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... Read moreGouyad dance has become a vibrant expression of culture, especially within the Haitian community. Originating in the northern coastal regions, particularly in Okap, Gouyad reflects a blend of African rhythms and local influences. This dance is not only a performance but a way to celebrate community and heritage. Typically characterized by its rhythmic movements and lively beats, Gouyad invites participants to express themselves freely in a communal space. The dance is often accompanied by traditional music, enhancing the overall experience. As dancers sway and move in sync with the joyful melodies, they embody the spirit of togetherness that is intrinsic to Haitian culture. In recent years, Gouyad has gained popularity beyond local festivals, increasingly featured in videos and social media, showcasing its infectious energy to a wider audience. This exposure has allowed more people to appreciate the artistry of Gouyad and understand its cultural significance. For enthusiasts and those curious about cultural dances, diving into Gouyad offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of Haitian traditions. Engaging with community events, classes, or watching performances on platforms like Lemon8 can be an enriching experience. By joining groups associated with #haitianlemon8 and #viralvideo, users can explore more about this dynamic dance form, share videos, and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about cultural preservation.

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When I picked up this book, I honestly expected to be bored and not really enjoy it too much. I did not expect to be bawling my eyes out for hours after finishing it 🥲 BOOK TITLE: Bright Side by Kim Holden I didn’t read the synopsis before going into this book & I’m lowkey glad I didn’t. I
KENNEDY ♡

KENNEDY ♡

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A hand holds the "Barbie: The World Tour" book, featuring Margot Robbie on the pink cover in a tweed outfit with accessories. The book showcases her iconic press tour looks and is a new addition for inspiration.
An open book displays Margot Robbie in a pink Versace "Day to Night" outfit with luggage, alongside a grid of Barbie dolls. The image highlights the book's excellent print quality and appealing design.
An open book page displays four clothing racks filled with diverse Barbie-inspired outfits, including black, pink, and striped ensembles, showcasing the detailed fashion content within.
A new book in my collection
If you're a fan of fashion, photography (or the amazing Margot Robbie), you absolutely have to check out this book! It's packed with all the stunning outfits that Margot wore during the press tour of Barbie The Movie, and it's an absolute feast for the eyes ✨ I love the concept of this
Julia ✌️🏻

Julia ✌️🏻

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A hand holds two books on a white textured surface, with the overlay text "books with CANNIBALISM" in red and black, accompanied by blood drop graphics. The Lemon8 logo and username @starrysteph are visible.
A hand holds the book "Monstrilio" by Gerardo Samano Cordova, featuring a dark cover with geometric shapes. Overlay text describes it as a 5-star read about a boy brought back to life, noting it's complicated and melancholy. The Lemon8 logo is present.
A hand holds the book "The Spear Cuts Through Water" by Simon Jimenez, with a teal and green cover depicting figures. Overlay text rates it 5 stars, calling it a mesmerizing story about freeing an ancient moon god and two souls navigating violence. The Lemon8 logo is included.
cannibalistic horror book recs
do you dare to face these books? (or will they devour you?) monstrilio by gerardo samano cordova is about a little boy reborn as a monster - and a complicated story of love and acceptance. carnivorous monstrilio wants to both devour everything and find his own autonomy. it’s sad, peculiar, and w
Steph 📚💫

Steph 📚💫

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A book titled "Love & Other Words" by Christina Lauren rests on green grass with small white and pink flowers. The image is titled "BOOK RECS BASED ON TROPES/THEMES" and lists various romance tropes.
A collage of 12 book covers under the heading "HOCKEY ROMANCE." Titles include "Shutout," "Unsteady," "Canadian Boyfriend," "Icebreaker," "Mile High," "Cross Checked Hearts," "Collide," "Breakaway," "The Mistake," "The Graham Effect," "Consider Me," and "Sweet Collide."
A collage of 12 book covers under the heading "CLEAN/YOUNG ADULT." Titles include "Better Than The Movies," "The Cheat Sheet," "Famous for a Living," "Love & Gelato," "The Summer I Turned Pretty," "The Do-Over," "The Upside of Falling," "The Off-Limits Rule," "My Phony Valentine," "Picking Daisies on Sundays," "To All The Boys I've Loved Before," and "The Bodyguard."
book recs based on trope
save for future reads!! here are some recs based on my fav tropes/themes! let me know if there’s any other tropes you’d want recommendations for, for a future post! what’s your fav trope??? #romancebookrecommendations #bookrecommendations #BookReview #booktropes #readersoflemo
mads

