Q&A || Forced Diversity, Tips for Booktube, Hate Comments, Reading Slumps || Books with Emily Fox
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- Опубликовано: 18 сен 2024
- I'm answering your questions in this Q&A, you'll more than you ever wished about me. I knew you couldn't bear to live any longer without knowing how I eat my toasts. You're welcome!
I try to answer as many as I could but feel free to leave any more book topics you would like me to do discussion about but here I talk about hate comments, how to start a booktube, reading slumps and forced diversity!
Train video I was mentioning: • Harry Potter Inspired ...
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I'm so happy to see a Booktuber who doesn't conform to the typical booktubing stereotypes aka constantly opening subscription boxes, do tons of YA sponsored videos or ten thousand arc openings which they'll never read.
I love your strong and vocal opinions on controversial topics and that you're not afraid to express them. I guess it's because you're clearly more yourself and relaxed here than on your beauty channel (I might be wrong to judge you, because I don't know you, but, this is how you come across in my opinion).
I really like your book taste and I can't find more youtubers like you, unfortunately. No wonder your channel is doing great.
I wanted to comment on the forced diversity topic. I totally agree that a lot of books are being published just for marketing and $$$ reasons. I also HATE how some youtubers are so Pro-diversity that they can't read a book with a male protagonist without saying "oh, I would have given this book a 5/5, but can't, because the main character (or group of characters) was a male. It lacked a strong female character". Oh my god!! not every freaking book needs diversity and "STRONG" female characters....I've heard a lot of those comments about Lies of Locke Lamora for example.
That's kinda why I want to do book discussion videos. There are some things I now see differently than I did before I did videos but there are things I would like to explain why I'm also against.
I'm not a big fan of subscription boxes.
I've tried them and decided they weren't for me. I'm not against sponsored videos (but might see it differently than others as to why!) but it's too complex of a topic to say why here so I need to do a video on them!
The beauty channel has been harder because I started so long ago and my English wasn't great lol I do think my most recent videos are more "me" but it can be surprisingly difficult to add your personality to a video about makeup!
BookswithEmilyFox bring the discussions on!! We will go over every controversial topic 😁
I don't think people in general (including me) are against sponsored videos, but only when they're done genuinely about the book/topic that one is interested in. I'm tired of seeing the same book popping up on every other channel: "it's not even that good, why are you talking about it?!" - me talking to my laptop while watching them.
I totally feel you! Probably why I'll need to do a video on that!
I'm hesitating a bit because I don't want it to come off as "I'm not like other you tubers" or like I'm attacking anyone else... aka just drama lol
BookswithEmilyFox if You don't do it, no one is going to do it on booktube! And also, drama on book tube? Please, we're just a bunch of nerds here dreaming about having magic wands lol
You've already started dipping into controversial stuff, it's not the time to back off.
Plus, you can always block the haters any time :D
There's apparently lots of drama on Twitter but I've been avoiding it all tbh!
I don't really mind drama from one random comment/viewers but I don't want this to become a "let's point the fingers to certain booktubers" or getting hate from viewers or other booktubers that feels like I'm attacking people they love you know?
I'm still planning on talking about it all but I'll have to watch how I say things a bit!
Almost 40 minutes of Emily? Yes please
Gee girl, could this video beeeee any longer?!
BookswithEmilyFox all your videos should be this long lol
literally read this in Chandler Bing's voice... this is how obsesseed I am
BookswithEmilyFox a theme today (but I love it)
I'm glad it was obvious haha I wasn't sure if I needed to make it clearer!
BookswithEmilyFox i have a topic for u to talk about "reader chaiming", the eternal fight between people who criticise other for his reading options
I personally really like that your opinions are not of the typical booktuber one. It's a breath of fresh air. English is also not my first language. I've been subscribed to your beauty channel for years and when I found out you had a booktube channel I was so ecstatic. You've always been someone who comes off as someone with strong opinions and honest. I love your idgaf but at the same time open-minded and sensitive way of dealing with things. Although I do agree with a lot of what you say, there are still things I don't agree with and that's 100% okay because we're two different people. And I don't feel defensive or uncomfortable saying that because I know you feel the same.
