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๐Ÿ”– We bookmark the best. ๐Ÿ”ฅ We burn the rest. The most opinionated book community on the internet. Curated recs, brutally honest reviews,...
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Bookmark & BurnProfile picture@bookmarkandburnยท13h

Some people need therapy. Some need a fresh start. And some fictional characters apparently need to stop running away from their problems. ๐Ÿ˜‚

What's a book you've read where the main character kept avoiding reality? Did you sympathise with them or just want to shake them?

#BookTalk #LiteraryDiscussion #FictionFans

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Bookmark & BurnProfile picture@bookmarkandburnยท1d

A serious question for fiction readers:

Would you rather read a beautifully written novel with an ordinary plot, or an absolutely addictive story with writing that isn't particularly remarkable?

You can only choose ONE. No cheating. ๐Ÿ˜‚

#FictionTalk #BookishChat #ReadersOfThreads

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Unpopular opinion: a book doesn't need spicy scenes to be addictive.

Give me beautiful writing, complicated characters, emotional depth and a story I can't stop thinking about.

What's one underrated, no-spice book everyone should read?

#UnderratedReads #ReadersOfThreads #NoSpiceBooks

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Looking for fantasy books with insane tension, gripping storylines, unforgettable characters, and unexpected plot twists? Discover fantasy book recommendations for readers who love dark fantasy novels, epic fantasy series, romantasy, political intrigue, morally grey characters, dangerous alliances, and enemies-to-lovers tension.


If your ideal reading experience involves magical kingdoms, complicated relationships, betrayal, high-stakes conflicts, and suspenseful fantasy storytelling, these recommendations deserve a place on your reading list.


Save this fantasy reading list for your next trip to the bookstore or your next cosy reading evening.


#FantasyReadingList #FantasyBookAesthetic #FantasyTBR #DarkFantasyBooks #EpicFantasySeries #BookInspiration

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Bookmark & BurnProfile picture@bookmarkandburnยทOct 21

New and Used Book Haul Ideas: Second-Hand Finds, Reading Lists and TBR Inspiration


Looking for book haul inspiration? Explore the joy of collecting new books and second-hand book finds, from pre-loved literary fiction and classic novels to romance, fantasy, mystery, and thriller reads. This recent book-shopping haul celebrates affordable books, interesting editions, personal book collections, and fresh reading-list ideas for book lovers.

Save these book collection ideas for your next bookstore visit, used-book hunt, or seasonal reading refresh. Whether you're building an autumn reading list, planning a cozy winter TBR, searching for your next weekend read, or adding new titles to your bookshelf, a book haul can inspire your next literary adventure. Discover book-shopping inspiration, reading wishlist ideas, book stack photography, and ways to make your TBR pile more exciting.

#BookHaulInspiration #BookStack #BookCollection #ReadingWishlist #PreLovedBooks

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Bookmark & BurnProfile picture@bookmarkandburnยทApr 13

5 Books That Changed How I Think About Reading

I used to read 50+ books a year and remember almost nothing.


Then I changed my approach. Instead of speed-reading through everything on the bestseller list, I started being ruthless about what deserved my time.


Here are 5 books that completely rewired how I pick what to read โ€” and actually retain it:


1. "A Little Life" by Hanya Yanagihara โ€” Taught me that a book doesn't need to be "enjoyable" to be the most important thing you've ever read. Sometimes the ones that wreck you are the ones that stick.


2. "Attached" by Amir Levine โ€” The self-help book that made me realize most self-help is recycled fluff. This one actually has research behind it and changed how I think about every relationship in my life.


3. "Beach Read" by Emily Henry โ€” Proved that romance isn't a guilty pleasure. It's just pleasure. The literary snobbery around genre fiction is the real embarrassment.


4. "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro โ€” A masterclass in what's NOT said. After this, I stopped trusting narrators and started reading between the lines of everything.


5. "Atomic Habits" by James Clear โ€” Not because it's groundbreaking (it's not), but because it's the only self-help book I've actually applied. Simple beats clever every time.


The common thread? Each one made me a more intentional reader. I stopped consuming books and started choosing them.


That's what we do at Bookmark & Burn โ€” we bookmark the best and burn the rest. No fluff, no fake 5-star reviews, just honest takes from people who actually read.


If that sounds like your kind of thing, come join us.