Book Summary: “Moments to Hold Close” by Molly Burford

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Book Context

Molly Burford’s book Moments to Hold Close is a collection of heartwarming and inspiring quotes and stories that aim to remind readers of the beauty of life and the importance of cherishing every moment.

Moments to Hold Close rapdily rose to popularity thanks to TikTok and Instagram. Posts about the book on the official Thought Catalog TikTok almost always reach millions of people, and often much more than that. Moreover, the book has spawned a movement of users sharing their favorite quotes from the book and how it relates to their life.

“Signs You’ve Found Your Platonic Soulmate” is a viral prose poem from the book.

Molly’s book has received high praise for for its groundbreaking blend of humor, poetry, self-help, and philosophical musings. It covers a wide range of topics related to life, but the book seamlessly ties them all together in a cohesive and elegant manner that feels familiar and heartwarming.

Summary

There is no one right way to read Moments to Hold Close. You can read it cover to cover, or you can flip through the pages and read the quotes and stories that you need in the current moment. And while you can read it as a traditional book, other readers on social media have used the book in more creative ways. Some people use the book as an impetus for journal prompts, and other uses it as conversation starter with friends and loved ones.

The first edition of Moments to Hold Close is a high-end paperback designed and produced by Thought Catalog Books.

While the book covers every imaginable topic, it is particularly relevant for Generation Z and Millennials as Molly is writing from the perspective of a young person coming of age in the era of social media.

One of the best ways to portal yourself into the text is to consider the opening epigraph of the book, which is a John Green quote that states: “I don’t know a perfect person. I only know flawed people who are still worth loving.”

Some of the major themes of the book include:

  • The value of connection and relationships, including with loved ones, strangers, and dogs.
  • The importance of self-love and acceptance, even in moments of vulnerability or imperfection.
  • The idea that life is full of ups and downs, but it’s important to appreciate the good moments while also learning from the difficult ones.
  • The power of hope, gratitude, and kindness in making a positive impact on others’ lives as well as our own.
Moments to Hold Close is an airy and atmospheric book.

There is also an element of the book that transcends theme. Moments to Hold Close is also an atmospheric experience that encourages us to appreciate life and think about how our own existence.

Moments to Hold Close Quotes

Some People Are Only Meant To Be Loved For A Little While

Think about it like this: Your favorite songs always end. The credits of your favorite movie will always roll. This book you’re holding in your hands will, too, come to a close. Would you stop listening to music, would you stop watch- ing movies, would you stop reading books just because they end? Shouldn’t we treat people the same? Because maybe it’s not about the longevity of the love but the quality of the time spent loving one another. After all, people change. We change. Who we are when we fell in love may no longer exist and vice versa. And after a little while ends with someone else, we can adore them from a distance and wish them well. Some people are only meant to be loved for a little while, and that’s okay.

Molly Burford

Read This When You Forget Your Worth

When you forget your worth, please know that you are not an afterthought. You are not an idea that needs mulling over. You are not an option. You are not second best. And anyone who makes you feel any of those ways doesn’t deserve you anyway.

Read This When You Forget Your Worth, Molly Burford

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Love is about seeing
someone’s scars and
remembering you
have them too.

Molly Burford

How To Love Yourself Better

Stop expecting yourself to be perfect. Allow yourself to be human. Look around you. Celebrate the little wins. Accept the downfalls with as much grace as you can muster. Forgive yourself when you fall short. Try again. Try again. Try again. Never stop trying.

Molly Burford

How To Find Your People

Let go of those who have already let go of you. See who remains.

Molly Burford

A Thought On Loving

Love changes you. If it didn’t, what would the point have been?

Molly Burford

PDF of Moments to Hold Close

The most popular way to read Moments to Hold Close is the physical paperback version. You can find it on Shop Catalog or ask your local bookstore to order it for you. That said, there is a free PDF version of the book that can be explored here. The full version of the book is on paperback or can be purchased through Apple Books.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will there be a translation of the book in my language? Moments to Hold Close was only released April 11, 2023 and foreign rights are still available. Please contact the team at Thought Catalog Books for more details on licensing.

How did Molly Burford become so popular? Molly has been a longtime presence and byline all over the internet. Prior to the release of Moments to Hold Close, Molly interned at Thought Catalog, published four books with Adams Media and Simon & Schuster, completed numerous editing and production assignments for a variety of sites. She is also one of the most popular writers on this website, making her my colleague. She covers zodiac, relationships, and other fun topics on Collective World. Her book though primarily became popular from people sharing it on TikTok.

How do I follow Molly? The best place to learn more about Molly is probably Instagram. She also has a growing presence on TikTok and Twitter. For more in-depth writing from Molly, check out her Thought Catalog profile or Collective World one.

When does the audiobook come out? There is no release date yet for the audio version of Moments to Hold Close. However, when that changes, I’ll update this FAQ.

Is Moments to Hold Close shipped internationally and all over the world? Yes. You can order Molly’s book from Shop Catalog and have it shipped anywhere in the world. However, the book is shipped from the United States so postage and duties will vary by your country.

One of Molly’s prose poems on the back of a sweatshirt for sale on Shop Catalog.

Does Molly have merchandise, workbooks, and other products for sale? Yes, Molly has designed a variety of products over the years. You can view them here. She is most known for her “An Incomplete List of Green Flags” sweatshirt, which has gone viral on both Instagram and TikTok.