☕ my reading routine & cozy autumn times 🍂 | reading vlog #14

yeah boys it's another reading vlog! This week i tried to really amp up the cosy autumn fall times and read some horror -ish books. I also share my new evening reading route! Hope you enjoy :)
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Hi! My name is Leonie and I am a 23 year old girl who loves talking about books! From YA to non-fiction to classics, I read it all (although fantasy will always be my fave). I live in the Netherlands and go to university, but make booktube videos in my spare time :)
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[@thearcanearchives]

Gosh if only I had a friend like you who would rant about books and nodge me to read more and just bring the vibes I thrive for!!! I LOVE YOU!!!

[@aless.andra9620]

"Frankenstein" has sweet-sweet descent-into-madness storyarc, so hopefully you will love it!💕

[@TheBookLeo]

ohhh that makes me excited :D

[@sethboden6657]

you probably dont give a shit but if you are stoned like me during the covid times then you can stream all the latest movies on InstaFlixxer. I've been watching with my girlfriend for the last couple of weeks xD

[@brayancanaan6218]

@Seth Boden Definitely, I have been using instaflixxer for months myself :)

[@aless.andra9620]

"To Kill A Mockingbird" was just alright for me. I know some people who absolutely loved it, and while I personally appreciated all the great messages, I didn't connect with it as much as I wanted to. That's the thing with classics - some of them turn up increadible and all-time favorites, while some of them worth reading just to know what they are about, but you wouldn't want to reread them over and over again.

[@satopin7770]

your town seems so adorable and perfect during the autumn months! the music in those clips was perfect too!

[@martinareyes29]

my new hobbie is watching these cozy videos whenever I feel overwhelmed by school stuff so ty

[@dnovess]

They are called slippers

[@aless.andra9620]

I get Leonie's confusion - in my native language we use different words for indoor slippers and outdoor slippers, so much so that you don't even think of them as variations of the same shoes, and instead as two different types of shoes.

[@15nicinho]

Or house shoes

[@mymessynotebook2207]

For me it’s not that I get distracted by new releases, I get distracted by classics. I always want to read new releases but I’m so busy reading classics and my backlist next thing I know the new releases are the backlist snd the back list is classics 😂

[@alieneleni]

hitchhikers guide is hilarious! you will not be disappointed. i recommend it to literally everyone.

[@IReadToday]

Your reading journal spreads are always STUNNING

[@ScullyPop]

You got me with the hot tea and meditations.

[@uwu-sd4sf]

leonie and i are becoming more and more similar these days 😂 I also really love listening to ambient music while reading and also while working, I usually go for the scary, creepy ones though like playlists created by Cryo Chamber. Also scented candles! 💖

[@uwu-sd4sf]

To Kill a Mockingbird is a really great book and it’s one of my all time faves! Maybe it’s because I read it as a teenager that’s why it left such a huge impact on me but still I think it’s a worthwhile read. Hope you get to reading it soon! 😊

ASMR rooms/ambiance is THE move! I also can't listen to music whilst reading, so these videos are perfect!

[@sophia.but.better]

Leonie putting on eyeshadow: aaa I can’t understand how people can do this everyday Me with my false eyelashes, eyeshadow, etc that I wear very often outside: 👁👄👁

[@MyHoodTookMeUnder]

when i read i love to be cozy and snuggled up and the perfect way for me to be that is with a hoodie blanket i got from mrblankey.com💕 i love it so much it is so soft and comfy!

[@melisajohnson6182]

yep, they are great at that!

[@flouee6513]

Love the video and I thought Emily in Paris was a movie this whole time until you said it was a show lol

[@darkacademiacafe8238]

I had the same sort of feelings toward Mexican Gothic! In April I read another book written by the same author and did not enjoy it because of the writing style, so I was extremely (like: Extremely) sceptical about picking this one up. When I started it I was a bit meh but as you said it slowly builds itself up and ends up being such an atmospheric and entertaining read!

