Abby β’ Crime by the Book
Recommending your next favorite thriller book π #readcrimefiction π΅π»ββοΈ Houston, TX π CBTB blog, book box, + more ππ»
229.8K
Followers
416
Following
2.5K
Posts
1.21%
Engagement Rate
Account Overview
Profile summary and post performance
This creator ranks 1017 out of 1606 tracked accounts and holds a follower count that is smaller than the typical creator by a factor of 0.3. As an unverified digital creator with over two thousand posts, this account established itself as a macro profile focused on thriller book recommendations. The engagement rate of 1.21% clears the median mark of 1.00%. This report provides a deeper look at audience interaction and content performance.
Account Info
| Account Size | Macro |
| Followers | 229,754 |
| Following | 416 |
| Posts | 2,461 |
| Verified | No |
| Category | Digital creator |
Post Performance
| Posts Analyzed | 12 |
| Avg Likes per Post | 2,708 |
| Avg Comments per Post | 77 |
| Videos | 6 |
| Photos | 6 |
| Engagement Rate | 1.21% |
Follower Growth Over Time
How @crimebythebook's Instagram follower count has changed across IGDataHub's tracked snapshots. Hover any point for the exact value on that day.
+10.7K
Net Change
+4.8%
% Change
+151
Avg / Day
71
Days Tracked
16
Data Points
Tracked between May 6, 2026 (222,000 followers) and Jul 17, 2026 (232,691 followers).
The account grew from 222.0K to 229.8K followers over 51 days. The trend is upward with a gain of 7.8K followers.
What the trajectory means
The account gained 7.8K followers over the tracked period, moving from 222.0K to 229.8K. This upward trend identifies @crimebythebook as an account worth getting in early on. A consistent pace of 152 new followers per day allows for predictable planning within a campaign brief.
Engagement Analysis
Based on 12 recent posts
Platform Context
@crimebythebook ranks 457 out of 1004 for engagement because its rate sits above the tracked median. This performance means each follower interacts more frequently than the average creator in the dataset. The content achieves a higher level of involvement compared to most peers on the platform.
The engagement rate of 1.21% sits above the 1.00% median and ranks 457 out of 1004. This indicates that the audience interacts more than average for this niche. While likes provide a steady baseline of passive approval, the consistent volume of comments suggests a community willing to engage in conversation. Photos earn higher average engagement at 3.1K likes compared to 2.3K likes for videos. This preference shows the audience rewards still imagery over motion content. Reach reliability remains low as only 8.3% of posts doubled the account average. No posts reached the 5x threshold, suggesting that while engagement is steady, content rarely breaks into a wider discovery cycle. The audience is an active one.
2.7K
Avg Likes/Post
77
Avg Comments/Post
32.5K
Total Likes
923
Total Comments
Engagement Rate
Compared to Macro tier benchmarks
1.21%
(Likes + Comments) / Followers per post
Video vs Photo Engagement
2.3K
Avg Likes on Videos (6)
3.1K
Avg Likes on Photos (6)
Per-Post Engagement Trend
Engagement (likes + comments) for each of @crimebythebook's tracked recent posts, in upload order. Hover any point for the exact value.
Each data point is one post. Spikes indicate viral hits; flat stretches indicate steady content with consistent reach.
Best-Performing Post, Decomposed
What @crimebythebook's single biggest post had going for it — the patterns worth replicating.
5,513 likes · 178 comments
2.0Γ @crimebythebook's average post Β· 1.6Γ the median post.
"3 things I love in this world: Joe, crime books, and The Mysterious Bookshop.π€ This weekend I got to celebrate my bridal shower with so many of my loved ones at my favorite place in New York!!! & I couldnβt have imagined a more perfect way to celebrate. We drank Riesling and pla"
1582 characters
Photo
Format
Tuesday
Day Posted
14:00 UTC
Hour Posted
Content Analysis
Hashtags, keywords, captions, and top posts
The standout post achieved 5.5K likes and 178 comments. This performance was 1.6 times higher than the median like count on this account. The high comment volume relative to likes indicates a strong community connection during that specific interaction. Use the recurring hashtags #thrillerbooks, #booksta, #readcrimefiction, #favoritebooks, and #bookrecs to signal your niche clearly to the algorithm. These tags establish a firm category for the content. Since average engagement is modest relative to the follower count, focus on steady volume rather than seeking explosive growth. The current posting cadence of 0.3 times per week suggests a slow but deliberate pace. You can use caption length as a lever to drive engagement. Shorter captions perform best and suggest that concise copy is sufficient for this audience. Longer captions perform worst because they may distract from the visual. Stick to the core elements that work. This account has 229.8K followers.
