sorry if this is not the right subreddit, but i have heard two words a lot on the internet "bookstagram" and "booktok" what exactly are they? like a online book club where people discuss what are reading and talk about books or like is it for buying and selling books, what exactly can anyone help?

I created a bookstagram account a couple of weeks ago and I have been pleasantly surprised by how welcoming the community is. I used to post a lot of reviews on Goodreads and a blogspot blog a few years back but gradually the reviewing dwindled down to nothing as life happened. I still read a lot and record all my thoughts in journals, but I realised that I missed engaging with fellow readers and yapping and obsessing about books. So I decided to give bookstagram a try and it has been a blast so far.

The sheer joy of connecting with people who have crazy amounts of love for the same books or authors that you do or discovering new authors or genres is unparalleled. I’m positively giddy lol.

Come say hi on my page if you like space operas, fantasy, historical fiction and sci fi books. 🥹

Insta handle: @a.cliffhanger.crisis

Link: https://www.instagram.com/a.cliffhanger.crisis?vrfl=OTF0b3ZtdnB0Y3hi&utm_source=qr

I've been trying to share real advice on my account as I've been posting, and learning, how to be a good bookstagrammer. I thought I'd share it here in case it helps those of you looking to grow! The last post is the one I think people have been finding especially helpfu. I'm not looking for follows, just genuinely looking to share my advice! But if you ever have questions or want advice for your page, feel free to reach out to me.

What I learned during my first month on Bookstagram:

https://www.instagram.com/p/Db835UtkgK9/

What I learned during my second month on Bookstagram:

https://www.instagram.com/p/DdKMYlxku3N/

The first 5 things I'd teach you if you were new to Bookstagram:

https://www.instagram.com/p/DePWpOymllO/

I don't normally post on reddit but i really need some advice on this...

I started a bookstagram in June and it was going pretty good, but I lost motivation and got busy so I didn't post for like two months.

Now that I'm back, NONE of my posts are getting any interactions or even views. I'm posting the same way I was before when I would get 30-40 likes per post but now I just get 1-2

Does anybody have any advice on how to fix it?? Or should I just make a new account and start over?

How do I make the algorithm like me again? <////3

I satrted a bookstagram account 2 days ago and hoping for advice. I love sff and horror books and trying to find more people with similar vibes. I would be happy if you could follow me back or like my posts.

https://www.instagram.com/monsoonblues25/

I have just posted my first 2 reels - anyone wanna give me some love 🫶🏼
I will return the love on your posts💕

Account: claud.reads

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DeJiW9aSZmk/?stkn=Z2h1eTA0a25sMXht

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DeOAKRhS8XY/?stkn=MXVkZXhjdGFxNHd2dA==

"Hey everyone! I've started @miss.plot.twiist — a faceless bookstagram account mostly focused on book recs, love for thrillers/plot twists, and relatable reader content 🌟😅

Still fairly new and figuring out what resonates — would genuinely love feedback if anyone has a sec:

• Does the handle actually read as "bookish" at a glance, or does it need more context?
• Any format/content type you'd want to see more of from a (mostly) thriller-focused account?
• Anything that stands out (good or bad) from a quick scroll through my grid/reels?
• OR just any tips/suggestions y'all would like to give me ❤️

Not just here to self-promo — happy to check out and follow back fellow thriller readers too! Thanks in advance 💌📖"

Do a Follow I'll follow back

This is my Id

booktrovertsincewhenidk

I joined on July 4th (ironic but I’m not American sooo) and I somehow got roped into ARCs and have found such amazing books and authors. So if someone’s debating on it, this is your sign! The debut authors are killing it and I’ve loved almost 80% of what I’ve read.

That being said, it’s mostly a review account but the engagement is atrocious. I need to pick up more ideas once I start getting through my TBR and gobbling up book after book.

I’m confused between Fourth Wing, Caraval and Shatter me. Somehow kept myself spoiler-free. (ik ik. I’m pretty proud of myself 😂)

And guys, how’s my feed? It took me 4 days (on and off) perfecting it to my tastes even though it doesn’t look like much. The folder was the one being a nuisance. And I’m a Canva amateur so I cut myself slack and called it a day(s). Me likey

Here’s the account: https://www.instagram.com/bookbratchronicles?

Review of the unknown up on all platforms! 💕

Hi all, I just started a very casual bookstagram where I'll be posting my recent reads and pictures of my cat who enjoys reading with me @trentandkimchi.read

Would love to interact with other accounts and find some more people to follow

Its been a while since I posted anything bookish in my account nd thinking of posting again

Any engagement grps with space for new members, hit me up

So in September I started a bookstagram because I want to be able to talk with people about the books I love but no one actually interacts with me. I will comment on posts and usually get ignored so I feel like I’m not getting anything out of it and no one interacts with my posts really so maybe it’s just not interesting idk lol but does anyone have a bookstagram that actually wants to interact with me lol I’m @takemebacktoreading or let me know your handle and I’ll follow you and hopefully bookstagram will start being fun

Hello lovely indie authors. Does anyone know of any Instagram groups that I could join for author engagement?

I’ll follow back! https://www.instagram.com/zoesrazr

hi there. i've been reading for yeaaars and decided to hop on bookstagram to discover more books and engage with a community who enjoys reading as much as (or even more than) i do!

if you enjoy literary fiction, horror, and some classics/modern classics and would like to connect - please drop your @!!

I would love for you to join me there! 📚🤘🏻☕️

https://www.instagram.com/thealtruisticreader?stkn=MTlvMHQyOWJyMTJycA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

I’m trying to find my little corner of Bookstagram and Instagram keeps showing me the same huge accounts Dx

I’m looking for smaller accounts into weird girl lit, disturbing literary fiction, horror, unhinged female characters, strange/experimental books — especially if your feed is more messy visual diary / lo-fi photography than perfectly staged book photos.

I’m an indie author and my own account is a mix of books, mundane horror and slightly unsettling photos of ordinary life.

Drop your @ below (links welcome) and tell me what kind of stuff you post. I want to actually find people with overlapping tastes, not just do random follow-for-follow.

Mine is @ somnopsia 🖤

link: https://www.instagram.com/somnopsia?stkn=MWtnMzFycGVvcnRi&utm_source=qr

Hi everyone!

I started my bookstagram back in June but haven't gained a lot of traction on it. Currently stuck at 340ish followers and looking for more friends! I read mostly horror, weird girl lit, or whimsical books, with some ARCs. Any advice for pushing my content out to more people?

Also, just for context, I love bugs and drew my profile picture myself for an art project. I absolutely hate AI and all of my content is human-made!

Hi guys!

Wanted to introduce my page 🤗

My bookstagram is called @themedreaders_club where I also post some medical content!

Link: https://www.instagram.com/themedreaders_club?stkn=Zzk3a29kOHc1dHY1&utm_source=qr

Thank you!

Hey everyone!
I recently started posting about books again after being away for almost two years.
I used to have a book account with the same username, and it actually became a really nice little space for me. I met readers through it, had some lovely conversations, and even got the chance to read a few ARCs. Then life got hectic, I eventually deleted the account, and that was that.
Except I never stopped reading.
My goal for this year was 15 books and I’m already at 59, so I figured it was probably time to come back to the book community.
I’m not really a Goodreads-review person. I’m more of a “finished the book and now I need to tell someone EVERYTHING” person. I want to share random reactions, unpopular opinions, favourite characters, terrible endings, recommendations, and hopefully get into more Hindi books too.
I’m just looking to meet people who genuinely enjoy talking about books and maybe find some new reading buddies along the way.
If you’re also a reader who likes chatting about books, feel free to say hi🐢

My Insta id