a week of organizing life, a lot of book mail & approaching finals | READING + UNI VLOG 

ive been having one of the roughest mental breakdowns right now. im so glad i find escape and calmness in your videos. you've saved me multiple times now. thank you for doing what you do, lovely emma.

Emma! That history lesson that no one asked for was awesome! I was laughing so hard and learned a few things. If you ever feel the want to do that again, please do. Sending love, Reyna

Best history lesson I've had in ages, I feel like a true expert now

Whenever that stress comes, just remember one day you'll have a farm somewhere full of animals and books. Who knows! Maybe you'll even have your own indie bookstore.

I’m currently studying my life away for the MCAT (medical school entrance exam) so I relate to the stress of exams so much right now. I wish you and everyone else the best on their upcoming exams. We’ve got this 💜

girl u r on FIRE! this past week u've been posting so much! it makes me so so happy! hope u r making time to take care of urself too! :* wish u all the best

no joke you just posted and out of NOWHERE it started to snow like crazy in NYC what the heck! 🥰❄️ Emma is a Tempestarii, a Weather Wizard y'all LMBO! and just when I thought we wouldn't be getting anymore beautiful snow! so excited to watch, Carolyn just posted about an hour or so ago with some book mail too! 📚 hahaha. YES The Body Keeps Score, I heard it was reeeeally good, I also have that on my reading shelf. I got it in 2020 still waiting to be read! LOL

I relate to the struggles of being an English major. Hugs for everyone. Have a lovely day! Thank you Emma for the content💜

'When the evening is spread out against the sky, like a patient etherized upon a table.' What I like most about that metaphor is that it perfectly describes the setting even though it's impossible to make a one-to-one correspondence.

You're videos have been so comforting these last few episodes. So calm, so gentle, but also dealing with real life feelings. Very relatable. Thank you.

Sis, my whole household and I have just tested positive for covid this morning, and having you in my to watch list is so comforting. Thank you.

Emmie, this may seem absolutely random but I have to thank you for showing your bus route on this vlog. I lost my car two years ago and I don't make enough money to even pay my bills, let alone buy a new car. So as of lately, I've been taking the bus to work. For some reason, this brought me a deep sense of shame and isolation. None of my coworkers or friends have to take the bus so I have felt very alone. This has contributed significantly to my depression, so seeing you also taking the bus really brought me some relief. Thank you. I appreciate you and always love your content. Keep it up, girlie ♥

The Body Keeps the Score is one of the best books to read about trauma impacting you physically. Trauma and Recovery by Judith Herman is not a bad read at all - but also kind of dated at this point so I wish they could release a newer version.

You made me fall in love with reading again, thank you 💚🌻

Emmie! Thanks for providing us with so much content this past week, your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed 💜 Visiting your channel is always such a pleasant experience, this little nook of the internet is my personal comfort space lol

I have the same brown cardigan! I called it “writer cardigan” ❤️

I know the feeling! Truly. Your videos are calming, especially the bookshelf tours. Thank you for that!

i love it when you post frequently!! and thank you so much for all this content even when you have to focus on uni too like i truly appreciate all the work you do and it doesn't go unnoticed! I hope you're having a beautiful day🤗💜

It makes my day every time you post a univlog/life vlog, I am studying comparative litterature in Denmark and I can relate so much to everything you say and read. And your vlogs are so cozy and comforting

i feel so relaxed when you share another video with us i love everything about your vlogs thank you emma!💖 i hope you do so well love!❤

Yay, I’m glad The Hummingbird’s Daughter made it to you. It is among my favorite books filled with so many unforgettable characters. I sent you Pedro Paramo too before I saw that you just received a copy. Please feel free to pass it along to someone you think would like it.

SO MUCH CONTENT!! I've been keeping your videos on as I read and learn. You're beyond inspiring and I love the aura of your videos

I appreciate you so much!! You inspire me to be more productive and enjoy everything i do and all the small things in life. Ilysm!! You're the best 💞💞

Emma! I was just watching yesterday's vlog! You just made my day...I have been struggling mentally for a long time and your vlogs are making me happy...THANK YOU!

I've been having one of the roughest weeks. I'm so glad you've been posting so much this week, I've really needed the comfort! Thank you! Hang in there, you're doing great! 🍵🕯🪴

I love the study time at the end when you are paraphrasing all of your study reading.

i love the regular vlogs🥺

Your videos are such an inspiration and an motivation! I'm a Portuguese/English student and you help me so much to stay active and curious ♡ thank you so much! Love your videos!

hi emmie, im from the ph 🇵🇭 and i love watching your vlogs its rlly relaxing and at the same motivating

Immediately bought The Stationery Shop omg that is such a beautiful book. I swear discovering Emmie’s channel, I think I’m gonna be buying more books 😭 She reminds me sm of Ruby Granger whom I used to watch!

