“Hot Dudes Reading” showcases the literary men of your dreams on Instagram

 

Spotted this scruffy prince on his morning commute. Probably to sculpture class. I'm sure he's reading a collection of post-war Russian short stories, but really thinking of how he made love to his French girlfriend this morning and the gluten free toast they shared after. #marryme #hotdudesreading

A photo posted by Hot Dudes Reading - Official (@hotdudesreading) on Feb 1, 2015 at 10:56am PST

They say book lovers never go to bed alone.

We’re guessing that’s definitely the case with the men featured in the popular new Instagram account Hot Dudes Reading. Proving that nothing makes a guy sexier than a big tome, the account features covert photos of New York hotties reading on the subway, along with witty captions assessing their literary proclivities. Though "Hot Dudes Reading" started a week ago and has only 14 posts, it's already gained a whopping 150,000 followers (and counting—several Time Out New York staff members just added it to their feeds). 

“We’ve always chatted about constantly falling in love on our subway commutes and organically began sending these pictures to one another,” one of the account’s anonymous creators told The Huffington Post. “Reading is fundamentally hot, and who doesn’t like to fantasize a little bit about the sexy stranger we spot sitting across from us?

Check out some of the best photos of the scholarly sexpots below, and get your fill of handsome gents reading books ranging from Annihilation to Not That Kind of Girl. At the very least, they should give you plenty of material for that next Missed Connections ad.

 

Isn't he adorable? With that textbook he could be studying, or maybe he's just casually teaching himself to code. Either way, he looks like a man with goals. I bet his mother is so proud. In fact, he's probably on his way to see her now. #futureinlaws #hotdudesreading

A photo posted by Hot Dudes Reading - Official (@hotdudesreading) on Feb 4, 2015 at 9:42am PST

 

Good morning, single bachelor. Nothing gives me more hope than a banker without a band. Almost has that dangerous Patrick Bateman vibe, but I can tell he's a nice guy on account of the black loafers and blue socks. He's probably listening to Taylor Swift in those headphones. #blankspace #hotdudesreading

A photo posted by Hot Dudes Reading - Official (@hotdudesreading) on Feb 3, 2015 at 8:07am PST

 

Dapper Dude Alert! Damn. Whatever prose he's reading cannot match the beauty of that full beard. He's like the hot English professor of my dreams, only with way better hair. #voluntarydetention #hotdudesreading - this ones for @lancebass

A photo posted by Hot Dudes Reading - Official (@hotdudesreading) on Feb 6, 2015 at 7:29pm PST

 

The book may be obscure but I'm sure this crisp cutie is reading it long before it becomes cool. He probably spent all night dancing at the best underground party in Bushwick, and he still looks flawless. Can't wait to see his record collection. #stacked #hotdudesreading

A photo posted by Hot Dudes Reading - Official (@hotdudesreading) on Feb 9, 2015 at 6:25pm PST

 

Check out this Brooklyn-bound boss' material. Maybe he's an aspiring actor/writer/producer/director/nudist looking for tips. Doesn't matter, I love a man getting in touch with his feminine side. When will he get in touch with mine? Just kidding. #notthatkindofgirl #hotdudesreading

A photo posted by Hot Dudes Reading - Official (@hotdudesreading) on Feb 11, 2015 at 8:41am PST