introduction

[Donna]

Hi all-retired librarian and reviewer here. Thanks for inviting me and hope to share some thoughts about books with you. I review for my library where I was Reader Services Department Head, but now I have the time to read and review. You can read my reviews here https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...

[Henley]

Hello everyone! I am an avid reader and I especially love to read ARCs, something I started seriously earlier last year. I loved reading since childhood but only later did I develop a love for reviewing too. My favorite thing is returning to authors I enjoy and reading their different works, or finding a new author through the ARCs I do to follow and read.

[Bookworm4Life]

Hello- I have been a bookworm since I was very young and I love reading and reviewing books especially for ones that I have really enjoyed

[Kelsey-rose💘]

Hey I’m Kelsey. 21 years old and from the Uk . I love reading arcs and I’m primarily a romance reader but I plan to branch out and try other genres this year too

[Jennifer]

Hi all! Reading is one of the great joys in life. I started branching out into difference genres in the last few years, getting out if my comfort zone. I was never overly interested in thriller or mystery, because they seem more focused on a fast-pace, and frankly I prefer to sit and marinate in the settings and sounds of historical fiction and dystopian YA. That said, I have read a few good mystery/thrillers so I've learned it just depends on the author .

[bookishWife]

Hi everyone! I’m a mom of two wild kids from a non-English-speaking country. I’m currently living in a country that’s not my home but definitely appreciates books more, and after years of chaos I can finally get back to reading whenever I want—without someone yelling “MOM!” every five minutes. I’ve been living with SLE for more than 10 years, so books that represent chronic illness have a special place in my heart (although they also make me a bit harsher in my reviews). I used to work in IT, but I eventually decided that staying home and spending my husband’s money is my new dream career. I love reading romance—pretty much any subgenre except fantasy and historical. Sometimes I also dabble in parenting books, women’s empowerment, self-help, and basically anything that catches my interest. I also love leaving reviews, so feel free to check them out on my profile page (I think they’re there?). And please be patient with my English—it’s my second language, and I often rely on ChatGPT for grammar. 😄

[Sara]

Hi, all! My name’s Sara and I’ve been a bibliophile for as long as I can remember! I’m into pretty much any genre, but my favorites are psychological thrillers and romance (with a hint of tragedy from time to time).

[Mirabel]

Hello! 👋

I am an avid reader. Falling into the magic of a beautiful story is my favorite pastime. Books and coffee are life!
I have been a part of a wonderful book club for 3 years, and now run my own book club on the side.
Writing reviews, going to book signings, and exploring spaces book lovers love is the best way I spend my time when I'm not working.
I have 4 children and work about 50 hrs a week. So, audiobooks really help me work my reading time in when I can't pick up my beloved physical copies.

[GiftOfTheGab.Books]

Hi I am Gabby from Aus.
I am a mum of 3 and have loved the written word since being introduced to HP as a child and have never looked back. My obsession started though during covid lockdowns and it became a lifeline.
I love anything under the umbrella of romance, fantasy, women's literature - no matter the sub-genre. Im an absolute mood reader and am always on the hunt to find out if I have any triggers 😂
I have a tendency to stick mainly to audiobooks lately due to lack of time managing 3 children, full time work and poor eyesight.
I love reading/listening to ARCs and ALCs, I am currently on a few authors' Street Teams and I have just been accepted to several PR influencer lists which has been extremelyexciting.
I am currently listening to an ALC contemporary romance by Louis Bay and absolutely loving it and its Jane Austin references and humour.

[Kai's]

Hi! I'm Pae, yes as in Paedyn Gray. I prefer that than my real name x
I'm 15 and finished writing my debut fantasy book on August 17th last year! Agents have been queried and I'm not giving up until I find the right agent :3
I read clean fantasy romance like my life depends on it, lol. But literally, thats all I read. I dont have any social media other than YT, Pinterest and Goodreads ^^) I will happily share my yt channel name and share my Pinterest account. Only if your girls. Its nothing against men. Just my religions rules and my personal comforts x I hope to make many new friends here!

[Ej]

Hi I'm Ej. Im from Iowa. Reading was my first love and the escape from reality it offers. I read pretty much every genre including smut and romance. Im currently reading my first memoir: When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi

[MONIQUE]

Hi Monique from Idaho! Can be found on instagram @mobooksplz I read everything from horror to romance and contemporary fiction. I love most all books if they are riveting, well spoken, engaging, and purposeful. I enjoy other things outside of reading like making music and spending time with my family. :)

[Helene]

Hi from Sweden, I'm mostly a casual reader and very much an amateur writer. I read to escape and to get inspired to write, what I read can depend on what speaks to me and what I am in the mood for. When I'm not reading, I am working on improving my life!

