All I see everywhere is a fast-paced life of quick engagement, quick posts, quick algorithms, and constant scrolling. In a world like that, relaxation can often feel like a luxury. But what if one of the greatest luxuries we take for granted—reading—is something that can effortlessly calm us while also helping us grow?

I’ve been thinking about this because there are so many incredible books out there, and it makes me wonder why someone hasn’t thought of this sooner. Why is everyone on BookTok making suggestion lists, recommendation videos, playlists, Audible lists, resource lists, and endless “books to add to your TBR” content? We have recommendations for health, wellness, fitness, finance, self-help, education, business, fashion, beauty, makeup—you name it. Everything is at our fingertips.

But the question I keep asking is: why isn’t anyone turning these book clubs into an actual, sustainable content series?

Over the past few months, one of the biggest things on my timeline has been Love Island. Everything about it—the people, the relationships, the drama, the fights, the chaos, who was coupled up with whom, the betrayals, who was going home—was so entertaining. Even more fascinating were the creators who broke down every single episode, analyzing every interaction and every conversation.

So why don’t we really see that with books?

As I sit here contemplating whether to add yet another project to my never-ending plate—in the middle of an internship I’m incredibly proud of, while balancing classes, schoolwork, and probably being the most active I’ve ever been on this platform—I realized I wanted to create something refreshing.

And, of course, I couldn’t leave Love Chic Lifestyle out of it. That would make no sense. It was my first website and the first place where I really expressed myself creatively online.

I’ve been brainstorming names. “The Chic Bookworm” came to mind. Then I started thinking about the word chic. Chic isn’t just an adjective—it’s a way of doing something. It’s about approaching knowledge with style, curiosity, and intention. Literacy can be chic. Learning can be chic. Reading can be chic.

I still haven’t landed on the perfect name, but I know the vision.

I want to create a platform where I break down, chapter by chapter, some of the world’s most recognizable and beloved books. I want it to feel like the episode breakdowns we already see across social media, except instead of reality TV, we’re analyzing books. Each chapter would include what I learned, my interpretations, the lessons I took away, and conversations with all of you.

In many ways, it would almost become a replacement for my peaceful photography series—a new way of slowing down and reflecting.

One thing that really stood out while I was researching was something a writer once said. I can’t remember the account, but the advice has stayed with me:

Don’t just write the quote. Write the concept and the action it represents.

For example, instead of simply posting a quote about wellness, explain what wellness looks like in your own life. You might say that wellness is the act of sustaining yourself through habits that support both your internal and external health. Then you connect the quote back to your own routines, experiences, and actions.

That’s exactly how I want to approach these books.

Instead of simply summarizing chapters, I want to explain what they mean, how they connect to real life, and why they matter. Of course, I could narrate chapters or simply review them, but I want this to be engaging, thoughtful, substantial, and interactive—the kind of experience I always wished existed.

When people look back at my work, I don’t just want to be known for fashion, beauty, interviews, or introducing people to incredible artists and designers around the world. I don’t want to only be recognized for styling looks, discovering music, or showcasing global creatives.

I want to be someone who resonates with my younger self.

The younger version of me wasn’t perfect at English, and I’ll be honest about that. But I absolutely loved storytelling. I loved fashion. I loved beauty. I loved media. Most of all, I loved analyzing things.

I wish I had someone who broke down my favorite books in a way that made them feel alive.

One thing I’ve always loved—and still do—is analysis. Breaking down words. Highlighting passages. Understanding why an author chose certain language. Exploring themes, symbols, paragraphs, and chapters. What might seem boring to someone else is genuinely exciting to me.

Highlighting pages makes my analytical brain so happy. Projects like this make me excited to learn.

I’ve prayed about this, and I truly feel like God is calling me to take this next step.

This feels like the project that says, “I don’t just want to be recognized for fashion, beauty, interviews, or content creation.”

I want to be known as someone who makes knowledge approachable.

Even if you’re completely outside the worlds of fashion, beauty, and media, I want you to respect the craft of interpretation. The advice wouldn’t come from me pretending to have all the answers at 23 years old. Instead, it would come from the wisdom already written in these books, paired with my own perspective, reflections, and interpretations at this stage of my life.

So, if you decide to join me on this journey, I hope you enjoy it.

Let’s slow down together, one chapter at a time.