Every book I read this month 📕 14 classics, romances & novels

[@anoushkad5846]

I started reading classics because of you. Best decision I ever made.

[@aniket8357]

same here!

[@samiajunaid7021]

Can you guys recommend me some?? But not the ones everyone talks about, some lesser know classics maybe?

[@aniket8357]

@@samiajunaid7021 to the lighthouse by virginia woolf, invisible cities by italo calvino

[@samiajunaid7021]

@@aniket8357 tysm I will add these in my tbr

[@learnreadingquranwithhafiz8363]

@@samiajunaid7021 to kill a mockingbird by harper lee , Wuthering heights by Emily brontë

[@eliana1486]

*gets in bed* *grabs some tea* *STEALS CAT*

[@brendanmooney7607]

Please bring back my cat. It's been seven hours.

[@eliana1486]

@@brendanmooney7607 NEVER!!! IT’S MINE NOW

[@brendanmooney7607]

It's yours now... OR AT LEAST UNTIL THE NEXT MONTHLY READING VLOG THAT REQUIRES CAT-THEFTING...

[@iamrjdennis]

Emmie: Reads 14 books in a month Me: Struggles to finish even 1 book in the same amount of time 😂

[@timr9983]

Bet you have some responsibilities for most of the week

[@jessatlife]

I feel you. Here I am, with a reading disability, a mentally intensive full-time job, and a graduate English class, struggling to close-read two 600+ page novels in three weeks to write an analysis on them from a writer's perspective, as a newbie writer. XD However, I'd also consider that some of these books, like the manga, can be read very easily and quickly; length and depth levels vary. And as you listen to audiobooks, you can still move around and work on tasks that don't require much thinking (like sweeping the floor, crocheting...); you can also increase the playback speed. In addition, we tend to blaze through books we're *really* into, and it looks like this was an unusually good month for her. While I believe reading that many books is still enabled by certain privileges, these details do make a difference.

[@bookoffholicbookwart5945]

Same

[@nazzzeto]

@@jessatlife чшчшппч Ч

[@eirynpajaron3369]

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[@megofthemoon]

I’ve never felt such a likeness with any person that I’ve not actually physically met in real life! I have been enjoying binging all your videos while I do craft work for my small business because you have the same taste in books as me and your whole vibe just gives off such a feeling of safeness & serenity which my little anxious brain really appreciates! ❤️ thank you for doing what you do!

[@anjapuseljic6754]

I actually feel the same way!

[@melaineeyh]

Don't be shy, plug your small business! I'm sure some people on here would love to support you.

[@lauragouveia4526]

same!! she somehow makes s feel really close and connected to her

[@haelrc8415]

I'm not sure what I'm more impressed by: reading 14 books in a month or making it through the entirety or War and Peace. I only finished 2 books this month lmao (although they were both 5*)

[@mrodriguez377]

Two per month is still good! What were they?

[@haelrc8415]

@@mrodriguez377 thank you! I read Of Mice And Men by John Steinbeck and The Secret Lives of Church Ladies by Deesha Philyaw. They're both great books and not too long to read so I'd definitely recommended them 😊

[@Labracadabrador101]

@@haelrc8415 of mice and men is one of my favorites!! So good

[@羅曼迪克]

@@haelrc8415 have you read East of Eden or Grapes of Wrath?

[@haelrc8415]

@@羅曼迪克 not yet, are they as good as of Mice And Men?

[@queenelliee]

Aw I love how you say you "got to read" books. What a cute concept of being grateful to witness a story

[@shraddhanipurte639]

"steal someone's cat" Why is this me twice a day.?😂

[@Jet961994]

I read War & Peace when I was sixteen (in English, which isn't my native language, so looking back I wonder how much I actually comprehended), mainly to be able to flex about it (which I did, in my oral English exam). But now, 10 years later, you've inspired me to start reading it again! Thank you ^^

[@ereading512]

“This book was like an ogre. Because ogres are like onions.” 😂

[@camilleslaughter1582]

Watching you talk about literature is just an unmatched experience. Also im reading Frankenstein bc of your recommendation and I am LOVING IT!!!!

