Can I Bring My Book

Nice! That one is on my list.
-Amanda

A promotional graphic for a new episode of the Can I Bring My Book podcast. The background is a soft beige color. On the left, an illustrated podcast player displays the Can I Bring My Book cover art with a retro-style rainbow arc. Above the player, "NEW EPISODE" is written in bold, black uppercase letters. Below the player, the episode title reads: "Episode 13: How to Break Out of a Reading Slump." The Instagram handle "@CanIBringMyBook_club" is written inside a rounded pink button. On the right side, "PODCAST" is repeated vertically in large, bold black letters. The design is simple, modern, and eye-catching, with warm neutral tones and a pop of color from the rainbow arc.

NEW PODCAST EPISODE!

Stuck in a reading slump? This week, we're breaking down why slumps happen and how to get your reading mojo back.

What’s your go-to way to break out of a reading slump?

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Wherever I go, I’m at home when I open a book.

What did you love reading this week?

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A podcast promotional graphic for Can I Bring My Book. The background is a soft beige color with bold black text along the right side that reads “PODCAST PODCAST.” On the left, there is an illustration of a retro-style music player displaying the podcast’s logo, which features the title Can I Bring My Book in a warm, vintage-style font with a curved rainbow accent. Above the player, black text reads “NEW EPISODE.” Below, the episode title is displayed: “Episode 12: Bookish Hot Takes & Controversial Opinions.” At the bottom, a pink button with black text shows the podcast’s Instagram handle: @CanIBringMyBook_club.

NEW PODCAST EPISODE!

Join us as we talk bookish hot takes and controversial opinions—because why not stir the pot? Are paperbacks superior? Do books need romance? Should dog-earers be banned? Let’s debate!

🎧 Listen now & tell us your hot take!

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Kat and Amanda are attending Cover to Cover at Water Street Tampa on March 12!

It will include pop-up bookstores, author signings, surprise reads and cozy escapes. Let us know in the comments what you miss most about going to the school book fair.

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It just feels right to curl up with a book. Here’s what we read this week.

What did you love reading this week?

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A graphic with a pink background showcasing a list of books added to the TBR in honor of Women’s History Month. The text reads: "In honor of Women’s Day, here are the titles we’ve added to our TBR." Two screenshot-style sections display books from Goodreads, with visible titles including Men Who Hate Women, The Feminine Mystique, Wordslut, Rage Becomes Her, Invisible Women, Too Fat, Too Slutty, Too Loud, The Third Gilmore Girl, Era of Ignition, You Could Make This Place Beautiful, Here After, and Women Don’t Owe You Pretty. The bottom left corner features a circular badge that reads "Add to TBR."

A minimalistic and empowering black-and-white illustration of a raised fist with red nails, wrapped in a pink ribbon that says "Unite for Women." The graphic celebrates International Women's Day on March 8, with "Happy Women’s Day" written in bold, curved text at the top. The borders include the words "Girl Power" and "Support Women," with small black sparkles surrounding the central illustration.

Happy Women’s Day! 💪📚 We’re celebrating by adding some powerhouse reads to our TBR. Will we get to them this month? Hopefully… but let’s be real, TBRs are endless.

📖 Which book would you pick first? Drop your recs below! ⬇️

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Unwrapping a mystery from Fat Cat Books! 📚💫 A blind date with a book — let’s see what hidden adventure awaits inside!

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Can I Bring My Book
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Where besties meet books
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Keep the Sunday Scaries at bay by joining us this Sunday, March 9 at 6:30 PM for an hour of silent reading followed by some light bookish conversation.

Comment "zoom" below to get the link.

Can't wait to see everyone there!

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A digital collage labeled "Amanda’s TBR Cart – Before, During, & After," showing the transformation of Amanda’s teal, three-tiered rolling cart. The first image shows the cart cluttered with random items, the second captures the organizing process with books being stacked, and the final image reveals a neatly arranged, fully stocked cart with bookish stickers, plushies, and a dedicated spot for Amanda’s TBR books. The background features a cozy bookshelf-filled room. The "Can I Bring My Book" logo is in the top right corner.

