Unhauling Books by Badly Behaving Authors for New Year
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- New Year, New Shelf Space.
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I just need to clarify something as the subtweets are starting up again on Twitter re: the tweet threads the authors made. I should have been more clear that it was the timing of these tweet threads, where these authors were "uplifting MG book bloggers and booksellers that have uplifted MG all year", and tagged lots of people and not me. I'm not angry they left me out of them, as I said, half of them didn't know me, but it was the timing that was really hurtful. They tagged a lot of my mutuals in those threads and so they were being retweeted by them and they would constantly come up on my TL and it would just upset me further because those same authors had been at my throat just moments before and telling me to "be kind". It was awful timing and to me felt really petty of them. I didn't make that clear enough in the video and I see how that comes across and I'm sorry about that.
The thing that made me the most angry about that situation is that it was middle grade authors that were attacking you as if you’re not the biggest voice on booktube promoting middle grades. And there wasn’t even any middle grades on the list like what?!
It truly was a head-scratching moment
@@GavinReadsItAll I was glad that so many people on book twitter came to defend you though 🥰
Do authors not realize that saying rude things about book reviewers is probably way worse for their sales and engagement with their books than any negative review. 🤔 I’m so glad you’re not letting those unnecessary comments affect the amazing videos you create!
I've already said this, but to reiterate, those authors were in the wrong. You are wonderful, you are appreciated, and I am so sorry that happened.
Thank you my love ❤️
Bulletin: Some children’s authors have a tendency to act like children. (mind blown GIF)
YES!!!
I screamed when I saw the title 😂😂 love it! Get rid of all the negative energy
2021 is not a year for toxicity
Why authors think everyone has to like their stuff is beyond me... and I'm an author myself! The way I see it, I didn't like everything I've ever read. Why would I was expect everyone to like what I write?
You've always gone out of your way to tell people these are your opinions about the books and not the authors as people. You're honest but polite!
These people who came at you need thicker skin or to get a new job! Criticism comes with art-making, for fuck's sake!
(Sorry for the rant!)
Honestly, I was shocked to see all of that go down on Twitter. So sorry you’ve had to deal with all of this.
You and me both 😅 and thank you
Clicked on this video and I'm honestly in awe that out of all people, they came for you? You're a book reviewer. You're meant to share your opinions on the books you read. And you're the one person on booktube shares the most about childrens/middle grade books. Twitter can be such a toxic place, I'm so sorry that happened to you. I deleted twitter months ago and it's been so nice. Keep going Gavin and put it all behind you. Sending you a virtual hug 💕
Gavin, I am so sorry. You did not deserve this for a few book reviews.
I'm so sorry you had to deal with all of that, and there are so many of us who are so grateful for everything that you do! xx
My grand children have enjoyed so many of the books I have purchased for them because of your reviews. Let negative people be negative. Keep being you.
Here is an encouraging words from over the ocean in Cape Town, South Africa : I've been watching your reviews for over a year now and I can honestly say they are always honest and respectful. Thanks to you not only have I overcome crippling depression by discovering the joy of middle grade, I also received a promotion in the bookshop where I work. Plus the middle grade section has grown and more children are coming to us for wonderful books. I even have adults coming to me for recommendations for themselves. Reading is largely personal experience. Two people can read the same book, and you'll find one liked it and the other not. Keep going with your channel and you are more than enough. Never dim your light just because of the unfortunate behaviour of others. You have a gift
Thank you so much and wow that's incredible!! I am so happy I could help you in some way and that I've managed to help grow your middle grade section too, and HUGE CONGRATS to getting the promotion. You deserve it! Hope you're having a wonderful day.
gavin unhauling bad behaving author's books: this does NOT spark joy 😂 i'm so glad you unhauled them and shared your thoughts! i'm also trying to let go of multiple editions of books when they're not that different from each other 😭 it's hard but def glad you made more room for your other reads!! ♥️♥️
Honestly, maybe I shouldn’t be surprised, but I was surprised that it was coming from children’s authors.
You are MORE than enough. I have found some many new books from you and I will continue to watch your videos and stand behind you. You have cheered me up on some on my darkest days.
Thanks so much, and I shouldn't have been surprised too but it really was quite surprising.
