reading the hit or miss books tiktok is obsessed with ✨ fantasy romance

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today we are reading the romance fantasy genre that ive been seeing all over tiktok!
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- The serpent and the wings of night by Carissa Broadbent
- Bitterthorn by Kat Dunn
- Divine rivals by Rebecca Ross
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@hanng1242 Жыл бұрын

Years ago, I was in a Barnes & Noble and saw a section labeled "realistic romance" on an end shelf. I think it just meant "no vampires," but I really wish it was about a woman approaching her mid-thirties deciding to settle for a not-bad-looking, nice-enough guy with a decent job to marry before she got too old to have children (and to shut up her mother's nagging).

@TheBookLeo Жыл бұрын

lmao

@stephaniecrossman2864 Жыл бұрын

that’s just general fiction not romance at all

@s00005 Жыл бұрын

Irony aside, I hope you don’t force yourself in a life you don’t want just to be palatable to your parents or society. But if you want a book rec related to that i suggest Convenience Store Woman

@thewannabegamer9 Жыл бұрын

I think you would enjoy the book Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata. It’s the closest thing I’ve found to what you’re talking about.

@hanng1242 Жыл бұрын

@@thewannabegamer9 But that title sounds like it would not also cross over with the Woman in Period Costume Looking Away on the cover genre.

@jamierobbins8259 Жыл бұрын

One thing that might help with reading on a screen is having the background be black with white text! I know this has helped me with using an ereader :)

@TheBookLeo Жыл бұрын

great tip, thank you!

@Katherine-wc6jy Жыл бұрын

@@TheBookLeo you might want to try the pistachio color, I used beige for literal years but turns out the green one is much less straining for the eyes than black for me

@sweetForgiveness Жыл бұрын

I think its also a big diffrence if you read on an ipad or an ebook reader. I like to read on my reader but not on any other screen

@alliebrowning8875 Жыл бұрын

Yes! I do that, too! Depending on the screen size, I also really like using a sepia toned background with dark brown lettering. I use that for my mobile nook app and it has been helpful for my eyes if I’m reading at night

@nitzeart Жыл бұрын

For me using black is worse 😅 but using grey or beige for background helps with eye strain because there isn't so much contrast

@megthemouse Жыл бұрын

I think a lot of the criticism towards fantasy romance and romantasy is often due to the poor writing and/or glorified portrayals of toxic relationships that are quite common within the genre. Of course it’s not all like that though and it would be nice if people were more open to giving things a chance before dismissing them

@Chaotic_Pixie 11 ай бұрын

toxic relationships are way too common in romance and smut. If you transplant it to a trailer park, is it still appealing? No? It's toxic. Such a simple litmus test. It seems like to get a healthy relationship you have to read what I guess is called 'women's fiction' but then the steamy scenes are more alluded to than explicitly spelled out. But then you find books labeled romance that are clearly not of the smutty or even steamy variety... and because males can be pig-headed numpties.. when something is shelved in romance, they won't read it, even if they'd actually enjoy it because the book is witty with good writing and a brilliant plot and relatable characters.

@ejsmith7626 7 ай бұрын

Yeah and early sci fi romances that went heavy on the damseling and ravishing messed it over

@BookishAni Жыл бұрын

Romantasy is huge here in Germany, many people love that genre. I used to as well, but I'm in my 30s now and I realized more and more that I'm not that interested in reading about teens and characters in their early 20s anymore. I would love older protagonists, but can hardly find any. If someone here has recs, I'd be very thankful. 😊

@TheBookLeo Жыл бұрын

that's so interesting! here in the netherlands fantasy isn't popular at all, let alone romantasy :(

@sunrisesilence Жыл бұрын

It's so much I don't know how to find fantasy without romance 😅

@MJ-nm7fq Жыл бұрын

Terry Goodkind's Sword of Truth series is the closest think I can think of. The characters are more mature but still maintains the fun atmosphere of a fantasy world. While it's more on the fantasy side of romantasy, it's still an enjoyable read! The first one is The Wizard's First Rule and from what I can tell (aka a Google search), it's available in Germany. Hope this helps :)

@amyr3293 Жыл бұрын

Sword heart by T Kingfisher has an older protagonist, as does Outlander by Diana Gabaldon 😊

@virtualrealism_93 Жыл бұрын

@@TheBookLeo the ako at Leiden station always has a lot of fantasy on one of their English tables

@joya841 Жыл бұрын

I heard "A Far Wilder Magic" and "Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries" are great fantasy romance books!