A close-up of Amanda’s fully stocked TBR cart. The teal, three-tiered rolling cart is packed with a variety of books across genres, including contemporary fiction, thrillers, and fantasy. The top shelf features a pink pig Squishmallow plushie, a red penguin plush, and a copy of Home Body by Rupi Kaur. The sides of the cart are decorated with bookish stickers, including phrases like “Read Good Books,” “In My Smut Era,” and “Go Away, I’m Reading.” The cart sits in front of a bookshelf filled with books and DVDs.

Amanda’s TBR cart glow-up is complete! 📚✨ From chaos to cozy, her physical TBR finally has a home.

Now the real question… what should Amanda read first? Drop your picks in the comments! 👇

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It just feels right to curl up with a book. Here’s what we read this week.

What did you love reading this week?

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We’re saying hello to spring with a month filled with bookish adventures!

We’ve got something for every reader, so mark your calendars and join us for a month of reading and community. 💙

Which event are you most excited for?

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Kat had such a blast at the Big Bend Market this past weekend and just loved the mother/daughter duo that is Fat Cat Books and Purple Anchor Designs.

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It just feels right to curl up with a book. Here’s what we read this week.

What did you love reading this week?

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#canibringmybook #booksky

It just feels right to curl up with a book. Here’s what we read this week.

What did you love reading this week?

💙📚

#canibringmybook #booksky

A pastel pink graphic with the title "Why We Love Reading" in bold red letters. Surrounding the text are six white squares, each containing a simple icon and a reason why reading is beloved: A bird flying from an open cage with the text "Escape/break from reality." A heart being hugged with the text "Books are always there for us." A suitcase with the text "Take us to unknown places." Three people reading and writing together with the text "Learn new skills/gain new information." A magic wand with sparkles with the text "Endless imagination and magic." A group of happy people with the text "Books are just fun!" The background is decorated with doodles of hearts, swirls, stars, and a rainbow, reinforcing the cozy and whimsical theme. The "Can I Bring My Book" logo, featuring a black cat reading a book, is positioned at the top of the image.

Books give us adventure, comfort, knowledge, and magic—what’s not to love? 💕📚 Why do you love reading? Drop your reasons in the comments!

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A pink "This or That" graphic featuring romance tropes. On the left, the "This" column lists: Friends to Lovers Sports Romance Sweet Love Triangle Secret Billionaire Slow Burn On the right, the "That" column lists: Love at First Sight Romantasy Spicy Second Chance Cinderella Story Whirlwind This first slide shows Kat's choices circled in purple: "Love at First Sight," "Romantasy," "Spicy," "Cinderella Story," "Love Triangle," and "Slow Burn." The "Can I Bring My Book" logo with a black cat reading a book is in the top right corner. There are red hand-drawn hearts in the bottom right corner. The image is part of a social media challenge where followers can screenshot a blank template, make their own selections, and tag us.

A pink "This or That" graphic featuring romance tropes. On the left, the "This" column lists: Friends to Lovers Sports Romance Sweet Love Triangle Secret Billionaire Slow Burn On the right, the "That" column lists: Love at First Sight Romantasy Spicy Second Chance Cinderella Story Whirlwind This second slide shows Amanda’s choices circled in black: "Love at First Sight," "Romantasy," "Spicy," “Love Triangle," “Secret billionaire, and "Slow Burn." The "Can I Bring My Book" logo with a black cat reading a book is in the top right corner. There are red hand-drawn hearts in the bottom right corner. The image is part of a social media challenge where followers can screenshot a blank template, make their own selections, and tag us.

