Can One Read Only YouTuber Books for 24 Hours?

TL;DR

Jack Edwards attempts a 24-hour challenge of reading solely YouTuber books, offering candid reviews of titles from popular creators like Zoella, Joe Sugg, and more. While some books surprise with their depth, others disappoint, reflecting the mixed quality of YouTuber literature.

Transcript

oh this is such a terrible idea um good morning friends it is currently 10 to 4 in the am can you see that i need to prove that it's 10 to 4 and i just woke up to start my 24 hour challenge it kind of feels like you know when you get up early to go on holiday except there's nothing like that it is nothing of the sort i am not even leaving my flat t... Read More

Key Insights

• 📔 There was a trend of YouTubers releasing books, with many of them hiring ghostwriters.
• 🫠 Reading YouTuber books can be a mix of enjoyment and disappointment depending on personal preferences.
• 😮 Autobiographical books by YouTubers can sometimes surprise readers with the depth of personal experiences shared.
• 📔 Not all YouTuber books are well-written or offer substantial content, but that doesn't necessarily mean they are without value.
• 💁 Graphic novels can be an overlooked genre and shouldn't be dismissed solely based on their format.
• 🤕 The age appropriateness of characters in YouTuber books can sometimes be questionable.
• ❓ YouTubers have diverse interests and talents beyond YouTube, such as sustainable fashion.

Questions & Answers

Q: Which book did Jack find the most interesting and why?

Jack found "Girl Online" by Zoella's ghostwriter to be the most interesting book he read. He enjoyed the story and thought it had substance, although he did have some critiques about the age appropriateness of the characters.

Q: Did Jack enjoy reading graphic novels like "Username: Evie" by Joe Sugg?

Yes, Jack enjoyed reading "Username: Evie" and stated that graphic novels can have a lot of potential, despite not being something he would typically choose. He mentioned that the graphics in the book were beautiful.

Q: How did Jack feel about Marcus Butler's book, "Hello Life"?

Jack was not excited about reading Marcus Butler's book, but he still gave it a chance. However, he found it to be a disappointment, feeling that it was written just for the sake of having a book. He did mention that Marcus has since done some cool things with his sustainable fashion company.

Q: Which book did Jack think had the most value and substance?

Jim Chapman's book, "147 Things," impressed Jack with its autobiographical elements. Jim shared personal experiences and major life events such as domestic abuse, childhood, family illnesses, and grief. Jack appreciated the value and depth in Jim's book.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Jack begins the challenge with excitement and anticipation of reading YouTuber books, especially after his own book was recently released.

• Throughout the day, he reads books by popular British YouTubers, including Zoella, Joe Sugg, Tanya Burr, Marcus Butler, Dan and Phil, and the Sidemen.

• He shares his thoughts and critiques of each book, highlighting some surprising elements and giving honest reviews.