You can’t read a dystopian book, root for the main character, and then support the oppressor in real life. That’s cognitive dissonance. #booksky

Okay #booksky what is the lemur reading?

😰 I-I’m so sorry. It won’t happen again 😭 🤫🤞🏾 #booksky

Ways to show up for our libraries: -Get a library card -Regularly visit your library -Use library services -Donate books -Attend library events -Become a library “friend” -Purchase their merch or from their book sales -Volunteer

While listening to my book, in the midst of an epic battle, I somehow made it to work safe and sound. I am so thankful for divided attention. #booksky

This happened less than an hour from my home. I don’t know this family but I know some of their customers and neighbors. I have two things to say: 1. I live in a Blue state. 2. This doesn’t surprise me.

after the overturning of roe, black infant mortality has spiked nearly 11% in states with abortion bans: www.reuters.com/world/us/inf...

Please keep in mind that many of your disabled friends likely need more accommodations now and in the coming days. AND many of your neighbors will BECOME disabled in the coming days. Don’t wait to educate yourself on how to not be useless.

The line between wanting to jump off a building and wanting to own, develop and build my own company within a building, is a thin one. 😭

Good morning #blackbooksky this is one of my bookish friends @mcjeterbooks.bsky.social and she just started a YouTube channel making these really fun chapter dissections 😄. This should definitely be the video you watch while eating lunch or dinner today 🫡 youtu.be/cjPg_Mbj3jY?...

Do you like to read about Black love? Great! Let me put you onto an event where you can grab a bunch of free books! Head over to jtbbooks.com and check out the details! ❤️❤️❤️ @annait.bsky.social @slimsbooks.bsky.social @mcjeterbooks.bsky.social

I did NOT read enough dystopian books in 2024 to prepare for the (at least) the next four years. #booksky

Since TikTok is gone and we need something new to stimulate our minds, we should read Black Indie Books. And a whole lot are gonna be free to download 2/1-2/3! #tiktokban #booksky #bookish jtbbooks.com/blackLove

Y’all ready for my next bookish essay? Today, I am going to be writing about the importance of Black romance, and giving you my list of romances I plan to read in 2025. Drop any recs down below that you think I HAVE to add to my list. Sign up for free updates! Leftunreadbooks.binderybooks.com

Imagine an event where you could download free ebooks that feature Black romantic, familial, platonic and self love. Oh wait. . . You don’t have to Jump the Broom Books: Everything Black Love 2/1/2025 - 2/3/2025 jtbbooks.com ^authors apply here #blackauthors

Help. I’m looking for a book that will make my jaw drop so suddenly that when I pick it up off the ground, there will be an indent in the concrete. A book that will give me whiplash so hard that my head flies off my neck and 20 feet away. I gotta end my 2024 with a bang‼️

These books encapsulate my 2024.

Fable got me RIGHT this year! I am an

💎 Empowerment Dreamer 💎 

“Reality shows and apocalyptic fantasies? Your tastes are as subtle as a sledgehammer. Embrace it! You seek bold stories where strength defies fate.” #bookish

Anybody just zone out while reading an audiobook and then you lock back in and you’re like “How did we get here?” Cuz same

Plot twist: you caffeinate yourself with the intention of being productive but end up taking a 30 minute nap instead.

Took 12.5mg of melatonin, cried myself to sleep, woke up at 4:45 am, took pre-workout, had a great work out, got BOGO smoothies, and now feeling happier-ish and inspired. When the going gets tough, practice self improvement 🙃