[@RetratodaLeitora]

So glad you read Machado de Assis. Hopping you'll get to read his novel Dom Casmurro. Is a masterpiece! Love from Brazil

[@LilyIsa1]

Dom Casmurro is the best! Please Emma, read it!

[@louisellefortier3555]

What is Dom Casmurro in English?

[@RetratodaLeitora]

@@louisellefortier3555 it's "Dom Casmurro" too 🥰

[@RetratodaLeitora]

@@LilyIsa1 right??? Just amazing

[@lavacaqueri5454]

Justice for Capitu!

[@ba-gg6jo]

I read about 10 books a month on average, so still, very much an amateur compared to you. Always enjoyed the classics but recently I gave them a rest, but your enthusiasm has rekindled my appetite for the Russian classics in particular. I first read War and Peace over 40 years ago, and I cannot tell a lie I found it hard going. I read it again when I'd turned 40 and enjoyed it far more. Now nearly 70 I have been inspired by you to read it again, thank you for your encouragement to us all to read more and learn about the world and ourselves. Stay safe.

[@julesl8598]

I graduated in 1998 from high school. There was no google in my house or in school. Just a library with books. You are now part of my English library.

[@ineedtoreadmorebooks6432]

Discovered your channel recently, and I LOVE your energy and passion for books! It's such an underrated trait in young people and I love seeing it on booktube, you brighten my day, love from London! ♥️

[@giovannaaraujoamaral2939]

As a Brazilian, the fact that you mention Machado de Assis is so heart warming! We read his works in school and he is definitely incredible

[@tseringchemiyeaton3581]

I never thought that I would ever read war and peace because it is such a lengthy book.. But i did (well actually I still have 100 more pages to go) It has been such a great pleasure to be a part of this journey ❤️ Iam starting Oliver twist day after tomorrow 💃💃👏👏👏 Oh and by the way.. You look sooo pretty 😍😍😍

[@kasandra8017]

i usually get bored watching 10 min vlogs but with emmie, i can watch her talk about books for almost an hour.

[@LarissaOliveiraK]

i'm so happy to see you reading Machado!!! i'm brazilian and sometimes i get so frustrated about him not getting the recognition he deserves in another countries! glad you liked it

[@hyemiyah]

the way you talk about war and peace almost made me cry. I'm finally reading it and I'm just blown away by how well crafted it is and how heartbreakingly beautiful it is.

[@kate-ne]

I would recommend A Silent Voice for a really good manga!! The romance isn't necessarily the main plot of the manga but it becomes a driving force and the story is a really beautiful look at how the characters handle peer pressure, friendship, and their own flaws.

[@ashielovestolearn]

I really loved reading Koe No Katachi too😍❤

[@alexandraramz]

I love your long videos, talk away!! Also, "steal someones cat" killed me LOL

[@rosemarykingsley3088]

Emmie : this book has many layers My mind : *like an ogre* Emmie : This book is like an ogre

[@sydnidoyle5559]

I also read The Traveling Cat Chronicles last month and sobbed like a baby. I’m one of those pure soul people like Satoru which is why I think I resonated with it more. Good reviews and recommendations, love your vibes and the way you talk about books 💗

[@evelyn21.06]

You inspire me so much to just leave my laziness aside and pick the books from my shelves and just READ. You are just an amazing inspiration for all of us, also omg 14 books?? Congratulations!! I managed to read like 5 books but I plan on reading more this summer

[@sreyadey2998]

You're one of the most comforting and beautiful online soul I've ever come across ❤️🥺. Might just binge watch all your videosand take up my habit of reading back again ❤️

[@readingwarlock]

I could listen to Emmie talk about books and stories for hours 💖 (Surprising since I have such short attention span and this pandemic’s making it worse) The way she describes and relays her reading experience is just beautiful. I stan. ✨

[@notnotrachel]

very random, but i watched this while untangling gum from my hair and the books and your calm personality made everything okay- also, i GOT the gum out 😩😭🤪

[@emmiereads]

that is the WORST so glad you got it out!!

