January haul + book and life chat 💬📚

[@kelseyleighjeff4279]

Hahaha your reaction at the Olympic romance 😂🎉

[@NickellesNook]

😂 I was shook

[@TakierraSimpson]

hey ! been watching since your very first video! to see your growth and evolution of camera confidence is such a privilege! also your video made in february of 2024 inspired me to only read from black authors for a full year!!!! i am now only reading from black authors and it has transformed me in sooooooo many ways as a black woman myself. thank you for being the light & never straying away from your roots 💕 big up yuh self. #jamaicanvirtualsisters

[@NickellesNook]

Omg 🥹🥹🥹 this is one of the best comments I’ve read in such a long time! Thank you so much, from the bottom of my heart. 🥰 Please please recommend some more black authors because I’m always looking for more that I want to read from and support ofc!! ☺️🤎 Sending lots of love to you and thanks for always supporting! ✨🥰

[@TakierraSimpson]

@ of course !!! huge supporter of yours and i’m happy to spread love!

[@eliza.the.earthling]

Some great picks in here - the first two books were already on my TBR as well 🍀

[@claraclarke8642]

Reviews don’t always necessarily need to be super in depth to be valuable! I enjoy your reviews and your personality, you are a lovely presence here just as you are ❤❤❤

[@NickellesNook]

Aww thank you so much! That genuinely means so much!! Seriously. 🥹

[@YourTrueShelf]

Book shopping with my husband is life goals!! DIY tip - get an electric screwdriver! I got a Bosch one and wondered why I'd waited so long, it's great! #middle-aged 😂 I really enjoyed Addie La Rue, Year of rest & relaxation, and Americanah. Can't wait to read Red Rising, which I bought a few months ago. Yes what did happen to the two other members of Destiny's Child and also Sugababes?! I'm adding some of your haul books to my wishlist right away... Feel you with the brain fog, but mine is perimenopause 🤪 Xx

[@asourcedivine]

your face when he loved lentils too much sent me. absolutely dying laughing. so glad I found your channel

[@NickellesNook]

😂😂😂 I’m glad you’re here!

[@isabellemenez5704]

I think you're doing just fine telling us about how the books make you feel, I like it that way👌And I hope you finally get a warm and sunny break !

[@abbyburns3127]

I have a January birthday but as someone who lives in a similar climate (the Pacific Northwest in the US) I am not offended in the least by your hatred of the month! We get a minute more of daylight per day from Dec 22st onward so that is my mantra until end of Feb when we finally have some daylight past 5:00 pm 😅

[@lisanelson3415]

The invisible life of Addie larue is amazing I loved it 5* beautifully written ❤️

[@ceeveegee]

i'm 80% through it at the moment and really enjoying the read 🥰

[@NickellesNook]

Ahh you guys are making me really excited to read it! Thanks for your input. I’m glad you’re enjoying it ❤

[@BlackRoseAndTomes]

What a fun way to spend your anniversary! I can't wait for Deep End! Sports Romance are one of my faves!

[@NickellesNook]

I’m currently reading it and REALLY enjoying it so far! 🥰

[@BlackRoseAndTomes]

That makes me so happy! I can't wait until it is out! If you haven't read any other Ali Hazelwood books you should try them. Love Hypothesis was a favorite of mine!

[@Tarahrand]

Hi! I love your videos, and I recently got into books. I have a few questions for you. How do you start a booktube channel? I’ve been thinking of what I would name my channel and I was wondering if I should use my first and last name or just my first and add book nook or library, something to do with books. Plz tell me your opinion.

[@NickellesNook]

Ah thank you! ❤️ Tbh I just kind of fell into this community, I just wanted to speak to other people about books, created my first video one afternoon not really excepting much and here we are, over a year later! 😅 My advice: start today! ✨ Also re: channel name. It’s entirely up to you! You’ll think of a name and it’ll come to you. If not, just use your actual name. ☺️ Feel free to share your channel when you start one.

