Reading nostalgic childhood favorites 🌞 Baby-Sitter’s Club by Ann Martin @LiteraryWanderings

Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

Still relishing summer vibes 🌞and settling into child hood nostalgia 🦄 with my reading choices. Reading Baby-Sitter’s Club (Ann Martin) for the day!

Reading nostalgic childhood favorites 🌞 Baby-Sitter’s Club by Ann Martin

$The Bookshop Ladies Spoiler Discussion🌷May Flowers Companion Read Hello & Welcome! Today’s cozy spring reading vlog is a spoiler discussion and deep dive into The Bookshop Ladies by Faith Hogan, which is our May Flowers Readathon companion read. I brought this book with me to the botanical gardens to finish and then share my thoughts because I wanted to create a place for everyone who read this companion book to gather and share thoughts together in the comments, within our own little book community. We’ll discuss the story, themes, characters, ending, and overall reading experience in a relaxed book club style chat. I have left *one* important secret intact so if you havent finished the book, youll still be in for a bit of a surprise (or shock maybe!). If you enjoy cozy reading vlogs, spring books, botanical garden aesthetics, thoughtful book discussions, and wholesome BookTube content, I hope you’ll feel right at home here. Grab a cup of tea, settle in somewhere peaceful, and let’s spend a spring afternoon doing a bookish deep dive together. 🌸 #BookTube #ReadingVlog #SpringReading #CozyBooks #MayFlowersReadathon ✨ *In this video* ✨ 01:00 Botanical Garden Intro 00:40 Spring Reading Vlog 03:35 A Note on Faith Hogan Books 04:10 Spoiler Discussion 07:50 A Note on the Audiobook 08:30 Book Review Part 12:00 Closing & Final Thoughts 📺 MAY FLOWERS READALONG LIVE DISCUSSIONS (tentatively planned): Fri May 15th at 7 PM EST - 1st half of the book Fri May 29th at 7 PM EST - 2nd half of the book 🌸 WAYS TO JOIN the May Flowers Readathon: – Have fun reading a book with flowers on the cover – Join the Group Read for some cozy seasonal vibes – Invite a friend to read along too – Use the hashtag #MayFlowersReadathon If youre curious about more information on the May Flowers Readalong, check out this video https://youtu.be/ng6O6UnJTnE ✨ *Let me know in the comments* ✨ Are you joining on the Community Readalong? And even if you’re not participating in the readalong, Id love to hear what book youve chosen with a flower on the cover as part of joining the May Flowers Readathon 🌸 ✨ *Books Mentioned* ✨ The Bookshop Ladies by Faith Hogan The Ladies Midnight Swimming Club by Faith Hogan If you enjoy cozy BookTube, you might also like my quiet reading vlogs, seasonal wrap-ups, and aesthetic bookish content. Feel free to subscribe & hit the 🔔 if you are looking for warm, comforting, bookish videos. ✨ *Connect with me in other places* ✨ http://instagram.com/rebeccasliterarywanderings COZY READER BOOK CLUB schedule & book choices at Substack https://thecozyreaderbookclub.substack.com/ ✨ *Buy used books and support independent booksellers* ✨ https://pangobooks.com/LITERARYWANDERINGS https://www.thriftbooks.com/share/?code=nEQpL5h4%252f%252fRexpzUSeTnlA%253d%253d (sign up for Thriftbooks Reading Rewards and spend $30 on your first order, and we BOTH get a FREE book reward!) Like Audio Books? Use this link https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm705279 {Rebecca’s Literary Wanderings is the place to find all things bookish: book recommendations, cozy reading vlogs, book hauls, book shopping, and Little Free Library adventures. Discover vintage gems, seasonal TBR picks, and tips for fellow book lovers who enjoy exploring new stories, hidden literary treasures, and cozy reading moments.