[@aunabildigarna3199]

Has someone ever told you how beautiful is the way you talk?This is something heavenly,your words prove there's some inner light within you❤️

[@sarahsperusals]

i know you've read juliet marillier in the past, but how you described heart of the faye reminded me of how people describe juliet marillier books!!

[@leonwill4265]

Hi Emma, hope you are well. Can you do a short video on how you annotate and read- I think the approach and reading is a special skill which a lot of us do not have! Keep up the good work (smiles from North Wales).

[@d_diya29]

it's a rainy day here in my city and a cool windy weather,paired with your channel's aesthetic and your calming way of talking. Just perfect ☕☕

[@mariaemiliagomespereira3455]

Hey Emma, If you ever read this comment, I just wanted to thank you for encouraging me to start reading again. I hadn’t read much in so many years, and your channel and your love for books has made my love for reading come again. So, Thank you! Ps: I’m from Brazil and am very glad that you liked Machado and his writing!

[@rustydollparts]

First, your top is beautiful wow I need some puffed sleeves in my wardrobe this summer. I have a goal to read 40 books this year and this summer I want to read 15 books to help complete my goal. It's so cool how you can read so much! 😮🤍🤍💐

[@mrodriguez377]

You’re making me want to read so many books and my current tbr is filling my bookcase already lol

[@vasilisashakurova743]

You finished “War and peace”!!! Congratulations!!! And now you should read “Quiet Don”. It’s like “War and peace” of 20th century but with more blood

[@damiannotdamien]

I admire your ability to read so much! Unfortunately, I didn't read at all last month because I had exams, but I have been constantly watching your videos and getting more and more inspired to read the hell out of June!

[@asna9574]

Hi emma I just started reading After dark because of your recommendation and am absolutely loving it. This is also my first book by Murakami. So glad to have found your channel. Love your videos

[@eoghansweetman217]

I just started reading Murakami as well. Chose The wind up bird chronicle

[@squidwardsthirdtentacle1198]

Just read Kafka On The Shore recently, I'm in love with Murakami's writing style. I wasn't too fond of Norwegian Wood, but Kafka On The Shore has really reconciled me to Murakami's writing!

[@asna9574]

@@squidwardsthirdtentacle1198 I was thinking about reading kafka on the shore next. It sounds really intriguing :)

[@squidwardsthirdtentacle1198]

@@asna9574 Go for it! It's well worth it.

[@smn8405]

You calm me downnnn, you videos are curing my anxiety 🌌🌍🍃

[@juliaromero7512]

Most of the classics you speak of, I always get interested and will immediately check them out after. I'm definitely gonna consider reading War and Peace soon!! ❣️

[@MihaelaClaudiaPuscas]

My gosh you must be so smart, like 14 books in one month and I bet that's not even close to your record! Impressive! In my eyes, you are a success story! 🤩👏

[@luizappicanco]

I was reading a lot in the begging of the year (about two books a week), but went into a reading slump in mid April. I started a lot of books I can’t seem to finish. Glad to see May was a productive month to you.

[@Paaseliten]

I HAAAATED War and Peace. Forced myself through it. Spent more than a year on it. Never in my life have I been spoonfed a message to such an excruciating extent. I GET IT! When we describe war history in retrospect, things that weren't really planned out at the time, can always be interpreted as strategic when we look back. I'd rather stab a fork in my eye than be hit over the head with this point one more time. And don't get me started on the relationships and human emotions. It's obvious that "show, don't tell" was not a concept that existed in the 1890s. Never again a Tolstoy-book. One star.

[@isabellasong1697]

Try the 56 movie! I really enjoyed it, since it wasn’t very similar to the book (if that makes sense)! The “boring” parts of the book were omitted from the movie, so it was a lot more lively than the book! Plus Audrey Hepburn is in it

[@prachikoolwal]

I'm gonna take a bath get comfortable and watch this and smile throughout....

[@shadhaebadhy1146]

It's raining....and Emma has uploaded a 50 Min vedio. Ofcource I made some tea...and yeah I'm blessed ❤️😭

[@alexinaaron1022]

I’m only 15 minutes in and this is already an incredible wrap up. I just love hearing you speak about books! I love how you don’t just give basic summaries, but talk about what the books are really *about* - the themes and the heart of the books, and what makes it remarkable. You are not repetitive and I feel you always say the perfect amount and say it well. Your book tube channel completely stands out from others in quality, your ease and naturalness on camera, the calmness you exude, and peace and happiness you give people!

