Kelley S.

@kells.books

I have loved reading ever since I was a little girl. I love romance, fantasy and thrillers!

Trey S.

@readingwithtrey

I’m a work from home mom of two boys. I love to read just about anything but my favorite genres are romance, fantasy, and thrillers/suspense!

Sara J.

@sjthroughthelookingglass

I love bright colors and things that make reality seem more whimsical than it is and I love to read! A home is more cozy filled with books. I hop genres a lot. Historical fiction first made me a reader, but I also love rom-coms, thrillers, fantasy and seasonal reading.

Crystal F.

@thelibrarygirlnextdoor

My name is Crystal and I’m a thirty-something- year-old mom living in the Midwest. I’m a library enthusiast and enjoy hot cups of coffee. I read mainly romance and thriller books and occasionally historical fiction and fantasy.

Sera W.

@serareadthat

I am a midsized, black, queer women who loves fantasy, romance, Sci-fi, and whatever mash up of all of those. I love to read about other people and experiences I haven’t been exposed to but also search out characters that reflect me and offer that rep that I’ve been denied for so long. Oh, and I love a sweet treat and Christmas is my favorite holiday!

Adriana L.

@bringme_books

I love nonfiction, fiction, historical fiction, romance, and thriller – actually just all things book related!

Sasha L.

@toobusyreadin

I am an avid romance reader, but love to explore fantasy, contemporary and historical fiction novels as well. I use reading as both an escape as well as an insight into the unknown. I love learning about experiences that may be completely foreign to me and having that to change how I view and move through the world!

Jessica T.

@readwithjesstagram

I’m Jess and I’m a speech pathologist who works with kids with autism helping them to communicate! After work, I love reading all types of genres from romance, to thrillers, to fantasy!

Mylissa M.

@run.read.repeat_myl

I am an avid reader of romance, historical fiction and literary fiction but in 2024 I began reading more thriller/suspense and fantasy books, which I have really enjoyed! I love snuggling up on the couch with my pup Millie to enjoy a good book while Taylor Swift plays in the background and a candle is burning. By day I’m a corporate girlie in finance and a Crohn’s Disease warrior, and in the evenings I go to Orange Thoery or train for running races while also participating in local book clubs in the Twin Cities.

Dasha S.

@dashabookgirl

Hi! I am Dasha and live in Toronto, fell in love with reading since I was four and never stopped. Favourite genres are almost everything but especially good literary fiction when the writing is so good you want to sip it as an expensive wine, twisty thrillers (bonus point when they are character driven and a bit more than thrillers), dark academia with atmospheric details and morally grey characters.

Steph M.

@wearecompletelybooked

I’m a mom of four, audiobook enthusiast, historical romance clinch cover collector, and lover of lists–especially “to be read” ones! When I’m not reading picture books with my toddlers or trading YA recs with my teen, I am almost always swooning over a romance novel!

Natalya L.

@thebookishletters

I’m a proud Latina who traded the sunny shores of Puerto Rico for the bustling streets of NYC—where I read romance novels and daydream about fantasy worlds. When I’m not lost in a good book, I’m re-watching the same rom-coms (because who doesn’t love a happy ending?), jamming to Taylor Swift, and pampering my feline overlords. Just your friendly neighborhood bookworm with a taste for adventure!

Julia P.

@juliawreads

I’m a bookstagrammer and book hoarder (I have almost 1,000 now!), as well as a wife, new mom, and dog lover. I started bookstagram a few years ago and now can’t imagine not having a place to discuss and share favorite books. The genres I’m typically reading are literary fiction, women’s fiction, fantasy, and thriller/suspense.

MacKenzie M.

@macksbookks

I’m MacK and I’m just a girl who loves sad books! I will pretty much read any type of genre, but my favorite books are ones that are deeply moving or make me cry! My favorite genre at the moment are literary fiction and fantasy.

Morgan M.

@prettylittlebookshelf

My name is Morgan Menzies. I am based in Washington, DC and a community builder. I love curating opportunities for people to foster community, engage in dynamic conversation, and discover new passions. My favorite genres are historical fiction, literary fiction, young adult and occasionally a sprinkle of romance.

Wale O.

@theehottgirlbooks

l enjoy reading literary fiction, contemporary fiction, romance, and memoir. Specifically written by BIPOC authors.

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