@jitterbugg2 Жыл бұрын

i love a far wilder magic!

@liv3847 Жыл бұрын

Yes yes yes!! So good!

@wordsofalegend8228 Жыл бұрын

Omg a far Wilder magic was fucking stunning

@sukerbole2463 Жыл бұрын

Just bought the emily wilde book at a renfaire, can't wait to start it!

@addie3908 Жыл бұрын

I’ve read both and loved them! I liked Emily Wilde more, personally, mainly because Wendell gave off extreme Howl vibes (from Howl’s Moving Castle, the book more than the movie) but they were both really good!

@torialexander8754 Жыл бұрын

Rebecca Ross is an amazing author. Her duology A River Enchanted and A Fire Endless are absolutely incredible. I have never felt so many emotions so early into them. Please read these I know you would love them! ❤️

@elizabeards Жыл бұрын

Yes ^

@emmagill5511 Жыл бұрын

I completely agree! Love all these books and Divine Rivals😊

@VideogamesWorld93 Жыл бұрын

Leonie, I just wanted to say that your videos totally make my day. There’s nothing else more inspiring and relaxing than your content. Thank you.

@TheBookLeo Жыл бұрын

@SC-zg6iv Жыл бұрын

The "e ink" of a regular e-reader does make all the difference for your eyes :)

@mwont 5 ай бұрын

Inverting black and white colours helps a lot on tablet.

@wannie4474 Жыл бұрын

damn i am currently reading Divine Rivals and the way it was marketed made me assume it was just a fun, banter filled rivals to lovers. Well, boy I was so wrong and ended up sobbing through the whole book :)

@_avantika. 3 ай бұрын

It was so saddd 😭😭😭

@hornbeam7131 Жыл бұрын

I remember when people used to paint all fantasy as rubbish just because it was fantasy and not mainstream or 'real', so its a bit rich for fantasy readers to get snobby about any kind of sub-genre within fantasy. If the book describes itself accurately then you are free to read it or not, it may not be for you but that doesnt make it rubbish. I'm not much into romance writing but lots of people are and theres room for all tastes without throwing shade or hate.

@flippanties Жыл бұрын

Exactly! I'm a huge fantasy fan but not much into fantasy romance but that doesn't mean I write off the entire subgenre as bad! If people don't like the genre as a whole they can just...not read it. Hell, I felt tricked into reading Daughter of the Moon Goddess as its synopsis led me to believe it was adult fantasy and not the YA fantasy romance it turned out to be. I was extremely disappointed as I am simply not in the demographic for that, but that's a me problem and not a problem with the genre.

@dajtoad1 Жыл бұрын

Try changing the setting to dark (ie dark background, white text). A lot of people find it easier on the eyes. You can also change font and font size to see what makes your eyes most comfortable. A Kindle paper white also has less glare (as it’s specifically designed for purpose).

@CassieQuach. Жыл бұрын

Loved this! Also, i think my problem with a lot of the romance fantasy books that are hyped is that the writing itself is not very good. A lot of them just read as amature or cringey. So its not necessarily the romance or sex thats the problem but the writing skill that I personally dislike. Cannot wait to pick up Divine Rivals as it seems up my alley! ❤

@raradinevali 10 ай бұрын

you took the words right out of my mouth!

@Sarahxxxxxxx Жыл бұрын

I hated reading books on my iPad but once I got an actual kindle I love ebooks now. I think the one I got was only $100 but so worth it!

@marieescure1216 Жыл бұрын

All the youtubers that I usually watch and who generally prefer traditional high fantasy talk about fantasy romance like it's some kind of inferior fantasy, that isn't as well written, as profund etc, so when I tried it myself I had very low expectations and was just willing to enjoy a good shallow romance book in an unimportant fantasy world. I was shocked to discover how there were actually all the traditionnal elements of fantasy (high stakes, complex magic system and worldbuilding, very dark and serious topics being discussed) very well managed and written, but with more romance than usual which is perfect for me.

@chrissyosozzy6465 4 ай бұрын

This sounds just like my experience. Do you have any recommendations:))

@KMort Жыл бұрын

Am I interested in this genre at all? No. Yet, I pull up for the vibes👀

@TheBookLeo Жыл бұрын

always for the vibes

@jmsl910 Жыл бұрын

💯%!!!

