'I Am Guilty Of It…': Shefali Shah Calls Herself A 'Book Hoarder' – What Does That Mean?
Some people collect shoes, some collect souvenirs, and some simply cannot walk past a bookstore without adding another title to their growing pile. Shefali Shah appears to belong to the last category. On Book Lovers Day 2026, the actress openly embraced her habit of buying books despite already having unread ones waiting at home, calling herself a "book hoarder" and explaining why the collection…
On Book Lovers Day in 2026, actress Shefali Shah openly discussed her habit of purchasing books, even when she already possessed a substantial number of unread titles at home. She proudly identified herself as a "book hoarder" on her Instagram post, revealing her reasoning for this behavior. Shah admitted to buying books knowingly, despite having enough unread ones, and conceded that this habit makes her guilty.
However, she provided a compelling explanation for her actions, stating that certain moments in life call for escape and comfort. She explained that there are times when emotions feel overwhelming, and on those days, a book serves as a comforting companion, offering a new story and an escape from reality. Shah emphasized that her book collection is not merely a matter of amassing a large number of titles, but rather, it represents a collection of little things to look forward to during difficult times.
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