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Movie Worthy Books That Are Overlooked Too Often

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As a girly who actively sees movies playing in her head when she reads I decided to make a list of all the works that SHOULD be actual films. If saying I give them all of my heart doesn't do it justice then let the worlds, the characters and the sto...
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Movie Worthy! : Children's Books

I consider the books in this category to be filled with: Adventure, Warmth & Childlike Wonder

 
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A walk through of a child's journey through grief, acceptance and love. Truly a heart in your hands tale.
The Many Worlds of Albie Bright
 
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Take Harry Potter, make the children not all human, add in a few life lessons, sprinkle a witty care taker and maybe a she-gnome? And you'll have a great time!
The House in the Cerulean Sea book by T.J. Klune
 
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These books read like an action movie. They are super imersive and explain the mythology super well!
Kane Chronicles

Romance Stories Worth Knowing

These are wholesome lovely stories with rich worlds that you can lose yourself in. 

 
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This book is an absolute love letter to Rom-Coms & Book Worms. It is perfectly witty, sassy and full of heart. 12/10!
Book Lovers
 
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Imagine a Hallmark Christmas Movie done better. Ta-da! But for real, its cheesy but like, the right kind of cheesy, y'know?
The Mistletoe Motive: A Holiday Novella
 
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What would happen if a wise genie fell in love with her lamp holder? It is such a heart warming and action driven story.
The Forbidden Wish book by Jessica Khoury
 
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This is 10/10 cozy, end of summer, cooling weather, small town vibes! This is the first one I picked up & can't wait to read the rest of the series! 😍
The Cinnamon Bun Book Store
 
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This book is THE fall read. Perfectly cozy & witty. Its very Lorelai Gilmore (but not nearly as annoying) and Luke fall in love!!
The Pumpkin Spice Café (Deluxe Edition) (Dream Harbor, Book 1) (Special edition) (Hardcover)
 
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I will always recomend any book from the Dream Harbor series. They are all their own perfectly cheesy stories!
The Gingerbread Bakery Walmart Exclusive Edition (Paperback)
 
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This series is everything you wish Hallmark movies were. Including the perfect happy ending & sprinkle in some spice along the way. 😉
Dream Harbor The Christmas Tree Farm (Deluxe Edition), Book 3 (Hardcover)
 
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This book isn't EVEN OUT YET! (By the time I'm linking it) and I already know its gonna be great!
Dream Harbor The Daisy Chain Flower Shop, Book 6, (Paperback)
 
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If you live for angst Annie's story is for you. Just, TRUST.
Pre-Owned The Strawberry Patch Pancake House (Dream Harbor, Book 4) (Paperback) 9780008713348

Aesthetically Pleasing Fantasy Worlds

These are works where the world seems so fantastically real you could swear it exists the same as our own.

 
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Cozy Creepy (coming from a girlie who does -not- do horror) Slow paced and filled with heart. Plus the aesthetic is perfect. Crimson Peak fans will love this!
Mexican Gothic book by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
 
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This story makes you feel like you're a prima(o) {cousin} in the latinex family of the characters. It is high stakes and cozy all at once. It breaks my heart that this doesn't have a movie!
Gods of Jade and Shadow book by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
 
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Okay so, hear me out: Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses but make it adult & a *little creepy*. Coming from a girlie that does NOT to horror. 100% worth your time.
House of Salt and Sorrows book by Erin A. Craig
 
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This book is just what it promises to be. An adorable, aesthetic story where you can feel the sunshine on your skin, hear the waves crash and smell the jam!
The Spellshop
 
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An in depth, more adult version of Atlantis, the animated movie. I absolutely adored it. The world building is peak and the story is simply divine. True adventure book.
Strange the Dreamer book by Laini Taylor

Bookish Accesories

 
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This portable little lamp is the GOAT! so easy to take with you and read everywhere
Better Homes & Gardens Portable Milk Glass Table Lamp, Rechargeable
 
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This is just the cutest note book. No notes.
Silver Buffalo Gilmore Girls Lukes Menu Journal
 
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This gives me so much nostalgia its just so cute!!!
Silver Buffalo Scooby Doo Spiral Notebook 8x5
 
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I have a pop socket and am OBSSESED
Magnetic Kindle Grip: Library Card Quote, Book Lover Accessory