In this video I’m walking you through the BEST books I read in 2025—the ones that weren’t just “five-star favorites,” but genuinely changed the way I think about reading and what I want to reach for next. I’m talking about the comforting, cozy reads that felt like a warm cup of something sweet, and also the books that absolutely gutted me in the best way. Basically: the stories that stuck to my ribs and followed me around long after I closed the cover. I also get into why these particular books hit so hard for me this year—how they shaped my reading mood, my TBR chaos, and the kinds of experiences I’m craving going forward (more comfort, more emotional honesty, and books that make me feel something). If you’re in a slump, rebuilding your reading taste, or you just want a list of “life-changing” recs to yearn and yap about, this is the one. And if you want to read along with me and keep the conversation going, I’ve got my book club over on Patreon and I’m always updating my Goodreads with what I’m picking up next.