mads

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The image features a stack of books on a white nightstand, with the text "STEAMY 18+ BOOK RECS" prominently displayed. An 18+ symbol and a sweating emoji are also visible, indicating the mature nature of the book recommendations.
This image showcases the book "Red, White & Royal Blue" by Casey McQuiston, described as "Enemies-to-lovers PERFECTION." Keywords like "Witty banter," "Scorching chemistry," and "Heart-melting romance" highlight its steamy and joyful content.
The image displays the book "Beautiful Bastard" by Christina Lauren, with the caption "This book is so stupid yet I still enjoy much :)". It emphasizes "Electrifying chemistry," "Unexpected romance," and a "fiery relationship" between Chloe and Bennet.
Steamy 18+ book recommendations
Alright, friends, let's talk about books that make you feel things. 🔥 You know, the kind of stories that are quite steamy! Anddd let's not talk about the one that make you stay up way too late, heart pounding, because you just have to know what happens next. Well…I've got a few (actu
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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A physical copy of The 52 Book Club's 2025 Reading Journal, featuring a detailed illustration of books and reading accessories, is shown inside a cardboard box. Overlays read 'join Lemon8 Book Club' and 'Book lover life'.
An open page of The 52 Book Club 2025 Reading Journal displays a welcome message to 'HELLO BOOK FRIEND', detailing the club's history since 2018, its 50,000+ members, and the excitement for the eighth annual challenge.
An open page of The 52 Book Club 2025 Reading Journal lists 52 prompts for the reading challenge, including 'A PUN IN THE TITLE' and 'PUBLISHED IN 2025'. An overlay asks 'Which prompt should I do first?'.
Prep the 52 Book Club’s 2025 Reading Journal w Me✨
Hello, book friends and Lemon8 peeps! 📚✨ The 52 Book Club 2025 Reading Challenge Journal is here. (I made a previous post about the 2024 challenge.) It’s more than just a journal—an invitation to join a global community of passionate bookworms. With over 50,000 members worldwide, this challenge has
Hannahwillard

Hannahwillard

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A stack of five books on a bed, including 'Two Twisted Crowns', 'Leather & Lark', 'Bride', 'The Serpent and the Wings of Night', and 'The Predator'. Above the books, text reads '“TOUCH HER & YOU DIE”' with a skull and knife icon, and below, 'BOOK RECS pt. 2'.
The book 'The Predator' by Runyx is displayed on a white textured surface. Surrounding text bubbles highlight tropes: 'Mafia romance', 'Enemies to lovers', 'Series', and quotes like '“Don't you know not to run away from predators, sweetheart? We like the hunt”' and '“Who did this to you?”'.
The book 'Bride' by Ali Hazelwood is shown on a white textured surface. Text bubbles around it describe tropes: 'Werewolf/vampyre', 'Arranged marriage', 'acts of service man', 'Forced proximity', and a quote: '“Of all the good things I've felt in my life, you are the best”'.
Touch her & you die book trope recs
Here is part 2 to book recommendations with the trope “touch her and you die”. This is one of my favorite microtropes because it’s usually found in enemies to lovers books and that’s my kryptonite! Let me know if you’ve read anything of these!! SUMMARIES: The Predator: Tristan Caine is
Hannah Pilgrim

Hannah Pilgrim

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last chance to share a #booksummary to win! 🚨
Hi readers! The #booksummary campaign ends on August 2nd, so we want to make sure you get your posts in before the deadline. Share a summary of your favorite book or most recent read for a chance to win some great prizes like AirPods, a Coach bag, or Barnes & Noble gift cards! ♥️ To give y

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A hand holds the book "Frientimacy" by Shasta Nelson, with the subtitle "How to Deepen Friendships for Lifelong Health and Happiness." The image is overlaid with "1st Book Review of 2024."
An open book displays a section on "How the Frientimacy Triangle Works," featuring a triangle diagram with P, C, V, representing Positivity, Consistency, and Vulnerability. The text explains these three requirements for healthy friendships.
An open book shows a page detailing "The Eight Vital Friend's Roles," listing descriptions for roles like Builders, Champions, Collaborators, Companions, Connectors, Energizers, Mind-Openers, and Navigators. The "Energizers" role is highlighted.
1st Book Review of 2024 ✨
Frientimacy by Shasta Nelson Genre: self-help Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Review: I started reading Frientimacy after seeing the book discussed on TikTok and feeling like it would help me develop greater intimacy with my female friends. Understanding the frientimacy triangle which includes positivi
Alex Davis

