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Jake (@ajek_0555) - Collective Profile | Phoenix, US User experience. Hola I’m Jake | UX/UI designer 🎨 | Bookworm 📚 | BF to the best guy ❤️ | Always up for good vibes & great people ✨ Follow @hola_soyjake on Instagram. Recent posts: a man is reading a book, with the pages open and visible. the photo is taken from a low angle, showing the book resting on his lap., a stack of books, including "the wax child" by olga ravn and "saints" by tim macgabhann, are displayed on a reflective surface., a man's feet are resting on a bed, with a hat and television in the background. the photo was taken in dublin, ireland., a person holds a book titled "perfection" by vincenzo latronico. the book cover features a still life with flowers and a water bottle., a person's hand holding a book titled "hunchback" by sawako ichikawa. the book cover features an abstract design with orange shapes., a book cover for "the guncle" by steven rowley. the cover features a colorful illustration of a man and two children walking along a beach., a man is reading a book while wearing glasses. the book is titled "seascraper"., a man squats in a field of crops, wearing a cap and glasses. the photo is taken during the day, with a pumpkin patch theme., a person holds a kindle displaying the cover of "babel" by r.f. kuang. the image is a close-up, focusing on the e-reader and the book's title., the book "monstrilio" by gerardo sámano córdova is displayed on a checkered surface, surrounded by candles and other decorative items. the cover art features a stylized monster and colorful geometric shapes., a hand holds up a book with an octopus on the cover in front of a body of water. the book is titled "remarkably bright creatures.", a person holds the book "the thursday murder club" by richard osman. the book's cover is prominently displayed, with a red and white color scheme., a book cover for "audition" by katie kitamura is displayed. the cover is black with colorful text., a person holds a kindle displaying the cover of "a monster calls" by patrick ness. the image is a close-up, focusing on the e-reader and the book's title., a person holds a copy of "the ministry of time" by kaliane bradley. the book's cover features colorful, retro-style text against a dark background., .
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Jake @ajek_0555

Hola I’m Jake | UX/UI designer 🎨 | Bookworm 📚 | BF to the best guy ❤️ | Always up for good vibes & great people ✨
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A man is reading a book, with the pages open and visible. The photo is taken from a low angle, showing the book resting on his lap.
Just a guy who loves his books!! 📚
A stack of books, including "The Wax Child" by Olga Ravn and "Saints" by Tim MacGabhann, are displayed on a reflective surface.
Wax Child by Olga Ravn- 🕯️👶🏽 Quietly unsettling and deeply intimate. A sharp, eerie exploration of creation, control, and care that lingers long after you finish. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A man's feet are resting on a bed, with a hat and television in the background. The photo was taken in Dublin, Ireland.
Not book related content, but it is so good to have a vacation, after so long!!
A person holds a book titled "Perfection" by Vincenzo Latronico. The book cover features a still life with flowers and a water bottle.
Perfection by Vincenzo Latronico Minimal, unsettling, and painfully modern. A sharp look at curated lives, routine, and the emptiness beneath the aesthetic. Good not great. ⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person's hand holding a book titled "Hunchback" by Sawako Ichikawa. The book cover features an abstract design with orange shapes.
Hunchback by Sawako Ichikawa Wild, meta, sexy, and surprisingly real. I loved how strange and intimate it felt a bold little gem that totally stands out.📘🔥 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
A book cover for "The Guncle" by Steven Rowley. The cover features a colorful illustration of a man and two children walking along a beach.
The Guncle by Steven Rowley I loved this book funny, heartfelt, and full of charm. Patrick is the iconic, soft-hearted guncle we all need. A joyful little gem. 🦩🏳️‍🌈🧡🍍 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
A man is reading a book while wearing glasses. The book is titled "Seascraper".
Everyone has their thing, I guess mine is tattoos, books And the willingness to not give up on myself..❤️📚
A man squats in a field of crops, wearing a cap and glasses. The photo is taken during the day, with a pumpkin patch theme.
Taking a small book break for Pumpkin patch shenanigans!👻🎃💀
A person holds a Kindle displaying the cover of "Babel" by R.F. Kuang. The image is a close-up, focusing on the e-reader and the book's title.
Next up on my reading list: Babel by R. F. Kuang. A dark academia masterpiece exploring language, power, and revolution can’t wait to dive into Oxford’s translation institute and all its secrets. 📚✨ Review pending
The book "Monstrilio" by Gerardo Sámano Córdova is displayed on a checkered surface, surrounded by candles and other decorative items. The cover art features a stylized monster and colorful geometric shapes.
Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova is haunting, tender, and beautifully strange. Rooted in rich Mexican culture and folklore, it captures the ache of motherhood, grief, and love in the most unexpected form. 🇲🇽🩸 It’s spooky yet deeply human a story that feels both otherworldly and real. 🌙 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A hand holds up a book with an octopus on the cover in front of a body of water. The book is titled "Remarkably Bright Creatures."
