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[@nathanielluscombe5277]

I really love videos where people read books that haven't taken off. Makes them so much more interesting because we're seeing books we haven't seen people read.

[@CheeryShine320]

Thank you! My local library has a reading challenge category "a book with less than 1000 ratings on goodreads" so this was super helpful!

[@louisereads]

That is so cool, love the idea of a library having a reading challenge!

[@sarahdesmond95]

So happy you enjoyed Knock Knock, Open Wide! I read it last year (for your buzzword challenge in December) and it ended up being one of my favorite books of the year! I’m a bookseller and I immediately had to write up a recommendation because it definitely hasn’t gotten the attention it deserves

[@deirdrecasey9851]

There was a real Irish kids TV show in the 80s called bosco about a puppet in a box. It also had a feature where they went through a magic door but first they knocked and recited a poem that started with the line “knock knock open wide see what’s on the other side”. From your description sounds like it’s a clear reference to that.

[@rareopal]

First thing that came to mind to me when that part was being described!

[@aisling_90]

Exactly what I thought too 😂

[@neilsharpson996]

It is!

[@leilanijenna]

I love being early to things. it makes me feel important.

[@BooksandLala]

hahahaha you're important no matter when you tune in!!! but ily for this 💕

[@leilanijenna]

@@BooksandLala ily as a friend.

[@TheseFourWalls]

You're EXACTLY the reason I ran out and bought Knock Knock, Open Wide.... I'm halfway through, and loving it so far. Granted, I'm confused.... But thoroughly entertained. ✌🏻

[@louisereads]

I would love this to be a regular video! Its quite literally underrated books

[@seobscript]

i love that you read so many books i never would’ve heard of otherwise ^^

[@samantharose1001]

THUMBNAIL ✨💛 -> do u think you’d ever consider doing a reflection on your thumbnail journey ? maybe for the Besties 🤓

[@bookswithlexie]

I'm so behind on this because I wanted to wait until I finished Knock Knock and I thiiiiink it's my favorite of the year so far! I was checking out his Instagram and according to that it's not a debut (the first one is called When the Sparrow Falls from 2021 but I don't think was done with Nightfire) and this didn't get an audiobook because nobody got the audio for his first one. Hoping this one gets one eventually because I would also love to do a reread with it, and that his next one coming out in 2025 gets one with the book release!

[@BooksToAshes]

I love reading from smaller authors ♥️ so I love this concept

[@okaywhatev4]

You accurately guessing the ratings of four books! 🤯

[@Sarah-mh9fh]

Great timing. I have a bulged disc and crazy nerve pain. Today I've been in so much pain I can barely function. You've become my new comfort KZbinr. Thank you for the chill happy vibes.

[@FabulousFrostine]

I am exactly halfway into Knock Knock Open Wide, and honestly, totally agree with 5 stars right now. Right up my alley, though.

[@aidacelicaguilar7927]

As a lesbian I personally love when people who arent lesbians write lesbian relationships. More lesbians for everyone

[@lumisteph]

There’s a book I LOVE that has under 2,000 ratings on Goodreads, it’s called The Aunt Who Wouldn’t Die by Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay and I found it at a random dollar tree and it’s honestly one of my favorite books and I wish more people read and loved it as much as I do! ✨💕

[@joyface]

Well, I'm reading it now because of you! Thanks for the rec!

[@lumisteph]

@@joyface omg how exciting!! I hope you love it but also understand if you don’t! Not every book is for everyone which is okay!! :)

[@HardbackHoarder]

i am absolutely taking knock knock open wide as a recommendation from you lmao

[@wordsofclover]

I remember being so intrigued by Knock Knock Open Wide when you first talked about as it sounds like the author took inspiration from an Irish TV show called Bosco (which he confirmed) but I can't seem to get the book anywhere here. It's even unavailable on Amazon 😢

[@helloamycus]

I just read knock knock, open wide earlier this month. I never read things before you! So cool to see your reactions when I know what’s happening in the book

[@helloamycus]

Also I commented before I saw your rating, and I’m so glad you like it! I gave it a solid 4.5

[@natalieskov7355]

I've been binging your videos all week and you are quickly becoming one of my favourite booktubers

[@meowlo-the-mood-reader]

I read Knock Knock, Open Wide last year and absolutely enjoyed it. I rated it 4 stars but think that, on a re-read, I could easily bump it up to a 5. I just need to re-experience it to fully grasp the whole experience. Relating it to T.Kingfisher makes sense because I really enjoy her horror vibes.

[@juliakoczor]

when you were describing the plot of House Woman it reminded be strangely of the Queen Charlottle Bridgerton story/show!! i know a weird comparison but equal themes of forced marriage, he has blackouts and strange episodes and his mother is obsessed with getting an heir..