[@Tarahrand]

@ thank! And I will! 😁

[@mamutshilanda9822]

I love that you and hubby read together. It's a dream of mine.😅 I love historical fiction, and the book trapped in history has arisen a curiosity in me for sure. Also, take the holiday! You really sound like you need one. 😊

[@NickellesNook]

Omg you need to convince him sis!!!! Mine wasn’t much of a reader at all, but now he’s beginning to love it like me. Yeah it does sound pretty good doesn’t it?! I know, we haven’t even booked our honeymoon either, but I think that won’t happen until next year. We keep putting it off 😂🙈

[@littlechicks3520]

Oh my goodness, i couldnt agree with you more about January, im completely over it now! What better therapy than a trip to Waterstones though?! Huge congratulations on your anniversary too.

[@NickellesNook]

Haha it’s awfully isn’t it! 😂 Aww thank you ❤

[@thejoysofhoardingbooks]

I love your videos and you are so unique as a Book Tuber. Don't be so hard on yourself. Your content is amazing. You are out there doing it! People love how genuine and vulnerable you are as well. You had some amazing book recs in this video.

[@NickellesNook]

Ahh thank you so much! I’m my own biggest critic 😅 Thank you for your kind words ❤

[@ThatIrishSarah]

Totally get the january books, new books are a fun way to give some fresh purpose i think. Love the chill rambling vibe of your videos.

[@neetupd8510]

You are doing just great Nickelle!We love your videos ❤😊

[@klowne26]

I totally understand your January blues! The weather in this country has been absolutely miserable - and it's only been my holidays abroad this last year that have given me a consistent dose of vitamin D. I soooo hope you can get away for some sunshine this year because it makes the world of difference. Love your videos, and love the real chat.

[@NickellesNook]

It’s dreadful sometimes isn’t it?! However when we do get warm sunny days in the UK, they’re unmatched! ☀️🥰 Thank you so much for your kindness! Fingers crossed we have a great summer this year 🤞🏾

[@cosmotsfeel]

Can wait for you to read Chimamanda !! She is soooo gooood and FINALLY releases a new book in march 2025 ❤

[@NickellesNook]

Ahh really?!? That’s exciting! Certainly need to get a wiggle on and read this one

[@taryndancer29]

I have a January birthday and I hate it too 😅

[@stylebee29]

I can't wait to hear what you think about red rising!

[@ksloan1]

The Ali Hazelwood one sounds kind of like the straight version of Heels Over Head by Elyse Springer. It’s about two swimmers who are olympics bound. It’s good, definitely recommend 🙂

[@NickellesNook]

Thank you for the recommendation!! 🙌🏾

[@andraste6746]

I loved Americanah and Addie La Rue. Red Rising is brutal and so riveting.

[@janetgriffin7779]

Empire of Pain is EXCELLENT!!!

[@sarahfrith1984]

Thinking about rejects now I’m thinking of the girl rejected from the spice girls, I wonder if she’s in that book!

[@NickellesNook]

I didn’t even know about this?! Was she kicked out early on before they were famous? I’ll have to have a read and see!

[@sarahfrith1984]

@ Michelle Stephenson I believe her name was, she left before they released wannabe! I think she was fired or quit because she disagreed with their pop style! I think it must be so strange for her now seeing how famous they are!

[@istanbullu-p4m]

Goodnight🎉 I love you.❤

[@GeraldineRowe]

Congratulations on your girlfriend/boyfriend anniversary. When I was planning my wedding I noticed that our girlfriend/boyfriend anniversary was one of the dates offered, so I chose it specifically so our anniversary would stay the same. This year we'll be celebrating 21 years of marriage and 29 years together on 8 May. Oh, and I totally agree about January and February. Horrible.

[@NickellesNook]

Awww that’s so lovely!!! Huge congratulations to you and your partner for May! ❤was thinking the same thing when we planned our wedding, but we agreed we didn’t want our wedding anniversary to be in a cold, dark and bleak January. 😅

[@okaywhatev4]

I think you’ll really like Americanah!

