100 Best Book Blogs To Read in 2025 (Book Reviewers)
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1. Amazon Book Blog
Blog https://www.amazon.com/amazonbookreview + Follow Blog
The Amazon book editors read thousands of book every year to recommend their favorites to you. The amazon books editors' selection are hand curated and independent, and are not sponsored content.MORE Facebook 29.8MTwitter 6M Domain Authority 96 Get Email Contact Get Popular Blogs Contact listGet access to 250k active Blogs in 1500 niche categories.Get niche category blogs contact list at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the category of blogs you want to reach out at anuj@feedspot.com . We'll share blogs list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us
2. Smart Bitches, Trashy Books
Blog https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/ + Follow Blog
Smart Bitches, Trashy Books is a community of romance readers eager to talk about which romance novels rocked their worlds, and which ones made them throw the book. Also interested are the folks who are curious about all those fuchsia books with the tangerine skies and turquoise ruffles they used to see in the drug stores.MORE Email ****@smartbitchestrashybooks.com
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3. Largehearted Boy
Blog https://largeheartedboy.com/ + Follow Blog
Largehearted Boy is a literature and music website that explores that spot in the Venn diagram where the two arts overlap. In this blog, you will find Essays, book reviews, music reviews, book news, music news, and much more.MORE Email ****@largeheartedboy.com
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4. BookTrib
Blog https://booktrib.com/ + Follow Blog
The #1 website for books to read. BookTrib is an online literary news magazine dedicated to providing great coverage for debut and well-recognized authors. The Leading Source For Book News & Reviews.MORE Email ****@booktrib.com
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5. Barnes And Noble Book Blog
Blog https://www.barnesandnoble.com/blog/ + Follow Blog
Barnes & Noble is the largest retail bookseller in the United States, and a leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products. Barnes & Noble.com leverages the power of the Barnes & Noble brand to offer online customers the Web's premier destination for books, eBooks, magazines, toys & games, music, DVD and Blu-ray, and related products and services.MORE Facebook 1.8MTwitter 310.5KInstagram 1.1M Domain Authority 92 Get Email Contact
6. Caffeinated Book Reviewer
Blog https://caffeinatedbookreviewer.com/ + Follow Blog
Book reviews, news, author information, guest posts, blog tours and giveaways...and coffee lots and lots of coffee. I am an avid reader, audiobook junkie and coffee drinker. My fandoms include Dr. Who, Sherlock Holmes and Supernatural. I am a Howler & Ravenclaw.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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7. Wishful Endings
Blog https://www.wishfulendings.com/ + Follow Blog
A book blog for YA, clean adult, and Christian romance reviews, features, and giveaways. Tressa Sherman, Book blogger & Bookstagrammer started this blog to share her love of reading with others.MORE Email ****@outlook.com
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8. Crossroad Reviews
Blog http://www.crossroadreviews.com/ + Follow Blog
We are dedicated to books and authors. This site is for all ages! We read and review titles from children's to adult!
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9. TLC Book Tours
Blog https://tlcbooktours.com/ + Follow Blog
TLC Book Tours is a virtual book tour site. Virtual book tours are a promotional tool for authors to connect with readers via well-read book blogs and specialty.
