2021 Reading & Channel Goals

TL;DR

In this video, the YouTuber discusses her personal reflections on 2020, her goals for her book review channel in 2021, and her desire to champion smaller book releases.

Transcript

hi guys olive here here today to talk about what my reading and my channel goals are going to be in 2021 and also have a more general chat about where this channel is going 2020 has been an interesting year to put it nicely i'm not in the habit of talking about details about my personal life in general or on this channel despite the fact that i hav... Read More

Key Insights

• 💦 The YouTuber became a freelance book reviewer after building up a portfolio and pitching her work to editors.
• 😀 She faces challenges in finding venues that accept freelance reviewers and adapting to publishers' changing release dates.
• 💦 The YouTuber is grateful for her channel's success but does not prioritize numerical goals, aiming to focus on producing good work.
• 📔 Her goals for 2021 include doing 50 book reviews, improving her reviewing skills, and championing smaller book releases.
• 🌚 She acknowledges the challenges faced by new and smaller authors and wants to help promote their work.
• 🫠 The YouTuber also plans to read and review books from her backlist and clear her backlog on NetGalley.
• 📔 She acknowledges the trend of book content focusing on lists but believes book reviews are valuable and wants to prove that through her reviews.

Questions & Answers

Q: How did the YouTuber become a freelance book reviewer?

The YouTuber had been writing full-length book reviews for free to build up a portfolio. She pitched her work to editors and eventually had her first piece published in her local newspaper, which was a dream come true.

Q: What challenges does the YouTuber face as a freelance book reviewer?

The YouTuber faces rejection and difficulties in finding venues that accept freelance reviewers. Some publishers have also been changing release dates due to the pandemic, making it challenging to keep up with reviewing.

Q: How does the YouTuber feel about her channel's success?

The YouTuber initially did not have grand aspirations for her channel but is extremely grateful for reaching 20,000 subscribers. She values her audience and does not prioritize numerical goals but strives to produce good work.

Q: What are the YouTuber's goals for her channel in 2021?

Her main goal is to do 50 book reviews on her channel, focusing on thoroughly reviewing books. She aims to continue improving her reviewing skills and wants to champion smaller book releases that often struggle for attention.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• 2020 was a year of changes for the YouTuber, with the highlight being her first piece appearing in her local newspaper as a freelance book reviewer.

• She plans to continue pitching to new venues and hopes to have her work featured in other publications in 2021.

• The YouTuber reflects on her growth and success on her channel, expressing gratitude for reaching 20,000 subscribers and discussing her initial goals when she started on BookTube.