Ruler of Books | TAG

TL;DR

Exploring book recommendations, author choices, and cover art preferences in a fun tag video format.

Transcript

hi this is Vicki and today I'm going to be doing the ruler of books tag this tag was originally created by Ariel beset and i was tagged by Brie hill who is really awesome she had a lot of great videos especially if you love historical romance I have not read that many books from the genre but her videos have given me a long list of books that I nee... Read More

Key Insights

• 🌎 Recommending "Making of Asian in America" for its educational value.
• 🖤 Critiquing standard book summaries and their lack of depth.
• 😑 Expressing a desire for Joan Didion to provide insight into current events.
• 💦 Sharing personal distaste for Lena Dunham's work.
• 📔 Appreciating Phil Noto's stunning cover artwork in the comic industry.
• 😀 Honoring Minerva McGonagall by imagining her face on a coin.
• 🫒 Awarding the 2016 Ruler of Books prize to "Crooked Kingdom" by Leigh Bardugo for living up to the hype.

Questions & Answers

Q: What book would you recommend to everyone and why?

Vicki recommends "Making of Asian in America" for its insightful look at immigration history in the US, a crucial yet often overlooked part of American education.

Q: What author would you choose to write a book about current events?

Vicki would commission Joan Didion to capture the essence of modern times, providing a unique perspective akin to her portrayal of the 60s in her work.

Q: Which book would you relegate to the basement of the library?

Vicki expresses her dislike for Lena Dunham's "Not That Kind of Girl," citing personal issues with the author and her messaging.

Q: Who is your preferred cover artist for a mural?

Vicki praises Phil Noto for his beautiful and soothing artwork, especially in comics, recommending his work for anyone who appreciates aesthetics.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Vicki delves into recommending the book "Making of Asian in America" for its historical significance in American education.

• She discusses abolishing standard, uninformative book summaries in the construction of books.

• Vicki shares her desire for Joan Didion to write a book capturing the essence of current times, reminiscent of the 60s.