@jmsl910 Жыл бұрын

@MarlonMorenoPayestoo funny🤍

@kayla6413 11 ай бұрын

Divine Rivals is one of my favorite reads of the year 💖 Everything about it made me swoon

@saffronivy8119 Жыл бұрын

Bitterthorn and Divine Rivals were such wonderful reads for me, simple, enjoyable and made me happy ❤ (also FMC with actual interests which is sorely lacking in so many fantasy books)

@tsukishima-i-guess 10 ай бұрын

bitterthorn is my favourite book- it's literally SO GOOD

@saffronivy8119 10 ай бұрын

@jasjasrarajuanta3774 yes! Definitely one I will re-read

@sarahfrankle3432 Жыл бұрын

It should be illegal to be this cute. The vibes are the best. The editing and b-roll are so cozy. Ugh I just love it.

@janna7756 Жыл бұрын

I haven’t finished watching yet, but I totally agree that serpent and wings is the perfect balance of fantasy and romance. Loved it.

@daydream5120 11 ай бұрын

Planning to read it one day as it seems right up my alley

@ninaklt2682 Жыл бұрын

Reading hands free truely is a life changing experience! 💥 I had the same revelation last year when I got my tablet. Especially for me it's in the night time, before going to sleep. Not having to physically hold my arms up and not needing to put the light on is a game changer for me

@tragicsimmer Жыл бұрын

Since I got my kindle in 2019 physical books were never the same. I hate reading on my phone or iPad but reading on the kindle is perfection to me

@Starlight_60562 Жыл бұрын

Is it possible sharing PDF files from phone to kindle???

@tragicsimmer Жыл бұрын

@@Starlight_60562 yep. your kindle has an email that if you send files to it, it'll send them to your kindle. you can also convert pdfs and epubs to mobi to make them better for the kindle by using the word 'convert' as the email subject

@metalcandycanechild Жыл бұрын

I have a Kobo e-reader and love it! It isn’t backlit, so it actually looks like you’re just reading off a page. Also I’ve had mine for almost 11 years and it has never given me problems! Of course I prefer reading physical books, but my Kobo has always been there for me.

@aleksandraa2002 11 ай бұрын

Wow. I totally agree with what you said at the end ! I can't stand it when people bash any kind of romance books. Or judge people for what they read and what they enjoy. And you're so good with words! I love how you tell your opinion without disrespecting others. So thank you 💗 I love your videos and I think you're such a great person. You're so cool and inspiring without even trying 🥹

@rachelmoreau9576 Жыл бұрын

I don’t usually comment but I have been watching your videos for a little while now. I absolutely ADORE the editing in this one. Something about getting the insight into your summer days mixed with super peaceful literature reviews it’s just 10/10 - hope it cools off for you soon! Thank you for sharing your peacefulness with us

@acidstrip 6 ай бұрын

Rebecca Ross was the first author I came to love forever I read her debut book and duology (the queen’s rising) and I cried in both books and have about half of her releases she is very talented and skilled

@ashutoshdas7574 Жыл бұрын

i love the way leo is so bubbly and expresses in a dramatic way. i love that about you. keep going.

@pendragon2012 Жыл бұрын

Good to see you back! Always a pleasure to hear your thoughts! Hope your week is going well, Leonie!

@kireiynnight5961 3 күн бұрын

I'm a bit late here, but I'm so happy to here you talk about Carissa in a positive light. She's become one of my new favorite authors.

@elessar8057 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are always so cozy and comforting

@normmansor1313 Жыл бұрын

I've spent the last decade reading from devices. Started with PDF books and later through eBooks. Takes getting used to.

@stormblessed3139 Жыл бұрын

I bought my kindle for economic reasons four years ago and now I feel more comfortable reading ebooks than physical books :)

@seles8640 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your content Leoni, it actually has motivated to get back into reading books! keep doing what you do!

@thecozybimbo 11 ай бұрын

i also love the highlighting feature on kindle it makes it feel like an interactive experience!!

@aunalogy Жыл бұрын

omg. this couldn't get any better. i missed your reading vlogs like this. your videos always puts me in a good mood. 💛

@kavehsankles Жыл бұрын

I'm not a big romance reader but I love fantasy and I love it when a romance sneaks up on me and gets me really invested. I just read Keeper of Enchanted Rooms which has a very sweet very slowburn romance and I loved it! The focus is more on the fantasy aspects, but I liked the balance between the two

@elizabook 11 ай бұрын

You can get croissants in a can!? That is not a thing in Australia. My jaw hit the floor - I want to try that. 🤩😆

@fallisdying2077 2 ай бұрын

your editing and filming style is absolutely everything!