[@jillwhitney-birk5876]

Thanks for covering classics! They are my favorites. Currently working through the Count of Monte Cristo and Far From the Madding Crowd. Love your top today. Is it a dress? Where did you get it? Cute!! Thanks for all you do.

[@jinsrj4806]

I had bought War and Peace and Anna Karenina like 10 years ago and it's still stacked in my bookshelf haunting me. I can't tell how many times I gave up on the book and didn't even make half-way through it. But after watching you I might finally pull myself together and give it a go. Thanks for inspiring me💜

[@TheThinkingBar]

Added your favorites to my TBR, I admire the way you give us a nice briefing about everything without saying way too much ❣ I am currently reading Anna Karenina as my first Tolstoy and I think his writing is infinite. When I finish it, I will not be afraid of War and Peace anymore. Thank you!

[@yibingxu5918]

Girl in translation is my 5-star book of 2022 and it supported me spiritually through my darkest time. Thank you so much for recommending! ❤

[@donitacarmelsaavedra1451]

I'm also getting into reading classics because of you Emma, I'm so glad I found your channel 💖

[@smritithapa]

I read First Love when Emma mentioned it in one of her videos earlier, and I immediately read it and LOVED IT so much! Not only the intro was unique, but all the characters.

[@eleftheriak.8889]

Okay but the war and peace copy is so incredibly beautiful, I just can't get over it

[@forestchild487]

thanks enourmously, for brightening up our days with mesmerising rays of sunshine radiating from your soul ♥

[@strawbemmy]

i desperately wish i sounded like you..your voice is so sweet and gentle, it's so lovely listening to you speak

[@paulschumacher1263]

Great video! Inspiring! I had never read any Tolstoy, except for "The Kreutzer Sonata" (a novella). It was brilliantly written, but CRAZY. Tolstoy's obsessions obviously got the better of him. However, about a month ago, I read "Resurrection"--his last long novel (of the 3 long ones). It is usually described as inferior, but I loved it. It is so VISUAL, so EMOTIONAL, so PASSIONATE, so INFURIATING, and so THOUGHT-PROVOKING. It almost made me want to try Anna Karenina. (But not W and P.) Also went back and re-read Dostoyevsky's "The Idiot," my favorite of his big novels. Good on you for tackling W and P!

[@rehabyasser2990]

imagine if emma uploaded everyday ♥️ no but really thank you so much emma for taking the time and putting so much effort into doing these beautiful videos love you so much ♥️♥️

[@myrtolefk]

Aaah literally can't wait to watch this tonight✨

[@jungao6470]

16:46 By KAHLIL GIBRAN: They say to me in their awakening, “You and the world you live in are but a grain of sand upon the infinite shore of an infinite sea.” And in my dream I say to them, “I am the infinite sea, and all worlds are but grains of sand upon my shore.”

[@christinekaye6393]

So great to hear you talk about In Watermelon Sugar. I read it almost 50 years ago and became a huge Brautigan fan. I still have all his books. Now, thanks to you, I think I'll reread IWS.

[@dreaming9to5]

And I thought 4 books per month was ambitious 🤦‍♀️

[@avanshikasaini2094]

Haha...same!

[@happiness4654]

Lmao same. I'm in a book slump these days I haven't read a book in weeks

[@gazinazeefa1784]

I read 2 to 3 books a month

[@NikiAesthette]

It's okay to only read 4 books a month. It's still pretty impressive!

[@whateverbabe]

It is ! Cause remember there are people who die without ever reading a book

[@acaraj]

I've been checking out your channel because I'm trying to incorporate more classics. But then I see you read and loved NK Jemisin!! Yes, girl! Followed.

[@monikasinha4351]

I wanted to tell you that I am also participating in the Dickens Vs Tolstoy read for this month... I am so excited for Great Expectations 💛

[@estadoagridulce]

Emma! i’m so happy you finished “war and peace”, i already bought it for myself, thanks for encourage this reading.