} #BookTube #MayFlowersReadathon #Readalong #SpringReading #ReadingPlans$ $Rereading The Thorn Birds | Scrapbooking My Book Report | Cozy Literature Vlog Today Im doing something a little different: Im rereading Colleen McCulloughs epic family saga The Thorn Birds and am pairing it with a full 1980s-style book report and scrapbooking session. If you grew up in the 80s, you remember the assignment: a handwritten book report on lined paper, maybe with a flimsy plastic cover and a hand-drawn illustration and title page. Ill walk through my reread of this sweeping multigenerational story of the Cleary family. Weve got forbidden love, the Australian outback, Father Ralph de Bricassart, Meggie, and all the heartbreak, and a proper old-school book report, scrapbook-style to go with it. Ill share what stood out to me reading this 1977 bestseller as an adult and how the experience of scrapbooking while I read The Thorn Birds helped me slow down and really sit with the story. Whether youre here for the classic literature discussion, the scrapbooking and journaling inspiration, or just a cozy, quiet reading vlog to settle in with, I hope you enjoy. 📌 Timestamps: 0:00 — Rereading The Thornbirds Into 1:50 — Book report setup & scrapbooking supplies 2:45 — Scrapbooking process & page design 4:30 — Section 1 Meggie 5:00 — Section 2 Ralph 7:30 — Section 3 Paddy 9:10 — Section 4 Luke 11:45 — Section 5 Fee 14:00 — Section 6 Dane 15:15 — Section 7 Justine 16:15 — Final Thoughts on Scrapbooking ✨ *Let me know in the comments* ✨ Have you read The Thorn Birds or watched the series? And have you ever scrapbooked your reading experience? ✨ *What I used in this video* ✨ Art Sketch Book https://amzn.to/4wlKZvA Patterned paper Washi tape Stickers Highlighter https://amzn.to/4wl6lJm Tombows pen https://amzn.to/4vMhvpB The Thorn Birds by Colleen McCullough https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-thorn-birds_colleen-mccullough/297538/?resultid=3b6c1b4e-cdce-40b4-8357-7f4cd7e180a1#edition=4789550&idiq=85001949 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you enjoy cozy BookTube, you might also like my quiet reading vlogs, seasonal wrap-ups, and aesthetic bookish content. Feel free to subscribe & hit the 🔔 if you are looking for warm, comforting, bookish videos. ✨ *Connect with me in other places* ✨ http://instagram.com/rebeccasliterarywanderings COZY READER BOOK CLUB schedule & book choices at Substack https://thecozyreaderbookclub.substack.com/ ✨ *Buy used books and support independent booksellers* ✨ https://pangobooks.com/LITERARYWANDERINGS https://www.thriftbooks.com/share/?code=nEQpL5h4%252f%252fRexpzUSeTnlA%253d%253d (sign up for Thriftbooks Reading Rewards and spend $30 on your first order, and we BOTH get a FREE book reward!) Like Audio Books? Use this link https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm705279 {Rebecca’s Literary Wanderings is the place to find all things bookish: book recommendations, cozy reading vlogs, book hauls, book shopping, and Little Free Library adventures. Discover vintage gems, seasonal TBR picks, and tips for fellow book lovers who enjoy exploring new stories, hidden literary treasures, and cozy reading moments.} #booktube #thethornbirds #colleenmccullough #rereading #scrapbooking #bookreport #bookishcrafts #australianliterature #readingjournal #epicnovel$

Cozy Winter Reading Vlog | What I Read This Month

$Author Spotlight Noel Streatfeild This September marks 40 years since the passing of Noel Streatfeild, the beloved English author who gave us Ballet Shoes and the entire Shoe Books series (thank you to Youve got Mail for that name!). In this author spotlight, Im honoring her legacy by diving into her life, her books, and why her stories still matter four decades later. 📦 My Noel Streatfeild collection: In this video Im sharing the copies Ive collected over the years, from the vintage paperbacks of my childhood to a recently acquired vintage hardcover edition of Party Frocks to Dean Street Press lovely Susan Scarlett reprints (as part of their Furrowed Middle Brow series). 📖 Who was Noel Streatfeild? Mary Noel Streatfeild (24 December 1895 – 11 September 1986) was an English childrens author who became one of the most cherished writers of the 20th century. She wrote novels for children, adults, and romantics at heart. Forty years after her death, her books remain in print, beloved by many readers who resonate with the warmth of her stories. 