Your vlog's such a blessing

Hey Emmie! I’ve been really enjoying your videos lately. You are part of the reason a i’ve been able to make the finally push to commit a lot more time to reading. I’ve read 23 books so far this year which is possibly more than I’ve read all my life. Also you reminded me about The Body Keeps The Score. I will be reading it along with you!

Memoirs of Hadrian is my fave book of all times! You'll love it!

I was literally thinking about you few minutes ago . I was about to start reading The symposium, brought it from book fair few days ago cause you recommend it . Also Your videos never fails to give therapeutic vibes in someway . Thank you for existing .

I rewatched your old videos because it gives me comfort😊

your videos give me much needed peace of mind, thank you ❣️😌

yes emma that little tingly spine stress follows me everywhere, I feel you :)

I just ordered the body keeps the score the other day, very excited to dive into that, I’ve heard nothing but good things.

The Body Keeps the Score is amazing, completely changed how I understood memory and trauma. Oswald's Memorial I need to pick back up, I was enjoying its balance of brutality and lyricism before I got distracted and stopped reading for reason. Lovely video!

The first bookmarks you showed are so pretty! I immediately ordered them from Etsy for myself. I'm looking forward to them 😊

Can I just say 3 vlogs from you close together have been amazing 🤩 cheered me up

Loving the frequent uploads! Thanks Emma! 😊

Miracles of the Namiya General Store is such a cozy book. I think I'm going to reread it now. Also, just favorited ekhn's Etsy store and added all the other books you mentioned to my TBR.

Due to the pandemic restrictions and the Qld intense floods, I've felt very disconnected from my uni this past month, not even able to visit my old beloved library, or dropping by my professors office to talk. Watching your videos makes me feel connected to that part of my life which I love so dearly, and it just excites me and puts me in such a creative and reading mood each time! All the best with those exams, Emma! You've got this ✨✨

The namiya general store book was one me and my friends read on our book club and to this day I still think about the characters on the most random moments. I think you will really enjoy it

Watching this is so weird for me bc I live in california and the weather here never goes under 60 and when it does I complain its cold. I'm glad you're powering through your stressful week!

You really always inspire me to study more and better! I love you and i wish you lots of success and happiness !✨💗

Every time I can’t silence my heart to read I watch your video to remind myself the joy of reading and how it can change one’s life. Thank you Emmie, love from Hong Kong

when I see your videos, I get a surge of happiness

The Hummingbird's Daughter is one of my favorite books, Emma. It is based on Urrea's real relative. He researched her life and interviewed relatives. I have had the pleasure of hearing him talk a few times.

I, Claudius is a fantastic book. I had a real Robert Graves phase in my 20s. I read everything of his and about him I could find. The BBC TV series based on the book, starring Derek Jacobi as Claudius is an absolute classic. It's still one of my favourite books. I did the English Civil War as part of my history degree. A fascinating period. You can argue that the American War of Independence was the English Civil War finished. Also there's a quote from Cromwell dismissing the Rump Parliament - "You have sat too long for any good you have been doing lately … Depart, I say; and let us have done with you. In the name of God, go!" - that has echoed down in British history. It was used again by Leo Amery in the 1940 Norway debate, although this time aimed at Neville Chamberlain. It was one of the key moments in the debate. Apologies for the long comment.

i couldnt imagine my life without discovering you and your channel. you inspired me so much ♡

The history part was just mind blowing , i love it !

I've read an annoted and illustrated version of The Phantom of the Opera last year and it was amazing! The marine dress in the beginning of the vlog has Kiki's vibes, loved it! 💖✨

Good luck with your tests Emma, you're going to smash it💗💗

I had midterm exams this week as a third-year theology major and I am really grateful for your simple cozy content. It keeps me inspired and motivated. I feel your pressure with all the work and required readings sister sue. You really are doing so so wonderful. And if this helps at all, I am really really proud of you for balancing you university work and also things that you love. Its hard, I get it. I am praying for you love!

Cant wait for you to read the memoirs of hadrian 🥺🥺 i have a feeling you would loveeee it !!

