bookworm
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February always feels like a pause more than a push. The chaos of January has burned itself out, but spring is still a distant promise. Winter hasn’t loosened its grip yet, and honestly? I don’t want it to. This is the month where I lean harder into mood reading—where I stop pretending I want anything…
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There’s something magnetic about stories driven by powerful women—whether they’re sword-wielding warriors, cunning strategists, or quiet forces reshaping the world in their own way. These characters don’t just exist on the page; they linger with us long after the book is closed, reminding us that resilience, vulnerability, and strength can wear many faces. This week,…
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A Darker Bite of Fairytales Marissa Meyer always knows how to serve up a fairytale with a twist, and Gilded is no exception. This isn’t your childhood Rumpelstiltskin—it’s darker, moodier, and decadent, like biting into chocolate that’s just a little too bitter, yet somehow addictive. The Atmosphere: Rich but Heavy Meyer crafts a world dripping…
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Happy Friday, friends! The weekend is here, which means it’s time for another Friday Challenge — a little bookish dare to kick off your reading and spark some fun. This week’s challenge is simple but oh-so-satisfying: 👉 Read a book in a single day. Why this challenge? There’s something magical about sinking into a story…
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There’s a certain hush that falls when you turn the last page of a book, isn’t there? That weight of finality, of letting go. Sometimes you close a book with a smile, your heart glowing like a lantern in the dark. Other times… you’re left staring at the ceiling, gutted, wondering why the author ripped…
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It’s Friday, which means the world outside your door is either beckoning you to go out and live… or giving you the perfect excuse to disappear into the pages of something far more thrilling than your weekend errands. This week’s Friday Escape Reads are tailor-made for vanishing acts. These books don’t just tell you a…
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Life is loud. Deadlines pile up, responsibilities creep in, and before you know it, even your favorite hobby—reading—starts to feel like work. If you’re in that headspace where everything feels like too much, it’s time for a bookish balm. Today’s Reader’s Remedy is for:💤 The Burned-Out BookwormSymptoms may include:– Rereading the same sentence five times–…
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Whether you’re still mourning Eddie Munson or secretly hoping the Upside Down has a cozy reading nook, Stranger Things has likely left a Demogorgon-sized hole in your heart. But never fear—there are books that bring all the same spine-tingling, heart-thumping, nostalgia-soaked vibes. Here are six reads that channel the best parts of Stranger Things: 80s…
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There’s something magical about curling up with a comfort read on a lazy Sunday—especially if you’ve got a warm, satisfying dish by your side. Today on Literary Gluttony, I’m pairing one of my favorite cozy books with a dish that brings the same kind of soul-soothing comfort. Whether you’re nursing a book hangover or just…
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