By Maria Orlandi
Sometimes reading a book just isn’t enough – in those times when you really need to revel in the beauty of a book cover, or in a perfectly organized bookshelf make your way over to Instagram. What better way to add a little more literature love into your life then by adding it to your social media! If you’re someone who can’t help but appreciate the beauty of books or are just looking for a little reading inspiration, then these Instagrams are for you!
What’s better than a selfie? Why, a bookshelfie of course! This Instagram will sprinkle your feed with images of the most beautiful bookshelves – some of them crowded with novels, others featuring cats, and some more organized than you even thought was possible. Without a doubt, this Instagram will make you go back to your own bookshelf and give it it’s own little photo shoot.
As C.S. Lewis famously said, “You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me.” And this Instagram clearly feels the same way. Booksandteacups_ features this perfect pairing in pictures that will make you feel calm and cozy and there’s always an accompanying inspirational quote to motivate you throughout the day.
3. _forevermint
Cherry, the creator of _forevermint, presents her followers with suggestions on what to read, little pops of colorful books on gloomy days and prompts followers to share their own reading lists and loves. This Instagram will give you new books to add on to your list and prompt you to share your own!
4. Booksugar
This Instagram is all the color and sugar you’ll need in your life! Booksugar poses books on cake stands and with ribbons. There’s no shortage to the vibrant colors in booksugar’s collection. (And if you’re looking for something a little more youthful, there’s the accompanying booksugarkids which features children’s books!)
If you’re a bookworm who loves to people watch then this is the Instagram for you. Hotdudesreading is pretty self-explanatory and will give you renewed faith in “hot dudes” and encourage you to get out there and start a literary romance of your own!
6. Bibliofeed
Bibliofeed is unique in the Instagram world because it features a new enthusiastic reader every week who presents their favorite books and ideas about literature before moving on to the next host. This Instagram is sure to introduce you to many more bibliophiles!
Mystery, intrigue, crime – all of this describes crimebythebook where you’ll find crime novels presented from all around the world. Crimebythebook offers plenty of suggestions and some serious fashion inspo too!
Ohthebookfeels isn’t just about the books, it’s also about the atmosphere they create for the reader. Books are paired with cute cafes and stunning skyline views in this Instagram – adding a little more adventure aesthetic to your bookfeed.
Books and memes may not be a traditional pairing but they’re definitely an exciting one! Total_book_nerd is what your inner fangirl needs – from the memes to the young adult novels. And you can even submit your own photos for a chance to be featured on the account!
10. And last but not least… Bookstr!
Bookstr’s Instagram account will give you reading suggestions, inspirational quotes by your favorite authors, and even book events happening online so everyone can join in! Check it out!