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10. The Bookish Elf
Blog https://www.bookishelf.com/ + Follow Blog
Enjoy a platter of book reviews, author interviews, book recommendations, and all things books. The Bookish Elf caters to readers with a passion for literature. A team of enthusiasts runs the online store with a deep love for books. Described as 'quirky' and 'caffeine-fueled,' the team enjoys spending time in bookstores and has amassed a large collection of bookmarks.MORE Email ****@bookishelf.com
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11. That Artsy Reader Girl Blog
Blog https://www.thatartsyreadergirl.com/ + Follow Blog
That Artsy Reader Girl, curated by Jana, offers a diverse array of book reviews and engaging literary discussions. As a multi-faceted individual - a librarian, singer, graphic designer, and more - Jana's eclectic tastes extend to adult romance in its various genres. With a penchant for exploration and a love for art history, she invites readers into a vibrant world of books and creativity.MORE Email ****@yahoo.com
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12. Joy's Book Blog
Blog https://www.joyweesemoll.com/ + Follow Blog
Hi! My name is Joy Weese Moll. I love computers and libraries. This is my blog about books, mostly. I read for pleasure and for information, so there is a wide variety of books covered in my posts. Here are some of the topics that I cover including Writing, Race in America, and the British Isles.MORE Email ****@yahoo.com
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13. Under the Covers Book Blog
Blog https://www.underthecoversbookblog.com/ + Follow Blog
Book reviews, author interviews, giveaways! Books have the power to unite people and that is exactly what happened with us! Our love for books have brought us together and we've become good friends in a short amount of time.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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14. Book Room Reviews
Blog http://www.bookroomreviews.com/ + Follow Blog
Hi! My name is Sarah and thanks for visiting bookroomreviews.com! I have a love for books and reading! I could be found sipping a latte, while browsing a bookshop looking for interesting and good books. I read a variety of books and look forward to writing reviews on many different books for this site!MORE Email ****@bookroomreviews.com
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15. Bewitched Bookworms
Blog https://bewitchedbookworms.com/ + Follow Blog
We are a book blog interested in a variety of fiction, although we all share a love of YA novels. We also enjoy helping publishers and authors promote their books through our reviews, author interviews and contests.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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16. Travelling Book Junkie
Blog https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/ + Follow Blog
Inspiring book lovers worldwide to pick up their passports and explore the world whilst focusing on their love of literature. We highlight the literary trails you won't want to miss. We explore locations that authors have visited and gained inspiration from.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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17. Rockstar Book Tours
Blog http://www.rockstarbooktours.com/ + Follow Blog
Jaime and Rachel, We decided to start Rockstar Book Tours because we love books, the authors behind the books - they are our rockstars - and blog tours. And we wanted to be able to provide a service - free of charge - that would allow us to promote the authors and books we love.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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18. True Story Book Blog
Blog https://www.truestorybookblog.com/ + Follow Blog
For Us...Every Book...is a True StoryRomance book reviews
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19. Katie's Book Blog
Blog https://katiesbookblog.com/ + Follow Blog
Katie's Book Blog is a blog all about young adult books. It has reviews, interviews, giveaways, and so much more. The mission of Katie's Book Blog is to get the word out about books for young adults and hopefully entice some reluctant readers into checking out a book or two.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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20. Linda's Book Bag
Blog https://lindasbookbag.com/ + Follow Blog
My name is Linda. I'm a retired ex-English teacher, educational consultant, and inspector. I love reading and try to read as much as possible. Although I'm not particularly fond of horror, sci-fi, or fantasy I'm always willing to try a range of genres and love the privilege of having advance copies to review.MORE Email ****@me.com
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21. Dublin Review of Books
Blog https://drb.ie/ + Follow Blog
The Dublin Review of Books was founded as an online journal offering a space for reflection on literature, history, arts, society, politics, and culture. It publishes long-form essays and shorter book reviews, blog entries, and details on forthcoming literary events and recently published books.MORE Email ****@drb.ie
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22. The Reading Diaries
Blog https://www.thereadingdiaries.com/ + Follow Blog
Mandy is a book-obsessed coffee-drinking crafty nerd living in Northern California. Her bookish blog 'The Reading Diaries, chronicles her thoughts and reflections on whatever she reads. Her passion for reading and discussing stories has given way to the blog where she offers reviews, author posts, giveaways, and more!MORE Email ****@yahoo.com
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23. Crokes Blog
Blog https://www.crokes.com/blog/ + Follow Blog
Crokes is a social media platform that empowers readers to connect and openly discuss books and other topics without being tracked, supporting free journalism and anonymity.
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24. Peeking Between the Pages
Blog https://peekingbetweenthepages.com/ + Follow Blog
My name is Darlene and I'm from Canada and I love, love, love to read. I read mainly contemporary fiction, literary fiction and historical fiction, women's fiction, Christian fiction, general fiction, but I also enjoy young adult, chick-lit, mysteries, thrillers, horror and cookbooks, along with some paranormal, fantasy, memoirs, or romance-depends on if it appeals to me or not.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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25. Why Not? Because I Said So!
Blog https://whynotbecauseisaidso.blogspot.com/ + Follow Blog
I am a very busy, single Mom to my two great kids. I work full time teaching 2nd grade. I love to read and met my goal of reading 100 books last year. I am a Book Reviewer, writer and great lover of books: sharing her wonderful finds of fantastic authors, their books, writing tips, and also other things of interest to me and those following the blog. Thanks for visiting! Follow today and don't miss out on news of great new books and giveaways!MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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26. The Writer's Life eMagazine
Blog http://thewriterslife.blogspot.com/ + Follow Blog
Book publishing, book promotion, author interviews, books, book marketing tips. Our mission is to go beyond the what the author can do to promote his/her book.