🐙 Remarkably Bright Creatures is a heartfelt story about people quietly struggling through life. Funny enough, the least human an octopus might just hold the key to mending what’s broken. 💙 It’s tender, wise, and full of unexpected warmth. ⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person holds the book "The Thursday Murder Club" by Richard Osman. The book's cover is prominently displayed, with a red and white color scheme.
it was enjoyable, but just now my cup of tea… ⭐️⭐️⭐️
A book cover for "Audition" by Katie Kitamura is displayed. The cover is black with colorful text.
Such a powerful story that blends the professional with the personal the stage and real life and shows how messy and challenging it all can be. 🎭📖 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person holds a Kindle displaying the cover of "A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness. The image is a close-up, focusing on the e-reader and the book's title.
"The answer is that it does not matter what you think, the monster said, because your mind will contradict itself a hundred times each day." -A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person holds a copy of "The Ministry of Time" by Kaliane Bradley. The book's cover features colorful, retro-style text against a dark background.
📚✨ I honestly didn’t know what to expect from this book… but now I’m completely hooked! Can’t put it down. 👀📖 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person holds a copy of "The Wall" by Marlen Haushofer. The book's cover features a cow against a blue sky.
The Wall by Marlen Haushofer This one really stayed with me. It’s quiet and slow, but in a way that feels intentional. A reflective story about isolation, survival, and learning how to live when everything familiar is gone. Strangely comforting and a little haunting. 🐄 🐕 🐈 👩 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person holds a copy of "Boy Friends" by Michael Pedersen. The book's cover is bright yellow with the title and author's name prominently displayed.
Boyfriend’s by Michael Pedersen. ALL I will say is… WOW. I loved this book. If you’ve ever looked for something that truly understands male relationships both platonic and romantic this is it. Honest, tender, and beautifully written. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person holds a copy of "Flesh" by David Szalay. The book cover features a surreal image of an apple with human faces.
🍎 Flesh by David Szalay I loved this as a reflection on growing through pain and experience. It’s raw, uncomfortable, and deeply human showing how life shapes you through desire, mistakes, and quiet moments of reckoning. Real and lingering. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person's hand holds a book with a black cover. The book's title and author are visible, along with a minimalist design.
I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman – Eerie, quiet, and haunting. I really liked how simple yet powerful it felt. A strange, lonely, beautiful little book that stays with you. 👁️🚫🙋🏽‍♂️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I am real. I am raw. I am flawed. I am.. human. -Me
A hand holds a book with a colorful, abstract cover. The book's title, "Walking Practice," is prominently displayed.
Walking Practice by Dolki Min🩸 I loved this book. It’s strange, bold, and completely unlike anything I’ve ever read. The mix of horror, queerness, and vulnerability makes it feel like a hidden treasure unsettling yet oddly beautiful. Definitely one I’ll be thinking about for a while.👽 🥩 👹 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person holds a vintage copy of "The Invisible Man" by H.G. Wells. The book's cover features a wrapped head, and the title is prominently displayed.
🧥 The Invisible Man by H.G. Wells 👻 Although some of the language is definitely outdated (and would not fly today), I still found this a really interesting read. The story itself is wild and thought provoking more human than villainous in a strange way. ⭐️⭐️⭐️
A book titled "Heart the Lover" sits next to a cup of coffee. The book's cover is bright orange with a stylized illustration.
Heart the Lover by Lily King This book was captivating raw, emotional, and beautifully written. It explores love, ambition, and the echoes of our younger selves with such honesty. The characters felt real and the writing was stunning.💔 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A man with glasses is reading a book titled "Monk Robot" on a rainy day. He is sitting on a bed, and the photo is taken indoors.
🤖 Monk & Robot by Becky Chambers is gentle, hopeful, and quietly profound. Set in a world where humans and robots coexist in peace, it asks what it really means to be alive and enough. 🌿💭 ⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
A person's hand holding a Kindle displaying the cover of "Tuesdays with Morrie." The background is blurred, with framed pictures visible.
Tuesdays with Morrie is a gentle reminder of what really matters love, purpose, and living with meaning. Simple yet profound, this one stays with you long after the last page. 📖 👨‍🏫 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person holds a Kindle displaying the cover of the book "The Lamb" by Lucy Rose. The image is taken indoors.
Holy moly!!! 😱 This book was brutal, chilling, and completely addicting .It dives into the darkest parts of human nature 🍖🥩, testing both your stomach and your nerves. It’s disturbing, raw, and unforgettable ⚡️. If you can handle the intensity, it’s a must read 👀. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
If you like a cute Latin guy who loves to read,you will love my page!!! 😊📚
A person holds a Kindle displaying the cover of "Strange Pictures" by Uketsu. The person's legs are visible in the background.
I did not expect to like this book as much as I did! For my first introduction to, Uketsu, I’m actually quite impressed. There were a few things that I would’ve changed but honestly, it’s a really solid book.🔪🩸🈵👺 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A person holds a copy of the book "In Memoriam" by Alice Winn. The book cover features a painting of a man.
✨ “Gaunt was woven into everything he read, saw, wrote, did, dreamt. 📖 Every poem had been written about him, 🎶 every song composed for him and Ellwood could not scrape his mind clean of him, no matter how he tried.” — Alice Winn ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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