A pink "This or That" graphic featuring romance tropes. On the left, the "This" column lists: Friends to Lovers Sports Romance Sweet Love Triangle Secret Billionaire Slow Burn On the right, the "That" column lists: Love at First Sight Romantasy Spicy Second Chance Cinderella Story Whirlwind The "Can I Bring My Book" logo with a black cat reading a book is in the top right corner. There are red hand-drawn hearts in the bottom right corner. The image is part of a social media challenge where followers can screenshot a blank template, make their own selections, and tag us.

It’s romance trope showdown time! 💕 Kat (1st slide) and Amanda (2nd slide) made their picks—now it’s your turn!

Screenshot the blank template, circle your faves, and tag us.

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A picture of a book and two iced coffee drinks by an outdoor fire pit.

What makes reading better? Reading with coffee!

Are you reading this month’s Selected Read with us? If you’re following along with the pacing guide, you’ll hit chapter 23 this weekend.

We’ll be chatting about The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store on Feb 23rd at 3:00 PM EST.

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A Valentine's-themed graphic with a light blue background, featuring swirling doodles, hearts, and small decorative elements. At the center, a red circular badge with the "Can I Bring My Book" logo and text reads, "Literary lovebirds that stole our hearts." Surrounding the badge are six book covers with matching couple names: The Princess Bride by William Goldman - "Westley and Buttercup" (top center) A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas - "Feyre and Rhysand" (top right) A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara - "Willem and Jude" (right side) The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune - "Linus and Arthur" (bottom center) Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree - "Viv and Tandri" (bottom left) When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker - "Kaan and Raeve" (top left) Each book is connected to the center with a whimsical arrow and the couples' names are displayed in soft pink labels. The design celebrates iconic literary couples, embracing the Valentine's theme with a romantic and bookish touch.

The best part of any love story is the OTP (one true pair)!

Here are the literary couples that stole our hearts.

Who are your OTPs?

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A light pink background with a circular blue centerpiece displaying the Can I Bring My Book logo—a black cat reading a book—with the words "Badass babes we love" in bold, black text. Six book covers featuring strong female characters are arranged in a circle around the center, each connected with playful swirls and doodles. The books and characters featured include: Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir – Gideon A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas – Nesta An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir – Laia Runaway Fae by Tamara Lemus – Holly Den of Vipers by K.A. Knight – Roxy Cinder by Marissa Meyer – Cinder The background is decorated with small hearts, sparkles, and squiggly arrows pointing toward each book cover, emphasizing the fierce and beloved nature of these characters.

Strong, fierce, and totally unforgettable—these badass book babes have our hearts! 💪📖

Who’s your favorite strong female character?

Drop your recs in the comments!

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A soft pink background features a heart-shaped arrangement of ten book covers, each cropped into a heart shape. At the center, the Can I Bring My Book logo—a black cat reading a book—is displayed above the phrase “BOOKS we love” in warm, brownish-red text. The featured books include: Dear Mr. Henshaw by Beverly Cleary What You Are Looking For Is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune Sabriel by Garth Nix The Vicious Circle by Katherine St. John The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab The heart-shaped book covers are arranged in a symmetrical pattern, symbolizing love for these beloved reads.

Love is in the air… and on our bookshelves! 💕📚

Here are some of the books we adore.

What’s a book you love and recommend to everyone? Drop it in the comments!

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A pink, heart-shaped donut with glossy pink icing and colorful sprinkles is centered on a soft pink, watercolor-textured background. The donut has a small heart-shaped hole in the middle. Above the donut, the word “DONUT” is written in bold, white, curved letters with two small motion lines on either side. Below the donut, the phrase “MISS DO IT DAY” is written in a playful, brownish-red font. The Can I Bring My Book logo, featuring a black cat reading a book inside a circular border, is in the top left corner. Small, scattered sparkles and stars surround the design, adding to the whimsical, inviting feel. This image promotes Do-It Day, a virtual event where participants can focus on reading, writing, or personal projects.

Our next Do-It Day is this Thursday. You donut want to miss out!

Join us for dedicated time to work on writing, reading, or whatever you want to work on.

Heck, maybe you'll write the next great love poem.