My heart broke a little when you chose makeup over books. Good thing you really don't have to choose!
It would be harder if you include movies, tv shows... :P
You're by far my favorite booktuber to watch. I love how honest you always are, that not every second video begins with "thanks to xy for sponsoring this video", and that you state your opinions so clearly - not only about how you liked the book in general, but also stuff like sexism. And I also like your sense of humor, I don't think I was ever bored watching one of your videos!
I love this so freaking much. The toast, the questions, the sassiness- YASS GIRL. I definitely had a good time watching, congrats on 54K now!!!
Finally. Someone else thinks the same way as me with forced diversity. I'm all for diversity, but when people do things just to do them, it's ridiculous. You go girl.
Chrissy Marie yaaas I’m so glad there’s more people who feel the same as me! I feel like it’s taboo to mention because so many people will miss understand me and take offense.
I didn't realise how short a time you've been speaking English! Girl, it's flawless!
Emily Ann I’m always so impressed by this fact about her too! Like I studied Italian for 3 years. Nothing. Haha
I appreciate it! I cringe a bit every time I edit and notice all my mistakes but what can you do! If I waited until my videos were perfect I would never post lol
Girl, no way! It's amazing the proficiency you have with English if you've only been speaking for a few years! I took classes in French back in college for two years and I was nowhere near as conversational, even, as you are with English! I will always say to keep posting! Also, your accent makes me happy and I love you all the more!
BookswithEmilyFox literally the only “mistake” I’ve ever noticed with your English is an occasional pronouncing of the “th” sound. Like the word “with” you will say “wit”. But it is such a small thing that is barely noticeable. Your English is much better than even many people who speak English as their first language lol. Also.....I need to go make some peanut butter toast now.
Oh hell no I would NEVER give up my books for makeup and I found your beauty Chanel first and was excited to know your a reader. If someone treats me like shit for not wearing make up they can eat shit. I’m confident in myself to care more about me than what others think. I find more joy and meaning losing myself in a good book and finding people to talk to about a good book than something as artificial as makeup. Makeup comes off at night but a good story stays in my mind forever.
Never give up your book channel. I could live without make up but not without books, lol.
Don't worry I've been enjoying my book channel more than the makeup one lol
Girl I’m with you on the makeup dilemma, I actually owe it to you for discovering booktube and starting my booktube channel. It was in one of your beauty videos that you announced you’d started a 2nd channel and I was like wait... people talk about books on here?! Thanks a million - honestly! :)
I hope it’s not creepy but I legit bought almost all the books you recommended in your sci fi books for beginners and I’m three books in and love them all! So thank you for your hard work and introducing me to amazing books. I am subscribed to both of your channels and even though I like your beauty stuff I watch your book videos more. Sending love from Texas 😍
Angie Betancourt Which ones did you read from that video? I want to pick up a new one. Texas forever 💛
I'm so happy you've enjoyed my recommendations!
I'm bilingual too...Spanish was my first language. I grew up in the States so now my English is much better than my Spanish. I still read and write in Spanish but I'm always worried it's not up to standards. I totally relate to you and your bilingual brain. I would say your French is still there...I went to Mexico by myself this summer and made it.
I would like a video about adult books for YA readers. I try to find some good adult books and read the name of the wind and the mist born trilogy which I really enjoyed
It’s really nice getting to know you more! Also thank you for not being a hypocrite about the books vs makeup thing- hard choice- but makeup these days feels like a practicality not the luxury that it was back then. People really do treat you better (upon first impression yes) when you are all gussied up.
You and Thoughts on Tomes are the only booktubers I watch these days.❤Also, a shout out for all of us that went through law school.😁
I love when you're blunt and aren't afraid to voice your opinions. Above all I love your "aggressive feminism". Could you do a video contrasting popular books w/ sexist themes/characters and popular books w/ feminist themes/characters?
Ohhhhhh a long video. How exciting.
ooOoO i gotta settle down for the TEA in this video
Just a little bit of tea :P
Agreed, celery is awful. I'm here for you!!
YAY! The internet is awesome that way, you get to find your people :D
You videos are always a breath of fresh air! It's great to get people talking about things that are really going on, we should all have the maturity to talk about uncomfortable matters.
