oh, okay. So it's been a BIGGER project I've been working on.
As many sources as I try to find to support my theories, I encourage anyone to also look into it. I'm not perfect, but this is my stand on the topic of politics when it comes to writing, artists, and authortube.
Politics in Writing (and AUTHORTUBE)The Unwanted Book club2022-09-30 | Just a little something I've been working on...
oh, okay. So it's been a BIGGER project I've been working on.
As many sources as I try to find to support my theories, I encourage anyone to also look into it. I'm not perfect, but this is my stand on the topic of politics when it comes to writing, artists, and authortube.Does the story even have a PLOT?The Unwanted Book club2023-07-13 | Along with a few other ramblings regarding the writing community.
Twitter: twitter.com/BookUnwantedCyborg Tinkerer Review Part 2The Unwanted Book club2023-05-23 | The longest video I've made so far, but I finally released it! Part two of the Cyborg Tinkerer is here!
Twitter: twitter.com/BookUnwantedCyborg Tinkerer 1 (A really terrible Retelling)The Unwanted Book club2023-04-06 | FINALLY! I break down my initial thoughts/reactions while reading Mag Latorre's book. (I forgot how much I love to rant :')) Everything is an OPINION. Leave yours in the comment section below.
Goodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/100469443-the-unwanted-book-clubPANTSING iSnT rEaL wRiTiNgThe Unwanted Book club2023-03-23 | I've been meaning to drop this one for a while. Sad to say, more times than not, I've heard writers harshing on the method commonly referred to as 'pantsing', where we go off of gut instinct and intuition to write 'by the seat of our pants' kind of way. While this is a valid form of writing for MANY successful writers, it seems lately to be the mockery of a community (online and not) who pride themselves for being 'professionals' for planning everything out. This won't be the only video released on this subject. Rest assured, I will continue looking into it.
Goodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/100469443-the-unwanted-book-clubWhy are we labelling everything Dark?The Unwanted Book club2023-03-09 | My main frustration with modern literature is the advertising that serves as clickbait for those who might want to be considered 'niche' but aren't necessarily looking for anything 'niche'. Why is it a 'dark' romance when everything has a positive turn around? Why is it a 'dark' fantasy when it's just a beauty and the beast retelling in a fairy world? Alice in Wonderland retellings aren't dark....in my opinion.
Instagram: instagram.com/unwantedbookclub Twitter: twitter.com/BookUnwanted Goodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/100469443-the-unwanted-book-clubdOnT JuDgE a Bo0k bY its COVER Arent we?The Unwanted Book club2023-02-23 | A last minute dealio of a video since the plan for this week ended up becoming another essay that sucked up all my time. My plan is to start work on the Cyborg Tinkerer NOW so I can still get it out by late March. That meant I had to get a quickie video out this week. Not gonna lie, this video changed topics like....3 times while making it? First it was going to be about being original, than predictable descriptions on the back cover, and by the time I was editing I realized not only had I been DRASTICALLY short-sighted while reading off one of the descriptions for said book, but my blushing confession of buying a book simply because I liked the book cover might just be enough to stir the part. I'm a hypocrite. I like pretty book covers. I will not typically by the book solely because I like the cover, but sometimes it only takes a little convincing.
Anyway, I have a few more ideas lined up to talk about book covers. One I'm excited about involves authors on authortube discouraging against or flatout SCOFFING at the idea of using canva for book covers instead of hiring a professional artist. A lot to get into as far as the description and synopsis of your story, what you might be saying and what you might want to say vs. what's going to hold a reader's attention or find your target audience. Lots of stuff, so stay tuned!
Goodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/100469443-the-unwanted-book-clubHonest FeedbackThe Unwanted Book club2023-02-09 | A little off-topic discussion about some of my pet peeves when it comes to giving and receiving feedback that was requested after reading one's work. Key points: Don't ask until you're ready to be honest Don't be an asshole
Currently working on my next project 'Smut is basically P0rn', as well as prepping for the Cyborg Tinkerer review which should be next. Not gonna lie, both projects are massive and are time-consuming, but I think they'll be worth it.YA AddictionThe Unwanted Book club2023-01-26 | FINALLY! My last essay video for awhile. I'm going to try to stick to biweekly Thursday uploads with the in-person videos, so stay tuned!