I was shocked to see this, and I find it bewildering that some of these authors had publishers who *sent you ARCs*, presumably because they wanted them reviewed? Did they stipulate that only positive reviews are allowed? The whole idea that you can lambast someone for not liking something & daring to have an opinion in public is just so strange. I can only assume that they respond similarly when reviewed by the mainstream media and demand that the TLS only prints nice things... no? 🤔
I'm really so sorry about this whole thing, and honestly so confused by these authors' reactions and behavior. I mean, as you said, making a "worst/most disappointing books" video is pretty common staple content on here. I've had dozens of them in my subscription feed over the past few weeks. It's not like your video was any more critical or snarky than anyone else's (though it was definitely funnier than many!), and you're always very fair in your negative reviews, being very clear about why the book didn't work for you and why you found it problematic or poorly done. I get that this has been a hard year for authors, but FFS, it's been a hard year for everyone, and I would hardly put authors at the top of the list of whose had it the worst. To get all up in their feelings because someone who reviews books had the AUDACITY to.........................review some books??? And for the MG authors to join in on it when you didn't mention a single MG book and you're one of the biggest and strongest voice for MG lit on this platform....ugh, it's just gross and unfair. I'm sorry you had to deal with this
Oh dear, I'm sorry you went through that. Don't take your videos down. And yes, it IS good enough 😔
People will just percieve things differently depending on who they are and act upon how they feel. Not your fault. Hope you're doing better !
I am, thank you so much!
Just a little social media tip that I find is great for one’s mental health: set your Twitter notifications so you don’t get any notifications from people who don’t follow you. Anytime a tweet picks up traction beyond your following, that’s when a lot of negativity starts to blow up in your notifications tab. People who are hopping on a bandwagon to be antagonistic aren’t usually going to be people who follow you.
As an upcoming debut MG author who fully understands that review spaces are not for me - but who was watching your videos before I got my agent - I just wanted to jump in here and say THANK YOU FOR BEING AWESOME. I *love* your videos, admire your honesty, and can honestly say you are one of my favorite book people. I am sorry you had to go through such a painful experience. I wish you all the best in 2021... and now I am quietly ducking back out.
This is the level of radical self care I aspire to have in 2021. Your videos encouraged me to pick children’s lit up this year and I’m so so sorry you’ve been put through this.
I found your channel earlier this year when I began reading middle grade and it's been the best thing ever!! I think your reviews are great. keep doing what you do :-)
Aw thanks for taking a chance on me this year, hope I continue to give good and honest recommendations in 2021 :)
The fact that they didn’t include you as a champion for middle grade books proves they don’t know what they’re talking about. You’ve been such a major champion for the community and I know how much you passion has influenced some of my reading. They were wrong, you did nothing wrong and have been nothing but classy in this whole crap situation. Please don’t listen to them, listen to those of us that actually watch the videos and know how amazing you are as a reviewer but also amazing as a person
Wow. Maybe there needs to be an "authors who trolled me" video challenge. They might be less likely to behave badly if they knew those behaviors would be specifically called out.
You are such a positive, caring person; you out of all people definitely do NOT deserve any of the hate you got. The push you give to middle-grade books is amazing. And you introduced me to one of my all-time favorite books, GreenGlass House!
People are truly ridiculous online (and in real life - but they're bolder online). That whole situation on Twitter was astounding. They did more damage to their works than any "worst books" list ever could have, honestly.
I’ve learned and read so many middle grade books from your recommendations and they’ve helped me at my job (I’m a bookseller too!) I was so upset when you got all the hate for a harmless video. You were very polite and never attacked the authors in that video, just the books. Anyway, I appreciate you so much Gavin and thank you for being a great human ♥️
I like Gavims personality the way hes straight forward and so confident and got a killer sense of humor I like people like that, thats the sign of a good person.
gav you know we love you these authors have well and truly shot themselves in the foot how dare they. look at all the authors that are in your court loads and loads keep doing what you are doing
Thanks Tracey, it's a shame the authors I mentioned have burned that bridge with me because I was so looking forward to either reading their books or trying out their new ones.
I don’t get people 🤦♀️
We are allowed to not like a book and to talk about it.
💛💛💛
Your youtube and your TH-cam ALONE is the reason I read more middle grade. Probably from those bad authors too. They have no idea what you do for this community. Just know WE'RE so grateful you're here and we truly appreciate your hard work. We love you. I'm sorry they were rude to you❤
My gosh, I'm so sorry this happened. I don't use my twitter account for reasons like this. I rarely ever hear positive stories about peoples' experiences on twitter, but really any social media can become a toxic environment. I truly hope this video and process was cleansing and healing for you, and wish you the best in the new year.
