BOOKS THAT DO & DO NOT NEED SEQUELS!! | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR

Discussing standalone books that got sequels, exploring whether they needed the expansion or should have remained standalones.

Key Insights

• 📔 Standalone books provide a unique reading experience, offering complete stories without the commitment to series.
• 👻 Some standalone books benefit from expansions, allowing for further exploration of themes, character development, or world-building.
• 📔 However, there are standalone books that should remain standalones, as they already offer satisfying and complete stories.

Transcript

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Questions & Answers

Q: What is the significance of standalone books in comparison to series?

Standalone books offer a complete story within a single volume, allowing readers to experience a satisfying narrative without the need for long-term commitment or waiting for future installments. They provide a sense of closure and self-contained storytelling that resonates with certain readers.

Q: Can you provide examples of standalone books that got sequels and your thoughts on whether the expansions were needed?

One example is "This is Not the Jess Show," which received a sequel that was necessary to further explore important themes such as consent. Another example is "The Earth, My Butt, and Other Big Brown Things," which didn't necessarily need a sequel, as the first book already provided a complete and emotional journey.

Q: Are there standalone books that you believe should remain standalones?

"The Sun is Also a Star" and "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" are perfect as standalone novels and should not be expanded upon. They both offer complete and beautiful stories that don't require further exploration.

Q: What are your thoughts on standalone books that have sequels planned?

While some standalone books may offer potential for sequels, such as "They Both Die at the End" with its world-building, others like "The Lucky List" or "You Should See Me in a Crown" work perfectly as self-contained stories and don't necessarily need a sequel. It depends on how the expansion is executed and whether it enhances or dilutes the original story.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The video discusses the experience of reading a standalone book and the satisfaction of it being a complete story without the commitment to a series.

• The content explores standalone books that unexpectedly got sequels or spin-offs, discussing whether the expansions were necessary or if the standalone format would have been more suitable.

• The content also highlights standalone books that have sequels planned, expressing excitement, skepticism, or disappointment regarding the decision to continue the story.