BookTok Star's Reading Slump Rescue: A Must-Read List

BookTok Influencer Shares Reads That Cured Her Reading Slump Gretchb_reads, a BookTok influencer based in the US, recently shared a video detailing books that helped her escape a reading slump. The video, published on May 15th, 2025, has already garnered significant attention, accumulating over 3000 views and hundreds of likes in less than 24 hours. Gretchb_reads' engaging presentation and relatable experience resonated with viewers. In the video, Gretchb_reads discusses several books, highlighting both positive and negative experiences. She mentions "Collided" by Lauren Asher as a book that initially put her in a slump, stating, "This book just put me into the worst slump. I didn't love the MMC, I didn't love the plotline; it really wasn't it for me." However, she contrasts this with the "Windy City" series by Lily Tompforde, which she credits with quickly pulling her out of the slump. She enthusiastically describes it as "a five-star series for me." The video also features other books that contributed to or resolved her reading slump. The video's success suggests a strong interest in book recommendations and relatable content within the BookTok community.