Here at Close-Up Culture, we are continuing our mission to celebrate some of the most inspiring and creative talents across the arts space. This time, we’re shining a spotlight on 20 exceptional bookish creators who are completely redefining online reading culture.
1. @KayleesBookClub
If your ideal weekend involves pumpkin spice lattes, cosy vlogs, and diving headfirst into an unsettling thriller, Kaylee belongs on your feed. She’s like the cool best friend you meet at your local bookstore, always ready to share her love for all things horror.
2. @Okaynees
Nisi’s feed is a beautifully curated creative space – spanning literature, fashion, music, and beyond – that’s completely captured our hearts here at Close-Up Culture. His curious and thoughtful approach to the arts – including classic literature – makes his page a must-follow.
3. @LucyLiterature
Spend a little time on Lucy’s page and you’ll learn a great deal. She makes intellectual content incredibly entertaining.
4. @Theas.BookShelf23
From Alice Feeney’s Rock Paper Scissors to Rachael Lippincott’s Five Feet Apart, Thea is a champion of books across all genres. She offers highly engaging reviews and interesting takes that will challenge your approach to literature.
5. @BradBoughtABook
Brad brings fun and positive energy to the LGBTQ+ BookTok community. His smile-inducing page is a celebration of M/M romance, graphic novels, and queer horror.
6. @VinoPapi23
Smitty is an essential follow for the high fantasy, romantasy, and sci-fi crowds. He treats five-star books like art, with passionate, high-energy reviews.
7. @FelixHervey
Felix is one classy – and likeable – fella! His videos are ideal for literature lovers and history buffs, especially those who enjoy beautiful editions and the stories behind great authors.
8. @PavisFrancesca
As a self-proclaimed “thriller girly,” Francesca keeps us hooked with daily recommendations and highly anticipated film adaptation updates – which, of course, we love here at Close-Up Culture.
9. @Read.With.Mo
Malia balances her quick-fire reading vlogs with incredibly honest, unapologetic hot takes on the community’s biggest trends. We predict she’ll fast become one of your favourite creators, if she isn’t already.
10. @OhHayBooks
@OhHayBooks brings an absolute wave of fun and enthusiasm to your page. Her energetic feed is packed with must-read recommendations like Crescent City and Starside.
11. @EllisRubyReads
Ellis has an endless supply of recommendations for readers looking to explore classic literature, fantasy and history, making her a perfect follow for anyone hoping to elevate their reading list.
12. @KassBookReviews
Kass takes a refreshing approach to fantasy, steering clear of generic tropes and sharing recommendations ranging from Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn and The Stormlight Archive series to standalone page-turners like The Spear Cuts Through Water.
13. @RaySlaterBerry
Ray puts the spotlight on LGBTQ+ fiction through creative videos about powerful contemporary stories. He’s also working on a YA fantasy novel, which we can’t wait to read!
14. @EllieRebecca123
Ellie’s beautifully articulated videos underline the power of reading in our age of short attention spans and AI. We promise her content will inspire you to slow down, challenge your perspective, and find true fulfilment in the pages of a great book.
15. @NiccyReads_
Niccy’s videos are all about creating the right atmosphere for a good reading session, from ambient lighting to the most comfortable spot to settle down with your fave book.
16. @KLHWriter
Kat captures the joy of collecting physical books with her eye-catching bookshelf tours and satisfying unboxings. From hunting down hidden gems at local shops to completing gorgeous special-edition sets like her Illumicrate Ali Hazelwood collection, her feed celebrates the beauty of a well-curated home library.
17. @EddieQuinnLemon_
A quick scroll through Eddie’s feed shows him holding a big stack of books in almost every thumbnail – and it’s this infectious energy that makes his channel so joyful. While he clearly loves diving into massive fantasy epics, he brings an instantly loveable presence to his content, occasionally teaming up with his girlfriend for a fun bookstore haul.
18. @What_Maja_Reads
Maja embodies the thrill of literary obsession as she meticulously guides readers through the sprawling Sarah J. Maas universe and shares six-star updates on ACOTAR 6. Her high-energy vlogs are an absolute must-watch for anyone currently losing their mind over massive romantasy community hits like SenLinYu’s Alchemised.
19. @TheLibraryOfDais
Dais is a bit of us at Close-Up Culture, as she unites a love for books with a passion for the West End. Her page stands out by matching theatre shows like Hadestown and Beetlejuice with classic book recommendations, making her feed an absolute dream for literature and stage lovers alike.
20. @CorrieReads
Corrie’s feed is a paradise for romantasy lovers. She shares recommendations and guides you toward your next epic read if you are currently going through withdrawals after finishing A Court of Thorns and Roses or Fourth Wing.
Who are your favourite book creators? Let us know in the comments!
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