Read through this list and then hit “follow” accordingly!
1. Stephanie Danler (@smdanler)
A post shared by Stephanie Danler (@smdanler) on Sep 11, 2019 at 12:23pm PDT The Sweetbitter author posts lifestyle images mixed with behind-the-scenes snapshots of her writing and television creation process (Sweetbitter is also a television show on Starz), plus book recommendations. Follow her account for a stream of literary inspiration.
2. Alexandra Bracken (@Alexbracken)
A post shared by Alexandra Bracken (@alexbracken) on Jun 10, 2019 at 9:08am PDT Don’t miss Bracken’s gorgeous, Bookstagram-quality photos!
3. Angie Thomas (@angiethomas)
A post shared by Angie Thomas (@angiethomas) on Sep 2, 2019 at 5:57pm PDT If you haven’t read The Hate U Give or On the Come Up, what are you waiting for exactly? Angie Thomas takes her followers along to book events and shares tweets—ideal for those who can only handle one platform at a time (raises hand).
4. Jon Krakauer (@krakauernotwriting)
A post shared by Jon Krakauer (@krakauernotwriting) on Sep 2, 2019 at 3:12pm PDT Krakauer’s Instagram is basically the opposite of what you’d expect from a writer, but that’s what makes it awesome. Nature fans will love his stunning shots of ski slopes and sunsets.
5. Rainbow Rowell (@rainbowrowell)
A post shared by Rainbow Rowell (@rainbowrowell) on Oct 1, 2017 at 2:55pm PDT Rainbow Rowell’s posts naturally center her own books, but she also shares fan art, book recs, and photos from live appearances. There’s plenty to love if you’re a Fangirl or Carry On obsessive!
6. Rupi Kaur (@rupikaur)
A post shared by rupi kaur (@rupikaur_) on Aug 21, 2019 at 9:00am PDT Kaur got her start on social media, so it’s no surprise that her Instagram account is a must-watch. She posts a mixture of gorgeous photos and her own original writing.
7. Ocean Vuong (@ocean_vuong)
A post shared by ocean vuong (@ocean_vuong) on Jun 23, 2019 at 8:23am PDT On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous author Ocean Vuong gives followers a behind-the-scenes of his life, work, and reading list.
8. Amanda Montell (@amanda_montell)
A post shared by Amanda Montell (@amanda_montell) on May 21, 2019 at 3:16pm PDT Montell is a linguist, former beauty editor, and author of Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language. She also has great style and great taste in reading material.
9. Tahereh Mafi (@taherehmafi)
A post shared by tahereh mafi (@tahereh) on Aug 7, 2019 at 8:01pm PDT Writing and fashion inspiration abound on Mafi’s grid. Fun fact: she’s married to another author with a great Instagram account, Ransom Riggs, so you’re bound to get some glimpses of him from time to time on her feed.
10. Mary HK Choi (@Choitotheworld)
A post shared by Mary HK Choi 🔮 (@choitotheworld) on Sep 12, 2019 at 12:44pm PDT Choi’s second book, Permanent Record, just came out, which means she’s in the midst of promotional interviews and events.
11. Stephen King (@stephenking)
https://www.instagram.com/p/B0CCO9NpFin/ King is not as prolific an Instagrammer as he is writer. However, when he does post, his captions are always on point. The best part? Even those who scare easily can give him a follow!
12. Neil Gaiman (@neilhimself)
A post shared by Neil Gaiman (@neilhimself) on Jun 16, 2019 at 11:09am PDT What you’ll get: jokes, animals, fan art, and Gaiman’s super-cute kids being super-cute.
13. Elizabeth Acevedo (@acevedowrites)
A post shared by Elizabeth Acevedo (@acevedowrites) on Aug 29, 2019 at 1:33pm PDT The Poet X and With the Fire on High author Elizabeth Acevedo has a fun, relatable social media presence.
14. Karin Slaughter (@karinslaughterauthor)
A post shared by Karin Slaughter (@karinslaughterauthor) on Aug 31, 2019 at 12:51pm PDT Three words: memes and cats.
15. Courtney Summers (@summerscourtney)
https://www.instagram.com/p/B1MaaZIg7jB/ The Sadie writer has a really unique photography style that makes her account stand out.
16. Hanif Abdurraqib (@nifmuhammad)
A post shared by Hanif Abdurraqib (@nifmuhammad) on Aug 20, 2019 at 8:36am PDT Abdurraqib posts snippets of beautiful writing combined with slice-of-life snapshots.
17. Bryan Lee O’Malley (@radiomaru)
A post shared by Bryan Lee O’Malley (@radiomaru) on Aug 2, 2019 at 12:46pm PDT Scott Pilgrim creator Bryan Lee O’Malley’s Instagram is filled with art from his myriad graphic novel projects.
18. Victoria Aveyard (@victoriaaveyard)
A post shared by Victoria Aveyard (@victoriaaveyard) on Aug 21, 2019 at 4:51am PDT Follow the New York Times bestselling author of the Red Queen series as she writes and travels.
19. Elizabeth Gilbert (@elizabeth_gilbert_writer)
A post shared by Elizabeth Gilbert (@elizabeth_gilbert_writer) on Aug 9, 2019 at 12:25pm PDT The City of Girls author is also a savvy Instagrammer. She shares lots of book recommendations and creativity tips, as well as this amazing Eat Pray Love cake.
20. Julie Murphy (@andimjulie)
A post shared by Julie Murphy (@andimjulie) on Aug 6, 2019 at 1:08pm PDT Julie Murphy is not only an amazing author of beloved YA titles like Dumplin’ and Puddin’—she’s also extremely stylish and funny.
21. Grady Hendrix (@paperbacksfromhell)
A post shared by Grady Hendrix (@paperbacksfromhell) on Dec 14, 2017 at 12:28pm PST Horror author Grady Hendrix fills his grid with pictures of spooky vintage paperbacks.
22. Jenny Lawson (@thebloggess)
A post shared by Jenny Lawson (@thebloggess) on Sep 8, 2019 at 5:54pm PDT Blogger and memoirist Jenny Lawson brings her singular sense of humor to her Instagram account.
23. Christina Lauren (@christinalauren)
A post shared by Christina Lauren (@christinalauren) on Aug 3, 2019 at 12:11pm PDT The romance writing power-duo known as Cristina Lauren also share an Instagram account, where they post event announcements and promote other people’s books.
24. Michael Pollan (@michael.pollan)
A post shared by Michael Pollan (@michael.pollan) on Nov 24, 2018 at 4:25pm PST Michael Pollan may be a writer, but his Instagram is full of mouth-watering food and awe-inspiring nature shots.
25. Samantha Irby (@bitchesgottaeat)
A post shared by samantha irby (@bitchesgottaeat) on Aug 16, 2019 at 9:48pm PDT Essayist Samantha Irby’s social media presence is just as hilarious and insightful as her writing. She makes for one of the best authors on Instagram to follow. Want more bookish Instagrams and authors on Instagram? Check out more accounts dedicated to book cover design, art departments, social media poets, black women Bookstagrammers, and vintage books. And don’t forget to follow Book Riot on Instagram and participate in our #RiotGrams series!