While the bookish community has become obsessed with the YA trends of late, I couldn't help but wonder why? Why is it so popular? Why do so many people prefer it? Why is the age majority of people enjoying these books well over the target demographic?
I decided to explore that a little in this video. Be aware, there is PLENTY more to come when it concerns booktube community and YA, so this is just a starter discussion. I will be laying off the topic for a bit, though, since the next two month's videos that are planned will be returning some of that focus to Authortube (I've got a couple reviews lined up) and some of my more writerly opinions on things.
Hoping to see you in the following videos. Leave a comment and let me know what you think!
Upcoming videos- 'How to Give (and Accept) Honest Feedback' (Pfft. Ironic, I know.)
'Smut is basically just porn' (yea. I said it.)
'Cyborg Tinkerer Review' (This one's gonna be a BEITCH)
'My Favorite Saying:' (iykyk)
'Let's talk about Pansing' (not PANTSING, sorry to disappoint)
Happy to report this new schedule is working beautifully so far. Looking forward to many CONSISTENT uploads for the year of 2023. Wish me luck!What is Peter Pan Syndrome?The Unwanted Book club2023-01-13 | In this video, I discuss the HEINOUS Peter Pan Syndrome, which just so happens to be the reason a lot of people are stuck in reading YA. Or is it? Just a video to prep you for my next and final essay I'm hoping to upload in a couple of weeks. Really putting in the overtime to make this happen, guys, so bear with me!
Seriously obsessed with Valiant's channel. It's so dark and moody I LOVE IT! Valiant Channel: youtube.com/@whoisvaliantChannel Update for 2023The Unwanted Book club2022-12-26 | This video was difficult to make. I'm not used to opening up, and when I do I usually spill too much which makes me regret opening up in the first place.
But if I want to continue to be real and honest with you guys, I need to express some of the things I have been going through. While I can't divulge everything now, just know 2022 hit me out of left field. The wake up call from nowhere.
I'm fighting through this, though. No need to worry about me. It's not my first time being trapped in the dark. Maybe one day I can tell you what happened. Right now I'm still too shell-shocked and embarrassed.
2023 is going to be even more difficult. Not so much emotionally and mentally, but it's going to take a lot of work to dig myself out of this. As I've expressed, I have a new job. As of writing this, I'm two weeks in and so far it is a healthier atmosphere. It's new territory, so I feel there's plenty of room to grow and experience new things. My plan is to utilize this to keep my mind off other things while I look for a second job in springtime.
While I debated on taking an extended hiatus from this channel to focus on getting my personal life in order, I feel I can do this. I feel what is mostly missing is the balance between work for finances and work that I do for fun. If I ever want to obtain that balance, now is the time to work through the kinks while my channel is still young. I'm sorry for the inconsistencies, the promises made for future videos that have not come about. I have not forgotten about them, but I have a tendency to run away with my imagination and not accept the amount of work involved in fulfilling those promises.
After the YA Addiction, I'll be taking a break from the essay videos as right now it's just too much to juggle. I'm hoping to return to monthlies in a couple of years, but for now I think I need to work on consistency, image, and maybe brand.
Up until now, the Unwanted Book Club has been for fun. While I intend to use next year to have more chill discussions instead of over-the-top rantings, I think a big part of me didn't want to take this too seriously. Maybe we shouldn't take writing so seriously. How can an artform be true art if it's expected to follow the rules? By the same law, how can art be distinguished from one another if it doesn't HAVE any rules? If there's no structure?
I thank you all for your patience and support as I'm going through this difficult time. I hope to be in a better spot by 2024, but I will not abandon this channel. I will work on biweekly in-person videos. If those stop for a min, just know I will be back. I will continue to fight through this.
All my love to my viewers- Nicole Renee
Twitter: twitter.com/BookUnwanted Instagram: instagram.com/unwantedbookclub Goodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/100469443-the-unwanted-book-clubBooktube and YAThe Unwanted Book club2022-11-03 | Another in-person video prefacing my Ya Addiction essay coming up in the next few weeks. Is consumerism the real problem here? Or is it something else? We know how much booktubers love YA, and I think that's part of the reason some of you are interested in this upcoming video because- why? Why the big craze? What's the allure? At the same time, I'm noticing some hostility toward YA audiences, adults who enjoy it primarily, and the community itself for promoting the same image. Has the cliquey treatment of booktube to other communities tainted the respect of their favorite genre?