[@vl1xrz]

an upload to make me feel so much better!! you look so lovely by the way and your top looks good on you. so cool you finished war and peace, it was truly a journey!!

[@yoannam.2243]

I've read zero books in may💀 but I started The Tenant of Wildfell Hall and I think this is my favorite book of the year so far.

[@JB-mf9is]

Thank you for the time stamps, much appreciated

[@luizaneves4110]

hi Emma, brazilian subscriber here. you need to read Machado’s Dom Casmurro - even though it can get a bit tiring throughout, it’s still 100% worth it. and the debate about the plot is endless hahah amazing to see you reading brazilian authors

[@teajarbiscuits]

Question : where do you get book recommendations from and how do you discover such amazing gem of books? You are a fresh breath of air in bookstagram and booktube world, love your channel 💜✨

[@Rabhya]

I read 10 books in may!

[@monikasinha4351]

Wow🎉

[@SunriseFireberry]

Love to see a tier list of your choice of War & Peace characters.

[@КетиЧантурия-ю8з]

I am from Russia and Tolstoy is one of my favorite authors.I am genuinely happy to see that you really loved War and Peace🖤

[@miriavtst]

as a brazilian reader and a new viewer of this channel i smiled like a fool when emma cited machado de assis :')

[@oliagoly9915]

As a russian I have to say that Turgenev is definitely one of the best russian classic authors but sadly very underappreciated outside of Russia. Everyone only knows Tolstoy and Dostoevsky even though Turgenev’s works are far more accessible and captivating because while the writing is still beautiful and profound he doesn’t go on long-winded repetitive moralizing tangents that those two tend to do in their books. I would highly recommend Fathers and sons and also Home of the gentry if you liked First love. Also I just recently stumbled upon your channel and very much enjoy experiencing the books through your eyes❤️

[@TC-42vvs]

How many hours a day do your read? I’m always inspired but the number of books you’re able to read in just a month. 14!!! That’s like one book every 2 days. If I read one a month I’m proud of myself 🥲🥲

[@joannejonker4110]

audiobooks really do help though.. you can read them whilst getting ready, commuting, idk eating, doing mindless work, cleaning and moreee

[@TC-42vvs]

@@joannejonker4110 for me personally I need the words in front of me to fully grasp what’s happening

[@qwertyytrewq4857]

@@TC-42vvs 1 book a month is good too if you're comfortable with this speed! There are months when I don't read at all but I've read 8 books in may (but 4 of them were poetry). Personally I try to read whenever I don't have anything else to do or try to read for 1-2 hours before sleep.

[@ray6682]

They likely read multiple books at the same time.

[@ba-gg6jo]

I read for about 4 - 6 hours a day and usually have 3 books on the go at any one time. Usually 1 non-fiction, 1 classic fiction, and a trashy crime novel for light relief. Keep on reading!

[@moonstonepearl21]

Your outfit is so cute. It's giving me Disney Princess/Shakespearian vibes.

[@marianamenegati3738]

Omg 14! That's amazing!! I found your channel this month and I really love it💕 I managed to read only five but one of them was the Odyssey which took me the whole month and another one was a new favorite, so I'm really happy with the five!

[@neonoires]

Your videos are so peaceful and make me inspired to read more lol

[@giuseppecosta7157]

I’m really glad you enjoyed My Brilliant Friend! It’s definitely one of my favourite books, I hope you’ll continue reading the other three novels of the series because honestly they are all so good! They’ve even made a tv series out of it, so maybe you’d like to go and watch that as well :)

[@shadhaebadhy1146]

31:04 an incurable case of love is made into a drama(koi wa tzuzuku) as well and it's so cute❤️

[@analuaramos]

Emmie, I'd love to watch a video of yours about any Clarice Lispector's work

[@eire02]

Thank you for gracing us with this video! I don’t normally like wrap ups but yours are just so nice to watch. For me, I read 22(?) books this month because I read some manga! I read like 3 or 4 five stars but also my first one star~ im immensely proud that you read war and peace! I hope to get it and read it soon... Also, that outfit is absolutely gorgeous 🥰🥺 gonna go steal a cat now 🐈🐈‍⬛