[@viihbelinot]

Thank god i woke up to this, spent the first hour of my day the best way possible with you and a cup of coffee ❤ loved the video

[@splatterofink2205]

kayla your hair!! it looks sooo cute omg i'm barely catching up on the new videos and i was like wow!

[@gabbyreads]

I love this idea for a vlog, it’s so fun!! 👏 also ahhh now I’m sooo curious to read Knock Knock Open Wide 👀

[@anikamercier2651]

This was fun to watch!!

[@elizalovestoread]

omg such a treat!!!

[@alldressedupformars]

You got me interested in the House woman 😂 gonna give a try to the audiobook!

[@BookedandBusy]

Yea babyyyyy

[@lem_moon]

I was going to sleep but that can wait! ❤

[@queenkim8631]

Sorry Kayla, but because u rated Knock Knock Open Wide 5 stars...I'm taking it as a recommendation 😂 Will be ordering it soon🙏

[@GothicBookLover]

I saw my library had a copy of Knock Knock Wide Open so I raced down there to check it out. With St Patrick's Day around the corner...this sounds like a good book to read (and I'm part Irish as well )

[@lamandabaucom4721]

I love your hair in this video!

[@CA_M7]

omg just in time!!!!

[@courtsavage]

Proud of you for wearing your glasses bestie ❤️

[@ShanReads]

When your wondering when Kayla is gonna post another video and BOOM, 1 shows up in your feed. For romance books w/ wedding planning as a backdrop you should read Forget Me Not by Julie Soto. And if you want another Gothic mystery book w/ sisters plz read Lighthouse Witches by C.J. Cooke. I need more people to read it!!

[@myronemmaturner]

Proud of you for wearing your glasses 💙

[@BooksWithJudy]

I love how I usually don't like the same books as you, and I still watch every video religiously because I love your way of speaking and your personality.

[@eleanorhenderson9896]

Omg haven’t heard Liam speak in a while - his voice has dropped so much!

[@EllieRoseMcKee]

Video idea: reading books written by your viewers! My debut has under 10 reviews 😅

[@AlexaSmith]

That thing about the puppet show reminds me of that candle cove creepypasta that was going around

[@ninjaturtles12121]

what foundation and concealer do you use?? your makeup looks great in the opening clip!!

[@user-dk1wb7zw2h]

Omg she read my aunts books

[@Books_on_the_Brain]

Knock Knock, Open Wide was flipping weird and the writing was fantastic and I loved it! I'm so happy you did too, it needs more praise. It's not a debut, the author's first book was a sci-fi/dystopian novel called When the Sparrow Falls, nothing like this one. I do really hope this gets an audiobook, I will definitely be reading it again!

[@BooksandLala]

Oh whoops, I could have sworn it was a debut!! Thank you for letting me know, I guess I'll have to check that one out!!

[@louise5493]

I’ve been looking forward to this video idea, I hope you make it into an annual thing🥹 I will absolutely be taking Knock, Knock Open Wide as a rec😂 As an Irish person, we have so much folklore & scary stories but not a lot of horror books are based here! So happy you loved it & also finally got to read House Woman!

[@TheNovelSanctuary]

LMAO at the fedora

[@marabookstagram]

I just checked my GoodReads TBR and I have a few books with 20 or fewer ratings! 😮

[@sabihasayeed1670]

Ooooh, what books are they?

[@marabookstagram]

@@sabihasayeed1670 Nonfiction seems to be the least popular! Here are some in my TBR with few ratings: Nonfiction under 20 ratings: * Our Common Ground: Insights from Four Years of Listening to American Voters by Diane Hessan * Breaking Free: The Lie of Equality and the Feminist Fight for Freedom by Marcie Bianco Fiction under 100 ratings: * Haunting Pasts by Trevor Wiltzen * Friends With Issues by Meredith Berlin * We Are Only Ghosts by Jeffrey L. Richards * A Hundred Silent Ways by Marie Joji

[@marabookstagram]

@sabihasayeed1670 I found a fiction under 20 ratings that sounds good: Songs of Lost Things by Monica McCullough

[@marabookstagram]

@@sabihasayeed1670 Nonfiction seems to be the least popular! Here are some in my TBR with few ratings: Nonfiction under 20 ratings: *Our Common Ground: Insights from Four Years of Listening to American Voters by Diane Hessan * Breaking Free: The Lie of Equality and the Feminist Fight for Freedom by Marcie Bianco Fiction under 100 ratings: * Haunting Pasts by Trevor Wiltzen * Friends With Issues by Meredith Berlin * We Are Only Ghosts by Jeffrey L. Richards * A Hundred Silent Ways by Marie Joji

[@theotherveronica]

i was surprised by the number on my TBR under 1,000. to be fair- about half of those are books that haven’t been published yet.