Next week's video should be a discussion on Peter Pan Syndrome and its effects on the bookish community as well as MY personal reasons for having a YA preference. Subscribe and hit that notification bell to stay tuned and join the club!Should we CONCERNED about the FAIRY YA?The Unwanted Book club2022-10-22 | A starter video on the conversations I think we should be having before I release my YA Addiction essay.
While I know this is not JUST the Fairy YA, I will say the FAIRY YA is some of the most toxic romance I've read (barring heavy smut novels). Some of these novels are actually in the NEW ADULT genre, but have been heavily advertised AS YA, which is another concern. It may not be graphic, but is that the only thing we should be concerned about? As writers, is it our responsibility to tie our own hands for the sake of the younger generation for fear of influence? Or does consumerism make everything game?
(More on consumerism in an upcoming poll, so make sure to subscribe and become a part of the community!)
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Subscribe to my channel and hit the bell to get notified on all of my upcoming videos! I am hoping to release my essay video on the YA Addiction in the next month. Thank you all for being so patient!The HARDEST lesson to learn as a READERThe Unwanted Book club2022-09-02 | We're talking more about growth and the scariest of all scary words- CHANGE. Like most readers within the booktube community, I also fell into the trap of consumerism and gluttony. Even though I had all the books my childish heart could ever want for it was never enough, and I could never find the time to read. So what happens when you decide to finally make the time, only to realize that time has passed? You are no longer the same person you were, with the same wants and perspectives and mindset. Reading isn't so much a chore as a bore. Do we simply outgrow the genres and stories we once held dear? Or did we outgrow reading in general?
Twitter- twitter.com/BookUnwantedThe STRONG character that isnt ACTUALLY strongThe Unwanted Book club2022-08-09 | This rant has been a long time coming. Plenty of books feature the 'strong mary sue' types of characters, and the telling is usually pretty heavy. More and more in modern literature (especially in YA) the 'victim' has become its own trope. It is usually featured to garner sympathy from the reader in a way that's meant to create attachment but it comes off more manipulative and desperate than anything else. Victimhood does NOT equal likeability, and your characters should have more than that as a personality trait. Likewise, the 'strong female warrior' types are usually featured as bullyish, domineering, StUbBoRn, and above all- a loudmouth. But again, these personality traits aren't indicative of a strong character. Instead, they're presented as very flawed human beings who learn little, but we're told throughout the story how 'wonderful' they are through the eyes of other characters.
Let's keep it real, people.Halfway There! 2022The Unwanted Book club2022-08-02 | In the midst of trying to figure out a working time schedule for editing my videos, I've come to realize it's a give and take. I gave myself a computer, and took away my own inability to be satisfied with unresearched material.
In this video I'm just going over what I learned for the first half of this year and what I'll be working on to improve consistency.
There are a few minor changes coming, but for the most part I am trying to stick to the plans I originally had with my recent Channel update.The TRUTH about the Writing LifestyleThe Unwanted Book club2022-06-28 | Kate Cavanaugh among other writers in the online community have taken to writing vlogs over the past few years. This brings a sense of familiarity and unity in that most of us share the same dream. Most of us want to write full time, or at least gain recognition for our works. Most of us go day by day hoping and wanting and dreaming for a time when we can live our life to the fullest without that pesky 9-5 stealing away days and years of our time.
But there is a darker truth to these vlogs, in that most writers that started recording their lifestyle. It's implied these writers got their dream lifestyle by LIVING their dream as successful writers, but when you dig deeper you find in most examples this isn't the case.
Most writers are using side hustles to pull in money through freelance editing, writing courses, youtube, and products to market. Most are still struggling to find their identity in the writer's world and in the community.