[@julianasilveira3838]

I'm brazilian and it makes me so happy that you read (and liked!) machado de assis!!! I love your reviews on books, I'm excited to see what you're going to read next - I recommend Dom Casmurro :)

[@megjshark]

in watermelon sugar is possibly my favorite book of all time! i discovered it my freshman year of uni and it was honestly the sole reason i took so many creative writing courses. i think its so innovative and whimsical and melancholy, just love it so so much. so lovely to hear you speak about it in such an appreciative way :) richard brautigan is a fascinating person too; he grew up in the pacific northwest and was somewhat apathetic to the counterculture/beats movement while also being a figure within it. he committed suicide at age 49 and the story surrounding that is so morbid (he wasn't found for nearly a month); i mention all this bc i think knowing his background and fate lends a really impactful context to his work. he also recorded an album of reading his poems and some chapters from watermelon sugar and his voice is hypnotic in a way, would recommend checking it out :) if you're interested in reading more from him, you should check out the hawkline monster! much love

[@MilenaReads]

Eating his parents, wow, In Watermelon Sugar sounds like something else... I absolutely love your shirt! 💕

[@strawberrymilkshake-yb7xo]

First Love hit me so hard when I read it. I have a pipe dream of adapting it into a short film.. it would be so much fun to see played out, the scenes are so beautiful and when I read it I just visualize it so clearly. I've never really talked about it with anyone so it was really nice to hear how much you enjoyed it too. :)

[@larissa8453]

I'm so glad that you liked The Alienist, Machado de Assis is huuuge here in Brazil! I would love to see you reading The Posthumous Memoirs of Brás Cubas and hear what are your thoughts about it

[@marianap.1279]

upzão

[@binglamb2176]

Read the Edmonds translation of War and Peace many years ago but thanks to you I want to re-read it with the Pevear and Volokhonsky translation. You read a truly impressive variety and number of books!

[@shilohpeterson5307]

I listened to First Love after watching your video and it was spectacular! Was not expecting the dark elements in it but that made it all the better such a great read. Thanks!

[@evgenia8570]

So nice dress!! 👍 Congratulations on reading "War and peace" 👍👍

[@red.carnation]

I don't know if you have already read things by him, but I think you'd like Leopardi's writings! He was an italian poet of the 19th century, his works are very delicate but also dealing with human emotions and how sublime they can become!

[@DDplayerr]

Love the amount of work and effort you put in!

[@AkaHeiwa]

Thank you so much for this long and cozy video! I'm quite interested in Girl in translation and Are we smart enough to know how smart animals are :)

[@krisdow7341]

1. You? Precious angel. Love your channel. 2. I don’t know if you’re into musicals but I would highly recommend watching/listening to Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812!! It’s based off W&P and is so fun!! The soundtrack can be found probably here and on Spotify, and then someone (illegally but I’m no snitch) recorded the musical when it was on Broadway a few years ago. It’s well worth it I believe if you loved the book!! :)

[@chloe-lf9yw]

you should try kimi ni todoke! its a really cute and refreshing manga, plus the guy isn’t a complete ass

[@lalabear11]

gotta love Kazehaya 🥰

[@anjaniartikaa]

low ponytails look so good on you!!

[@KamoheloM___]

The prophet is a book I wish I could hand out copies to anyone and everyone. My most favourite book in the world. It’s beautifully written, extremely metaphorical, but you get it. It’s breathtaking ✨

[@yrikkahmeibalmeo5465]

Your passion is contagious. Also, that dress is 💯✨

[@austynlynn1723]

If you really love War and Peace, there's actually a musical written about a section of it! It's called Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 and I highly recommend!!

[@juliananino2000]

Ahhh love your videos!!! You have given me some unique recs and I love you for it! Also your top 😩 it’s stunning!!!!

[@mariamedeiros9340]

Happy you’ve read Machado :) I’m from Brazil and I’m so proud to say that Machado de Assis is not only one of our best writers but also one of the world’s most fascinating author. I recommend two of his fiction books: “Dom Casmurro”and “ The Posthumous Memoirs of Brás Cubas”.