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leahstuff · 10 months

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Halloween sewing starts now! Here’s some potion bottles I made this week.

Patterns: (Middle bottle) Potion Bottle 6” by Ellis and Higgs, (left & right bottles) Spooky Shelfie by Melissa Mortensen

#quilt #patchwork #scrapquilt #halloween #sewing #potion bottle #modernquilt #quilting #potion bottle pattern #halloweenquilt #ellisandhiggspattern #ellis and higgs pattern #spooky shelfie #spooky shelfie pattern #melissa mortensen

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melancholyymusings · 2 years

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My first read of the spooky season! I've been wanting to read this book for so many years and have just never gotten around to it. But this is the season! I'm 140 pages in and I'm already so invested. I'm also seeing lots of the inspiration that Stephanie Meyer took for Twilight and it makes me laugh. No shade. I just didn't know it would be so obvious, especially when I've read less than half of the book so far.

Honestly, I might reread Twilight when I finish this because Twilight was the only book in the series I actually enjoyed. Also, because my secret obsession with paranormal stories and gothic atmosphere has been at an all time high ever since the temperatures have started dropping outdoors.

It is Fall, and Fall for me means paranormal, gothic, hauntings, cemeteries, spooky books, and cozy Halloween movies.

#interview with the vampire #anne rice #vampires #twilight #halloween #books and reading #bookworm #bookblr #booklover #booklr #shelfie #spooky reads #spooky season #paranormal

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latenightcowboy · 2 years

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One week til Halloween! 👻🎃

#halloween #halloween decorations #halloween decor #spooky season #halloween aesthetic #spooky #booklr #bookblr #bookshelf #shelfie #bookcase #books #reading aesthetic #literature #fall aesthetic #autumn aesthetic

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missroserose · 1 month

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13 books meme

@introvertia tagged me in this (thank you, lovely, you're such a positive influence on my reading consistency <3) So let's talk books!

1) The Last book I read:

The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell. Absolutely destroyed me—90's science fiction, examining the paradoxes of faith and the difficulties of cross-culture exploration, seasoned with a hefty dose of grief and frustrated desire. Might as well have been written for me.

2) A book I recommend:

The Wicked & The Divine, by Kieron Gillen and Jamie McKelvie. A sprawling examination of the celebrity-industrial complex, cultural and individual objectification, and the dark side of fandom culture. Well worth reading through in its entirety.

3) A book that I couldn’t put down:

Starling House, by Alix E. Harrow. I'm a sucker for a fierce and driven heroine who makes things happen by sheer force of will, despite the odds being against her. Between that and the deliciously spooky atmosphere, I adored this book.

4) A book I’ve read twice (or more):

<i>Good Omens</i>, by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett. Hardly an original answer on this website, but it's a classic for a reason <3

5) A book on my TBR:

Victor Lavalle's The Changeling, thanks to @introvertia's recommendation. I know nothing about it but I'm looking forward to reading it!

6) A book I’ve put down:

The War of Art, by Steven Pressfield. I know that the accepted formula for self-help books is to present your one theory and explain why it solves every problem in the known universe, and I hate it, which is probably why I don't read a lot of self-help books. Needless to say, around the time this dude claimed that Hitler wouldn't have become a mass murderer if he'd followed the book's advice, I gave up in disgust.

7) A book on my wish list:

Honestly, I don't have many? I've been enjoying reading from the library, in part because my bedroom is already showing the strain of previous book-buying sprees.

8) A favorite book from childhood:

The Woman Who Rides Like a Man, by Tamora Pierce. I read the entire Alanna series numerous times but I think this was my favorite—I really loved seeing her come into her own independence and learn a new culture (and one that accepted her unusual gender presentation).

9) A book you would give to a friend:

Again, depends strongly on the friend...but I can think of more than a few who'd enjoy the old-school gothic fairytale setting and viciously driven heroine of A. G. Slatter's All the Murmuring Bones.