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27. Reading Is My SuperPower
Blog https://readingismysuperpower.org/ + Follow Blog
Books reviewed honestly and from the heart, written out of my love for stories and my knowledge of what makes good fiction. Interviews with some of my favorite authors. Giveaways of some of my favorite books.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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28. Nerdy Book Club Blog
Blog https://nerdybookclub.wordpress.com/ + Follow Blog
If you love books, especially those written for children and young adults, then you are an honorary member of The Nerdy Book Club. Nerdy Book Club was designed to give us a home to share that love of reading with others as well as to organize voting and announcing winners of our First Annual Nerdies Book Awards.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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29. Sybrina Publishing
Blog https://sybrina.com/ + Follow Blog
Sybrina's Book Blog is a wonderful place to meet new books plus read interesting interviews and book reviews offering unique perspectives. This website will also introduce you to thousands of fanciful and useful book-related products that you will either love for yourself or give as gifts. Visit the Magical Periodic Table Elements Store for fun science activities for middle graders.MORE Facebook 265Twitter 2.4KInstagram 775PinterestLinkedInYouTube Domain Authority 18 Popular Post Unicorn-Themed Teaching Tools and Activities To Encourage Your Child’s Interest In Science Get Contact
30. Phaedon Story Book Media
Blog https://www.phaedonstorybook.com.au/ + Follow Blog
The official author/publisher site showcasing Dudley Earl Hood's Flashbacks & Film Scripts series, backed by a creative team and direct contact info in NSW
Book Bloggers
| Blogger Name | Blog Link | Twitter Handle | Twitter Follower | Blogger Bio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachael | booklistqueen.com | @booklistqueen | 1.6K | Runs Book List Queen, offering curated book lists and reviews. | |
| Resh Susan | thebooksatchel.com | @thebooksatchel | 9.5K | Creator of The Book Satchel, a blog featuring book reviews and photography. | |
| Lucy Pearson | thelitedit.com | @thelitedit | 5.3K | Australian blogger behind The Literary Edit, focusing on literary travel and festivals. | |
| Cyra | literaryvault.com | @literaryvault | 228 | Young book blogger behind The Literary Vault, known for her immersive reviews. | |
| Emily Campbell | thebooknanny.com | @thebooknanny | 74 | Blogger at The Book Nanny, provides content ratings for books without spoilers. | |
| Jacqueline Diamond | christianindiebookreviews.blogspot.com | @jacquediamond | 11.2K | USA Today bestselling author Jacqueline Diamond has more than 100 novels to her name! A former Associated Press reporter and TV columnist, Jackie is best known for her Safe Harbor Medical romances and mysteries. | |
| Sharon Bairden | chapterinmylife.wordpress.com | @sbairden | 7.1K | Runs Chapter In My Life, a blog focused on crime and mystery/thriller books. | |
| Carol Baldwin | carolbaldwinblog.blogspot.com | @cbaldwinauthor | 1.8K | Focuses on middle grade and young adult literature with clean reads. | |
| Jessica McComas | jessicamapreviews.com | @jessmapreviews | 532 | Blogger at Jessicamap Reviews, covering YA, crime, and horror genres. | |
| Ninu Nair | bookishloom.wordpress.com | @ninunair | 430 | Runs Bookishloom, a blog about classics and new releases. | |
| Celeste | aliteraryescape.com | @alitescape | 1.7K | Runs A Literary Escape, focusing on book reviews and literary discussions. | |
| Jenn Marie | the-bibliofile.com | @the_bibliofile | 1K | Jenn Marie is the creator and curator of The Bibliofile, a popular book blog known for its in-depth reviews, reading guides, and literary discussions. | |
| Asha Seth | missbookthief.com | @missbookthief_ | 4K | Creator of Miss Book Thief, focusing on book reviews and literary thoughts. | |
| Elgee | elgeewrites.com | @elgeewrites | 931 | Blogger at Elgee Writes, providing bookish discussions and reviews. | |