[@TheBookLeo]

yes exactly! i haven't read any of her other books but i will say i wasn't a huge fan of the writing style in this one

[@gustavogutierrez2709]

Please record your initial thoughts after watching Midsommar and The Witch! They’re definitely films that stick with you because of how much they stand out. And if you haven’t seen it, add The Lighthouse to that list.

[@Madellien]

That orange eyeshadow look is my everyday look 😄

[@TheBookLeo]

love that!

[@coleton7048]

The 100 is on Netflix and totally a show you would enjoy, it's right up your alley and it's really good.

[@lauraaiello5223]

I absolutely love your reading vlogs! They are my favourite kind of video 😍

[@daracool9901]

I need more reading journal content

[@TheBookLeo]

i have a video in which i talk all about how i organise it!

[@LittleMew133]

Wow, the Netherlands at twilight in the rain is beautiful~

[@lyndiemaydeles7260]

I'm currently reading Wilder Girls. Have you thought of doing a vlog of you doing a reading journal?

[@mariasadecka164]

I found your channel a couple of weeks ago and I still do not understand how I could live without your videos before! I love everything about your channel and I want to thank you for making my life much better. ♥️

[@fivestripes897]

14:14 visual sensation and imagination don't always get along with each other.

[@TalentedTeensOf1998]

I love your videos! They're so relaxing and aesthetically pleasing ☕ Btw I think indoor shoes are called slippers in English ❤

[@nnnnn2010]

You are the chillest booktuber i like

[@katelynnorris9624]

I'm reading Wilder Girls in Oct. too!

[@Erika.V]

Ohhh! Miracle Forest at 12:55 ❤️ her style!

[@readerssea]

i am living for all the vibes here!!

[@JessicaNicoleDickerson]

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who struggles to open up wine bottles 😆💕

[@TheBookLeo]

haha and i never seem to learn!

[@brettbosley779]

I'm glad to know I'm not the only one who struggled with Mexican Gothic - some times I thought I might be too critical, then the next page would have another dollop of bad writing. Ended up with 2 stars, because the ending was kind of neat, but didn't make up for the numerous times I almost DNF'ed. Only didn't because it was my book of the month and I'd paid money. And Amen on the ANSR ambiance channels on here. Like you, I can't have music on if I'm reading - also when writing - but even if I am doing something hobbyish with music I will have it on.

[@CarlaGReads]

every time I watch your content it makes me want to move to the Netherlands

[@annabelrianne693]

Yessss I love the ASMR ambiences!! I love the Harry Potter and rain ones the most. But I also have a music playlist with quiet songs without singing. Also works!

[@annabelrianne693]

Also I looooooved the skirt and flower top combo! Super autumnal :)

[@marianagfx]

if autumn was a person it would 100% be you!

[@san2709g]

Yes yes yes hitchhiker's guide to the galaxy! My absolute favorite book series

[@subtlefire7256]

I always find it funny that, while many people struggle to get to their backlist TBR because of all the new releases, it can take me YEARS to get to a newer release I really do want to read because of other, older books out there that have been on my mind for longer. And thus the bookish behaviours vary lol.

[@wingcastlereads5657]

Same 😂

[@kiwigogo11]

I always use ASMR ambiance when I read too! Life changing.

[@nathaliagoncalves1655]

25 MINUTES, i’m so happy

[@autumndavenport9357]

Love your fashion in this vlog!

[@veerajakamthe3983]

okay but if you haven't read The Book Thief, YOU NEED TO! it's a masterpiece

[@fortress6721]

There’s something about ur videos that makes me love and enjoy ur videos a lot

[@maayans.181]

Haha felt you about Emily in Paris, I watched the whole show in 2 days (oops 😋) and thought to dress pretty and go to a walk outside BUT... when I got out with the mask on in 34°c (at the evening) the magic completely disappeared haha Love your videos, you're great!

