From School Counselor to Bookstagram Star
“For me, there is no better way to relax and unwind than with a good book.”
Meet Stephanie, the wonderful mind behind @lunarosereads! Stephanie is an Elementary School Counselor, a loving wife, and a mother to two daughters, aged 8 and 11. She describes herself as an introverted extrovert with ADHD, poor sleeping patterns, and an obsessive personality.
Reading has always been a significant part of Stephanie's life, although she hasn't always been able to devote as much time to it as she would have liked, depending on the "season" of her life. However, as her daughters have gained more independence, Stephanie has found more "me time" to indulge in her love for books. Since starting her Bookstagram in June 2023, reading has become a constant joy in her life.
For Stephanie, there's no better way to relax and unwind than with a good book. Romance is her favorite “genre,” even though she admits to not loving the term. She's also branched out into romantasy and dark romance, but her ultimate comfort zone remains a good old fluffy and spicy rom-com.
Stephanie’s journey through the bookish world is sure to resonate with many, and her passion for reading is truly inspiring!
Stephanie’s Random Recs:
“My husband loves to read too. The average night for us is Ancient Aliens playing in the background while we read. Some day I may convince him to start his own Booksta. ”
Stephanie’s Fun Facts:
Her first taste of rom-com books was the entire Shopaholic series.
BIG Twilight fan and is living for the day that she gets to re-read that series with her daughters!
Tends to avoid overly emotional books due to the heavy nature of her job, preferring lighter reads. However, when she does venture into deeper, more intense books, she often ends up loving them. Still, if a review warns that a book will "tear your heart out," she's likely to pass.
Has gone through various phases, including fitness, food blogging, being a plant enthusiast, and exploring tarot and crystals. However, books are not just a phase for her—they are a lifelong passion!
Lover of the moon. If a book has a moon on the cover, she'll probably HAVE to buy it!
Follow Stephanie at @lunarosereads for a delightful mix of romance recommendations, from light-hearted rom-coms to darker, more intense reads.