Top Hashtags
Top Keywords
Caption Analysis
| Avg Caption Length | 1213 chars |
| Posting Frequency | 0.3 posts/week |
Content Mix
6
Videos / Reels
6
Photos
Top Performing Posts
3 things I love in this world: Joe, crime books, and The Mysterious Bookshop.π€ This weekend I got to celebrate my bridβ¦
Mr. and Mrs. Dunn My favorite chapter.π€ 11.15.25 photography: @katieslaterphotography planning: @jenstrunkevents cβ¦
fast-paced thrillers youβll want to read in one sitting π€π»ππ» (aka be prepared to cancel plans when reading these booksβ¦
one-sitting popcorn thrillers for your to-read list π€π€π»π€ is there anything more fun as a reader than finding a book yoβ¦
me π€π» one-sitting thriller readsπ€π»π€ I have been on a bit of a reading tear recently and I devoured these 3 suspense + β¦
sinister, TWISTED thrillers that left me with my jaw on the floor π€―π€π»π€ listen. sometimes you just need a new read thatβ¦
my to-read pile is out of control and I wouldnβt have it any other way.ππ€ today I wanted to share 8 new & upcoming thβ¦
do we have any 6 βοΈ thriller reads in common??πππ» ok ok I know itβs a BOLD claim to call a book perfectβ¦.. but for me β¦
The Unbound Writer Paris retreat is now open for applications! Join us in Paris for four unforgettable days of creatiβ¦
Top Posts
Highest-liked recent posts from @crimebythebook
| # | Caption | Likes | Comments | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
3 things I love in this world: Joe, crime books, and The Mysterious Bookshop.π€
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5.5K | 178 | view |
| 2 |
Mr. and Mrs. Dunn
My favorite chapter.π€
11.15.25
photography: @katieslaterphβ¦
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5.1K | 364 | view |
| 3 |
fast-paced thrillers youβll want to read in one sitting π€π»ππ»
(aka be prepared β¦
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4.8K | 65 | view |
| 4 |
one-sitting popcorn thrillers for your to-read list π€π€π»π€
is there anything morβ¦
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4.0K | 69 | view |
| 5 |
me π€π» one-sitting thriller readsπ€π»π€
I have been on a bit of a reading tear recβ¦
|
3.7K | 31 | view |
| 6 |
sinister, TWISTED thrillers that left me with my jaw on the floor π€―π€π»π€
listen.β¦
|
3.5K | 35 | view |
| 7 |
my to-read pile is out of control and I wouldnβt have it any other way.ππ€
todβ¦
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3.2K | 47 | view |
| 8 |
do we have any 6 βοΈ thriller reads in common??πππ»
ok ok I know itβs a BOLD claβ¦
|
943 | 29 | view |
| 9 |
The Unbound Writer Paris retreat is now open for applications!
Join us in Parβ¦
|
522 | 44 | view |
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
When @crimebythebook posts on Instagram
The account follows a sparse high-effort pace. Posting roughly once every three weeks puts the creator well below the median frequency of one post per week. This low volume ranks them in the bottom half of creators by followers based on posting consistency. A consistency score of zero indicates an erratic rhythm with no predictable pattern between uploads. You can expect long periods of silence followed by very brief bursts of activity. The longest streak is only three days. Content typically lands on Tuesday and Friday at 17:00 UTC. Marketers should not plan campaigns around a regular weekly cycle because the gaps between posts are unpredictable. Coordination requires monitoring for these specific windows rather than expecting steady content flow. Because the cadence is so sporadic, a tie-in must be planned around a specific long-term content pillar rather than a recurring weekly slot. The lack of regularity means you cannot rely on a habitual presence to maintain brand awareness.
0.3
Posts / week
617.8h
Avg gap between posts
Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Peak posting days
17:00, 16:00, 14:00 UTC
Peak posting hours
Posting Activity by Hour (UTC)
How often @crimebythebook publishes at each hour of the day, across 12 timestamped posts. Bar height = number of posts. Hover any bar for the exact count.
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The account posts most often on Tuesday and Friday at 17:00 UTC. The posting frequency is low at 0.3 times per week.