Join us on the 13th at 7:30 PM EST.

Comment “zoom” to get the link.

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A pastel pink graphic featuring six book covers surrounding a circular center that reads Our Favorite Book Boys with the Can I Bring My Book logo of a black cat reading a book. Each book cover is accompanied by the name of its love interest in a rounded pink label. Small heart doodles, sparkles, and arrows add to the love-themed design. Books and their respective love interests: Daughter of the Blood by Anne Bishop – Lucivar Yaslana (top center) A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas – Rhysand (top right) Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo – Kaz Brekker (middle right) When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker – Kaan Vaegor (bottom center) Once Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Garber – Jacks (bottom left) Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros – Xaden Riorson (middle left) The background is a soft blush pink with swirly lines, stars, and romantic doodles, fitting the Valentine’s Week theme. The image aligns with Can I Bring My Book’s love-themed content for the week, which will feature bookish romance discussions, favorite fictional couples, and heart-stealing moments.

Love is in the air! This week, we're celebrating all things romance, bookish crushes, and heart-stealing moments. Kicking it off with our favorite book boys.

Who’s your fave book boy?

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It just feels right to curl up with a book. Here’s what we read this week.

What did you read?

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Hey besties! Whatcha doing tomorrow?! If you want to set aside some time to read with friends, come join us.

We’re hosting Reading Relay tomorrow (Feb 9) at 6:30 PM EST. Comment “zoom” for the link.

Come find out if Amanda can catch up in time! 🤣

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Yes!!! Let us know what you think when you finish.

A collage of photos against a pale pink background. The collage is titled "Blind Date with a Book" and features 3 pictures: one of Kat holding a book wrapped in brown paper with a floral band, one of the cover of the book "Scythe" which features a grim reaper in a red hood with a black scythe, and a silver award on it, the final photo is of the wrapped book in the previous picture from the front it has two bookmarks, a highlighter, and page tabs tucked into the wrapping.

Look what Kat picked up at Downtown Lakeland's Farmers Curb Market... blind date with a book from The Bookish Flower!

It came with quite a few bonus items and a new copy of Scythe!

Check 'em out! thebookishflower.etsy.com

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Heart-wrenching. Haunting. Unforgettable. A Little Life is a masterpiece of storytelling—beautifully written, deeply affecting, and emotionally devastating. Hanya Yanagihara crafts an intimate, decades-spanning portrait of friendship, trauma, and the resilience of the human spirit. At the heart of it is Jude St. Francis, a character so complex and heartbreakingly real that his story lingers long after the final page. This book is an emotional rollercoaster, one that explores the depths of pain but also the profound power of love and loyalty. The friendships in this novel are tested by time, hardship, and the weight of the past, yet they remain a testament to the endurance of human connection. It’s not an easy read—there are moments of unbearable sorrow—but Yanagihara’s prose is stunning, her character work unparalleled. This is a book that breaks you, then pieces you back together in ways you never expected. A Little Life is not just a novel; it’s an experience—one that will stay with me forever.

Amanda's book review of A Little Life by @hanyayanagihara

Heart-wrenching. Haunting. Unforgettable.

This is a book that breaks you, then pieces you back together in ways you never expected.

Full review in image and alt.

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A promotional graphic for the next Can I Bring My Book? Club event, Reading Relay. The background is a soft pink with a blue-grey sqaure that displays the event title "Reading Relay," and the following information "virtual reading session; byob (bring your own book--any book!) 6:30 PM EST; held the second Sunday of every month). There is a smaller burnt orange box overtop the grey-blue box that displays the date: Feb 9. The Can I Bring My Book Logo (a black cat reading a book) is displayed top-center next to a stack of books).

Get ready to join us this upcoming Sunday, February 9 at 6:30 PM EST for Reading Relay!

Reading Relay is an opportunity to read your choice of book in a shared virtual environment, and learn about what other members are reading this month!

Ready to join us? Comment "zoom" below!

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