📌 In this video I cover: 00:00 – Intro 00:50 – Her life 1:30 – The Shoe Books 3:35 – Vicarage Series (autobiographical) 5:00 – Deep dive: Party Frock 6:45 – Family at Caldicott Place 7:20 – The Magic Summer 8:45 – My personal recommendations 9:15 – Christmas Compilation 10:15 – Adult Books 11:45 – Susan Scarlett Romances 13:15 – My personal recommendations 14:15 – Final Thoughts ✨ *Books Mentioned* ✨ Link to eversions of most of her books https://amzn.to/4qqa9qy Link to the autobiographical Vintage series https://amzn.to/3U9eDpB Dean Street Press Susan Scarlett reprints https://www.deanstreetpress.co.uk/pages/author_page/92 Shoe Books https://www.thriftbooks.com/series/shoes/38926/ Christmas Stories https://amzn.to/4xY3Qx7 ✨ *Let me know in the comments* ✨ Have you read any of Noel Streatfeilds books? What are your favorites? This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you enjoy cozy BookTube, you might also like my quiet reading vlogs, seasonal wrap-ups, and aesthetic bookish content. Feel free to subscribe & hit the 🔔 if you are looking for warm, comforting, bookish videos. ✨ *Connect with me in other places* ✨ http://instagram.com/rebeccasliterarywanderings COZY READER BOOK CLUB schedule & book choices at Substack https://thecozyreaderbookclub.substack.com/ ✨ *Buy used books and support independent booksellers* ✨ https://pangobooks.com/LITERARYWANDERINGS https://www.thriftbooks.com/share/?code=nEQpL5h4%252f%252fRexpzUSeTnlA%253d%253d (sign up for Thriftbooks Reading Rewards and spend $30 on your first order, and we BOTH get a FREE book reward!) Like Audio Books? Use this link https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm705279 {Rebecca’s Literary Wanderings is the place to find all things bookish: book recommendations, cozy reading vlogs, book hauls, book shopping, and Little Free Library adventures. Discover vintage gems, seasonal TBR picks, and tips for fellow book lovers who enjoy exploring new stories, hidden literary treasures, and cozy reading moments.} #BookRecommendations #ReadingRecommendations #noelstreatfeild #balletshoes #authorspotlight #booktube #childrensclassics #shoeBooks #vintagebooks #classicliterature #bookreview #bookcollection$ $The Author Behind The Secret Garden & A Little Princess: Frances Hodgson Burnett In this author spotlight, we dive into the life and legacy of Frances Hodgson Burnett, the beloved British-American writer behind some of the most cherished childrens classics of all time. From the rags-to-riches story of Little Lord Fauntleroy to the magical garden at the heart of The Secret Garden and the enduring hope of A Little Princess, Burnetts stories have shaped generations of readers. But its her leser-known adult novels that have me enthralled these days! ✨ *In This Video* ✨ Frances Hodgson Burnetts early life (born in Manchester, England in 1849 and immigrated to Tennessee as a young adult) How she went from struggling writer to one of the highest-paid authors of her time The real-life inspirations behind her most famous characters and settings Themes of resilience and healing in her adult works Whether youre a longtime fan of her classic childrens literature and now interested in her adult novels, or if youre new to her entirely,this author deep dive offers something for everyone. ✨ *Let me know in the comments* ✨ Which Frances Hodgson Burnett book is your favorite? Let me know in the comments! ✨ *Books Mentioned* ✨ The Secret Garden https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-secret-garden-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/265048/?resultid=08bacc07-46d2-458c-a8a0-35c048cfee46#edition=75670160&idiq=89097661 A Little Princess https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/a-little-princess-by-frances-hodgson-burnett-barbara-mcclintock/333101/#edition=57525621&idiq=44196344 Little Lord Fauntleroy https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/little-lord-fauntleroy_frances-hodgson-burnett/626802/#edition=6448833&idiq=6241494 The Making of a Marchioness https://bookshop.org/a/124748/9781603863599 The Shuttle https://bookshop.org/a/124748/9781539389354 Beyond the Secret Garden by Ann Thwaite (source biography) https://amzn.to/3RjduL1 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you enjoy cozy BookTube, you might also like my quiet reading vlogs, seasonal wrap-ups, and aesthetic bookish content. Feel free to subscribe & hit the 🔔 if you are looking for warm, comforting, bookish videos. ✨ *Connect with me