[Richard S]

Hi I’m Richard, I’m an imaginative writer and poet in New York City with many published short stories and poems (see my profile). I’m an avid reader as well and have written 400+ reviews, many quite detailed. Many have 20+ likes. My tastes are very eclectic but I have a special love for the works of John Cowper Powys.

[Jonathan]

I'm Jonathan in CA..an outlier who prefers literary fiction by under the radar authors, writer, humorist, and countless other things. Unlike the majority I have little interest in stories driven by darkness, crime and division. On occasion I enjoy non-fiction if the subject is of interest..here's a few examples: Family of Spies, The Feather Thief: Beauty, Obsession, and the Natural History Heist of the Century, The Elephant Whisperer: Learning About Life, Loyalty and Freedom from a Remarkable Herd of Elephants etc. Where fiction is concerned my preference are authors who create relatable quirky characters, offbeat plots and premise that don't overuse dialog, backstory or technical stuff. I also host the Literary Fiction for Outliers group..feel free to join

[Chahid]

Bonjour à tous,

Je viens de rejoindre le groupe et je suis heureux de découvrir vos échanges.

J’écris des romans qui explorent les questions de société et les dynamiques collectives. Je viens justement de publier un roman intitulé Le Grand S.

L’histoire part d’un simple cahier qui commence à circuler et dont les idées, au départ anodines, vont progressivement provoquer des réactions, des débats et des résistances jusqu’à fissurer un système entier.

Si certains d’entre vous aiment les romans qui interrogent notre époque, je serais curieux d’avoir vos impressions.

Voici la page Goodreads du livre :
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

[Elizabeth]

Hi everyone. My name is Elizabeth and I am from New Jersey.

I got into reading during my senior year of high school because my English teacher wanted us to do “free read” for the first 20 minutes of class. At the end of each week, we posted to the board a summary of what we read and commented on 2-3 of our classmate’s posts.

My go to genre is murder mysteries. Some of the authors I keep up with are Agatha Christie and Alyssa Maxwell. I do enjoy (in recent years) thrillers by Freida McFadden. The Housemaid is such a good book.

My new obsession is a drama and historical fiction mixed with fiction. It is Poldark by Winston Graham. He was a brilliant writer. If he was still alive today, I would want to meet him in-person.

Happy reading! 📖📚

[Jonathan]

Elizabeth wrote: "Hi everyone. My name is Elizabeth and I am from New Jersey.

I got into reading during my senior year of high school because my English teacher wanted us to do “free read” for the first 20 minutes..." Have you read The Curse of Pietro Houdini A fictional story driven by history...magnificent

[Julie]

Hi everyone! I’m a lifelong reader that took some breaks when life got really busy but always came back for the escape and passion I have for books. I open to reading a variety of genres but gravitate most to romance, thrillers and fantasy (as of last year!).

I love talking most about how the books I read make me feel. I’m not the most eloquent reviewer and always think about the artistry of the written words I’m reading but love to sit with the emotions a book makes me feel.

I can’t wait to learn more about everyone here and discovering new authors and books!

[Brittany]

Hello! Reading and author here. I'm English speaking in the US. I love thrillers, YA fantasy, and romantasy as my main genres. ☺️ I have a goal to read 75 books this year on top of my writing projects!

[Robert]

Hi. I'm Robert, also known as Pile By The Bed, my book review blog that has been going now since 2016 (although I've been reviewing since 2011). I try and read widely but I do love crime fiction (particularly Australian crime fiction), sci fi and fantasy. but mainly I just love talking about and recommending books. 🙂

[Ferne]

Hello Everyone! I'm Ferne, a retired librarian & now a bookstagrammer on FB and IG. On FB, I enjoy sharing the latest news related to everything in the book world, seasonal & holiday celebration posts, reading resources, free monthly giveaways, & my reviews. On IG, I share seasonal & holiday celebration posts, scavenger hunts, monthly birthday wishes to everyone, & my reviews.

Favorite Genres are:
* Mysteries
* Historical, Literary, & Women's Fiction
* Thrillers (Espionage, Legal, & Psychological)
* Romance (Contemporary & Romantic Suspense)

I love participating in reading challenges to discover authors "new to me," & debut authors, but this is a "freedom year" without challenge participation.

[Ferne]

Kai's wrote: "Hi! I'm Pae, yes as in Paedyn Gray. I prefer that than my real name x
I'm 15 and finished writing my debut fantasy book on August 17th last year! Agents have been queried and I'm not giving up unti..."

🎉 Congratulations on the completion of your debut novel! 🎉 I wish you great success in finding the agent who is the best fit for you. I am confident that you will make an excellent connection.

