Sometimes you can judge a book by its cover. I saw

Sometimes you can judge a book by its cover. I saw this gorgeous book cover and decided to buy the book immediately. I’m glad I did because this is the type of book you will have a hard time putting down. The world building and strong characters immediately drew me in and the story kept me guessing up until the very end. I highly suggest picking up The Gilded Ones by @namina.forna if you haven’t yet. Be sure to let me know if you love it as much as I do!

As if the food at @busboysandpoets wasn’t fantas

As if the food at @busboysandpoets wasn’t fantastic enough, they also have an amazing bookstore. The selection was extensive and beautifully curated. I honestly feel like I’m their target client so it felt like walking through a bookstore where everything was selected specifically for me. On this particular visit I picked out books for friends as birthday gifts but I can’t wait to go back and buy some more books for myself.

My real hot girl sh*t summer involves lots of writ

My real hot girl sh*t summer involves lots of writing, reading, and nonprofit meetings. But don’t worry, I’ll occasionally put down the books to make time for boating and brunch.

My heart still hurts. #NeverForget

My heart still hurts. #NeverForget

I would love to take a vacation to somewhere tropi

I would love to take a vacation to somewhere tropical where I can just lay on the beach or in bed and read all day. Where would you go on your reading vacation and what book would you bring with you? 📚

"It takes no compromise to give people their right

"It takes no compromise to give people their rights. It takes no money to respect the individual. It takes no political deal to give people freedom. It takes no survey to remove repression."
-Harvey Milk

“Revolution is not a onetime event.” - Audre L

“Revolution is not a onetime event.” - Audre Lorde

#pride #pride2021 #bivisibility #pridemonth

I’m so excited that Roxane Gay is starting her o

I’m so excited that Roxane Gay is starting her own publishing imprint at Grove Atlantic. This is definitely great news for book lovers!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and many peop

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and many people in the US have undiagnosed anxiety and depression. Healthcare in the US is incredibly expensive and many people find themselves having to sacrifice their mental health due to healthcare costs. If you are struggling with the symptoms of anxiety and depression here are five free ways to help improve your mental health.

1. Follow a routine.
A loose or structured routine can help you feel more in control without getting overwhelmed.

2. Listen to music.
Research shows that listening to music can boost your mood and strengthen your reception to positive emotion.

3. Get outside.
People who spend time in nature often have improved mental health. Exposure to sunlight can improve your serotonin levels. Exercise can be effective at relieving both anxiety and depression.

4. Get enough sleep.
Aim for eight hours of sleep and try to go to sleep and wake up at the same time every night and day. Getting the right amount of sleep can help you feel more balanced and energized throughout your day. If you are having trouble sleeping, try using CBD.

5. Volunteer.
Providing help to others can actually improve your mental health. Bonus points if you get to try something new during the process and spend time with loved ones because those are both ways to improve your mental health as well.

Have you tried any of these before? What are your favorite ways to improve your mental health?

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Sometimes you can judge a book by its cover. I saw

Sometimes you can judge a book by its cover. I saw this gorgeous book cover and decided to buy the book immediately. I’m glad I did because this is the type of book you will have a hard time putting down. The world building and strong characters immediately drew me in and the story kept me guessing up until the very end. I highly suggest picking up The Gilded Ones by @namina.forna if you haven’t yet. Be sure to let me know if you love it as much as I do!

As if the food at @busboysandpoets wasn’t fantas

As if the food at @busboysandpoets wasn’t fantastic enough, they also have an amazing bookstore. The selection was extensive and beautifully curated. I honestly feel like I’m their target client so it felt like walking through a bookstore where everything was selected specifically for me. On this particular visit I picked out books for friends as birthday gifts but I can’t wait to go back and buy some more books for myself.

My real hot girl sh*t summer involves lots of writ

My real hot girl sh*t summer involves lots of writing, reading, and nonprofit meetings. But don’t worry, I’ll occasionally put down the books to make time for boating and brunch.

My heart still hurts. #NeverForget

My heart still hurts. #NeverForget

I would love to take a vacation to somewhere tropi

I would love to take a vacation to somewhere tropical where I can just lay on the beach or in bed and read all day. Where would you go on your reading vacation and what book would you bring with you? 📚

"It takes no compromise to give people their right

"It takes no compromise to give people their rights. It takes no money to respect the individual. It takes no political deal to give people freedom. It takes no survey to remove repression."
-Harvey Milk

“Revolution is not a onetime event.” - Audre L

“Revolution is not a onetime event.” - Audre Lorde

#pride #pride2021 #bivisibility #pridemonth

I’m so excited that Roxane Gay is starting her o

I’m so excited that Roxane Gay is starting her own publishing imprint at Grove Atlantic. This is definitely great news for book lovers!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and many peop

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and many people in the US have undiagnosed anxiety and depression. Healthcare in the US is incredibly expensive and many people find themselves having to sacrifice their mental health due to healthcare costs. If you are struggling with the symptoms of anxiety and depression here are five free ways to help improve your mental health.

1. Follow a routine.
A loose or structured routine can help you feel more in control without getting overwhelmed.

2. Listen to music.
Research shows that listening to music can boost your mood and strengthen your reception to positive emotion.

3. Get outside.
People who spend time in nature often have improved mental health. Exposure to sunlight can improve your serotonin levels. Exercise can be effective at relieving both anxiety and depression.

4. Get enough sleep.
Aim for eight hours of sleep and try to go to sleep and wake up at the same time every night and day. Getting the right amount of sleep can help you feel more balanced and energized throughout your day. If you are having trouble sleeping, try using CBD.

5. Volunteer.
Providing help to others can actually improve your mental health. Bonus points if you get to try something new during the process and spend time with loved ones because those are both ways to improve your mental health as well.

Have you tried any of these before? What are your favorite ways to improve your mental health?

We spent the weekend exploring new parks, hiking,

We spent the weekend exploring new parks, hiking, and soaking up the sun. It was only slightly terrifying with all of the cicadas around. 🪰

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