Book Review | 4 reads that made my time off better 📚🔥

[@lovingmynaturalhair]

Don’t apologize for taking time off and time for yourself. I’m learning this very thing…protect my mental health! So glad you’re back 🤗

[@zarahilluminate]

Shoutout to the black man for saying yeah I had some mental health issues so I took care of me!!!!! 🫶🏽📚🩵

[@Celinelikedion]

not gonna lie, the way I cheered when I saw this in the feed 😅 sending all the positive vibes 💜

[@Olives_aura]

Same😂😂😅

[@Taysbookbabel]

me too!!

[@Elliedear]

COUSIN! 🎉 we’re glad to have you back.

[@LitVibesWithFive]

Thank you so much fam 🙌🏾

[@nellasharman3752]

we love a black man who reads! 💕 immediate subscribe ✨

[@mirrojas]

Hope all is well 5. Happy New Years!

[@Olives_aura]

It's okay to take a break❤ we are glad you are back and feeling better.

[@vanitylagail]

I know I recommended “The Convenience Store Woman” & it prompted my love for literary fiction.

[@tracinha6935]

Please never feel bad about having to take time to get your mind and body right! We all need that time to be our best and we all will be here when you come back. Glad you are feeling better 💜

[@a.s.-wq9no]

You admitted/shared what was going on with you and you did something about it. Thank you for being honest and not to worry about us. Step away when you need to.....we understand and we'll be here. Take care of yourself friend!

[@leaw333]

I'm so happy you're back to the family!!!😭♥

[@LitVibesWithFive]

I’m so glad to be back with the fam 😭🙌🏾

[@SybilBrand1969]

I’m so happy you’re back. We love your channel, vlogs trips to the bookstore and your recent Library visit. So sorry you have been going through a difficult season. Remember, everything is on God‘s timing and you may not understand it at the moment but just trust. 🙌🏼

[@seanforum]

Glad you're back. I hope all is well. You've inspired this mid 40s man to share my love of reading as well. Well done! Well done!

[@MemphisJones]

Cousin 5 - never apologize for putting yourself first. We respect that in you, and appreciate what you do for the culture.

[@smileytonya]

So glad you are in a better headspace! Take care of yourself.

[@LitVibesWithFive]

I really appreciate that. I will for sure!

[@gbmarlow]

Hey man. Just wanted you to know let you know much my wife and I enjoy your videos. Put yourself and your health first. We will be here waiting and grateful for each new video you post.

[@julesingreen]

So happy to see you're back! I really enjoy your energy and like to see you taking about books and reading and life.

[@LitVibesWithFive]

Thank you! I really do my best to be as genuine as possible every time 💙

[@Angelareadsalot]

So great to see you! We all need a break sometimes, and I’m so glad you took that for yourself. I absolutely LOVED Convenience Store Woman! I’m rather unconventional myself, and it was interesting to see how she dealt with that in her culture. Just leave people alone and let them be happy, yeesh.

[@glossy283]

Hey cousin! You were definitely missed, but just know that you are allowed to take breaks whenever and for however long you need to. You don’t owe anybody an explanation or apology. Just pop back in when you’re ready. With that said, welcome back!

[@jazmineabelard3397]

I am so glad you are back and in a better headspace! Keep on taking care of yourself and doing whart you love! 😊

[@jacquelinegonzalezmahr5301]

I have missed you. But life is life. Don’t apologize for taking the time. We all need it. I’m just glad you’re back. I now have more books to add to my TBR. I can’t tell you enough how refreshing your book reviews are. If I was teaching again you would definitely be required material. One thing that struck me this time. When you added ratings it felt odd. Because your review gave me everything I needed to know. I get that Goodreads requires it but your reviews are enough. They are honest, deeply felt and delivered so personally and with so much warmth… what can I say. I’m a fan!

[@tessib.1043]

You never need to apologize for taking a mental break. I am so happy that you did, and feeling better bc of it. I loved Portrait of Dorian Grey. It’s one of few books that I had to read in school that stuck me. I am definitely putting the other books on my TBR. ❤❤❤

[@SheReadALittle]

Hope you’re doing well 🫶🏽

[@Mollydogdesigns]

I just got home from a book sale at my library and saw your latest video waiting for me! What a great day! I have so many new books to read and one of favorite book tubers is back😄👏👏❤️❤️ so glad you’re back! 📚😄❤️

[@andreabaca-uo2yx]

I’m glad you’re back! I love your perspectives on books.

[@MRJLS15]

Love love book recommendations and so glad you are back and well much love.😊

[@Sundaymagpie]

Yayyyyyyyyyy you’re back!!!! Much respect for taking the time you needed.

[@cheriehughes7538]

Omg, I'm so glad you're back and doing well! You were definitely missed😊

[@tanyaembly7630]

Glad to have you back fam. I put these books on my TBR.