Alex Davis

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𝚑𝚘𝚛𝚛𝚘𝚛 𝚋𝚘𝚘𝚔 𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚍𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚜 𝚙𝚝 2
1. “a certain hunger”: this is a great book if you believe in women in killing, not just men can murder and be into cannibalism you know. “a certain hunger” is very enthralling, unpredictable, and not that long of a book so it’s perfect for a binge-read over a couple days or so. 2. “what moves t
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••𝖙𝖔𝖗𝖎𝖊••

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A booktoker's room featuring a tree-shaped bookshelf and stacks of books on a cabinet, with text overlay 'where I get my books from AS A BOOKTOKER'.
A room with a cat tree, a cat painting, and books stacked on shelves and a cabinet, illustrating 'INFLUENCER PROGRAMS' as a source for books.
A room with floating shelves, a disco ball, and numerous books stacked on a radiator cover and dresser, illustrating 'COLD EMAILING' for books.
where I get my books (as a booktoker)
Whenever I tell people that I do online book reviews they usually ask where I get the books that I review in the first place and the truth is its a mixed bag! But no matter which way I'm receiving books, I always try to approach it with the same intentionality. 1. Influencer programs - thes
bookrvws

bookrvws

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A hand holds a stack of books, with the text overlay '“Touch her and I’ll kill you” Book Recs' on a light background. The Lemon8 logo and username are visible in the bottom left corner.
A hand holds the book 'Powerless' by Lauren Roberts, featuring a dark cover with a goblet and floral elements. Text overlay describes it as a romantic fantasy with high stakes, rated 4.5 stars.
A hand holds the book 'Fourth Wing' by Rebecca Yarros, which has a light brown cover with a dragon design. Text overlay highlights dragons, sexual tension, and a protective male character, rated 4 stars.
“TOUCH HER AND I’LL KILL YOU” BOOK RECS 🔥
We all love the “who did this to you” so here are some books that give off that vibe 🧎🏽‍♀️ Powerless by Lauren Roberts - Arguably my favorite romantic fantasy with these theme. Not only is the romance so good in this book, the plot itself is also so fun. Think of Hunger Games with a LOT of tens
KENNEDY ♡

KENNEDY ♡

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A hand holds a thick book with white pages, against a white textured background. Overlay text reads: "FAVORITE BOOK I'VE READ SO FAR IN 2024."
The cover of "The Mindf*ck Series Books 1-5" by S.T. Abby, featuring hands holding an apple pierced by nails. Text bubbles describe the book as "Dark romance" with "Criminal Minds vibes" and a "serial meets FBI agent" plot.
A close-up of a book page with highlighted text about healing and protecting someone, from "The Mindf*ck series."
Favorite book of 2024
My favorite book so far this year is 100% the Mindf*ck series by S.T. Abby!! It is a five book series that is in one book. It is beautifully written and the author, unfortunately, has passed away. This series is by far my favorite series I have read ever and I am not a dark romance girlie. SUMM
Hannah Pilgrim

Hannah Pilgrim

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A person is shown holding an open book, wearing a light blue crop top and dark pants. The image has an overlay text that reads "enemies to lovers book recs," indicating the theme of the post.
The book cover for "Set on You" by Amy Lea is displayed, featuring illustrations of a woman and a man. Overlaid text highlights themes like "curvygirl rep," "banter," "fireman," and "cute pick up lines."
The book cover for "Red, White & Royal Blue" by Casey McQuiston is shown, depicting two men in formal attire. Overlaid text mentions "politics," "adorable," "sweet n spicy," "funny banter," and "now a movie."
enemies to lovers book recommendations
I highly suggest reading to hate adam connor, everything about that book is so cute and spicy #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #lemon8bookworm #book #booktok #bookaesthetic #booksoflemon8 #bookrecommendations #bookrecs
Readers.archive

Readers.archive

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An open book with highlighted pages and two purple pens, featuring the overlay text "greek mythology romance book recs." The book is resting on a light-colored textured surface, possibly a blanket, with a Lemon8 watermark in the corner.
A book cover for "Promises and Pomegranates" by Sav R. Miller, inspired by Hades and Persephone. The cover features pomegranates and gold leaves on a dark background. Associated tropes include spicy, mafia, age gap, dark, and stalker romance.
A book cover for "Radiant Sin" by Katee Robert, inspired by Apollo and Cassandra. The cover shows a red wine glass with glowing liquid on a dark background. Tropes mentioned are fake dating, spicy, forced proximity, and a nickname of "love."
greek mythology romance book recs
for all my greek mythology lovers who love romance books 🥰 #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #lemon8bookworm #book #booktok #bookaesthetic #booksoflemon8 #bookrecommendations #bookrecs
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Readers.archive

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