Ya‘ll…this book is fantastic. I went into it thinking it was a retelling of Frankenstein itself, and while it is a retelling, it‘s more of a steampunk retelling of how Mary Shelley came up with the idea for the original story. If life wouldn‘t have gotten in the way, I would‘ve finished this way sooner. It was a struggle to put it down. If you have a love of Frankenstein or steampunk, I recommend giving this a chance. #thismonstrousthing

#quote #thismonstrousthing #frankenstein #hardcover #thriftbooks #mackenzilee

Onward to my next read! I love Frankenstein so I‘m thrilled to get into this retelling! #frankenstein #retelling #thriftbooks #hardcover #crystals

Just finished! I love it so much and I‘m so impatient that the second one isn‘t out until August! Ahhhh! #sixcrimsoncranes #elizabethlim #hardcover #borrowedbooks #fairytales #dragons #lovelovelove

My friend gave me new bookmarks for Christmas and I am so in love! Here‘s showcasing how beautiful they look with a book I just started today. #bookmarks #crystals #witchy #books #sixcrimsoncranes #elizabethlim #christmas #holidays

Next one on the list! Changing it up a little bit to hopefully lighten up after the dark read that was American Predator. It‘s been awhile since I‘ve found comfort in short stories.

This pulled me out of my book slump! This was all around a wild ride. I‘m devastated at the ending of this case and the fact that this didn‘t get as much news coverage due to a lot of mishandling. If you‘re into serial killers, this is definitely one to add to the collection.

The Waste Lands didn‘t pull me in like I was hoping. American Predator pulled me in right away and I‘ve barely put it down since I started it today. I hate that I don‘t remember hearing about this case as it was happening. #americanpredator #maureencallahan #serialkiller #bookslump #kindle #ebook #library

I‘ve been in a slump and desperation trying to get out of it. Here‘s to trying with the third in The Dark Tower series. #stephenking #hardcover #thedarktoweriii #gorgeouscovers

Continuing my trek into Stephen King‘s books. My library is pulling this one from the shelves because it‘s not getting checked out. #thegreenmile #stephenking #library

Feels like it took me forever to get through Carrie even though it‘s such a short book. Honestly, I went into it without knowing anything about it (I‘ve never seen the movies) and I wasn‘t sure what to expect. This is only the 3rd King book I‘ve read so far and I‘m anxious to keep diving into his writing.

News item from the Westover (Me.) weekly Enterprise, August 19, 1966: RAIN OF STONES REPORTED #firstlinefridays @ShyBookOwl

Started it about 3 weeks ago and then classes picked up again. Finally got a break to read it. It‘s a great time with all this cold, stormy weather we‘ve been getting. Bonus! My grumpy old man of a reading buddy. #carrie #stephenking #storms #weather #librarybook #cat #seniorpets

I finished Pet Sematary earlier today. It was not as scary as I was led to believe but it was still enjoyable. Now off to start another! #carrie #stephenking #library #tea #penguin #bookslump

My read for October! Only the second Stephen King book I‘ve ever read. I started reading knowing nothing about this book and it almost got spoiled a couple times. #library #stephenking #petsematary #spookyreads

Halfway through this one. I‘m really enjoying it. I definitely think it‘s better than The Gunslinger but it has a totally different vibe to it. It‘s been a lot of fun reading and a lot of fun talking to my boss about it, since he got me started on this series. Also, here‘s my face, since the last couple weeks have been excruciating and this was the first day in awhile that I felt completely like myself.

Starting this in the hopes that I can talk about it with a coworker that is way more knowledgeable on astrology than I am.

Stopped by the bookstore on our last day of mini vacation and picked these up. They‘re absolutely beautiful and quick reads. Mindfulness is something I‘ve been trying to practice and I thought this would be a wonderful start and I was right. 😊#mindfulness #howtobecalm #howtobemindful #journaling #paperback #bookstorefinds

“Because words always screw up whatever you‘re trying to say.” Zombies ~ Chuck Palahniuk #chuckpahniuk #makesomethingup #quotes #paperback #shortstories #weird #lotsoffilters

Meant to post this the other day while I was on a reading spree. I‘ve really been enjoying this short story collection. I‘ve gone outside of my little box by giving these a chance and I wish I wasn‘t about to finish it. #darkcorners #amazonoriginal #ebooks #kindle #shortstories #horror

Been busy studying and haven‘t had a chance to read for fun until tonight. Finished this book and stayed up later than I should have to do so (it‘s 4:30 am here!). I really enjoyed this book. It had a few twists that I wasn‘t expecting and I just really love Fern.

Feels like it took forever to make the time to finish this book. I really enjoyed it. It‘s the first Stephen King book that I‘ve started and finished. Can‘t wait to discuss it with my boss at work on Friday.