So...what does that mean for us? Can anyone attain this lifestyle through their writing? Or are the odds against us?Channel Update for 2022The Unwanted Book club2021-12-29 | I decided to start doing this every year. I wanted to get it out before the holidays, but December has been testing me. I have a new editing routine down that I'm hoping will help me get out these videos faster, because I have TONS and TONS of ideas just sitting in my queue just waiting to be let out, so I'm going to focus mostly on Authortube and Booktube to get these ideas out as fast and as thorough as I can. If they're not weekly, I aim to have biweekly uploads. I have a new intro, also, but I am currently working on a new outro.
THANK YOU TO ALL OF MY NEW VIEWERS! Your support means so much to me, and I promise to do my best not to let you guys down with the new content.
I have not started back up on Instagram, but baby steps. Baaaaby steps.
My updated website will be available by the next video.
Which reminds me-
PROJECTS I AM CURRENTLY WORKING ON:
Eleanor and Park (2-parter I Beg to Differ) Why I Can't Watch Marvel Anymore Cyborg Tinkerer vs. Meglatorre Plagiarism (Authortube Drama) Can we still be Original? The Problem with the Writing Lifestyle (Kate Cavanaugh and Writing Vlogs)
Lemme know if you guys have any ideas, comments, or suggestions!
:)Venom 2 Lost PotentialThe Unwanted Book club2021-12-17 | It was good, but could've been better. Even though I liked it, I think Venom 2 barely missed the mark
UPCOMING VIDEOS: Channel Update for 2022 Eleanor and Park Cyborg Tinkerer vs. Meglatorre Plagiarism- can we still be Original? The Problem with the Writing Lifestyle
Follow me on Twitter to stay tuned on channel updates, upcoming video ideas, random opinions, and more!
My uploads may not be consistent, but here are the next few projects to look forward to: Why the Savior's Champion Doesn't Work Lost Potential: Venom- Let there be Carnage I Beg to Differ: Eleanor and Park Why I Can't Watch Marvel Anymore
You can also follow me on Twitter for updates concerning these videos, any changes to my channel, and my CHARMING sense of humor: twitter.com/BookUnwanted
Be sure to subscribe and join the club! Hit the notification bell so you don't miss a second. Plenty more controversy coming :)
??Booktube is ProBleMaTiC (PART2)The Unwanted Book club2021-09-20 | Booktube has issues. I only covered the basics in this video since there's WAY too much drama going on in too many different areas. TAKE NOTE: I am a commentator, NOT a journalist. I have no idea how to delve deeply into a lot of subjects otherwise I would get into more of the controversies, but I don't have the time or resources so this is what I've decided for my channel. I love books. I love reading. I love writing. And I think the people on here who are GENUINE AND AUTHENTIC READERS are the sweetest people alive. Toxicity has gotta stop.
Sorry it took so long, you guys. I've noticed any video over 20 min and my editing software really starts bugging out and lagging so it gets harder to edit. It's more frustrating, but I'm working on getting better software and keeping my regular videos to a minimum of 10 to 15 min.
I have a couple more videos in the works, but I can't tell you how soon they will be released: Savior's Chamption vs. Jenna Moreci Eleanor and Park (I beg to differ) The Color Purple Book vs. Movie Why I can't watch Marvel anymore
Make sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell for more videos. My uploads aren't as consistent as I'd like but I keep trying to get them out faster and more thorough for you guys.Raya needs HELP!!!The Unwanted Book club2021-08-10 | My take on the latest Disney movie. Something to tie you guys over until my Booktube part 2 is finished. Be sure to hit that notification bell when you subscribe because my upload dates are all over the place (not on purpose, I promise) Check out my website for more kooky bookish stuff And follow me on twitter to stay updated on the latest for me, my channel, and my writing
Bitchute: bitchute.com/channel/z7twOYb0unTkBooktube is Problematic (Part 1)The Unwanted Book club2021-06-19 | So, it took a little longer than expected. Part 2 should be up shortly, I'm just going to be doing another video to kind of split them up, but in the meantime hopefully you guys get something out of this one.