I appreciate you being so honest about how extreme, mean, and/or sexual comments do happen in Booktube. I've heard so many people say that Booktube is such a nice community as if no one is ever mean to each other. I've gotten some really awful responses to my comments, and the fact that nobody mentions that as a possibility just makes me feel even worse about it.
That is so true that people are quite unfriendly to you if you don’t wear makeup. I think I enjoy your videos so much because you are unapologetically authentic and openly talk about feminism.
'chu-chu chu-chu chu-chu' that was so cute hahaha
On a second note, I had just bought a tripod to start a book channel, but the hate comment talk got me terrified hahaha
GUESS WHAT I STARTED SAID CHANNEL, though I'm still terrified hahaha
If you ever do merch, I think Aggressive Feminist is your first tshirt. I would buy one. Also, agreed x1000 that celery is disgusting.
Je t'adore! Je suis a moitié française et allemande et je lis aussi beaucoup de livre en anglais. Depuis que je regarde tes video (depuis quelques mois) ma collection de livre anglais a grandi et prend la place des livres allemand :D :D :D
Ton humour est adorable! Je suis dans ma dernière année de mes études et quand je vois tout ce que tu arrives a faire je suis impressionné et veux aussi y arriver!!!!
J'ai aussi essayer de faire des vidéos sur youtube (j'ai réussi et en mettre deux online... et c'est tout :D ). Mais je ne trouve pas le temps a tout éditer et avoir une vie sociale!
Je t'encourage et me réjoui a chaque fois que je vois sur mes suggestion une nouvelle de toi :)
Un grand grand bisous de l'Europe (côté Allemand) :D :D
Your video notifications make me so happy. Never stop making them.
Omg I feel you
I'm also french canadian! But because I'm studying in engineering and constantly exposed to English, I'm starting to lose my french. When I talk to family, it comes out as really bad franglais and my syntax is horrible.
I just discovered your channel and I really really enjoy your content! You're not afraid to speak out your opinions on the books you read and I find that this is what makes you stand out from the mainstream booktubers in my eyes.
Keep it up! :D
I was a Canadian studies and French major at college and studied abroad in QC so your channel brings me SO much joy. I love when you speak French and your quebecois accent, it makes me feel so nostalgic.
Your videos got me into Booktube and made me read more books again, aaaaaaand... thanks, you're great :D
I really love how you always speak your mind about everything and that's why this video passed by so quickly! I just recently finished the Reckoners trilogy and honestly it's not worth it if you didn't like the first book. In my opinion Steelheart was the best out of 3 and the other two were so underwhelming. Also I should mention I read Mistborn trilogy and Way of Kings and they are some of my absolute favourite fantasy books so yeah, that was the first time Sanderson disappointed me.
40 mins though... who does she think she is?! :P
Thanks for the tip! I'm not in a rush to finish it considering I have so many of his other books to read :)
I like that you express your opinion on controversial topics and are always genuine and yourself. Let your sense of humour and intelligence be seen and just ignore the haters and creepers.
AN ALMOST 40 MINUTE VIDEO FROM EMILY?!!! WE HAVE BEEN BLESSED 🙌🏽
Love that you answered the controversial qns..really wish you didn't have to give so many disclaimers n just be able to say what you feel..but I get it...people can easily misconstrue your words...Love your channel. Big Congrats on 50k!!! Keep doing what you do 😊❤️
I love this video so much! You're so sassy and you're not afraid to talk about the real stuff! Thank you so much :D
Loved this so much!! So many people these days are so aggressive with their opinions they don’t even try to show respect for a differing one, “you do you” is such a great philosophy. ❤️
I love watching your videos mostly because you speak your mind. It get annoying when everyone always saves about the same book (sometimes it feels sponsored).
I'd be interested in a video about sponsorship etc
I was so excited when you talked about Peggy Sue and Le Petit Dinosaure I love them so much! Peggy Sue is the first series I've ever read, even though I also stopped when the plot gets messy and the romance gets awkward... I'd love to hear you speak French out of curiosity but I totally respect your will not to do so.