[@DEBateBooks]

My birthday is in January but I understanddddd, the darkness at 4pm is not it 😭 I’ve got the invisible life of Addie la rue on my tbr too!! Another buddy read?! Cracking up at the billy bookshelf montage, Toby won’t even let me near flat pack he knows it’s not gonna go well 😂 Americana sounds soooo interesting, adding that to my tbr right now!! Can’t wait to hear what you think of red rising cos I’ve been thinking of picking up for so long, love that you’re doing as a buddy read with your hubby!! 🥹 not liquid dreams trying to copyright you in dying 😂😂😂 speaking sunny destinations in 2025 in existence for you 💕☀️☀️

[@NickellesNook]

Ahhh I did think when I was editing this, oh no it’s debz birthday in Jan! It’s also my dad and two of my besties birthdays in Jan too. So I’ve offended you all. 😅😂I do apologise! Yes yes yes! We need another buddy read to do as I don’t have book 3 from the MP series yet. OMG I’m so pleased that you’re like me with the flat pack! I felt so stupid for not being able to do it. 🙈 I know it’s meant to be simple but my god, I HATE IT! 😂😂 It serves me right for being shady and assuming they’re a washed up boy band. I believe they’re still doing shows here and there. Oh my goodness thank you so much! And the same to you ❤ I do hope you had a lovely, cosy bday! I can’t wait to see the vlog soon 💕🎉

[@alison_5050]

Did you ever read Cherry by Nico Walker? I remember you buying it but don't think I've seen you mention it. I read it on audiobook & enjoyed it but suspect it might be a bit marmite!

[@NickellesNook]

No I haven’t gotten around to it yet! 😅🙈 still on my list to read though. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Do you recommend the audio version?

[@alison_5050]

@NickellesNook yeah (and I'm very quick to ditch an audiobook haha) I think so. On Storygraph reviews some people said they struggled with all the army abbreviations on audio but to me, I just let it wash over me- I could follow the narrative fine without worrying about those details. Short too 👍

[@chocolateoreo6489]

Happy belated dating anniversary to you and your husband ❤

[@mollyjaybooks]

Yeah DIY is not in my capacity either! 😂 Also, £7 for a hardback is a bargain!!! I know what you mean re chronic illness, I have found just doing 2 buddy reads in 2 months with a friend online is too much for me! 😅 So no worries about uploads/commenting back and such, just do what you're able! ❤

[@NickellesNook]

Haha I’ve found my people 😂 Omg yeah it can be a lot can’t it, especially if you’ve been in a recent flare. I can’t read too much if I’m in a prolonged flare/crash. Thanks for understanding ❤

[@mollyjaybooks]

@NickellesNook Lol yay!! 🥳😂 Yeah it is! You're welcome, chronically ill peeps got to stick together! 😄❤️

[@nataliemoon1512]

Nothing better than a book haul. You would love N.galilea's LEAD ME WHERE THE LIGHT IS OURS found it online blurb

[@dawnlizreads]

5:21 With age, comes wisdom - in my case, knowing I didn't stand a chance of building my Ikea bedframe myself and hiring someone on TaskRabbit

[@NickellesNook]

😂😂😂 this is what I needed!!!! I like your thinking.

[@chocolateoreo6489]

Aw, I hope the SAD is decreasing in its affects for you❤ I’m sorry you are struggling mood wise

[@AwkwardBookworm]

Love Addie Larue 🩵

[@MichelleReadsandVlogs]

🥹🥹🥹 hello Nickelle, I’m missing KZbin too! I am feeling better than I was, but progress is very slow. Hope you’re well and enjoy Red Rising ❤

[@MichelleReadsandVlogs]

Your reaction to the morning after pill made me want to share. I dated a guy whose mum was a volunteer at the 2012 london Olympics (she’s a gp). The most common prescription she gave out was the morning after pill 😂 It makes sense, all these fit young people with a lot in common and wanting a good time 😊

[@NickellesNook]

❤❤❤❤ Ahhh Michelle! It’s SO lovely to hear from you. You are missed, you really are. I’m glad to read that you’re feeling a little better, but yes I understand it takes time. Please look after yourself and take care. Yes, I am enjoying it so far thank you. It’s a little slow in the beginning, but I guess that’s because of the world building. I hope you’re reading/listening to something atm if you’re able to. I’m sending you so much love and spoons your way. I hope and pray to see you back on our screens soon. 🤍

[@DreamingStories8]

I DNFd The Invisible Life Of Addie Larue but I really hope it will work for you😅 I just feel that the main character does not ring true to me. She pretty much feels like a regular young adult after being alive for centuries. I feel that this sort of experience is bond to leave some deeper marks on the personality. To me she felt shallow and uninteresting.

[@NickellesNook]

Oh no! 😂 Thanks for sharing though, I appreciate it! I hate it when a book disappoints you or the characters just seem to totally uninteresting and not captivating.