What is interesting to me, is the authors that were mentioned from what I could see deleted any of those tweets. Joining a bandwagon to target reviewers is disgusting.
Good for you for weeding out that negativity and letting go of things that no longer bring you joy! You’re going to really notice a difference when you’re surrounded by things that only bring you joy 👍👍🎉
I was so happy to discover your channel this year and reawaken my love for middle grade books. Keep doing exactly what you’re doing... you have many supporters who are very appreciative!
I wish I could “like” this video 100x! Good for you Gavin. This whole situation has really opened my eyes to what I could be getting into with wanting to start a book tube channel.
Keep doin’ you boo. I love how genuine, real, authentic, & supportive you are to authors and to the booktube community. We love you. Those authors that said that about you need to take a seat.
I’m so sorry you went through all of this! You’re such a champion for children’s books and you’re such a light in the booktube world.
If an author can't handle criticism, then they shouldn't be an author. Not everyone is going to like your books and not everyone is going to dislike your books. You take the criticism and then use it to make your next book better.
I feel like it's so unprofessional for authors to be angry when people leave an honest review of their books. If there were only good reviews for a book it would be unrealistic, there will always be people who have different opinions on things.
Love this!! Hope you have a wonderful new year with much less negativity!
I'm still in shock over what happened and I'm so sorry you had to go through that. You definitely sparked my interest in middle-grade stories and whoever watches your videos can see the joy you have for them.
Thank you for all that you do and for sharing your love for reading with us.
You can tell by the tone of your voice that you’re absolutely HATING having to do this and that it’s clearly effected you on a personal level. Other videos you’ve done have been more upbeat lately and then this has come and wiped you out and it’s just not fair. You’ve done something EVERYONE does and the way these authors reacted, especially considering you didn’t even mention them in the video, has really pissed some people off in the book community and rightly so! Keep yo head up Gav, you’ve got so much support behind you!
Ugh the hypocrisy of it all makes me so mad. I'm so sorry about all of this, the whole lists of bloggers/booktubers thing is extra shit 😩
UGH DAISY JONES WAS SO SHIT. I have strong negative feelings about it, I haven't been so bored with a book other than The Shit Circus in a looonnngg time 😂
If this Gavin could see you now. You’ve grown so much and I’m so proud of you. Please keep your head up,because you’re worth fighting for.❤
To keep a space open on any media. Just to clarify😂
this is the level of petty I aspire to be 😂 I know this was over a year ago now but just know you’re one of the kindest & most positive people I know and you don’t deserve any hate of any kind directed toward you.
It’s ridiculous and petty for authors to come after someone for their OPINION. Do they expect everyone to like every book written? Books are polarizing, some people love a book and others hate the exact same book. As an artist or creator you have to be able to understand that your work is subjective. You cannot come after someone for voicing their personal opinion about a book. Don’t worry, it makes them look bad, not you.
I saw some of those subtweets when this was going down and I’m so sorry people are so awful. You are such a positive voice for the middle grade community and do not deserve what happened. I hope you don’t let them bring you down too much because your videos are great! I hope you are doing well and wish you the best in the new year 🥂
Sending good vibes and love for the new year!
Yay for more book shelf space!
Big hugs.
Thanks as always.
Love you Gavin. I am so sorry for everything you have been going through. Your amazing!
You're one of the reasons I read a tiny bit more middle grade this year. I guess you can't please everyone. Honest reviews are what responsible reviewers do. There was nothing wrong with the video. Thanks for all you do. :)
Thanks so much, and glad I got you to read a couple of MGs!
@@GavinReadsItAll I've always liked it but I don't purchase or pick up too often. This year that changed. I'm hoping to reread Inkheart this year. It's an all time favorite book. If you haven't read it I recommend. :)
I found your channel because of what went down on Twitter, and just from the few videos I've seen so far, you're an incredibly genuine and thoughtful reviewer. I'm sorry you were singled out. I can't wait watch your videos in 2021!
I never read middle grade before watching you and other similar channels who about them. It really opened my eyes to how fun, meaningful and just plain awesome they can be. So, it blows my mind that authors would come for you when you’ve done a ton to encourage people to give a try and appreciate middle grade and children’s books. 🤷🏼♀️
Gav I miss you! I'm sorry that that happened with those authors. you do so much for the community. and like you said EVERYONE makes those kinds of videos. I hope 2021 is better on that front!