[@nathaliagoncalves1655]

i just loved her umbrella

[@leoniesliberi]

I wish I was as skilled with putting on eyeshadow as some people are, but I hardly ever apply any makeup at all, so I‘m really not experienced hh

[@victoriabyers5161]

In Canada we call them slippers! This was such a cute video

[@nerdyshitwithjess6893]

Your face with the wine thing is hilarious 🤣🤣🤣

[@thebookbelle]

Such a cosy vlog, I loved this!

[@DayDreamr16]

The Hogwarts Library is one of my favorite ASMR rooms. Also the Hufflepuff common room 💛

[@courtgarris1396]

Mexican Gothic was the same for me.....I had to really push through the first half and once I hit a little past the halfway mark it FLEW by! I ended up really enjoying it!! That skirt is so freaking cute!! Love your vlogs so much!!!

[@plisert]

Hello Leonie. Think you should give a try to graphic novel Saga; quite popular but i think it has every merit for it, personally prefer that art concept. Still haven't gone through volume 2 and 3, but found the first with a story quite fresh and gorgeous creative illustration. See you and happy Autumn

[@callista4401]

So glad you like Chloe brown so far! I enjoyed it too for someone who don’t usually pick up romance and I love the second book ‘take a hint, Dani Brown’ sooo much more!! ❤️

[@abigailjose3812]

Slippers ☺️ they’re cute

[@KFoxtheGreat]

I love yoga with Adrien! I'm so happy you do her routines too 😂

[@tavistallings8112]

Same!! She is so easy to understand and her voice is soothing

[@fortress6721]

I’m binging your reading vlogs I just enjoy them so much

[@aubreylez6938]

you should always wash the clothes if you buy them from a vintage store, thrift shop etc

[@sabothebooklover1978]

This was such a Cozy Video Vibes 🍁🍂🍁 great for Octobers

[@JayGTheAwkwardBookworm]

Ooo wilder girls is a perfect october read!

[@isabellaandrade4776]

This video was soooo good to watch. You go girl ❤❤ and I barely use makeup cause I live in Rio de Janeiro which is too freaking hot so no 🤣🤧

[@AR-yi4qn]

Thank you for bringing us on your walk! I just moved away from Leiden and I miss it soooo much, it's my favourite town in the world 🥰

[@nejohnsonbooks]

Well im past 30 and the 9 to 5 and family never worked out but I've read almost your whole list so I think I'm still winning at something.

[@wingcastlereads5657]

Howl's moving castle is a breeze to read! It is one of my favourites 😁 Fair warning: it is VERY different from the ghibli movie, especially the second half

[@valerieniemeyer9557]

Omg I love seeing those Netherlands streets! 😭 one of my favorite places to visit! Love your editing, outfits, everything!!

[@asmalljoy]

What a fun cozy video! Thank you for sharing your reading routine.

[@betheltorres2550]

This vlog is chef's kiss! 👌 Definitely made my day better since I'm going to have an exam.

[@venfeee6959]

I love the vibes of your videos so so much 😱😱

[@nikwolf7722]

I highly recommend Hitchhiker's Guide!! I read it for the first time this year and normally I don't like science-fiction but I absolutely loved this one - it's so quirky and strange and absolutely hilarious, I laughed out loud so much while reading it (also the audio books are read by Martin Freeman and they are literal perfection)

[@aubreyjdickens]

now i cant wait for you to also read take a hint dani brown. we love the pure seratonin that is talia hibbert's sense of humor

[@alliepizzemento9003]

Really loved this vlog. So much asmr-like audio 😍

[@jamesduggan7200]

in vino veritas

[@Fiona_Co]

I am missing fall so much right now.

[@chloepoudrier9309]

omg I watched the movie The Witch last weekend and it was inSANE 😨

[@wandguardnoodle]

lmao I just watched your newest (?) vlog in which you still had that wine bottle almost full of wine and made that bottle into a vase for dried roses xD

[@eirasjahin]

Hey Leonie, can you do a video about your bullet journal? It looks basic and if it is basic I will use it 😂😂 I hope you do that, thanks already ✨💞

[@bambi.]

