Bookstagram changed everything...our TBRs, our expectations, even how we choose what to read.

In this episode of Two Girls, One TBR, Rebecca and Heather talk honestly about how joining Bookstagram transformed their reading lives: exploding TBR lists, the pressure of ratings and algorithms, judging books by their covers (yes, we admit it), fandom wars, and the slow journey back to reading for joy instead of validation.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed by book culture...but still loves the magic of reading.

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Chapters00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage00:05 The Impact of Bookstagram on Reading Habits03:32 Expectations and Ratings in Reading07:25 The Role of Book Covers and Reviews11:10 Purchasing Books: Then and Now15:06 Reading at Your Own Pace16:14 Navigating Reading Pressures18:36 The Impact of Social Media on Reading21:18 Bookstagram Dynamics and Community22:31 Judging Books: A Shift in Perspective24:37 Understanding Book Drama and Fandoms26:20 Theories and Speculations in Reading30:45 Rediscovering Joy in Reading33:43 Physical vs. Digital Books: A Generational Shift34:41 Exploring Aesthetic Preferences in Book Decor37:23 Embracing Personal Style and Identity39:19 Finding Community Through Books42:08 The Evolution of Book Culture and Personal Reading Habits50:36 Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Community Engagement52:44 Outro