10) A book of Poetry or Lyrics you own:

Hm...does the script to Hedwig and the Angry Inch count?

11) A nonfiction book you own:

The Devil in the White City, by Erik Larson—they practically issue you a copy when you move to Chicago. (In fairness, it's a cracking read.)

12) What are you currently reading:

Skin Folk, a collection of short stories by Nalo Hopkinson. I'm also rereading (or re-listening to) Mike Carey's The Devil You Know, and enjoying it rather better this time around—I think the first time I tried it, almost ten years ago, I was expecting something more along the lines of The Dresden Files and wasn't quite old enough to appreciate the more emotionally battered and worn-down middle-aged protagonist. Now, being a decade older and having lived through a global pandemic and seen rather more of just how terrible people can be to each other...I think it's more my speed. And possibly good research for if I ever get my angel noir story off the ground.

13) What are you planning on reading next?

Definitely The Changeling.

Bonus Round Shelfie?

I'm at a library right now but I might add one later!

Tagging: @klove0511, @sirsparklepants, @emiliosandozsequence, @skybound2, @ihni, @callieb, @lord-angelfish, @redmyeyes, @misschinablue, and @sea-salted-wolverine—no pressure, obviously, but I'd be interested in your answers!

#bookblr #reading #books #tag games

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libraryinthecountry · 10 months

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★ Do you keep any houseplants? I meant to post this yesterday for #shelfiesunday but the last several days have gotten away from me. We have been busy celebrating our oldest’s tenth birthday! That said, I just have to rave over the incredible plant pot @illumicrate included in their May box! I’ve been using my book pots as planters for years and am halfway convinced this plant pot was made ✨specifically✨ for me 🤣🤭 This pot is inspired by House of Hollow and was designed by @thistlemoon! The artwork is perfectly spooky, I just love the eerie vibes! The “plant” in it now is fake, but I’ve got a ton of baby succulents that I need to pot right now—so I’m carefully deciding which will be best 🤔 Use LIBRARY5 to save on subs! ★ HASHTAGS //⠀ #illumicrate #illumicratemay2023 #shelfie #bookshelf #fantasybooks #homelibrary #readerlife #bookaddict #bibliophile #booklover #booksofig #booksofinstagram #bookpics #booknerd #goodreads #bookstagrammer #booksofinsta #bookstagram #bücherliebe #libromania #sarahjmaas #crescentcity — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/cr2ltSN

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thereaderbee · 2 years

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🍁 Q: What’s your favorite season? And what are some books you’re looking forward to reading this season? Happy First Day of Fall, y’all! Have I ever mentioned that fall is my absolute most favorite season? I love everything about it! The beautiful colors. The weather turning cooler. And, of course, Spooky Season! Halloween really is the best holiday. 😁 What about you guys? What’s your favorite season? And are there any books that you’re looking forward to reading this season? I am most excited for my Halloween TBR, but there are a lot of books on my fall tbr that I’m hoping to get to as well. I hope it’s a good reading season! ❤️ 🍁 🍂 🍁 🍂 🍁 🍂 #AlltheBooksSep22 #MyFictionalMusings #CourtofReadingSep22 #ReadingintheWeb 🍂 🍁 🍂 🍁 🍂 🍁 #hellofall #fallvibes #autumnvibes #bookstack #books #reading #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #booksofinstagram #booksbooksbooks #bookcommunity #yabooks #bookobsessed #booklover #booknerd #bookphoto #readersofinstagram #cozyvibes #readerlife #bibliophile #fantasybooks #bookish #readmore #romancebooks #bookshelf #shelfie https://www.instagram.com/p/CizjUifujtR/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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starlightbooktales · 2 years