I feel like you're very genuine and even though you can voice your opinions you remain down to earth, you're very casual about it and that makes you even more relatable. You're a bit more mature than the typical YA reader one can easily find on booktube (which is totally fine). I feel maybe that's why you stand out (in a good way).
If you search on youtube for "beauty with emily fox + french" you'll find my beauty videos where I speak french! I only did a couple but it's enough to hear it :P
@@BookswithEmilyFox Just did thank you! :D
Amazing background music for Fantasy books is Skyrim Ambience. There’s a playlist of youtube, and some have rain as well as the music and ambiance.
Great video! I agree with your opinion on diversity in books, very well said. Congratulations on 50k (now 54k) 😊
One of the things I love most about your channel is you being a non-native speaker of English - I know the struggle, having started to study it seriously at 16, although I'm not nearly as proficient as you, but still, I firmly believe that any literature read in a L2 is perceived in a peculiar way. This is just to say that I find your videos deeply inspiring, especially when you are dealing with books you didn't like and the whole universe apparently did, and thanks to your channel I had the chance to read Matt Haig's novels (He is now my mom's favourite author: she even proposed to nickname our pet bunny Newton in honor of the dog on the cover of "The Humans". The bunny refuses his new name, though).
Also, I admire your balance between RUclips and your private life: I'm sure that it can be very hard to run a successful channel without following the main trends, and since I'm in total denial of the modern fantasy- YA genre, which is basically a Harmony with a fantasy setting, it's so nice to listen to someone picking out the books because they are promising and not because they are sponsored or just hyped.
This video was very interesting, especially the part about strange people on booktube. The fact that the video was a bit longer than usual wasn't a problem to me. I hope you'll be doing these kind of videos frequently. :)
Lately you seem more real then ever and more comfortable. I really like that you are more vocal in your opinions. I love both your channels and I am happy that I can get a lot of recommendations from you since we have very similar interests both books and makeup and especially asian skincare! :)
I've been in a very much "idgaf" mood and I like it lol
Omgggggg yes! I totally get the forced diversity thing. Books that have nothing going for them except the diversity make me so angry because I can just fucking tell that it’s a marketing scheme and it was written because they wanna cash in on the movement. I can spot them a mile away and it pisses me off that everyone is always like “it’s was good because it was diverse” and I’m like “but what about the REST of the story?” Like I can just tell. As soon as ALL of the diversity is in the synopsis, the red flag goes up lol
thanks for making this video emily! and thanks for your tips and for being candid about topics others don't want to talk about. I've been following you a long time on your beauty and book channels and you're one of my faves 😊
I love my toasts pretty much burned. I relate so much as I also make videos in English but I am Spanish. I love that you spilled the tea about representation, completely agree!
Can't believe you spend your whole life ruining perfectly good bread /s :P
I really enjoyed this video.
Weird and intense comments are the reasons why I solemnly talk about books on my channel. I totally understand why you don't answer questions on where you are living etc.
I also barely read any YA anymore. So that's that...
And I got an accent too but hey who cares... When other people speak my first language they tend to have an accent too.
I love your booktube channel and I love your accent and your honest comments your lovely to watch xx😀
Thank you!!! For mentioning forced diversity!!! I totally agree it is so difficult to find the right way to mention it with out being Mia understood. I’ll will say it, but I feel there is a check box for a token gay character now in every book. Which is great! But there have been instances where it doesn’t seem natural in the story itself.
I searched... And searched... And finally! found a booktube channel of real quality and smart, adequate reviews and opinions. Moreover, reviews and opinions that are not all about YA!!! Thank you, hope is restored.
OMG I think you are my favorite booktuber. I love the variety you read and I could listen to your ramblings for hours.
Just when I thought I couldn't love you more - your favourite movie is The Devil Wears Prada AND your favourite scene is when she starts getting into fashion?!?! "Are you wearing the.." "Chanel boots? Yeah I am"
I was just listening to that train asmr video yesterday while writing lessons!!!!!!!!! Love them!
Makeup definitely makes a difference! It makes me so mad when people act like wearing makeup is a lack of confidence too. So insulting and wrong.
