If there is one thing for sure, this week’s Bookstagrammer will be “there for you when the rain starts to fall!”. @africaanah is a connoisseur of all things bookish, Friends, poetry, and more! With a fun, cosy aesthetic and a ton of awesome recommendations, you’ll be hitting that follow button quicker than the claps in the Friends theme tune!
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Why did you start your Bookstagram?
I was always one with a book in her hands, mostly everywhere. There came a time where I stopped reading and I was busy with other stuff in life. To get back to reading, I decided to blog about it, and that’s when I found Bookstagram and it’s awesome community.
Where are you from?
I’m originally from Sudan but I was born, raised and living in Abu Dhabi.
What do you want your Instagram to bring to the world?
My Instagram is more than just about reading books, and encouraging others to do the same. It’s also a chance for me to inspire and get inspired.
Fun Fact about you:
When i’m not working or reading, I teach Zumba.
Favorite Bookstagrammers:
@theguywiththebook @everlasting.charm @kath_reads
Favorite Books and Authors:
Agatha Christie, Sidney Sheldon, Colleen Hoover, Nicholas Sparks
Fictional Crush: Mr. Darcy, always and forever.
TBR List:
WOW!! There’s just so many to share. That’s a question that shouldn’t be asked of a bookworm *laughs
What’s your special approach to content?
When I’m talking about books or recommending them, I like to share some poetry I wrote.
Aesthetic / Instagram page theme:
I like to post pictures of my bookshelf, where I read, the cafes I like to hang out in. I’m also a Friends fan, so I have quite the collection of their merchandise.
How often do you post?
I love to post daily.
What does your Bookstagram mean to you?
It’s a page where I share my reading, my musings, connect with others. It’s a great community.
Favorite Bookstore:
Magrudy’s and Kinokuniya
Who would you have supply you with a lifetime of books?
Berkley Romance Books. @berkleyromance I just love their books and covers.
Author to take a selfie with:
Colleen Hooover @colleenhoover
Favorite book cover:
Faker by Sarah Smith which I actually made a replica of.
Book you have claimed to have read that you didn’t?
None.
When did you know you had made it as a Bookstagrammer?
You kind of know when you get a lot of messages from all around, loving your page, asking for book recommendations, and all kinds of questions.
Favorite fandoms:
NONE
Advice for aspiring Bookstagrammers:
Have fun, read, don’t worry about numbers. And you can always say no to a book from a publisher if you are not interested. Don’t say yes just cause you’re offered one. Read what you love.
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Feature image via @africaanah