Whimsical Etsy Planters That’ll Make Your Plants the Main Character
Looking for fun and quirky plant pots? These 5 handmade mini planters from Etsy’s Coconut Studio Pottery are perfect for succulents, cuttings, and gifts. Small, unique, and totally chaotic in the best way.
5 Unique Etsy Bookmarks That’ll Make You Want to Read Just to Use Them
Looking for the perfect bookish gift or a little something for yourself? These 5 handmade Etsy bookmarks are fun, quirky, and totally reader-approved. Spoiler: one of them looks like a Disney VHS tape.
Junji Ito’s Remina: The Planet is the Villain?!
Remina is chaos incarnate. The premise? A planet named after a girl appears and starts heading for Earth, then all hell breaks loose. This one reads like a fever dream, leaning more action-disaster than psychological horror. If you’re looking for subtlety, keep walking. If you’re down for cosmic panic, mob rage, and a heroine just trying to not die, buckle in.
Junji Ito’s Deserter: A Cabinet of Creeps
Deserter isn’t just a manga, it’s a time capsule of Junji Ito’s earlier horror work, packed with short stories that range from “mildly cursed” to “I’ll never sleep again.” This collection is best for readers who want bite-sized, classic Ito weirdness with plenty of haunted boys, obsessive love, and unsettling what-the-hell moments. It’s uneven, but that’s the charm, some stories hit you in the throat, others just vibe.
Why Every Book Lover Needs a Reading Tracker Journal
Not sure what to read next? Or constantly forgetting your favorite book quotes? A reading tracker journal might just be the bookish sidekick you never knew you needed.
5 Adorable Dog Bandanas from Etsy That Deserve a Spot on Your Pup’s Instagram
Looking for the cutest dog bandanas on Etsy? These 5 handmade designs from Stellaloo are soft, stylish, and perfect for pups who love attention. Snap closures, embroidered details, and cozy vibes included.
The Drama of Watering Plants (and the Cutest Way to Avoid Murdering Them)
If you’ve ever looked at a wilting plant and thought, “I just watered you yesterday, drama queen”, welcome. You’re in the right place. Watering plants seems simple until it’s not, and if you’ve ever been betrayed by soggy roots or crispy leaves, I have one word for you: worm. Trust me.
5 Bookish Subscription Boxes That’ll Make You Ditch Your TBR Guilt
If you’re looking for the perfect bookish subscription box, here are 5 cozy Cratejoy picks that deliver more than just books, they’re a whole vibe. From tea and crystals to romance reads and bubble baths, your next self-care night is one click away.
Cozy Wall Art for People Who Speak to Their Plants
Looking to add cozy plant vibes to your space? These 5 wall art pieces from Etsy are perfect for plant lovers, featuring moss, botanicals, and leafy textures that make your home feel like a greenhouse retreat.
Book Tropes I Will Defend With My Whole Chest
Some tropes are timeless. Others are trash. But the ones I love? I’ll re-read them forever, judge anyone who doesn’t like them, and probably design stickers about them. Here are my top favorites (and a few I hate but secretly enjoy anyway).
5 Dreamy Smoky Mountain Cabins That Feel Like a Bookish Retreat Come to Life
Calling all readers, introverts, and mountain-loving cottagecore souls: these cozy VRBO cabins near Great Smoky Mountains National Park are straight out of your favorite escapist novel. I even paired each one with the perfect book to read while you’re there. Your next cozy getaway? Basically planned.
Peachy Iced Fizz Mocktail
This sparkling peach mocktail is the perfect drink for summer reading days, whether you’re flipping through manga or just soaking up the vibes. It’s light, fizzy, and refreshingly sweet with just a hint of lime, making it ideal for sunny afternoons and bookish escapes.
Which Book Trope Are You Based on Your Zodiac Sign?
Ever wonder what book trope matches your zodiac sign’s chaotic little soul? Whether you’re a hopeless romantic Pisces or a scheming Scorpio, this post pairs each sign with a perfectly unhinged, swoon-worthy, or emotionally damaging trope. From enemies to lovers to tragic found families, discover which book plot you were cosmically destined to sob over.
Warning: Accuracy may feel like a personal attack.
No Longer Human
No Longer Human is Junji Ito’s haunting adaptation of Osamu Dazai’s iconic novel, and it’s one of the darkest psychological manga I’ve ever read. If you’re looking for horror that crawls under your skin emotionally instead of physically, this might just be the most disturbing book on your shelf.
Mimi’s Tales of Terror
Junji Ito’s Mimi’s Tales of Terror is a collection of eerie short stories that feel like urban legends brought to life. With soft horror and bite-sized scares, this manga is perfect for readers looking for chills without the gore. Here’s my spoiler-free review and why it might be your next spooky comfort read.
May Mood Board: Tomie
Dark, beautiful, and completely unkillable—this May mood board is inspired by Tomie by Junji Ito. Dive into a haunting blend of eerie elegance, crimson glam, and horror-fueled femininity. If you’ve ever been fascinated by the aesthetics of obsession and the power of beauty, this one’s for you.
Brown Butter Sea Salt Rice Krispie Treats (a Fancy Twist on a Classic)
A quick, elevated twist on a childhood favorite! Brown butter, sea salt, and gooey marshmallows make these the best Rice Krispie treats ever.
Free Aesthetic “Currently Reading” Templates for Book Lovers
Looking for aesthetic “Currently Reading” Canva templates? These free reading trackers are perfect for book lovers who want to show off their TBR, monthly reads, or spicy book obsessions in style. Click to customize and save your faves!
What Your Favorite Book Trope Says About You
Enemies to lovers? Found family? Grumpy x sunshine? Your favorite book trope says a lot about you, maybe too much. Here’s what your go-to trope reveals about your personality (and your emotional stability).
What Kind of Fictional Man Do You Secretly (or Not So Secretly) Simp For?
What kind of fictional man are you hopelessly simping for? Brooding antihero? Sunshine himbo? Cinnamon roll with a dark side? Take this unhinged quiz to find out your fictional type, and yes, you will feel called out.