Omg your thursday fit is perfect

[@samsamuels8328]

Comment no. 100! A. You're amazing! ❤❤❤ B. OMG I have to have your wardrobe!!! 😍 C. What I do with normal sized graphic novel volumes is that I don't start them unless I can finish them in one sit... D. I don't ware a lot of makeup usually, just when my girlfriend ask me too really...

[@cgboldt]

Monstress is one of my all time favorite graphic novels.

[@hannahschneider9761]

"Howl's Moving Castle' is in my Top 3 Favourite Books of all time. (Actually 1 and 2 are Jane Eyre and The Silmarillion!). It is very very different from the film, but one of the few cases where I love the book and film equally because of their differences. The book is SO funny. Howl and Sophie has the most fantastic chemistry, especially since they are usually at loggerheads with each other. The writing is also incredibly clever - Diana Wynne Jones was a master storyteller. She is my favourite author. I really hope you enjoy it when you eventually get round to it. :)

[@sirenifin6750]

You should try reading with lofi jazz or hiphop. I love reading while listening lofi music

[@_echointhevoid_]

im glad youre wearing a mask outside :)

[@callista4401]

Woo I’m interested to know what you think of Jane Austin’s books! I never read because I felt intimidated by them and there’s a lot of books i prioritized but i feel like if you end up loving them it’ll be a huge push to start :)

[@TheBookLeo]

i'm intimidated by them as well haha but i just want to do it one day!

[@callista4401]

@@TheBookLeo of course no pressure take your time whenever you like!

[@weronikaryfka3088]

called slippers :) the black shoes

[@dandelion4288]

This was so cozy 🥺🧡🍂🍁

[@francescakyanda9182]

Your content is really varied, I think that's awesome!

[@mattkean1128]

It is a really cute skirt. Those last 50 pages of Mexican Gothic certainly got wild lol. And they say Paris is beautiful in the rain. I hope to see it someday!

[@baddiemoyd]

I loved this video, your content makes me so happy lol

[@quiteallwrite7566]

omg that intro was immaculate 😍

[@teresalovesbooks]

Yay for vlogging!!!

[@sophia.but.better]

I’ve read wilder girls and I have it 3.75 stars !! It’s definitely not scary or very gory (to me I guess haha) but I thought it was ok !!

[@oggarbagetea84]

I just got Wilder Girls today!

[@Codyline]

Watch the 2005 adaptation of Hitchhiker's Guide (with Martin Freeman), if you like it, you're gonna like the book. It's a very specific type of humour and it either works for you or it doesn't. :)

[@austinjohnbaker9521]

Lovely use of music throughout these vlogs

[@poisonedyoyo]

Personally I feel no need to do Lord of the Rings, even though I do like fantasy. I have read the HObbit and it was good, but every time I tried The Fellowship of the Ring, I got to page 77 and it had nothing to get me on, I felt ill from it, etc. And I lvoe calssic novels, it had nothing to do with the word choice. It is even more regupnant to me now that from the sounds of it women have almost zero involvement in it, if any at all. One Hundred Years of Solitude is AMAZING. No matter how you feel earlier, I promise you that the ending is 10/10.

[@Michelle-bk5uq]

Loved this vlog!!

[@Oggibogging]

I recommed a House of Spirits by Isabel Allende to get into magical realism!

[@tiffanymoton704]

they’re called slippers! lol

[@alanh1280]

I love your videos, they make me miss home... And i'm already at home, hahaha

[@normanorourke5832]

Indoor fluffy shoes are called Slippers in England. When will you get more bookmarks in your Etsy shop

[@catreadsabunch]

I love your new *slippers* !! Also, what is that app you were using to track books?!?

[@corinadelbarro2110]

The app is called Notion! She did a separate video on it that was super fun to watch. You should check it out, I ended up downloading it after seeing how she used it, hope this helped :)

[@catreadsabunch]

@@corinadelbarro2110 thank you!!!