in other places* ✨ http://instagram.com/rebeccasliterarywanderings COZY READER BOOK CLUB schedule & book choices at Substack https://thecozyreaderbookclub.substack.com/ ✨ *Buy used books and support independent booksellers* ✨ https://pangobooks.com/LITERARYWANDERINGS https://www.thriftbooks.com/share/?code=nEQpL5h4%252f%252fRexpzUSeTnlA%253d%253d (sign up for Thriftbooks Reading Rewards and spend $30 on your first order, and we BOTH get a FREE book reward!) Like Audio Books? Use this link https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm705279 {Rebecca’s Literary Wanderings is the place to find all things bookish: book recommendations, cozy reading vlogs, book hauls, book shopping, and Little Free Library adventures. Discover vintage gems, seasonal TBR picks, and tips for fellow book lovers who enjoy exploring new stories, hidden literary treasures, and cozy reading moments.} #BookTube #FrancesHodgsonBurnett #TheSecretGarden #ALittlePrincess #ClassicLiterature #BookTube #AuthorSpotlight #ChildrensLiterature #BookRecommendations #classicbooks$ $Rainy Summer Morning of Reading a Mystery Novel #asmrrain ASMR Rainy Summer Reading Time in the Mountains If you enjoy cozy BookTube, you might also like my quiet reading vlogs, seasonal wrap-ups, and aesthetic bookish content. Feel free to subscribe & hit the 🔔 if you are looking for warm, comforting, bookish videos. Subscribe for more: Vintage book recommendations Forgotten classics Cozy, nostalgic reading content ✨ *Connect with me in other places* ✨ http://instagram.com/rebeccasliterarywanderings COZY READER BOOK CLUB schedule & book choices at Substack https://thecozyreaderbookclub.substack.com/ ✨ *Buy used books and support independent booksellers* ✨ https://pangobooks.com/LITERARYWANDERINGS https://www.thriftbooks.com/share/?code=nEQpL5h4%252f%252fRexpzUSeTnlA%253d%253d (sign up for Thriftbooks Reading Rewards and spend $30 on your first order, and we BOTH get a FREE book reward!) Like Audio Books? Use this link https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm705279 {Rebecca’s Literary Wanderings is the place to find all things bookish: book recommendations, cozy reading vlogs, book hauls, book shopping, and Little Free Library adventures. Discover vintage gems, seasonal TBR picks, and tips for fellow book lovers who enjoy exploring new stories, hidden literary treasures, and cozy reading moments.}$

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$Reading Mystery Books for a Week at a Remote Mountain Cabin 🏔️🔍 | Reading Vlog Escape to the mountains with me for a summer reading getaway! In this cozy reading vlog, Im spending a quiet week at a mountain cabin in the woods, surrounded by a pine tree forest and fresh mountain air, with a large stack of mystery novels to keep me company. From classic whodunits to feisty middle-aged female sleuths, Im sharing every book I brought and then give you my honest reviews of the five books I made time to read...all while sharing the summer mountain atmosphere. If youre looking for summer book recommendations, mystery book hauls, or just a peaceful reading vlog to unwind with, I hope youll enjoy this! Grab a cup of tea and lets read together in the mountains. 🌲 What to expect: mountain vacation vibes, mystery book reviews, scenic reading spots, and plenty of bookish relaxation. ✨ *Let me know in the comments* ✨ What are your favorite mystery books or series? Do any of these appeal to you as reading options? Library Sale video mentioned: https://youtu.be/GTXE7bXtKfQ ✨ *Books Mentioned* ✨ Bruno Chief of Police by Martin Walker https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/bruno-chief-of-police_martin-walker/268569/?resultid=d8207063-6ba7-4580-a82e-1fbe6399975f#edition=5504790&idiq=3906928 Post After Post Mortem by ECR Lorac https://bookshop.org/a/124748/9781728267609 The Murder of Mr. Wickham by Claudia Gray https://www.thriftbooks.com/series/the-murder-of-mr-wickham/203447/ In the Market for Murder by TE Kinsey https://www.thriftbooks.com/series/lady-hardcastle-mysteries/92011/ The Briar Club by Kate Quinn https://amzn.to/4pbD5C9 Death of an Author by ECR Lorac https://bookshop.org/a/124748/9781464216268 Death on a Summers Day by