I'm so glad you still voice ur opinions on sexist books etc despite crazy comments. I'm sure that's not easy but I appreciate it and totally support you
Sheet pan jambalaya is super easy to make!
Loved this - talk all you want about controversial topics and keep on speaking out against sexism. I have the utter most respect for you Emily! Love your opinions and strong personality. You go girl!
Palm trees? Vancouver Island! They just have a rainy season for winter.
Girl this entire video i was thinking "PREACH GIRL PREACH" - the forced diversity topic, the creepy/sexual comments (i felt what you said on a spiritual level - the amount of comments i get about my boobs when i'm literally talking about books, DISGUSTING), white men getting aggressive as hell in the comments section, etc like yes girl please do more of these sit down/chat videos or Q&As because all your answers were awesome!!
Really love your channel. I can't say that we have the exact same taste in books but I'm not looking for a clone for what I like. You opinions seem honest and you aren't afraid to say what you don't like and why. So good for you! One minor thing I'd love to see you and more booktubers do though is tell us whether the end of a book in a series is a cliffhanger. I don't want to have it spoiled, just a heads up so I'll know if I want to wait before I read.
A 40min of Emily who can say no.
And not single.
I live in Alberta, Canada... And unfortunately tornadoes are a thing... And also the 8-month winters.
#CeleryDislikersUnite
#EggplantsDislikersUnite
#tastebudstwins
The bilingual thing is so relatable, I always feel so stupid when speaking english and trying to make an important statement or explanation -and I ramble a lot more than in French.
I also feel for you about writing a book, I don't think I could have written one at the time, but since I've been speaking and reading in English a lot for the last years, writing feels even more impossible.
Nice - I love getting to know you more like this! And on sexism (both in books and online), same...
Yes girl!! Lemon & Ginger tea is the absolute best
The Land Before Time... that's the movie with Little Foot... absolutely one of my faves as a kid!
Regarding aggressive feminism... In college I took a course on the Philosophy of Love and Sex. And yes, we literally sat around and debated issues of love and sex. Being an outspoken woman, I was labeled as a femnazi by one of my classmates (which was hilarious because he didn't seem to mind my opinions when it came to asking to borrow my notes or study together for the mid-terms/final exams). At the time, I didn't really understand what that meant. I thought I was only voicing a logical opinion for a member of my sex. However, now I understand that those comments often come from a place of not really understanding what feminism is/being threatened by women who speak their mind or *gasp* have opinions. The point is, congrats! If you're being labeled as an aggressive feminist, you're doing something right!
Oh my god thank you so much for introducing me to the Harry Potter ASMR rooms I’m IN LOVE 😍 I could never listen to music while reading but I hated the quiet too 🙈 this is just the best thing ever ❤️
Thank you for being you! You are my absolute favorite booktuber!!!
The makeup thing is real. I tried to apply at a Sally that was "hiring" and they wouldn't even give me an application. Went into the store later on with a full face of makeup and the lady offered me a job. And yes, I turned it down! It just sucks that it'd make such a big difference..
Oh my god we have SO many things in common! Like the weird ones 😂 Loving you and your channel even more now!
I get so excited whenever you upload :3
I loooved Little Foot too!
I am shocked your opinions were very close to mine. Usually we partly differ, which I enjoy hearing about the otherside of ideas. I really enjoy your discussion vids. Your booktube channel has more substance which I look forward to.
Yeeeeeah, underdone toast for me too! With some Nutella... is it weird? I promise it's pretty good!
I'm literally not allowing myself to buy Nutella otherwise I eat it all with a spoon in a few days....
