# Fantasy/Romantasy Reads & Bookish Tea with The Skyy Life Welcome to my channel! I’m Erika (@theSKYYLife). I am joining over 70 other creators to share our love of reading this summer with the Black BookTube IS Reading tag. As a bookish content creator, I am always looking for ways to uplift Black and underrepresented voices in the bookish space all the hidden gems that may have been overlooked or not as highly supported as others. In this video, allow me to reintroduce myself - I'm Erika or you can call me Skyy, and this is my deep dive into the new Booktube challenge (ya'll subscribed and stay tuned!) Whether you are participating in this reading challenge with us, want to diversify your TBR, or just looking for your next great read, welcome to our corner of Black BookTube and the wider BookTube space! #BlackBookTubeISReading #BlackBookTube #BookTube ✨ DETAILS ✨ - StoryGraph *my favorite way to track reading progress*: [StoryGraph](https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/theskyylife) - Goodreads: [goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/171165351) - Instagram: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/theskyylife) - Threads: [Threads](https://www.threads.com/@theskyylife) - Linktr.ee: [linktr.ee](https://linktr.ee/theskyylife) (you can find all of my links in one place!) - Charm Meet Cute *Curated & customized bookish accessories*: [Etsy](https://charmmeetcute.etsy.com) (shop small, support independent) - Bookshop.Org *my favorite Amazon alternative where you can get amazing books and still support independent bookstores*: [Bookshop](https://refer.bookshop.org/erika885) (If you use this link, you will save 20% off your first purchase!) - Libro.FM *my favorite Audible/Everand alternative where you actually OWN the audiobooks you purchase, and credits don't expire*: [Libro](https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm785266) (If you use this link, I will receive an audiobook credit when you start a new one-credit membership.) #booktube #booktok #bookrecommendations #booktuber --- ## Tomi vs EVERYBODY Children of Blood and Bone Adaptation Controversy Hiiii, in this episode of Let's Discuss Book Stuff (LDBS), we are discussing the recent revelation Tomi Adeyemi uncovered on social media. Why isn't she actively promoting the "Children of Blood and Bone" movie adaptation anymore? Fans started to notice this shift and Tomi finally shares a bit of her side as to why she isn't promoting anymore and how to best support her going forward. For many, this lead to more questions than answers with tons of speculation on Book Threads that took over. Is it better to speak your peace no matter how vague? or did these social media posts lead to more harm than good? Let's discuss book stuff, see you in the comments. #blackbooktubeisreading #ldbs #blackfantasy #bookdrama #bookthreads Check me and over 70+ Black Booktubers who are creating amazing content in the bookish space here: [YouTube Playlist](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOhb6XQEBZZ0&si=_40sGXlJgTLlvVxc) If you want to see videos FIRST before anyone else, subscribe to my Bindery for FREE. To see all of my bookish content in ONE place (and exclusive to Bindery content) check it out here: [Bindery](https://theskyylife.binderybooks.com) --- ## MIDYEAR BOOK TAG MIDYEAR BOOK TAG ◡̈ - best book you've read so far in 2026 - worst book you’ve read so far in 2026 - best sequel you've read so far in 2026 - worst sequel you’ve read so far in 2026 - new release you haven't read yet, but want to - most anticipated release for the second half of the year - biggest surprise of the year? - favorite new author (debut or new to you) - newest fictional crush - book that made you cry - book that made you happy - most beautiful book you've bought so far this year (or received) - what books do you need to read by the end of the year? Welcome to (my) DAY ONE of BLACK BOOKTUBE IS READING CHALLENGE where, for the first time ever, I will be posting a new video every day for 30 days! #BlackBookTubeISReading #BlackBookTube #BookTube #midyearbooktag #booktube #booktok #bookrecommendations #booktuber --- ## ARCs are RUINING the book community In this episode of Let's Discuss Book Stuff (LDBS), we are discussing ARCs (advance reader copies or advance review copy) — what are the rules to ARCs? Are they just another way to get free books? What happens when you hoard ARCs, and if you don't hoard them, what happens when people sell them? Are ARCs ruining genuine reviews and the book community? Tune in and let's discuss. Welcome to the BLACK BOOKTUBE IS READING CHALLENGE where, for the first time ever, I will be posting a new video every day for 30 days! #BlackBookTubeISReading #BlackBookTube #BookTube #ARCs #booktube #booktok #bookrecommendations #booktuber --- ## Daggermouth UK Edition Daggermouth. The dystopian romance that you have been waiting for… - Kindle Unlimited — Available Now - Audiobook Release — June 30th (duet narration with Teddy Hamilton + Angel Pean) - UK Release — June 25th - US Release — July 28th #daggermouth #dystopian #romance #uk #bookrecommendations --- ## The Night is Defying | Reading Vlog, Recap, and Review The title says it all — will I finish this series or are they taking me under? SEND HELP lol #booktube #booktok #bookrecommendations #booktuber ***