My reading buddy, JoJo. #thegunslinger #stephenking #cats #paperback #readingbuddy

First attempt to sticker bomb! Decorated the front of my kindle cover. #kindle #stickerbomb #crazycatlady

Finally! I‘ve had this book on hold at the library for almost 3 months! I‘m excited to dig in. This was recommended to me by a doctor at the clinic I work in. #thestand #stephenking #kindle #bookstoshows

Picked this up from the local library. So far it‘s hilarious. Just a fun read to take a break from the more serious/intense things that I‘ve been reading lately (like my animal anatomy textbook!).

Ya‘ll, I went to the library to pick up a book I had on hold and the used bookstore next door had a sale going on. I picked up these 7 books for 70 cents! Some are out of my normal realm of genre but they all sounded interesting and it‘s always good to branch out.

I‘ve checked out a bunch of books from kindle unlimited and my library. Idk where I think I‘ll get the time to read them all in between classes, but whatever! I‘m looking forward to this series. It‘s already hilarious. Also, super proud that I got a 100% on my biology research paper!

So far this has been my favorite out of the Dark Corners series. I actually felt anxious reading this one. #darkcorners #amazonoriginals #kindlepaperwhite #kindleunlimited

Digging the Dark Corners so far. Got about halfway through this short story on my lunch break. I don‘t normally read horror but this is a genre that I am getting more interested in and really wanting to expand on. Any/all suggestions welcome! #hannah-beast #amazonoriginalstories #shortstories #horror #horrorshortstories #kindle

I‘m so into this vampire series. Idk how i didn‘t find it sooner. It‘s so good! I‘m taking a short break from this series to get through some of my kindle unlimited TBR. Also, Shane **swoon** #vampires #morganvillevampires #rachelcaine #book2 #kindle

Just finished and I didn‘t realize how badly I needed a new vampire series in my life! I‘m hooked! On to book 2!

Starting my next read right away instead of doing anything I‘m supposed to. lol.

I loved this book so much! Some parts seemed to be predictable but it still managed to keep me interested and ended up surprising me. Highly recommend it.

My grandmother bought a kindle paperwhite for me today since I‘ve been having so many problems with my kindle fire. I felt this was a perfect first read on the new device. I‘m in love with everything today brought me.

Finished Such a Fun Age for Poppy Loves book club. Starting this one today for #biglibraryread I‘m so thrilled to be over my reading slump and getting tons of suggestions from my cousin as well. Started Call Me By Your Name on audio today too! Hope everyone is having a great weekend!

I finished Their Eyes Were Watching God last night and immediately jumped into this one for #poppylovesbookclub on facebook. Already 60 pages in. I‘m really enjoying branching out from my usual genres. #suchafunage #kileyreid #ebook #bookclub

Ya‘ll, I went from not reading a book in 2 months to finishing Animal Farm, 3 short stories and starting another book. I‘m hoping I can keep the momentum going!

Trying to keep the momentum going with some short stories I‘ve had for awhile. #shortstories #farawaycollection #fairytaleretelling

After a 2 month book slump, I FINISHED A BOOK! #animalfarm #georgeorwell #antibookslump

Haven‘t read a complete book in a long time now. Anyone have suggestions for getting out of a reading slump?

Been in a reading slump for awhile now. Trying to pull myself out of it. #theinventionofmurder #history #crime #bookslump

Just started this one yesterday. Already sucked in and hoping I‘ll love it since it‘s also out of my comfort zone.

Reposting the same picture since I spent my Sunday reading and finished this. I loved it! It pulled me out of my reading slump. I couldn‘t put it down. It‘s not a genre I normally read, but now I‘m wanting to expand my horizons and read more! I definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to read something different and has a bunch of strong female characters. Be spooked at your own risk!

Started this morning and about halfway through after being in a month-long reading slump. This isn‘t a genre I normally read, but I am sucked in. #thesundownmotel #simonestjames #bookslump #horror #paranormal #sunday

Happy birthday to me!!! I'm super excited to dive into this short story collection. I've been all over the place with my books recently.

Had a struggle getting into Adjustment Day, so I‘m going to try to digest it in smaller pieces. While browsing my bookcase, I remembered I had this older edition of Gone with the Wind that I picked up a couple years ago in NC. 1954 Perma Book edition. It was obviously well-loved before ending up in my hands. #gonewiththewind #margaretmitchell #classic #booktomovie #paperback

Had this book for a couple years and haven‘t touched it. Figured now is as good as a time as any to dive in, especially given the state of the US right now. Chuck Palahniuk is easily one of my favorite authors. Here we go...

“I remember tender spiderwebs. All violet, yellow, blue. It seems with one eye open, still all I see is you.” From Stockholm Syndrome Pt. 1