@momentmemos Жыл бұрын

The first book sounds like the author took all my fave tropes and put them into one book IM SO EXCITED TO READ IT thank you for this video

@svnriseblvd Жыл бұрын

Getting an e-reader was my best decision ever tbh! I find it so much easier to hold and it's less heavy in bags. It also made me able to read so much more books. I have the Kobo Clara HD which has been working great for me these last 2 years!

@luanaduarte5247 2 ай бұрын

Divine rivals is amazing, I felt the war part very hard! It was like I was there with them.. the serpent it’s ok but the second made me hate everything jdbdhsbshshd I didn’t even finished, maybe one day.

@oli.9668 Жыл бұрын

Leonie! I wasn’t an e-book person until recently. I have Kindle on my iPad too but I found that matte/paper-like screen protector helps A LOT! I also set the colour of the paper on my Kindle app to green. Feel much more friendly to my eyes!

@sofiatsolova1275 6 ай бұрын

I immediately thought of "Sorcery of Thorns" When you talked about a magic system that is living and breathing and specific to the book. That one actually has such an original magic system that actually Takes from the user and is not some easy free-for-all thing that characters can easily access. I loved that. The book in general is great and I recommend it! Loved the characters

@giorgia.m 7 ай бұрын

Just wanted to add that the white and blue dress you wore is gorgeous and suits you so perfectly!!!

@morph3e8 Жыл бұрын

Queen Léonie feeding us with content !

@lu__libros5015 Жыл бұрын

I am glad you are reading Rebecca Ross ❤ her books are amazing in the world bulding even tho not very complex and so atmosferic 😍

@chriscze6153 Жыл бұрын

This is a good video for someone like me to watch - I'm not a big fantasy or romance reader, I just enjoy Leonie as a content creator, but I have enjoyed fantasy and romance books in the recent past, but I've noticed that I really don't enjoy spice or sex in books or movies, and it seems to be a staple of romance, so I tend to steer clear. I think the end to this video shows a great line between not enjoying something and then criticizing others for liking what they like - I'm very glad people enjoy smutty romance books, and I never thought from the angle of women being able to express their sexuality through that lens. Thanks for the perspective Leonie and great video as usual!

@ashlynhope5412 Жыл бұрын

i’ve been waiting for thisssss

@emilyf4178 8 ай бұрын

Carissa Broadbent has another series called The War of Lost Hearts and it’s soooooo good and surprising. Slow burn done so well with so many good plot twists

@Wjyndigo 3 ай бұрын

You inspired me to order Bitterthorn. I am usually interested in M/M romance but this book has caught my interest. Great video!

@caithenry8429 Жыл бұрын

Really liked having my class texts on the ebook since it made note taking so simple and convenient, but alas, I'm 90% sure I lost it in an airport five years ago

@aeolia80 Жыл бұрын

when it comes to e-reading, I switched completely to night mode and that has helped a LOT, even in the day time

@sfyqahz Жыл бұрын

I've been an e-reader since January and it's a great experience especially the dark mode option! reading at night isn't a problem for me anymore :)

@sunflowercreations3879 Жыл бұрын

Leonie's videos are such a vibe

@gemssecretdiary9145 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos ❤️ I really enjoy watching these! I can’t wait to read these

@shelbywebbs13 Жыл бұрын

I know it’s sold out everywhere but Fourth Wing is so gooooood

@sfs2040 8 ай бұрын

Devine Rivals was like Fantasy You Got Mail only not kinda crap. It was incredibly good and I can't wait for the sequel

@marietaghazaryan9138 Жыл бұрын

I would definitely recommend getting an ebook, I’ve had my kindle for 7 years and it still works really well, at this point I think those things are indestructible. I also find that I read much faster on an ebook than a physical book and it’s also much easier if you like reading laying down or in the dark, which I’m definitely guilty of.

@abbykadabby418 11 ай бұрын

Hi! I love your content. I studied abroad in Utrecht for 6 months and The Netherlands became one of my favorite places in the world :) I love seeing your walks around town. It helps me live vicariously! :)

@malihar7 9 ай бұрын

I got into ebooks recently and it took me a little while to get into them, but when I did, game changer! so yes, veryy relatable

@ochoheido Жыл бұрын

I recently got very into ebooks myself. I was always an old-school physical books person, but I'm really enjoying the ease and convenience of ebooks! I bought a Kobo Libra 2 (because I don't like supporting Amazon much either) and I LOVE it. It's even waterproof and I can borrow library books right from it.