[@ShainaInColorland]

Idk if I’ve just been listening without looking at the screen lately or if it’s a new do but I am OBSESSED with your hair! You look amazing!

[@BooksandLala]

Ahhhh thank you bestie!! 🥹💕

[@RubyTraces]

Like many of the other commenters, I love these type of videos, because I get to know about books that probably wouldn't have been on my radar otherwise. Especially when it's things that are niche, or just hard to classify, because these often need an extra push to find their audience.

[@Leah-tn1is]

The tv show in Knock knock reminds me of Mister Magic

[@salamalmahi541]

House Woman sounds so good! You made me wanna pick it up. I promise I won’t hate you if I hate it lol

[@katecollins2471]

Hi Kayla!! Please read How the Word is Passed by Clint Smith!! Also heads up that Hanif’s new book comes out soon. It’s about basketball and I don’t care at ALLL about sports but I’ve already preordered and bought tickets to his book tour 🎉

[@passmethatbook]

I love when you force books upon us! 😁💓

[@katemarron6957]

I really want to know what that bookmark looks like in full 😂

[@ArielAntenna]

if you want a good romance with a wedding recommendation: Forget Me Not by Julie Soto, SOOO good

[@anjalibhat14]

I LOVED Knock Knock Open Wide, and it's just so wild and wonderful that a) learned about it from one of your hauls and b) actually read it because you got me to try weird books last year!!!! I discovered I loved them too, and I never expected that to happen! Thanks for expanding my reading tastes Kayla!

[@JoshsBookishVoyage]

I've actually found Tor to release a lot of smaller books without audio. It def is the minority but something I see occasionally

[@lauren3823]

You have to read The Hate Race! I think you would love it :) It's super important in the Australian literacy canon

[@alexreithmeier6731]

*me listening to Kayla say not to just run out and read Knock Knock Open Wide and nodding sagely* *also me* must buy immediately

[@desiabri]

I'm commenting before I watch because I saw 'Secrets to a southern wedding & it was a pleasant experience for me but i also enjoy Synithia Williams' simplicity & cozy writing. Was very excited to see it. Now off to watch

[@BooksandLala]

Do you have any other favourites from her you'd recommend??

[@desiabri]

I was introduced to her by her book Forbidden Promises but I think I enjoyed her newer one Summoning Love more (paranormal investigator love interest & I love paranormal shows so that may be why). Heads up I never give her more than a 4 star but I'm never looking for stellar book from her or steamy scenes just cozy romance. But if you're looking for a dope Black author that can write small towns/neighborhoods and good everything/romance, I will always recommend Christina C. Jones. She has a large catalogue so there's something for everyone. But good luck in giving Synithia another try!

[@jjamieallover]

idk why but knock knock open wide is such a kayla cover

[@Hillary429]

This makes me recommend (yet again) A Good Year by Polis Loizou! Very short horror novella rooted in folklore and superstition, please check it out… oh! And there’s a hand on the cover! Haha

[@books_with_m]

I’m sooo happy you loved Knock, Knock, Open Wide! I read and loved it last year but haven’t heard any mentions of it and it was just such a great reading experience 🥰

[@JayGTheAwkwardBookworm]

Volt sisters sounds like it would be so good 👀 that’s upsetting it wasn’t great

[@jessicapritt8367]

Video idea! You could read a book different eras and a present day representing the era or read book from different eras of different genres

[@jessicapritt8367]

You could also dress and/or eat from that era. Or do a craft

[@catreadsabunch]

I haven't watched yet but I just wanted you to know I always really look forward to your videos. They are the highlight of most weeks. ❤️

[@BooksandLala]

That's so kind, thank you so much!! 🥹💕

[@catreadsabunch]

@@BooksandLala No problem!! Also, I did watch it and I loved it! Not a surprise! 😂

[@Breanakechelle]

Heyyyy!!! I’m so excited for these books… if you’re taking suggestions, please check out “Bad Kids” by Zijin Chen or “Glory Be” by Danielle Arceneaux..

[@VeraFran]

I added Knock Knock open wide to my tbr right after you posted on Instagram.

[@stephaniecasey4636]

Not sure if this is possible…. But if you’ve read two recommendations by the same KZbin commenter, you should do a 3rd Times a Charm video where you read another recommendation from them to see if they are a Favorite Recommender

[@BooksandLala]

Loooooove this !!

[@hotla7]

I get so excited when Kayla finds a 5 star, especially underdogs/not so popular books!

