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I'm A WIP: Reading Vlog

I’m A WIP: Reading Vlog 2/2025 #blackhistory

Today I’m sharing some of my reading journey. I released it a few days early to the members of my Patreon community, whether free or paid, along with some exclusive content in the form of my series, Have U Seen This? Now video below is public for the world to see. I hope you enjoy it.

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See all my book reviews on YouTube or (Goodreads, Amazon, BookBub)

Here are links to the books featured in the video.
Girl of Flesh and Metal
Amazon | Bookshop

Black Girl Rising
Amazon | Bookshop

The Secret Library
Amazon | Bookshop

Ellie Engle Saves Herself
Amazon | Bookshop

Wielder’s Curse
Amazon | Bookshop

Built of Secrets
Amazon | Bookshop

American Sign Language for Kids…
Amazon

The Monkey King
Amazon

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On a slightly different note, people often ask me about the different materials and fabrics that I use to pull up my hair in these videos. Well, news flash- most of the time they are neck gaiters. Seriously, I’m not joking. 🤗

My latest set comes from UNCO. When offered a chance to spread the word and receive a commission, I jumped on it. So, I hope you’ll check them out. I’d love to see you wearing them around your neck or in your hair. I’m also here if you need tips for your hair. 😉

🧣 UNCO Neck Gaiters – 50% Commission for Creators! 🧣

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Bookish & Branded Merch

Bookish Love Triange hoodie featured.

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The stickers and other accessories can be found at Redbubble.

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Book Club Books

What I #read in Feb. ’23 & what I #amreading!

Today the IWSG Book Club launches our March discussion about what we are reading. It doesn’t have to be a book club selection just something you are excited about. Let’s all share what we are reading, and perhaps, we’ll find something to add to our own TBR lists. Click this link to go straight to the discussion. I’m currently reading Spiral of Hooves & In Darkness: The Vampire.

This post contains affiliate links. If you click through to make a purchase, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Any amount I make goes towards my dream to host a book fair in Hampton Roads, VA. Please see my About page for more details. Thank you for your support.

In February 2023, I completed 5 titles. My goal was 3. Two of the publications I read were novelettes in a series and one book I previously DNFed. I read through the first part very quickly to get caught up to where I originally left off. So far, I’m going well with my Goodreads Challenge.

2023 Reading Challenge

2023 Reading Challenge
Toi has
read 2 books toward
her goal of
36 books.
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 Below you’ll find my star ratings and review tags for each title I completed in the indicated month. You can also click the images to see the thorough reviews. There may even be a video for you to watch below, but I make no promises.

Rating: 4.0 – Review | Amazon

Rating: 5.0 – Review | Amazon | Bookshop

Rating: 4.0 – Review | Amazon | Bookshop

Rating: 4.0 – Review | Amazon

Rating 3.0 – Review | Amazon

Check out my Goodreads Wrap-Up video or watch my Book Review video below (I elaborate on the public reviews I’ve posted).

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IWSG BOOK CLUB THEME CHALLENGE

#iwsgbookclub

This a voluntary monthly challenge, just for fun. Click this image to try the challenge.

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So tell me, what are you currently reading?
Did you read anything interesting in February?
Are you going to try the March theme challenge?

Thank you for making it this far down the virtual page. Kudos to you! I’d love to know what you thought of this post in the comments below. Stay safe and be blessed.

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Book Club Books

#iwsgbookclub Oct. 2022 Poll & What I #read in Sept.

Please join the IWSG Book Club today on Goodreads for a short general poll. Aside from spotlighting two IWSG member books each month, we also want to engage in bookish whimsy and encourage others to have a healthy reading lifestyle. You don’t have to be reading or have read the 2 current featured books to be able to participate in this poll, so please, join in the festivities. Click the image below to see our fun poll. This month the topic is about audiobooks.

In Sept 2022, I read 4 titles, but only finished three. This month I will be focusing on lighter, silly, and fun reads.

2022 Reading Challenge

2022 Reading Challenge
Toi has
read 2 books toward
her goal of
60 books.
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 Below you’ll find my star ratings and review blurbs for each title I completed in the indicated month. If you have not signed up for my newsletter, please consider doing so. That’s where I post an overview of what I’ve been reading, watching, and writing quarterly, as well as talk about my love of reading while offering tips for having a healthy reading lifestyle. You can also click the Goodreads links to see the thorough reviews. At the bottom of this post, you’ll also be able to watch a video of my monthly reviews, if that’s more your style.

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4-stars

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5-star

Review

So, did you read any good books in Sept. or did you try either of the IWSG Book Club Books?

What did you think of the ones I read? Any recommendations?

Thank you for taking the time to read this post. If you like it let me know and share it with others. See you next time, Toi Thomas. #thetoiboxofwords #blacklivesmatter