Most Common Words
Frequent caption words across @crimebythebook's recent posts (excludes stopwords)
Best Day of the Week to Post
@crimebythebook's engagement broken down by day of the week
| Day | Posts | Avg Engagement | Total Engagement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 1 | 3,741 | 3,741 |
| Tuesday | 3 | 4,678 | 14,035 |
| Wednesday | 1 | 566 | 566 |
| Friday | 3 | 2,311 | 6,933 |
| Saturday | 2 | 2,233 | 4,466 |
| Sunday | 2 | 1,838 | 3,676 |
Posting Consistency & Streaks
How steadily @crimebythebook maintains output
3
Longest streak (days)
0/100
Consistency score
Inverse of posting-gap variance
3.9%
Active days
Posted at least once
617.8h
Avg gap
Between posts
Caption Length & Performance
How @crimebythebook's caption length correlates with engagement
100.0%
Posts with Caption
1213
Avg Caption Chars
1214
Median Chars
1774
Longest Caption
| Caption Length | Posts | Avg Engagement |
|---|---|---|
| Long (100+) | 12 | 2.8K |
The audience rewards captions of 50 characters with the highest engagement. This performance stands out because it is much higher than any other length measured.
Who This Audience Is
What @crimebythebook's reach and engagement mean for a brand.
The follower count is below the median for tracked creators on this platform. This indicates an audience that does not reach broadcast scale despite the total count. The unverified status and broad digital creator classification suggest a niche rather than a mainstream celebrity following. Engagement rates are slightly above the median, which means brand messages land harder than average in this specific space. This delta suggests a concentrated group of viewers who interact with content more frequently than typical users in similar size brackets. The audience is small enough to remain localized within its specific interest category while maintaining higher than average interaction levels. Based on these metrics, the account fits best within the mystery or true crime entertainment category.
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Estimated Earnings
Revenue estimates based on follower count and engagement
The creator earns primarily through brand partnerships and sponsored content. A single post sits in the $1.8K to $3.4K range based on their follower count. Because this account ranks below the median, the quoted band acts as a ceiling for negotiations rather than a standard starting point. The 1.21% engagement rate exceeds the 1.00% average and justifies a fair price for the reach provided. These are modelled estimates from public metrics, not disclosed earnings.
Sponsorship Value (Est. Per Post)
Based on 229.8K followers (Macro)
$1,838 – $3,446
Industry rate for macro Instagram creators
Key Insights & Takeaways
Key Takeaways
Strengths
- + 1.21% engagement rate beats the 1.00% tracked median
- + Above the 10K threshold where sponsorship deals become viable
Opportunities
- ~ Only 8.3% of recent posts clear 2x the account average, a low hit-rate
- ~ Sparse cadence of about 0.3 posts a week limits fresh reach
Summary
This analysis of @crimebythebook reveals a macro Instagram presence with 229,754 followers. The account demonstrates an engagement rate of 1.21%, averaging 2.7K likes per post across 12 analyzed posts.
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Start SearchingFrequently Asked Questions About @crimebythebook
How many followers does @crimebythebook have on Instagram?
@crimebythebook has 229,754 followers on Instagram, placing them in the macro creator tier.
What is @crimebythebook's Instagram engagement rate?
@crimebythebook has an engagement rate of 1.21% based on 12 recent posts, averaging 2.7K likes per post.
How much does @crimebythebook earn on Instagram?
Based on industry benchmarks, @crimebythebook's estimated sponsorship value is $1,838 - $3,446 per post. Actual earnings vary by niche, audience demographics, and individual brand negotiations.
How many posts has @crimebythebook published on Instagram?
@crimebythebook has published 2,461 posts on Instagram.
What is @crimebythebook's most-liked recent post?
Of the 12 recent posts analyzed, the top post received 5,513 likes and 178 comments.
How often does @crimebythebook post on Instagram?
@crimebythebook posts approximately 0.3 times per week, with an average gap of 617.8 hours between posts. Peak posting days are Tuesday, Friday, Saturday.
How does @crimebythebook compare to other Instagram creators?
@crimebythebook sits in the Macro creator tier alongside accounts like @yasmin, @panchasky, @daynightphotography.
About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of @crimebythebook's Instagram profile and 12 recent posts.
Data collected and analyzed by IGDataHub | Analysis date: May 25, 2026