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» spooky season is here! 🎃 what books are you planning on reading? hello friends, I have a list of spooky /fall books that I want to attempt to read. A Wilderness of Stars is right at the top of that list! ♡ thanks @simonteen for sending me an early copy of this book. Im so excited to read it. » hashtags:. #simonteen #sheaernshaw #awildernessofstars #bookaesthetic #bookcollection #bookstagrammer #bookstagram #igreads #booknerdigans #readersofinstagram #bibliophile #BookSpines #bookphotography #booklover #readersofig #bookcommunity #bookblogger #bookshelves #bookshelf #shelfie #shelf #librariesofinstagram #library #homelibrary #bookcollector (at Boise, Idaho) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjYq0e6vTjs/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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bonniegrrl · 2 years

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Extra-large #Ouija board planchette looks great with my black books! Extra spooky #shelfie! If you want one, I got it at @michaelsstores! 🖤👻👻👻👻👻👻 https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg-YiIlP_yB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#ouija #shelfie

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e-expectopatronum · 2 years

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🎧 I put a spell on you 🎧 When your sister comes back from her holiday and brings this beautiful book for you! This illustrated novelisation of Hocus Pocus is everything. My favourite children's movie now as a beautiful book! And.... another 'spooky' read for this autumn! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #book #books #booklover #bookstagram #booknerd #booknerdigans #bookporn #bookmonster #booklife #bookworm #booktography #septemberbooks #septemberhaul #instabooks #instareader #bookgram #bookhaul #bookish #bookaddict #reading #read #readersofinstagram #bookstagrammer #shelfie #shelflife #hocuspocus #disney #spooky https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci8A8-3r7Fd/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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generallygothic · 2 years

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𝕲𝖑𝖎𝖒𝖕𝖘𝖊𝖘 𝖔𝖋 𝕲𝖍𝖔𝖘𝖙𝖘 🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯 September is here and, with it, a new theme for the month. I am delighted to present Glimpses of Ghosts to you again. There are many spooky tales left untold from years past... 🕯 As it's Sunday, it felt only right to accompany today's post with a mini-shelfie; a glimpse into one of the many book-filled corners of my home. 🕯 August saw my soft return with an unstructured readalong: the #Lovecraftalong. To round this off, I will share a final post for Lovecraftian discussion at the end of the week. September, however, will see the return of the readalong. The proper group chat, structured, month-long reading that many of you requested. 🕯 Onto the promised announcement: 🕯THE SPOOKY NERDS SEPTEMBER READALONG🕯 This month we will be reading 'The WOMAN in BLACK'. Reading will be accompanied by group discussion and community posts, and will culminate in a novel vs film comparison. Invitation is open to all. Will you join me? 👇Sign up below👇 . #thespookynerdsbookclub #spookynerds #shelfie #Sunday #readalong #thewomaninblack #bookshelves #bookclub #gothic #generallygothic #Bookstagram #booksandcandles #horrorreaders #thewomaninblack https://www.instagram.com/p/CiGM2PwLYH0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#lovecraftalong #thespookynerdsbookclub #spookynerds #shelfie #sunday #readalong #thewomaninblack #bookshelves #bookclub #gothic #generallygothic #bookstagram #booksandcandles #horrorreaders

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triflingthing · 3 years

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Snippets of a haunted cottage in Ireland.

We found an old book about banshees late one night and in that book under the list of families followed by the spirit of the banshees was my partner’s surname. Spooky.

#ireland #irish #spooky #autumn #fallbr #vsco #vscocam #travelblr #iphonography #irish cottage #cottage aesthetic #cozy cottage #cottagecore #haunted #bathtub #farm aesthetic #bookblr #shelfie

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latenightsushi · 4 years

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We moved this bookshelf closer to my desk over the weekend, and I’m really happy with how it turned out! I even had time to set up some Halloween decorations 🎃

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aimeereadsalot · 3 years

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I love October, but I'm more of a soft spooky kinda gal. The Cassidy Blake trilogy really hits the suspension and creep factor without making me lose any sleep. 10/10 would read again.

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#booklr #cassidy blake #aimee reads a lot #books #reading #shelfie #victoria schwab #spooky reads

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howmanywilliread · 3 years

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