[@shelbycollier3586]

Your videos always make my day! Glad you’re back!

[@grlcarg0]

Lmaooooo you got me w the convenience store woman I had to DNF after like 20 pages (booorringggg) omg but imma finish it now

[@gonaye1]

As soon as I saw this on my feed I just smiled with joy. So happy to get a new video but also REALLY happy you chose self-care over stress. Please take as much time away as you need to find the right balance that works best for you. When your wholeness of self wins, I think we all win! 💪🏽

[@miamia_p]

Love your book reviews! Thanks for sharing and glad you’re doing better

[@Seonnie]

Glad to hear you're in a better place mentally, spiritually, etc! Also thank you for being a positive example of someone who is an avid reader but also someone who values their mental health. I struggle with taking time off like that, so I was really touched to hear you took the time off for yourself. Good to see you're back and can't wait to see your up-incoming content, Cousin! :D

[@meikusje]

Good to see you back! Taking a break is absolutely understandable, nothing to apologize for! Glad to see you back though!

[@baileydavis3952]

you said she put her whole foot in the book?? buying it tomorrow✍🏾✍🏾

[@thefatvegan5008]

Hope you’re doing ok. Haven’t seen you post in awhile.

[@wg43682]

DEFINITION of a comfort channel !!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@rosef.3741]

Always take care of you. Everything else can wait and glad you were able to do that and you’re feeling better !

[@elizabethramos2943]

Just a week ago I said “cousin hasn’t posted in a minute 🤔” lol so glad to see you on my screen!

[@LibrosBecca]

Hey. Welcome back, I was missing your videos. Good to know you are feeling better now. Keep going strong!

[@ladyd8800]

Glad to have you back cousin. Always love your book recs wrote them down..can't wait to do my book haul..😍

[@carolsparks9962]

So glad to see you again. Glad you're back and feeling better. God bless you. Take care of yourself first!!!!!

[@marial673]

So glad to see your face and know your ok ❤❤ we missed youuuu

[@dannyletcher5873]

Glad you're feeling better bro. Welcome back.

[@manic_swens]

Welcome back 🎉 Glad to hear you took the time to prioritize yourself and are feeling better for it

[@MB-hc9tk]

Some really great recommendations five , I’ve read 2/4 and I can say I agree with your reviews of those. Classics like Dorian can be a bit scary to get into because of the old language used but like ya said ya do get used to it and if you master Dorian well it does make you feel like you can delve into more classics because there’s some really brilliant ones. I wish Oscar had of wrote more novels this being his only one, the rest are plays but if you enjoyed it definitely read de profundis - he wrote that whilst in prison and it’s short but pssh I should of just underlined the whole book because it just hits you. The prophet by kahlil Gibran - another really short one that will have you marking up the entire book 😂 I’ve added the two books from this review I haven’t read yet to my tbr. I have another one (blacktop wasteland) you recommended before on there too , so looking forward to getting to those! Glad you’re feeling better , wishing you a good weekend!

[@goddess_eve21]

So good to have you back ... always good to step back and re-evaluate what is going on internally. Sending good vibes your way 🫂

[@successfulperson7657]

This is the first video of yours I’m watching, and you’ve gained a new subscriber! 😄

[@jesterarcn]

its been awhile! so good to see you!

[@emilyboman6023]

so glad to see a new video! glad you're feeling a bit better

[@shayjackson91]

Cousin I just thought about you earlier today. Was happy to see when you uploaded! Glad that you took care of yourself 🤗

[@kayhammock]

Welcome back! No apology is necessary for taking care of yourself! ❤

[@christinec2625]

I’ve seen many reviews on here for Convenience Store Woman and will have to order it. I’m glad you took care of yourself. It’s so important nowadays. Great video as always.

[@JayGTheAwkwardBookworm]

Glad you took a needed break 🩵

[@Greeneggsnblam]

Welcome back! Hope you’re doing better

[@LitVibesWithFive]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that 🤞🏾

[@ninageez]

So glad you're back!! Always prioritize your well-being. I thought I'd recommend a book that I read somewhat recently and that I found very entertaining. The book is Everyone in my Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson.

[@euniceruth6167]

Yay! so glad to have you back on YT! Quality up as well, I see you!

[@LitVibesWithFive]

Thank you 🙌🏾🔥

[@prettygirlvsg]

Welcome back cuzzin! We missed you. Glad you’re doing better. ❤

[@ladiepink]

Hey cousin five ! I’m glad u took time to regroup mentally please always take care of you first ! Trust we gone be here when u return fam!! Now let see what u finna have me add to my tbr !

[@daveighreichenbach301]

yayyy we missed you!! glad you put yourself first 🤗 could you link your goodreads so i can find and follow easier?