| Lea Schizas | thewritingjungle.com | @leaschizas | 63 | Lea Schizas is the founder of The Writing Jungle, a platform dedicated to helping writers hone their craft through resources, workshops, and community support. | |
| Arlene | arlenesbookclub.com | @arlenesbookclub | 331 | Runs Arlene's Book Club, a community-focused book blog with reviews and more. | |
| CG Drews | paperfury.com | @paperfury | 40.6K | Blogger at Paper Fury, focusing on YA, fantasy, and bookish discussions. | |
| Traci Thomas | shereads.com | @shereadsdotcom | 1.8K | Traci Thomas is the creator and host of the critically acclaimed literary podcast, The Stacks. | |
| Rachel | recitrachel.com | @recitrachel | 11.7K | Blogger at Rachel Reads Ravenously, focusing on romance and contemporary fiction. | |
| Danika Ellis | lesbrary.com | @danikaellis | 1.2K | Blogger at The Lesbrary, focusing on LGBTQ+ literature. | |
| Kimberly | caffeinatedbookreviewer.com | @kimbacaffeinate | 6.3K | Runs Caffeinated Book Reviewer, focusing on book reviews and author interviews. | |
| Nicole M. Hewitt | feedyourfictionaddiction.com | @nicolemhewitt | 3.4K | Runs Feed Your Fiction Addiction, focusing on book reviews and blogging tips. | |
| Lory | emeraldcitybookreview.com | Blogger at The Emerald City Book Review, focusing on classics and literary fiction. | |||
| Grace Atwood | thestripe.com | @graceatwood | 23.1K | Creator of The Stripe, a lifestyle blog with a strong focus on books and reading. | |
| Lauren | bookmarklit.net | @bookmarklit | 1.2K | Runs Bookmark Lit, a blog focused on young adult fiction and lifestyle content. | |
| Kerri McBookNerd | kerrimcbooknerd.home.blog | @kerrimcbooknerd | 3.6K | Runs the blog Kerri McBookNerd, covering reviews in multiple genres. | |
| Eline | lovelyaudiobooks.info | @lovelyaudiobook | 4.8K | Blogger at Lovely Audiobooks, focusing on romance audiobooks. | |
| Marie | drizzleandhurricanebooks.com | @dh_books | 2.4K | Runs Drizzle & Hurricane Books, focusing on young adult and contemporary fiction. | |
| Kiersten | weliveandbreathebooks.com | @wlabb | 466 | Runs WLABB (We Live and Breathe Books), focusing on young adult fiction. | |
| Caro | thebookcheshirecat.com | @bookcheshirecat | 391 | Blogger at The Book Cheshire Cat, focusing on book reviews and discussions in the young adult genre. | |
| Stephanie | bookfever11.com | @bookfever11 | 3.1K | Blogger at Bookfever, covering historical fiction, romance, and fantasy. | |
| Ellie Sinclair | readingbetweenthewinesbookclub.com | Runs Reading Between Wines, focusing on romance novels and wine pairings. | |||
| Christine Frascarelli | theuncorkedlibrarian.com | @theuncorkedlib | 12K | Runs The Uncorked Librarian, focusing on books and travel. | |
| Rincey Abraham | youtube.com/rinceyreads | Runs Rincey Reads, focusing on book recommendations and reviews. | |||
| Ashleigh | youtube.com/afrolicthroughfiction | Booktuber at A Frolic Through Fiction, focusing on book reviews and cozy aesthetics. | |||
| Leslie Murphy | shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast | @shereadsromnce | Runs She Reads Romance, dedicated to romance book lovers with book lists and reviews. | ||
| Cynthia Conrad | booktrib.com | @cynthia73222832 | 11 | ||
| Jon Allsop | nybooks.com | @Jon_Allsop | |||
| Aurora Dominguez | booktrib.com | @auroramiami | 4.6K | ||
| Ahaqir Ishaq | booksofbrilliance.com | @ahaqirishaq | 155 | ||
| Aida Alami | nybooks.com | @AidaAlami | |||
| Vanessa Diaz | bookriot.com | @buenosdiazsd | 312 | ||
| Erica Ezeifedi | bookriot.com | @Erica_Eze_ | |||
| Michelle Nijhuis | nybooks.com | @nijhuism | 9.9K | ||
| Dawn Ius | booktrib.com | @dawnmius | 1.9K | ||
| Cameron Kimball | booktrib.com | ||||
| Katie Bloomer | booktrib.com | ||||
| Steve Coll | nybooks.com | @stevecollny | 21.1K | ||
| Miriam Pensack | nybooks.com | @MiriamPensack | |||
| Adam Shatz | nybooks.com | @adamshatz | 13.8K |
Book Review Blogs By Country
USA
Kirkus Reviews
About - Book reviews and recommendations from the most trusted voice in book discovery.
BookPage.com - The Book Case Blog
About - America's book review: sharing the best in new books since 1988. Includes fiction book reviews, nonfiction book reviews, children's book reviews, romance, sci fi etc.
UK
For Reading Addicts
About- British bibliophiles brilliantly babbling about books, bookshops, bookshelves!
