I’ve been blogging for a while, which is is why it’s strange to admit this is the first time I’m writing a nominations post. Makes me feel old! But I’m so happy I had the chance to finally participate in this.
May from Forever and Everly is hosting the awards, so go check it out, because it’s a great way to spread some love and give our friends some well-deserved kudos for being awesome in our community. These are people that to me, have gone above and beyond, stand out and are a positive influence to all who interact with them.
[alert type=”info” close=”false”]Do note that this list doesn’t include all categories, so make sure to check May’s original post if you’re planning to post your own![/alert]
Best of book blogging
Best Book Reviews
When I see a book I want to be convinced to read, I go to the Star-crossed Book Blog‘s gals, Jen, Chelsea, Arielle and Cassie. I don’t know what it is about the reviews, but I get exactly what I need from them. Usually, when I want a review before reading a book, I want it to be short, but obviously, I want to be able to feel how much the blogger enjoyed the book, so that I can get excited too. I think they have this on point!
Best Book Recommendations
The Bibliotheque is my go-to blogger for romance book recommendations. Lately I’ve discovered so many faves thanks to her. She has such an incredible taste in books, but it doesn’t hurt her bookstagram is on point as well, and that her style makes books look even better on her feed!
Best Discussion Posts
I’d like to nominate Ilsa @ A Whisper of Ink because every time I visit her blog there’s some really insightful discussion going on that I either read in the moment or save for later because it makes me that curious to know her thoughts about the subject. I love that the topics are so unique, always bringing up conversations few had considered before.
Also, I just had to mention May @ Forever and Everly. She writes really long posts, but I love her content because each word contributes to the points she makes. A lot of her posts are very useful and bring people together to interact.
Best Blog Aesthetic
I absolutely adore Cristina @ Girl in the Pages‘ aesthetic. It’s so pretty and elegant, with that exact shade of blue she uses. The header then brings it all together and the result is one cohesive style that I love seeing whenever I visit her blog.
Best Blogging/Writing Voice
Cait @ Paper Fury, without a doubt. Her voice is entirely hers and you could read any post she publishes and it’ll always bring a smile to your face because it’s that entertaining! Her personality is golden and it shines through in her writing.
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Miscellaneous
Best Social Media Influencer
I’d like to nominate the girls at The Reader and the Chef , because I really admire their whole blogging journey. Many times their pictures and reviews have persuaded me to pick up a book. Have you seen the chef’s creations? They’re amazing! Besides, with the creation of MTMC Tours, more international folks have had the opportunity to participate in promoting the books they love, and that’s awesome.
Friendliest Member of the Community
I was saving this one for someone who I have come to consider a friend, and that is Marie from Drizzle and Hurricane Books (you’re going to win either this one or most engaged, you’re awesome!). She is super engaged, but I decided to nominate her for friendlest member because while I know blog-hopping and interacting is exhausting, she’s relentlessly kind and friendly. She takes an interest in what you’re up to and it’s so easy to begin conversations with her, wherever it happens. It can be on your blog, her blog, someone else’s blog! She always makes you feel welcome and appreciated!
Best at Promoting Diverse Books
There are many incredible bloggers who came to my mind, but I’m nominating Fadwa from Word Wonders because I love how she goes about promoting not just diverse books, but the diversity and inclusion conversation as well. Her #DiverseBloggersDiscuss feature is amazing and I try to always check back and read those posts. It’s a wonderful initiative!
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don’t know how i just discovered YOUR BEAUTIFUL BLOG just now…but uh i’m in AWE. it’s so prettyyyy. ALSO thanks for nominating me i might just be screaming and smiling!!!! this is the best thing ever thank u <3
I really appreciate that, thank you so much! ♥ No problem, I love your content and wish you best of luck! Reading others’ posts I’ve discovered so many new blogs, so you’re not the only one discovering some blogs for the first time!
Oh Pam 😭 I’m honored to be here, thank you so much for thinking of me, you are way, way too sweet and it’s always my pleasure to read your incredible blog posts and chat with you, you are amazing and I’m forever grateful to have met you 😭 Thank you so, so much for your sweet words, they brightened my day so much, thank you ahh <3 <3 I love love love all of these bloggers you mentioned so much! <3
Marie @ Drizzle & Hurricane Books recently posted this awesome thing…Bullet Point Review: The Undoing of Thistle Tate, Katelyn Detweiler
We’re surrounded by awesome people! And you totally deserve the love! I’m so glad I discovered your blog and met you too! ♥ Hope you’re having a great day!
A hundred times YES to Marie for friendliest blogger–she’s so lovely <3
PAMELA!!!! Thank you so much for, first of all, participating in the awards (and also writing such nice things for everyone) 💕 I 100% agree that Marie is amazing, and all her interaction takes so much work, but she is just a kind and friendly person at her core 💖 And second of all, thank you for nominating ME for something!! It means so so much to me (and I promise I’ll try to write shorter posts 😅) Thank you so much again, Pamela!!
May @ Forever and Everly recently posted this awesome thing…4 Things You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty For or Beat Yourself Up Over as a Book Blogger (Coming From Personal Experience!)
No! Don’t change at all! I think I love your longer posts most of all! I can’t even begin to imagine how much work and love goes into them. You deserve the nomination♥ Can’t wait for voting to begin!