[@monicajohnston5714]

My type of book (as an Irish person who never reads enough from Ireland) is “set in Ireland” so I wouldn’t mind what you rated knock knock open wide, I just know I’m gonna give it a read

[@megwithbooks]

💗💗💗

[@lorevelasco48]

Mr. Magic was one of my favorite books last year so knock knock open wide sounds right up my alley

[@aprilhutchens2105]

I have a video idea for you! I am doing a reading challenge at my library this year and I'm supposed to read from multiple genres, such as romance, fantasy, dystopian fiction, etc. The issue is I am literally ONLY a thriller reader. I haven't picked up a different genre in many years and I am just SO certain I won't enjoy anything else. I would love to hear your recommendations for "If you are a thriller reader looking to branch out, try 'these' romance books, and 'these' fantasy books", etc. Maybe a romance with a twist? 🤣🤣

[@Yzabell0M]

For Fantasy, maybe try Harry Dresden by Jim Butcher. The first one of the series works as a standalone. It’s more mystery then thriller but the main character is a magician/detective in Chicago.

[@themusicsnob]

Your review of Knock Knock Open Wide made me think of Mister Magic which I read earlier this year and actually really loved 😊 I will have to check it out

[@christinepeters3212]

I’ve had this on my shelf for a few weeks and still plan to read it. I’m glad you pointed out the rating and the other points of how or why the ratings are the way they are. I would like to see you cover ratings and trends and theorize the why’s.

[@thetorturedreader]

The way you explained The Secret to a Southern Wedding reminds me of the book Black Cake!

[@ErinMegan]

Happy to hear someone talk about The Insatiable Volt Sisters, it’s on my tbr and I had no idea what to expect with it! 😅 House Woman sounds…interesting. I might have to check it out. 😂 I loved hearing your opinion on Knock Knock, Open Wide! It didn’t work for me, but I’m happy to see so many people are really liking it because there’s so much uniqueness to that story!

[@cherawhitney]

I’ve got Knock Knock Open Wide from the library and after watching this I can’t wait to read it!

[@evam6961]

Oh i need to read knock knock open wide seems like something i would love

[@BetweenLinesAndLife]

Watching this after my first Uni day of my final semester - what a blessing!

[@thetorturedreader]

Book 3 sounds interesting.. 😅

[@SarahEverMotionBooks]

I really liked Knock, Knock Open Wide when it came out! I definitely had a few critiques but it sat well with me, and it had some genuinely creepy moments. I'm glad you enjoyed it 😁

[@eszemaszeszed]

Knock Knock, Open Wide was my first horror read in January, and that first part was absolutely knackering. 10/10

[@caitlingee]

Just bought House Woman! I’m excited to read it.

[@mysteryworld8170]

Has anyone read the book Steven Demogorgon?

[@lyndzyrenee]

So excited you read Knock Knock, Open Wide! I've been dying to read it but haven't gotten around to it since there isn't an audiobook.

[@kemunto_]

Such fun

[@ohladysamantha]

synithia williams writes very soapy romances. the one i read from her had a lot of small-town political intrigue and a kidnapping in the third act.

[@jedibookmasterivy]

Round of applause for you putting your glasses on at night more 😂😅

[@BooksandLala]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@graciepeanutpi7537]

I really wanted to read Knock Knock Open Wide, but there’s no kindle edition here in Australia and the physical copy is super hard to track down

[@laurahailstone5835]

Same problem in the UK no audio or kindle, hoping the paperback will be easier to get hold of.

[@eszemaszeszed]

harr harr baby🏴‍☠

[@xchriissyx]

hi bestie :) I'll go check out my least rated too!

[@jmonta21]

Aaah I’m just in time!

[@bihter3201]

I love that you analyze the low ratings

[@ElinWinblad]

I had one that has 2 reviews lol

[@lyssareadsbooks4169]

WHAT Colleen Hoover is the big balls reference from 😂😂😂 I knew there was a reason I vowed never to read another after Verity

[@farrahwho]

iirc it’s a line in ugly love 😭

[@WillGraham-uv1ol]

how does kayla read so fast, im literally shook

[@BooksandLala]

I do everything fast. ...except running. I'm really slow at running.

[@Rainbopagn]

So about that first book… it reminded me of my family minus the shady pasts. My father in law and now step mom in law started dating about five years ago, after his son and her daughter had been dating for several years! My spouse and his youngest brother were the only siblings who were okay with the relationship at first. The parents married in 2020 and my brother in law married his now step sister in 2022. I’m gonna have to look at that book just for the giggle factor 😂😂

[@Katt_Dubbs]

I died @18:17 😂😂😂

[@aprilhutchens2105]

I couldn't figure out what she was laughing at 🤣

[@HannahWoycik]

kayla: "i wouldn't say you should read this-" me: say no more it's already on my TBR