Am i dreaming or did she really upload 2 videos in a roww? Lmaoooo what a time to be alive. lots of love emma

Emma: "I just got back from getting groceries" Also Emma: *pulls out a plant* 😂

3 videos in 1 week? you've blessed us with so much content omg, thank you so much. I have been revising everyday for a competitive exam in my country and Korean classes as well, and your videos always bring me comfort during breaks 💕💖 Also wanted to let you know that I've received & started reading Seasons in Hippoland by Wanjiku wa Ngugi which you mentioned in a recent video!!

posting again so soon im so happy thank you ily

I would love to watch your take on magical realism books emma, I think thats a great idea, love your videos

After reading A Castle In The Cloud, i have been stuck for awhile and not reading any book because how the book made me (stop and proceed to stare at the wall) but that book called Miracles of the Namiya Store look so beautiful and just give a weird warm sensation through my phone screen. Ok, i just got another great book recommendation from another Emmie's fans. Thank you and have a great day everyone☺

you're such an inspiration for me ♥️

Memoirs of Hadrian is brilliant!

Oh my godd!! That last history lesson was cherry on the top. Soo adorable 😭😭💜💜💜

Hey! I love your content, and i'm probably going for an English major so your booklists really inspire me ;) Keep it up!

The intro to this is so lovely and relaxing xx

I totally get that restless feeling! I am in the middle of three long term projects for school plus studying for tests and I have no clue how much time to devote to one part at one time! Since they can’t be completed/shouldn’t be completed in a couple of days I feel like I’m spreading myself so thin trying to work on each piece at a time. This is my second to last semester and I am feeling it… good luck with your essay and finals!!!

Loved the history lesson. I may not have asked for it but I am informed and entertained in equal measure. Thank you 😊

OMG “I, Claudius” is one of my favorite books of all times! Can’t wait to hear your thoughts about it ☺️

YES! Essays absolutely haunt me until they are handed in. Thanks for sharing your day, your process, and just know you’ll get through it! I hardly remember any essay I wrote for my English degree now. (That’s good, right? 😅)

i just love seeing content from other Canadians and feeling validated about suffering through our brutal winters :') you know it's march in canada when 4 degrees feels warm lmao

WHAATTTTT!!! right now?? right after a vlog you posted yesterday! i love you 😭

I was just watching your most recent videos yesterday and literary screamed when you posted! Anyways thanks for the vid, I need to study AND finish my research and write my essay today because I procrastinate,so I hope this motivates me :)

when I tell you I NEEDED one of your videos today for comfort 🥺 fellow uni student here, hi from Scotland! (actually, I'm from Slovakia but I'm doing my degree in Scotland haha). Btw World of Books is a UK online second hand bookshop😊

TWO DAYS IN A ROW... AM I DREAMING?

I'm currently writing an essay too and been feeling stressed and intimidated. Your videos could not have come at a perfect time

ANOTHER emmie video? This is the best week of my life!

I think you’ll really enjoy and appreciate The Hummingbird’s Daughter. I read it two years ago and still think about it.

keep up that studying girl! i hope you breeze through those tests!

Your B roll is always so beautiful!

hi Emma! :) don’t you planning on doing an updated bookshelf tour?? I’d love to watch it 😍

Emma gifting us with all these videos?? I don't know what we've done for this streak but I am not complaining

Wishing everyone a nice day and good luck in what you're doing or experiencing

would love to see a video on how you annotate!! maybe for books read for clubs or fun:))

Omg I just studied "Mémoires d'Hadrien" last week in my Historical Fiction class! It is a very interesting book - made me want to study Classics. I'm not sure how interesting it would be to read but it was very interesting to study - if you're interested, look up the style of writing she created in order to write about Classics :)

Great video, Emma. The Stationary Shop seems particularly interesting because I don't know of too many novels in English set in Iran under Mosaddegh. Really cool

Love how you edit your videos

Hello from France ! I love all your videos but this one particularly ! I love the history lesson at the end of 5he vlog! Thank you Emmie! You made me laugh! 🙋‍♀️

Hey Emma! I recently subscribed to you and really enjoy your chatty videos. I've just finished listening to the audiobook of Castle in the Clouds and loved it! Thank you for the recommendation 💜. Love from Karen in Glasgow, Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Emma you've been on a tear with the content lately! I'll have to save this for later when I can get caught up. Cheers

that was a very beautiful history lesson thank u em

Another video! I can't believe! Thanks, Emmie

Girl you spoil is with all these uploads!! 🥰

Hello again ! I need more history lesson like this ! Please !

I hope you enjoy the book 🥰

There's actually a tv series called I Claudius! My Latin teacher in high school used to let us watch it. You should definitely read the book then watch the show.

World of Books is a new & used bookstore that sells online. It's based in the UK.

i get that feeling too mostly a week before my math exam, i can’t focus on anything else except how i’m going to do it, what kind of questions the teacher might add and that is so stressing and can’t get it out of mind