[Beverly]

It's nice to meet you all. Thank you for the invitation to join...I thought it might be a "new" experience to kind of get in on the ground floor of a new group and see where it takes us! My name is Beverly and am a 76 (77 in May) year old wife, mother and grandmother. I read almost anything...biographies, mysteries, thrillers, horror, classics, graphic novels, historical fiction, true crime, and lots of topics in non-fiction and probably other things that just don't come to mind right now. I do most of my reading while at the gym on the recumbent bike...2 to 3 hours a day. And then sneak in whatever I can on audio book while driving and anything else while waiting anywhere. I'm always looking for recommendations in spite of the fact that at my age I'll never finish everything I've already got. Good luck with whatever reading goals you all have!

[Nadine-Sue]

Hi. it's nice to meet you all.
I'm Nadine. I was an avid reader as a child but then lost my way until a couple of years ago when I came across the bookstagram community.

I love horror and crime although I have been exploring other genres too. I take part in book tours and they've helped me find lots of great new authors. 😊

[Nicole]

Hello everyone! Reading is one of my favorite hobbies and has been since I was very young. I’m gonna blame book it, lol! I wanted to read all the books to get that free personal pan pizza from Pizza Hut! Even though it was a nice perk I think I would have loved reading without it. I mostly read romance, thriller/mysteries, horror and some fantasy. Read my first true crime book recently too. Started near the end of 2025 and finished beginning of this year. So now adding that to my list of favorite genres. I have read a couple nonfiction books too and enjoyed those. Thank you for the invite and will do my best to keep up on checking the group posts between reading and adulting 🥰.

[Ivonne]

I'm Ivonne Rovira, a retired teacher, lifelong reader. I live in Louisville, Ky. (Please don't judge the city by our state! We're the Austin of Kentucky.) I'll read anything but horror because I am a big, fat, scared chicken!

[Elena]

Nicole wrote: "Hello everyone! Reading is one of my favorite hobbies and has been since I was very young. I’m gonna blame book it, lol! I wanted to read all the books to get that free personal pan pizza from Pizz..."

Ivonne, your introduction made me smile “the Austin of Kentucky” is a great way to put it! And no judgment at all about avoiding horror. A lot of us readers happily draw that same line; books are supposed to be enjoyable, not anxiety-inducing.

Since you mentioned you’ll read almost anything else, you might enjoy My Ailing Champion by Demetrius Koubourlis. It’s not horror at all much more of a reflective, character-driven story. The book leans into themes of resilience, compassion, and what it means to support someone through illness and vulnerability. What I found compelling about it is how thoughtfully it explores human relationships and the quiet strength people show when life gets difficult.

It’s the kind of story that invites you to slow down and really connect with the characters rather than racing through plot twists, which tends to appeal to lifelong readers.

If thoughtful, emotional stories are your thing, it might be one worth adding to your reading list. And if you ever do pick it up, I’d be curious to hear what you think!

[Kaleb]

Hello everyone! My name is Kaleb, and I'm a community college student currently studying Psychology. I've only gotten into reading seriously over these last three years, so I'm still solidifying my tastes and trying new things, so I'm always looking for recommendations.

Right now, I've found I enjoy fantasy and romance, especially stories that take place in other time periods and other places. I'm also reading manga, and really enjoy One Piece and Haikyuu.

I'm looking forward to discussing books with everyone here and hopefully find something I like that I wouldn't have known about otherwise!

[Nora]

Hi everyone! I’m Nora and I am a receptionist at a senior living community. I have loved books my entire life and right now I mostly read all of these genres that this group is interested in. I love recommendations and reading challenges as well. I am very interested in discussing books with all of you.

[Zen Master]

Hello and Happy Friday to all!! My name is Zen and I’ve been wrapped up in the reading/bookstagram community for about a year and a half, now! Navigating my love of reading, expression, and community. Loving every moment of it.

[Reinvented]

Hi all, I'm Michelle, more commonly known as Reinvented Reader. I live in the US (Oregon) and spend my days caring for my mom, updating my blog, and reading. I read from pretty much all genres and across age groups (Middle Grade, YA, Adult, etc.), though I tend to favor Romance, Fantasy and Memoirs. I advocate for diverse reads, libraries, and audiobooks (vision issues have made sight reading difficult for me). I look forward to getting to know fellow readers.

[Nicolás]

Hi everyone, I’m Nicolas. I’m from Argentina and I’ve been on the platform for a while now. I enjoy reading a wide variety of genres, I love discovering a bit of everything! I should also mention that I’m a bit of a slow reader, as I like to pause and reflect on things I find interesting. Happy reading to everyone.