I use the toast as an excuse to eat Nutella, so I don't feel guilty about it hahaha
Omg Peggy Sue!! I read that when I was little too
I'm so happy you posted this. I need the distraction. I had to give up my puppy today. I only had her a month but I was head over heels for her. Unfortunately she has health issues that we can't deal with because of my own health as you know (and we literally got her to try and raise my hopes) but I'm absolutely heartbroken beyond words right now. I don't know how to deal... 😭😭
Oh no I'm so so sorry! I really hope things get better :(
Really really loved this! Thank you so much for just talking and voicing your opinion. I feel like we get to know you much more and its awesome :D
I watched the Land Before Time movies all the time as a child.
thanks for this q and a! your responses were great! love your channel
Hey Emily, I’m usually a quiet subscriber but I want to get this of my chest😊. I don‘t think you „sound stupid“ in english at all. In fact, I think you come across very well-read and intelligent. I love your videos and your personality so so much! You seem like such a raw and funny person, with whom I’d love to be friends with. Loved this q+a video so we got a little more of your personal side. Keep up your great work here on booktube as well as on your beauty channel (which I both love). Wishing you all the best in any- and every way possible! Lots of love from Switzerland😊❤️.
Aw thank you! ❤️
Tbh I was kidding and definitely don't think I'm stupid but it can definitely be a struggle to try and explain complex thoughts!
BookswithEmilyFox totally got your humour with that, just wanted to let you know how (though you totallyyyyy don‘t need me to say it and I don‘t mean it in a rude way or anything!!!) that you seem like such a great person and one (with a lil humour and a lil wider horizon hahah) can tell😊❤️.
I like screen adaptations for that reason. It gives me a visual, especially for fantasy and Scifi.
OMG I READ PEGGY SUE TOO AS A KID!!! sorry freaking out now😂 the Invisibles and the blue dog!🙆🏼♀️🙆🏼♀️🙆🏼♀️😍😍😍
I didn't think anyone would have read them too haha
I loved that dog!
This was long, but so great! I really feel like I know more about you, but was surprised of how much I already knew😉
Totally agree about diversity, I just want a good book. Would love to hear your view on sponsorship, have a feeling it will be a shared opinion. Have a great day!!
🤣🤣 “apparently shoulders are too sexy” hahaha I’m actually glad you share negative comments I haven’t gotten that popular yet 😝 so I don’t have any dislikes or negative comments. But hopefully I’ll grow eventually I understand negative comments are part of the territory
Hermoine and Ron is one of my favorite pairings ever!
Haha I would LOVE hearing you speak Arabic some day!
Trust me you don't :P
Omg when she chose makeup over reading books i legit laughed because i thought she was joking.
It's all about the wording though... I would be sadder without books but I feel like I "need" makeup more to live in our society :P
+BookswithEmilyFox i mean do whatever makes you feel more confident, but you are equally beatiful without it ;)
The toast makes this video so much better! 🙌🏽
I feel your struggles with english/french. I'm a russian native speaker, moved to Spain, spanish became my first language and I use english almost every day. So my native language is almost inexistent now. I speak and read in spanish/english mostly, I used to be so smart in russian!
Loved this Q and A! I also love makeup/books and am an attorney in the US. Are you finished with law school yet? I read so much as a lawyer but still love reading for fun. Love both your channels, congrats on 400k on the beauty channel.
I like it and i'm not much of a person who usually see the Q&A of youtubers.
I’m also scarred by it follows 😂 logically it’s not even scary but I can’t help it!
One of us. One of us!! I just can't deal with it haha
You putting on the AGGRESSIVE FEMINIST sign is MOOD.
It Follows was such a good scary movie! Also loved the q&a 😊
The Harry Potter train ASMR is pretty neat. Thanks for sharing.
80 bucks for library membership?!! *whistles* woah, that's a lot! We are really spoiled here in Ireland, it's been free for the past few years and before that it was only €5 a year. Membership in Ireland used to be limited to just the county region you lived it, it's now the entire Republic of Ireland so you can borrow books from all around the country. You can also rent CDs, DVDs, audiobooks and then there's Borrowbox app for ebooks and audiobooks, RB Digital for magazines and other apps for languages and newspapers and stuff. It's really the best! (though, lets be real, I'd prob pay for a membership as it stands, I couldn't do without the library!)
8 months of winter? Sign me up.
I'm happy you're doing better
Also I want to start a booktube like you! I have wanted too since 2014 (I watched since 2010), it's time
Girl, I can't recommend you enough to listen to Peter Gundry's albums while reading or to just listen to. He's a composer and he has like '1 hour of witchy music' or '1 hour of fantasy music' and it's just so mesmerizing and enchanting.