@marieescure1216 Жыл бұрын

I read Bitterthorn because of this video and I loved it, thank you for recommending it!

@t.r.a7350 Жыл бұрын

Getting an kindle was absolutely life changing and I can definitely say I read more with my kindle. The portability was extremely convenient. I used to read on my iPad but had the same issue of eye strain. I definitely would suggest getting a kindle for the portability and convenience. But whatever works best works for you!

@josie2412 6 ай бұрын

i read Bitterthorn after i watched this video and i am so so so glad i did... I loved it so much. And i just brough a copy for a friend for Christmas... It is just cosy and beautiful and sweet.

@RoisinsReading 11 ай бұрын

I love your editing in this vlog

@jaell2496 Жыл бұрын

I love my ebook reader (kobo) I make the text super big and I read way faster that way! I never liked reading on my ipad because the light is too harsh.

@Victoria-dh9vb Жыл бұрын

I find turning the contrast down on the screen, or turning on the eye comfort shield can help a lot.

@mint7261 Жыл бұрын

I love the Howl earrings !!

@hannahwest4143 Жыл бұрын

The e-reader has been the best for my eyes but I also wanted to mention that you can buy screen protectors for the iPad that help with eye strain. I make art on the iPad and it’s made a huge difference! Also, I’ve been cycling through fantasy romances and couldn’t find one I could get into. These are great recommendations! Thank you 🤍

@wos9178 9 ай бұрын

Whatching these videos gives me the same feeling as shopping for school supplies. It's very nice 📚

@totticosta2977 Жыл бұрын

You're my comfort channel. I had to pause the video to light the fireplace and make coffee. you're good for my moral it's what im trying to say

@aquietreality 11 ай бұрын

Hey Leonie, I just wanted to quickly mention that switching out your screen settings to dark mode helps with brightness and eye strain. I use the kindle app on my phone and iPad, and switching to white text on a black background makes for a much more pleasant reading experience. 🥰

@JujuMNB 11 ай бұрын

I had to come back to this video to say a big big thank you Leonie for The Serpent and the Wings of Night! What a book, this is why I love this community, your videos, and above all your recommandations. This was an amazing read and I don’t even like vampires stories. A 2hours flight delay never went so fast in my life thanks to this book !

@TheBookLeo 11 ай бұрын

love this!!!

@GlitterBug Жыл бұрын

Love this video! Also, side note, with the croissant rolls, at least here in the US, if you peel off the wrapping and bang the tube on the counter, it will open!

@annalassila4634 Жыл бұрын

I read bitterthorn recently and loved it. Very happy I bought the pretty illumicrate version

@virtualrealism_93 Жыл бұрын

Was just thinking that I could really use one of your videos, just in time to watch before bed❤

@chasingnirvana4671 Жыл бұрын

OMG i am so early today. I love your content a lot Leonnie. You are one of my favorite KZfaqrs. I wish you nothing but the best! Sending you so much love from Nepal!

@Liriodelagua Жыл бұрын

I liked your earrings, the shots outside, the flowers, all very nice and comforting.

@cubitum-eamus Жыл бұрын

getting this notification quite literally made my evening

@rachelzimmermann8249 Жыл бұрын

If you like Carrisa Broadbents writing you MUST read her other serious “daughter of no worlds” it is sooo good as well!

@lisebouwsema5217 8 ай бұрын

Ohhh, ik dacht ook dat ik nooit fan zou worden van een e-reader, maar kan nu echt niet meer zonder! Het is zó handzaam en zoveel boeken binnen handbereik! Toch wel echt een absolute aanrader

@souths.5065 Жыл бұрын

I made the switch to mostly reading ebooks a few years ago and it's been great! One thing I don't see anybody mentioning is the ability to check out books from your local library much more easily!! :) I'm in America I use an app called Libby where I just gave it my local library card and I'm able to borrow from a really huge catalog of books. Popular books can have a 2-3 month wait time but most other stuff is available either right away or within 2 weeks for me. Also, +1 on reading white text on a dark background, I find that it helps immensely when trying to prevent eyestrain.

@lw2903 Жыл бұрын

Ive gotten to the point where I get bored if theres no romance 😭 ill read any genre but there HAS to be romance or i just cant get invested lmaoo 😅

@thevintageplaylist7191 Жыл бұрын

SAME

@strawberryorange3755 5 ай бұрын

I absolutely hate romance, except when it is in fantasy.