[@12sweet]

Welcome back. I'm glad you're doing better. Great reviews 🫡

[@lela1002]

I literally just thought how I haven't seen any reading updates from you in a while and then I sew that you just posted something :)

[@Greeneggsnblam]

We miss you and your videos!

[@MamaBookFox]

Ayyyyyy we missed you 🫶🙌 glad to have you back 🙏

[@Chazzyxo]

happy to see you back

[@evieonthetv]

Cousin!! So glad you’re doing better and have come back! Even my bf who isn’t on booktube is glad you’re back too!🙏🏽

[@tochasmith3300]

The Convenient Store Woman was exhausting. Her life was perfectly fine until she let other people get in her head. I felt so bad for her and annoyed at the same time 😂

[@tochasmith3300]

My bad! I’m happy for you are doing well. Please continue to take care of yourself 😊

[@LitVibesWithFive]

Nah fr tho lol 😂 very much annoyed and sympathetic at the same time & thank you!

[@xxCX4xx]

Welcome back king. I was thinking about you and your content the other day. I was wondering where you've been. I'm glad you're doing well and thriving 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@StoryGirl1128]

Glad you’re back, Cuz! Missed you!

[@rumifulbright2345]

Glad to see you back. Yes you were missed. No need to be sorry. Yes, Take care of You first. Cause if You don’t no one will. 😊

[@CulinaryCrime]

Was starting to wonder if you were ever coming back. So glad you took care of you, and are back to share your books.

[@celtadiabolica]

good to see you back cuz!

[@jenkooper8647]

Missed you! Glad to hear you’re doing better😊

[@gina9976]

Hey! You're back!!! So happy to see you!

[@ecrawl4902]

Never feel bad about taking a mental health break! We all need to take one sometimes. Loved this video - keep it up!

[@TiliaHaggstrom]

Damn you have such a nice voice, even watched the sponsorship

[@pearlthene]

Right? It’s so calming 😂

[@cassielovesreading]

Welcome back, cuz!!! Glad that you're feeling better 😊

[@agl5132]

As a retired Psych Caseworker I 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 you. We all need a break and when we don't allow ourselves that break we run into problems. As a writer I also have to take breaks for health reasons and just to avoid burnout. I love that you're taking some writing classes. We release so much through writing. Our world opens up as we release, process and grow.

[@yaszit2210]

The Picture of Dorian Grey is a good book and Oscar Wilde adapted it into a movie as well that was equally good. PS never apologize for prioritizing you- can’t share this part of yourself with your followers if you don’t first make certain that you create space for your peace… protect it and yourself at all times… blessings to you. 🙏🏾

[@torreymanz]

Thanks for the book recs, Cousin Five! Glad you took some time off and are feeling better. 🤗

[@SharnettASL]

Happy to hear that you are doing better, welcome home!

[@matthewthompson0]

the fact that nobody talks about the book called Manifestation Hacks by Olivia Cooper speaks volumes about how people are stuck in a trance

[@jael4612]

🗣️Cousin 5 back !!!💯

[@CarraRenee]

Glad you took time fr your mental health. Like how your reads are different. Enjoyed hearding your honest thoughts about each book.

[@hilarylauren6112]

Great reviews and recommendations. Adding them to StoryGraph asap 😊

[@ashcasseragonzalez3701]

So excited to see that you're back!! Im really glad to hear that you're doing better after your break :D Glad you got to read Convenience Store Woman! It is a slower pace, but I love it for all the same reasons you liked it too!

[@mandyellis876]

So glad you’re back with the book recs. I love your channel. All the best from Ireland

[@keatsiann]

prayin for you man hope you’re getting good rest and recuperation!!

[@farbeneath6581]

Happy to have you back! Glad you are feeling better I will always be happy when you post even if there is a long time in between videos :)

[@nikkiwarbucks3410]

I hope all is well❤❤

[@Its_Ev]

So glad you’re back!

[@FrancescaLeann]

Welcome back!! Praying for you 🙏🏾

[@LitVibesWithFive]

Prayers are definitely appreciated for sure! Thank you!

[@juliahinson7867]

So glad you’re back!! Never apologize for taking care of yourself. We love you, we support you, we’ll wait for you! ❤❤❤

[@shelbymoore1174]

So happy you’re back! Please don’t ever feel like you need to apologize for taking a break and prioritizing yourself. We will always be here for your return ❤️‍🩹

[@jackiesview6874]

I’ve been playing your videos in my background while I work. So therapeutic💚

[@owlandgatorstitcher]

Glad to have you back. I also loved Convenient Store Woman and I have Portrait of Dorian Gray on my tbr.

[@donnyjones7803]

Take care of ur mental. Reading vibes are gonna skyrocket again once winter hits

[@beany02135]

So glad you are back & doing better.. What is your name on good reads….

[@verucabeckwith3014]

So good to see you! And I am happy to hear you're doing better ❤