Books with Brandie Shanae Vid: youtube.com/watch?v=YrjvTRxG_9E&t=1s&ab_channel=BookswithBrandieShanaeBooktube is pRoBlEmAtiC (sneak peek)The Unwanted Book club2021-06-08 | Something to tide you guys over ;)The REAL Problem with WINX: Fate SagaThe Unwanted Book club2021-06-02 | There are some pretty big issues with Winx Fate Saga as a whole. As much as I wanted the casual drama of dark acadamia, the characters made it so unlikeable I had to quit after the first episode... But then I decided to make a video....still trying to decide whether or not that was a good move.Authortubes Brand: Marketing (part 2)The Unwanted Book club2021-05-03 | ...Lets Talk BridgertonThe Unwanted Book club2021-04-21 | Twitter: twitter.com/BookUnwanted
Reddit: reddit.com/user/nicolerenee346 Facebook: facebook.com/unwanted.bookclub.1 Instagram: instagram.com/unwantedbookclub Twitter: twitter.com/BookUnwanted Bitchute: bitchute.com/channel/z7twOYb0unTkMake your characters HUMAN!!!The Unwanted Book club2021-02-09 | The first in a series discussing tokenness, racebaiting, queerbaiting, and other marketing techniques that aren't used to enrich our culture but pander to the audience. Why aren't we satisfied? I don't know, maybe because of the SHALLOW representation of characters and who they're supposed to be aside from the tag they're slapped with that 'makes them stand out'. Ugly BALLET stereotypes are frowned upon, but this shit? dIvERsiTy
:NOTE: I don't hold anything against these people making their statements, that's all they were. I'm not trying to start drama, but I'm calling it like I see it, and I think most writers are getting too used to most if not all their peers encouraging the 'advice' when it's not ACTUALLY advice. It's an opinion.
Just like mine. In this video.
MORE TO COME!!!!! :)Are Writers Arrogant?The Unwanted Book club2020-12-13 | A video about toxic writers in the community, pride and arrogance, and talent vs. SkillThe TRUTH about NANOWRIMOThe Unwanted Book club2020-11-29 | Think the title speaks for itself.
Twitter: twitter.com/BookUnwanted My website: unwantedbookclub.wixsite.com/mysite Instagram: instagram.com/unwantedbookclub My Bitchute: bitchute.com/channel/z7twOYb0unTkChannel update for 2021The Unwanted Book club2020-11-18 | Something I want to do once a year where I let you guys know what changes my channel, content, aesthetics might be going through for the next year, I'm a firm believer in growth and I like to think of changing for the better or evolving past your old ways. My playlists will be according to the year they were uploaded (similar to those on Bitchute) but for the most part my 'brand' and message and content will remain the same. I'll continue to make the following videos throughout 2021:
Movie/book talking points Book reviews Discussion videos 'drama' videos
The following will be NEW content to look forward to in 2021: Skits (types of readers, writers, bookish retellings) longer/cleaner videos (lengthening my scripts to be at least 15 or 20 minutes) *new* video quality (I'm keeping my mic. I like my mic.) Livestreams? (I'm camera shy, but I shall try. HEY THAT RHYMED!) New intro/ending bit to videosStop. COUNTING!!!The Unwanted Book club2020-10-23 | Pomodoro sucks.
My Twitter: twitter.com/BookUnwanted My Instagram: instagram.com/nicolermae My website: unwantedbookclub.wixsite.com/mysiteDeath of the Author...Commentator? (Part 2)The Unwanted Book club2020-08-17 | This section of the video ties into mixing ethics with politics and the erasure of discussion for the sake of moral validity and the 'better cause'. Social Justice Warriors are ruining the literary world. More on said topics in later videos- Politics vs. Ethics Politics and Fiction Diversity in Fiction Cancel Culture The difference between #Canceled and #Raiseawareness
I got a lot of good ideas for future videos and discussions, so be sure to subscribe. Comment section is open. Agree. Disagree. Let's hear what you have to say.
I do not own any of these clips or images. All of which are taken from sources such as Google Images, Bing images, Youtube, and various news sources.Death of the Author...Commentator?The Unwanted Book club2020-08-09 | My first bit on my response to Lindsay Ellis Argument that Death of the Author shouldn't (or couldn't) be a thing because people are too dumb to learn how to think for themselves.Quality or Quantity?The Unwanted Book club2020-08-05 | Original Upload date September 2019