@daydream5120 11 ай бұрын

I really like your vibe and aesthetic. You are living my dream!

@aangelbby Жыл бұрын

also reading divine rivals right now! i love it so far

@martharamirezdelacruz5106 5 ай бұрын

Have you read reverse harem trope in romance books. You can find many Amazon kindle books exploring this, which is refreshing because normally when a threesome or foursome scenario is explored is always to please the man/boyfriend/husband but in these romances, the female protagonist decides to be with multiple men. Sometimes, they fall in love; sometimes, it is just for the sex.

@DeyaViews Жыл бұрын

As soon as you started talking about Bitterthorn I thought to myself "is this the first fantasy romance book I will buy??" For years there were things I didn't like about romance as a genre, but only recently did I discover... I actually LOVE romance... if it's sapphic! Two women! And on top of that, the whole gothic fantasy setting and the duke's daughter and witch setup really resonates with me. It might not become a favourite for me either, but it sounds like it has a lot of notes that will at least make it a very very enjoyable read for me. (:

@sophieschut9674 Жыл бұрын

the top you're wearing is so nice :0

@hayleyb.2648 11 ай бұрын

If you’re looking for a good romantasy give the All Souls trilogy a try. It’s a relatively healthy relationship (coming from someone who stays away from romance because of the toxic relationships). It follows a witch who accidentally finds this long lost, and highly sought after book. She meets a vampire who is after the book, and he decides to protect her from the other creatures after the book. The witch is in her thirties I believe, so that’s a plus. Edit to add the female protagonist is also a strong female character with agency.

@cifge_404 Жыл бұрын

Love the chill Lost Woods remix outro

@alicia-from-brazil 11 ай бұрын

this video was so cozy

@melinaouzouni6151 Жыл бұрын

I just finished divine rivals.. It's indeed a truly beautiful story!

@phereinphonon Жыл бұрын

Leonie saying about Bitterthorn "why do I tell myself that I'm only allowed to read these specific types of book that I really love during one part of the year" is literally me a few weeks back when I picked up Belladonna and just went for it. And I had an amazing time! Don't gatekeep yourself, all. P.S. Leonie, I think Belladonna would be right up your alley!

@TheBookLeo Жыл бұрын

yes i want to read belladonna too!

@catsandbats77 10 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed Belladonna and am looking forward to the sequel releasing soon.

@NinjaTherapist Жыл бұрын

Have you ever read any Juliet Marillier? It's sort of historical/folkloric fiction, usually set in Ireland, and always contains a romance plot but also politics and complex family relationships and often some kind of quest. I think the best is the series which starts with Daughter of the Forest.

@HarvestLockwood Жыл бұрын

My favorite fantasy romance book is Radiance, by Grace Draven. I will recommend that book all day every day.

@devingaither6954 11 ай бұрын

Yes! Love Radiance!

@nitzeart Жыл бұрын

I read a lot of ebooks because sometimes it's hard to get books in the original languages in my country (or any books for that matter). It's very portable and you can even read lying down ocmpletely. And you can anotate so easily! It has its perks even though I also love physical books. Just take breaks every hour when reading from screens! Well, you should also take breaks when reading normal books. Just 5-20 mins doing something else, watching something far away the better. And use a soft green, beige or grey background when reading instead of white. It really helps with eye strain and even to read faster because it lowers the contrast between the background and the words. (For me a black baclground doesn't help because the letters get muddled.)

@hayleyemma7953 Жыл бұрын

Reading from an e-reader feels a lot better than reading from a regular screen! Regular screens used to hurt my eyes too. I got a Kobo and I LOVE it. I opted for that over kindle as Kobo is less "locked in"

@kallistoindrani5689 Жыл бұрын

oh man, reading an ebook on an Ipad is true dedication! Seriously, it was so bad for my eyes, once I had an ereader a whole new world opened up for me. I still read 'book books' but when it's book with like 700 or 1000 pages it's just so much easier on an ereader.

@jmsl910 Жыл бұрын

yup

@ashloves2 Жыл бұрын

Oh I'm early so excited to read the recommendations✨✨

@PistachioGold 11 ай бұрын

12:57 OMG NO WAYYYY !!!! I lived in that city when I went to uni there 😢😢😢 how nostalgic!!! How did I notice anything in previous videos 😅 I also appreciate the heat updates 😂 I live I Turkey so I'm glad not to suffer alone.