Under the Influence of Booktube Tag

TL;DR

April discusses the influence of Booktubers on her reading choices, genres she became more open to, and the effect of Booktube on her book buying habits.

Transcript

hi guys it is April from getting hooker with it today I'm here to do the under the influence of booktube tag this was created by the lovely olive over at a book olive and I thought the questions were really interesting and like really made me think so I wanted to do this little tag with you so let's get into it okay so the first question was a fant... Read More

Key Insights

• 📔 Booktubers' recommendations can greatly impact readers' book choices, as seen with April's favorite horror book, "Bird Box."
• ✊ Booktube has the power to broaden readers' horizons and introduce them to genres they may not have considered before.
• 🥰 Booktube provides a supportive community where readers can discuss deeper topics and share their love for books.
• 🥺 Booktube can influence book buying habits and lead to overflowing bookshelves, causing stress for some members of the community.
• ✊ Booktube reviews have the power to make readers reconsider their opinions on well-known books, such as "To Kill a Mockingbird."
• ❓ Other Booktubers' styles and creative content can inspire aspiring Booktubers to start their own channels and explore their creativity.
• 🫠 Booktubers may feel pressure to read extensively in order to maintain content for their channels.
• 🥰 Booktube fosters a sense of community and a deep love for books, reigniting a passion for reading.
• 📔 Booktubers hope to provide valuable book recommendations and inspire others to read good books.

Questions & Answers

Q: What is the book that April was recommended by a Booktuber and became her favorite horror book?

April was recommended the book "Bird Box" by Katie from Chapter Stacks, and it has become her all-time favorite horror book.

Q: Did April struggle to think of a book she was discouraged from reading due to a Booktuber's review?

Yes, April couldn't think of a specific book, but her subscribers often leave feedback on her book hauls, and one book she has put off reading is "Fierce Kingdom" due to multiple negative reviews by subscribers.

Q: Has Booktube influenced April's reading preferences and made her more open to different genres?

April mentions that she has always known her preferences in books and hasn't been convinced to read romance novels. However, Booktube has made her more open to literary fiction, thanks to Booktubers like Simon of Savage Reads and Lauren from Lauren and the books.

Q: How has April's time spent on YouTube changed since discovering Booktube?

Before Booktube, April was obsessed with beauty YouTubers. However, after discovering Booktube, she now splits her time fairly between beauty YouTubers and booktubers. She also mentions occasionally watching lifestyle videos.

Q: How many books did April read per month per year before discovering Booktube, and how has it changed since then?

April doesn't have specific statistics on the number of books she read before Booktube. However, after discovering Booktube, her number of books read per year has increased steadily. In 2016, she read 78 books, followed by 83 books in 2017, and 91 books in 2018.

Q: Has Booktube affected April's book buying habits?

Yes, Booktube has greatly affected April's book buying habits. Before starting Booktube, she decluttered her book collection and aimed to simplify her life. However, her bookshelves are now double-stacked with books, causing her stress. She plans to slow down her book buying this year and focus on enjoying her reading life.

Q: Has a Booktuber's review ever made April reconsider her stance on a book?

Yes, Carla's Book Bits did a review on "To Kill a Mockingbird," discussing how Atticus Finch's character promotes tolerance rather than inclusivity, leading to a reexamination of April's perspective on the book. This review made April think differently about the book.

Q: Has April been inspired by other Booktubers to create certain types of videos?

Yes, April got inspired by Sara's Night Nightstand to do a monthly revisit of an old book haul, forcing her to read at least one of those books. She also got inspired by Lauren and the Books to create "At the Moment" videos. Additionally, Books and Lala inspires her with the inventiveness of her video ideas.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• April discusses a book, "Bird Box," that she was recommended by a Booktuber and it became her favorite horror book. She struggled to think of a book she was discouraged from reading by a Booktuber's negative review.

• Booktube has made her more open to literary fiction thanks to Booktubers like Simon of Savage Reads and Lauren from Lauren and the books. She credits Booktube for helping her explore books she wouldn't have otherwise.

• Before Booktube, April was obsessed with beauty YouTubers, but discovering Booktube led her to become a booktuber herself. She now enjoys a healthy balance between beauty and booktubers.