Benedict Brown https://www.thriftbooks.com/series/lord-edgington-investigates/172586/ A Trace of Poison by Colleen Cambridge https://www.thriftbooks.com/series/phyllida-bright-mystery/182279/ This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you enjoy cozy BookTube, you might also like my quiet reading vlogs, seasonal wrap-ups, and aesthetic bookish content. Feel free to subscribe & hit the 🔔 if you are looking for warm, comforting, bookish videos. ✨ *Connect with me in other places* ✨ http://instagram.com/rebeccasliterarywanderings COZY READER BOOK CLUB schedule & book choices at Substack https://thecozyreaderbookclub.substack.com/ ✨ *Buy used books and support independent booksellers* ✨ https://pangobooks.com/LITERARYWANDERINGS https://www.thriftbooks.com/share/?code=nEQpL5h4%252f%252fRexpzUSeTnlA%253d%253d (sign up for Thriftbooks Reading Rewards and spend $30 on your first order, and we BOTH get a FREE book reward!) Like Audio Books? Use this link https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm705279 {Rebecca’s Literary Wanderings is the place to find all things bookish: book recommendations, cozy reading vlogs, book hauls, book shopping, and Little Free Library adventures. Discover vintage gems, seasonal TBR picks, and tips for fellow book lovers who enjoy exploring new stories, hidden literary treasures, and cozy reading moments.} #BookTube #BookRecommendations #ReadingRecommendations #mysterybooks #readingvlog #summerreading$ $80s Kid Book Club: Baby-Sitters Club, Sweet Valley Twins & Saddle Club Nostalgia Today Im taking a trip down memory lane with some beloved book series that shaped my love of reading in the 1980s and early 90s. In this reading vlog, Im cracking open old Scholastic paperbacks and rereading: 📚 The Baby-Sitters Club by Ann M. Martin https://www.thriftbooks.com/series/the-baby-sitters-club/38547/ Kristy, Claudia, Mary Anne, and Stacey started it all. Does the BSC still hold up? 📚 Sweet Valley Twins by Francine Pascal https://www.thriftbooks.com/series/sweet-valley-twins/39268/ Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield at Sweet Valley Middle School. Twin drama, clubs, and 80s fashion. 📚 The Saddle Club by Bonnie Bryant https://www.thriftbooks.com/series/saddle-club/44589/ Stevie, Carole, and Lisa at Pine Hollow Stables. Pure horse-girl nostalgia. Ill share my honest reactions, what surprised me, what I had forgotten, and which books Id still recommend today. Plus Im sharing a bit of my vintage book collection and a chat about why I want to read my reread childhood favorites. If you grew up on scholastic book fairs, pizza hut reading programs, and trading paperbacks with friends, this video is for you. ✨ *Let me know in the comments* ✨ Have you read these - either as a child or recently? If not, what series are from YOUR childhood? This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you enjoy cozy BookTube, you might also like my quiet reading vlogs, seasonal wrap-ups, and aesthetic bookish content. Feel free to subscribe & hit the 🔔 if you are looking for warm, comforting, bookish videos. ✨ *Connect with me in other places* ✨ http://instagram.com/rebeccasliterarywanderings COZY READER BOOK CLUB schedule & book choices at Substack https://thecozyreaderbookclub.substack.com/ ✨ *Buy used books and support independent booksellers* ✨ https://pangobooks.com/LITERARYWANDERINGS https://www.thriftbooks.com/share/?code=nEQpL5h4%252f%252fRexpzUSeTnlA%253d%253d (sign up for Thriftbooks Reading Rewards and spend $30 on your first order, and we BOTH get a FREE book reward!) Like Audio Books? Use this link https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm705279 {Rebecca’s Literary Wanderings is the place to find all things bookish: book recommendations, cozy reading vlogs, book hauls, book shopping, and Little Free Library adventures. Discover vintage gems, seasonal TBR picks, and tips for fellow book lovers who enjoy exploring new stories, hidden literary treasures, and cozy reading moments.} #BookTube #BookRecommendations #readingvlog #nostalgiareading #thebabysittersclub #sweetvalleytwins #80skids #bookcollection #cozyreading #throwbackbooks$

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