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Tropical Winter Reading + Trip Recap
I am the newest (and biggest) fan of escaping winter for a tropical trip! Annnnddd bringing along good friends and good books while you do it! I just got back from the Guanacaste region in Costa Rica and had THE BEST time. The trip was for a friend’s birthday, so there were seven of us…
Top 10 books of 2023
I absolutely dread making a top 10 of the year list. I read over 150 books! How am I supposed to decide?! This year I looked deep within myself and asked — what are the books I most want people to tell me, “You recommended this book to me and I read and loved it too!”…
Every Book I’ve Read in 2024 (so far!)
It’s a new year and I thought I’d start it strong by creating a one-stop shop for every book I read this year. The full list is below — plus a brief description with links to buy and, if I’ve written a full review, a link to read it! Ps. here’s what I read in 2023!…
2023 Holiday Book Release Radar
Pre-order one (or all) of these 2023 holiday book releases for your little boost of holiday cheer now. 2023 Holiday Book Releases: Click each link to pre-order your copy now as an early festive treat for future you.
My Top 15 Kindle Unlimited Book Recommendations
Soooooo I got a new Kindle! I am obsessed with her. And she came with three free months of Kindle Unlimited. My poor physical TBR, eek! Click here to try Kindle Unlimited for free. Anyways, with this new access point to books, I was SO excited to see some of my FAVORITE books featured on…
All the Deets of My Bookish Vacay
I just went on a weekend getaway and read 5 books in three days — while absolutely thriving rotating beach, pool, bar, and more. I also packed for this trip in a single, personal item-sized backpack. I feel so accomplished for both feats. The essentials Brought *most* of these with me on my trip! They…
My Favorite Bookish Merch
Calling all book nerds — get in loser, we’re going shopping! I love working in bookish merch and I have a bunch of things from a bunch of different places. In general, Etsy and Amazon are solid places to start, but I have a few faves too! tote / earrings / candle / cap / sweatshirt…
NYC Recap: What I Read + Bookstore Recs
Ah, I got to be reunited with New York City this month. It was a reunion for the record books. I’ve never been to NYC in January, so that was new. It (thankfully) wasn’t too cold, but I froze my lil Houston fingers off. Let’s talk about what I packed, what I read, where I…
2023 Book Releases to Have on Your Radar
It’s looking like this year is one for the books! So many titles coming out this year – and I’ve got all the 2023 book releases to have on your radar! Browse, pre-order, and come back for more when I have them! Business or Pleasure by Rachel Lynn Solomon – out July 4 A ghostwriter…
10 Books From Our Childhood That the New Generation Needs
I’m at the age where everyone (but me, lol) has opted into procreation, and I’m attending (and hosting) more and more baby showers. It’s all fun and games (sometimes literally) and I love a reason to shower my friends in love while drinking mimosas for two (for me and for my pregnant friend who cannot…
Every Book I’ve Read in 2023
It’s a new year and I thought I’d start it strong by creating a one-stop shop for every book I read this year. The full list is below — plus a brief description with links to buy and, if I’ve written a full review, a link to read it! But first… Set the vibe My favorite…
The White Lotus-Inspired TBR
POV: You just finished binge watching The White Lotus on HBO and you’re picking out your next read. Try one of these four book recs I have for ya! Reckless Girls Book / Suit / Shoes / Bag / Towel / Sunnies / Earrings Calling all season one fans of The White Lotus. If you…
Top 2022 Fiction Books
Aside from my fave romance and thrillers, I narrowed down my favorite books of the year to 15! It was HARD. The vibe Books / Embosser / Kindle / Booklight / Headphones / Teapot / Bookmarks Thought I’d share some of my favorite things, too! The list
Top Nonfiction of 2022
Whew was this hard to narrow down! I loved basically every nonfiction I read/listened to, but these are the ones that have stuck with me the most. The vibe Books / Headphones / Tabs / Pens / Notebooks / Sticky notes / Booklights You’re going to want to take notes with these books and audiobooks!…
Top Romance Reads of 2022
I literally can’t believe I didn’t read (ahem, enjoy) romance until 2020. Years, wasted! But now I enjoy the genre in full — so much that I couldn’t narrow down this list to ten, so here’s 11! Books / Robe / Blanket / Slippers / Glasses / Eye mask / Vase / Flowers / Earrings TOP…
Top Thrillers of 2022
Here we go! I sat down and decided. And it wasn’t easy. Announcing my top thrillers of the year! But first. Let’s set the vibe. Boxt Wine — $10 off with code “NATALIE”! Books / Glasses / Candle / Blanket / Nail polish / Mask / Pillow TOP THRILLERS of 2022!
Practical Magic Series Review
Why should you read the Practical Magic series by Alice Hoffman? First of all, best witchy reads out there in my opinion — I will fight you on this. They are such vibes. It’s Hoffman’s unique writing style that *makes* these books. They are not plot-driven or character-driven (even though they each have their own underlying…
My Shelf Style
Gotta love a good shelfie! Steal my style below — note: commission links! 01 my shelf 02 macrame 03 feltboard 04 volcano candle
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Hi, I’m Natalie. I’m a full-time journalist based in Houston, Texas, and I read a lot — usually with my cat, Juniper, at my side.
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