Made by Millie Mackintosh

Made.

Made by Millie Mackintosh was one of my Christmas presents this year (What I got for Christmas video will be up on Thursday) and I've already read most of it!

I've been a fan of Millie Mackintosh for a very long time, and have followed her from Made in Chelsea to her blog and was so excited when she released her book. I decided to put it on my Christmas wishlist, as I love getting books for Christmas.

It takes the usual format of blogger/celebrity books and includes sections on Millie's life, style, beauty, food, travelling and fitness. What's different about this book, and what I really love, is that it's not a list of rules or instructions on how to do things that are pretty simple anyway. It's all written from Millie's perspective and is about the things she does, how she does them, and how they work for her.

I found the book really interesting, and I know it's something I'll refer back to, particularly for the recipes, fitness exercises, and beauty tips. Unlike many other similar books I've read, Millie's book has taught me the most new things, and also includes some of Millie's favourite places to go for beauty treatments, shopping and food.

Made is quite an inspiring book, and if you're looking to improve your fitness, change your style, eat healthier or improve your beauty routine, this book is a very good place to start. Particularly if you're making new years resolutions - I'd have a read of this book!

YouTuber Beauty Books.

You probably already know who Tanya Burr and Fleur are if you watch YouTube videos and read blogs, and chances are you already know about their new books. However, I thought I'd give them a mention and a mini review, as I know some of these kinds of things can be a bit gimmicky and not worth actually buying.

I'll start with Tanya's. Love Tanya is a bit of a weird one. It has sections about Tanya's life, beauty, fashion, hair and makeup and anxiety, and then space for you to write down your own favourites and lists. At first flick through it seems a bit of a jumbled up concept, but when you actually read it, it's really good, and has lots of information in there. I'm not sure I'll ever fill in the lists inside it, but I do think it's a lovely idea to include them. I've read most of it, and I've really enjoyed it so far. It's one of those books that you can pick up and put down at different points, and one I can see myself going back to again and again. I also like that the book has a ribbon inside which you can use as a bookmark (it sounds like a little thing, but it's actually so useful). The verdict on this one then? I'm really impressed, would recommend it, and am definitely glad that I bought it, well done Tanya!

Onto Fleur's book. This is sort of the same but different. Fleurs' The Glam Guide is more of a manual to makeup, hair, fashion and beauty, and contains lots of little tips and tricks for various things. Fleur has also tackled anxiety and self confidence, and has written a section on relationships too. It all sounds very similar to Tanyas, but the two are actually quite different. I'm really pleased that Fleur wrote the whole book herself, and you can really tell that if you've read her blog too. It's quite nostalgic for me, as Fleur was one of the first bloggers I came across and I remember watching her first video of deporting an Urban Decay primer potion, which was what inspired me to start a blog, so it's lovely to see her come so far. Maybe I'll write a book one day too! I also love the layout of this book, and the sections are very clear and again, it's a book you could pick up and put down again. The verdict? Really well written, informative and I'd definitely recommend it!

So there's my opinion on the two latest YouTuber book launches. I think it's very easily for things like this to be over-hyped, so I thought I'd do a review on them. I hope it helped if you're thinking of buying them!

Hope you all have a fantastic weekend! x

Map My Heart.

Valentine's day is coming up, and I thought for the first time ever, I'd dedicate a blog post to something Valentine's themed. This is a book by Dom n Ink, who I met at a blogger event back in November (you may have seen his amazing illustration of me already). I bought this book back in December and have been thinking of how best to blog about it since, and thought Valentine's day was a pretty good fit.

I haven't filled mine in yet, but it's an interactive dating journal, that's really funny and has some brilliant illustrations. If you're stuck for a Valentine's day present, or like me, if you're single but just like quirky books like this, I'm sure you'll love it!

I think there's a bit of something for everyone in Map My Heart, there's some bits to read, places to draw, illustrations, little activities, and they're all based around dating. The thing I think is most unique about this book is that there's literally a section for everyone, no matter what your relationship status. I also especially love the unicorn patterned page.

I'm a big fan of books that you can pick up and put down at any point, or can simply flick through when you're relaxing, and this one is just like that. If you like journalling, or books like the wreck this journal, then I'm sure you'll enjoy filling this one in too.

So whether you're trying to find the perfect gift, planning something fun with friends, or spending the day by yourself, this book will no doubt keep you amused!

As with all cool books, it's available at Urban Outfitters (inthe US!), as well as book shops and Huck and Pucker (linked above) here in the uk !

Hope you're all having a wonderful day too!

xx

p.s Dom, great job! x

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