Lovereading | Helping you choose the next book
About - Lovereading is the UK's leading book recommendation site where you will be guided to great books that will keep you inspired and entertained.
Travelling Book Junkie
About - Inspiring book lovers worldwide to pick up their passports and explore the world whilst focusing on their love of literature. We highlight the literary trails you won't want to miss. We explore locations that authors have visited and gained inspiration from.
Canada
49thShelf.com: Discover Canadian Books, Book Reviews, Book Lists & more
About - Canada's biggest selection of Canadian books, Canadian authors, book reviews, book lists, and more. It is A website stocked with Canadian books by authors both world-renowned and up-and-coming, writing in every genre. On 49th Shelf, you’ll find books you’ll never forget, meet people whose lists and reviews you’ll admire, and learn more about the authors who intrigue you.
Chapter by Chapter | A Mostly YA Book Blog
About - A Mostly Young Adult Book Review Blog, You'll find reviews on different YA, MG, and some Adult novels. The reviews will generally be in two perspectives; one adult and one teen.
Rabid Reads – Speculative Fiction Book Reviews
About - Urban Fantasy, Paranormal Romance and Young Adult are the three main genres featured on Rabid Reads but Historical Romance, Fantasy and Erotica books also make the occasional appearances. Two out of our four reviewers have a strong penchant for stories that showcase werewolves and as a result, the blog has cemented itself as one of the leading paranormal fiction authorities on all things furry.
Darlene's Book Nook
About - I am a busy mother of two, and I love reading on the go! I love listening to audiobooks on my iPod. My genres of interest are paranormal, suspense/thriller, mystery, young adult, horror, urban fantasy, fantasy, romantic suspense, mainstream fiction, and juvenile fiction (which I will read aloud to my children). Accepting a book for review does not guarantee that my review will be positive. I can only post fair and honest reviews which I feel will be helpful to readers.
Australia
The Boomerang Books Blog
About - Founded in 2002, Boomerang Books is Australia's online independent bookstore, with a distinct focus on Australian books, Australian authors and Australian publishers. Specialising in Australian books and Australian authors, Boomerang Books has all your book buying needs.
Aussie Reviews | Reviews of great Australian books
About - Since 2001 Aussie Reviews has been drawing attention to the wonderful literary talent in this country by providing online reviews of all kinds of Australian books – from adult fiction to children’s books to non-fiction.
Booklover Book Reviews | Find your next great read today
About - Hi! I’m Jo, an unabashed book lover living in Brisbane, Australia. Since starting this website in 2009 I’ve come to realise I enjoy writing about books almost as much as reading them. Read hundreds of book reviews, wide range of titles by Australian and international authors, book giveaways, author interviews. Find your next great read today!
The Booktopian
About - Voted Australia's Favourite Bookstore. We love books and want to spread the word. Delivering more than 4 million books per year, we offer competitive prices and stock a wide range to guarantee faster delivery times. Bringing together writers and readers, combined with our expert opinion, Booktopia is Australia's local bookstore.
India
BookGeeks | Book Reviews | Author Interviews
About - BookGeeks is a book review blog dedicated to Indian authors. We do Book Reviews, Author Interviews and help Indian authors promote their books. Our mission is to be the first choice of book lovers looking for simple & apt review of books written by Indian authors. Find the best books written by Indian authors on bookGeeks.in
Booxoul | The love literature, books & all things bookish
About - If you are looking for one blog to meet all of your diverse book review needs, Booxoul it is. We review books, suggest books and we try our level best to answer the most asked book-related questions.We love literature, books, and all things bookish, and want to share that with the world through our Blog, We are the excitement of realizing you’re falling in love with a book and so much more. And the only thing we like as much as books is talking about books with you all.
Vidhya Thakkar | Read, Write & Explore!
About - An Avid reader, a Gemini Soul and A versatile personality. Know about books, Lifestyle. One who Love to review books. A girl who loves the smell of a new book, a reader, a girl who wants to Inspire. At the end, I am an Entrepreneur and a Social media trainer who love to communicate and meet new people, so don’t hesitate to connect. A Mumbaikar soul who loves to communicate with various people led her to the creation of #Mumbaibookstagrammers.
Anu Reviews
About - Anureviews is a book blog featuring books reviews, author interviews, excerpts and all other activities related to books and publishing. I have been reading ever since I can remember and reviewing them for more than 10 years now on this portal Anu Reviews. Never thought that writing down my reflections on the books I read is going to culminate into this. Sharing my thoughts with other readers have often given me multiple views of the books we read and authors we talked about.