[Tabatha]

Hi Everyone !!! I’m from Grand Lake New Brunswick. I’m a mom of two boys and many fur babies.
I got back into reading 3 years ago. I just recently got into ARC reading and love it !!! I like leaving reviews and reading reviews.
I read many different genres but mostly thrillers and psychological thrillers.

[Jess]

Hello everyone, my name is Jess and I live in Chattanooga TN. I read quite a bit with a goal 120 books for this year. My genres range from historical fiction to biography to sci fi to fantasy. If it’s good, I’ll read it. I’m excited to be a part of the group to both give/get great recommendations and discuss the different books we’re all reading. I’m currently in a romantasy phase and reading “The Poison Daughter.” Some of my favorite books include “The Count of Monte Cristo,” “Schindler’s List,” and the “Mistborn” series. Happy reading!!

[Ashley (Chris's version)]

Hi everyone, my name is Ashley I am 31 years old and I am a book nerd. My favorite genre is romantasy I am a twilight nerd, and I love reading books by Sarah J Maas.

[Patty]

Hi everyone,

My name is Patty and I live in the Dominican Republic. I’ve always been a reader (even though I took a couple of breaks and didn’t pick up a book for years). I read a lot of ARCs and my favorite genre is Literary Fiction and memoirs.

[Prosper]

Hello, everyone. My name is Prosper and I currently work at a retail bookstore chain. I love to read all and every kind of books except self-help.

[Nevena]

Hi all! Avid book reader (how original, I know) and hobbyists bookclubber too ☺️ I read everything, but I really love classic sci-fi, which I discovered recently so catching up with these mostly atm. Otherwise, I'm a scientist.

[V]

Hi, I’m Vidhi.
I’ve been reading books for as long as I can remember. Mostly into fantasy, crime thrillers & anything with a good story. Always IN to discover new books. ♡

[Jenny]

Hi everyone. My name is Jen and I’m 42 from the UK. I’ve been a reader my whole life, though I did take a bit of a break when my children were young. Now they’re both teens (or close to it) I have more time for books again.
I read a variety of genres, but primarily enjoy thrillers, romance and dystopian YA. I would like to review more but I often feel like I don’t have the “way with words” it takes to write a good review.
As well as novels I also read comic books, the Poison Ivy comics by G Wilson being my favourite.
Outside of reading I also read comic enjoy video gaming, crochet and nature

[Cheryl]

Hi Everyone, my name is Cheryl and I live in a small village in the U.K. I’m a retired teacher and I have plenty of time to read, which I love doing, I like a variety of genres but not horror or anything too squeamish!

[Percy]

Hi everyone, my name is Percy. I live in Hong Kong/Canterbury, UK. I am a housewife with an interest in Japanese and Western suspense and nonfiction books. I would like to read different varieties of books and am glad that I could join this group. Nice to meet everyone.

[Nima]

Hi everyone, thank you for the invite. I am Nima, a 56-year-old mom of two amazing kids. I live in Maine and am counting my days to retirement. Reading is my escape and keeps me sane in my busy life. I enjoy psychological thrillers the most, but I read just about anything that sounds interesting. I listen mostly to audiobooks, which allows me to do other things as well, and I have been through many headphones and earbuds, as I am always losing them...lol

[Natalie]

hi everyone! I'm Natalie, a fantasy reader who's been reading her entire life! I live in Ontario Canada! I'm currently finishing up my college program to become an architectural technologist! My favourite genres are fantasy, romance, and general fiction

[Kari]

Hi everyone! My name is Kari. I’m from the southern United States. I have always loved reading, but my love was rekindled when I moved and made new friends. Our friend group is like a little book club, but we all have different interests. I love it. Around the same time I met those friends, I also got a job as a full time book editor. So my life pretty much revolves around books haha. About 6 months ago, I also decided to start a BookTube - https://youtube.com/@judgedbythecover...

My favorite genres include romantasy, horror, thriller (especially psychological), and YA drama (for some reason, traumatic stories draw me in).

Some of my favorite authors include Kerri Maniscalco, V.E. Schwab, Riley Sager, Grady Hendrix, and Sarah J. Maas.

My favorite childhood book series is A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket.

Happy to be here!

[Ian]

I tend to enjoy reading anything old. Currently enjoying Issac Assimov and Arthur C Clarke novels.

[Deborah]

Good morning and thanks for the invite. I live in Northern Kentucky and LOVE reading!

[Vickie]

Please remove me my this group.

[Nicole Leigh Reads]

Hi everyone! I love books of all genres, and I love having book discussions, as well as giving and receiving recommendations. I have been a lover of reading and writing my whole life, but the past seven years are when I really got back into reading. I am a library advocate as well! Happy to join this group to hopefully make a few new bookish friends :)