Gavin I am so sorry you are going through this. Thanks to you I have read so much more middle grade than ever. So dont let it get you down. We support you. Lots of love ^_^
I am SO SORRY that you've had to deal with that crap!! You are the reason I felt like I could navigate all of the middle grade books out there! Sending all the love to you xx
It's getting to where people can't review whatever they want, I've seen some authors on Goodreads reviewing their own book and giving it a 5-star review just to boost the ratings, I've seen people fight with people in the review comments, it's time for authors to step the hell back and realize this isn't for them.
When author's get involved and act like children it shows they're not professional. No matter how many years they have under their belt, they just lost all that experienced in my eyes.
I don't know why this was recommended to me but that intro was fantastic. Subscribed.
Dutch authors will literally DM you to either remove your negative review or give them a higher rating. Especially when me and my friends were teenagers, it was terrifying to have a 30+ year old adult with a following do that to you, because they don’t think twice about sending their fans and family members after you. I’m so sorry this happened to you, I know how distressing it is ❤️
Which author was this? That's actually disgusting.
Welke auteurs hebben dat gedaan? Als ik boeken van ze heb, wil ik die niet meer in mijn boekenkast hebben.
oh no what author?
Gav, I love you, you make my days brighter and to me, you more more than good enough; you're brilliant!! Sending bear hugs!
That is so stressful, I’m so sorry you had to deal with that. I’m actually new to your channel but know that in the community, you are so known for championing middle grade and children’s books so I can imagine how much of a slap in the face that felt. Keep doing you! 💛📚
It’s always sad when someone attacks another person online. I’m sorry that happened to you.
For that why I think people should understand the difference opinion, and I think you are amazing.
For me even people who I don't agree with them I know when they recommendations of books I take it with grain of salt
Catching up on booktube videos I missed, so watching this a bit late in the day, but just wanted to say that you're such a ray of sunshine in the book community, Gavin, and really don't deserve any of this. Can't wait for more of your brilliant videos in 2021!
gavin I'm so sorry you got so much shit for making a list literally everyone else in booktube does too, you are one of the kindest youtubers I ever watched, really didnt deserved all that bullshit!! fully supporting your decision of unhaul these autors books, it's good to start 2021 without all that toxicity ♡
So sorry to hear you went through this. Sending tons of virtual hugs🤗. Love your videos and honesty people to to realize that some books are good or bad to many people. Just because you didn’t like it doesn’t mean someone else won’t but with their negativity toward you and other book people will turn people from their books. I hope that getting rid of their books will allow you to sleep better! 😴 I have only ever read the first pretty little liars book. I too was once obsessed with the show, when Emily and Paige were together, hated that they had her end up with Allison. Gosh. Love you gav! ❤️
Good for you for making space on your shelves! I hope you fill that space with books you're excited to read and books that are 5⭐reads!
Haha when you were talking about the special stamp, those couple comments about holding on to something for it's specialness-- hit home.
Sorry about the Twitter drama!
Oh Gavin,
I am so sorry for all of this. I think that you are so uplifting and the fact that people are awful and hide behind a screen is nothing new. I am sorry that you had this experience.
Sending my love,
amy
I’m so sorry about all that happened on Twitter!!! Those authors were so out of line!! One good thing to come out of that dumpster fire is I found your channel!! ❤️
I love every video you make :) know that your viewers are always in your corner!
I loved Daisy Jones, but also love watching rock documentaries so 🤷🏻♀️ I'm going to have to try to hunt down a copy with those sprayed edges though cause 😍! Glad you are able to unhaul books from your shelves you no longer want.
I’m so sorry you’ve had to go through this. It is a new year so clean slate ahead! Onwards and upwards.
Children's book authors would hate to hear what their audience of kids think of their books then 😂😂 my child is ruthless about books I read to her.
I'm so sorry this happened to you. Your videos are great and you do a great job talking about kid's lit and middle grade and I admire that. Don't let them bring you down, hold your head up high and keep doing great work.
Ugh I hate that these authors came at you for doing a video literally everyone does at the end of the year. I watched your video and you were super respectful toward the authors of the books you mentioned. I have no interest in reading from authors like that so I won’t be picking those books up anyway. You and the Believathon have gotten me to pick up a lot of middle grade books so you’ve definitely done so much to promote and uplift the middle grade genre. Don’t let the foolery of these authors get you down or doubt your mark on this community. Sending you love
The whole situation was atrocious and you did not deserve to lose sleep over it, love. YOU have been a champion of Middle Grade and Children's literature all year and for them to attack you in such a way means that they are blocking their own blessings honestly. You have literally sold me on so many books and I go here anytime I feel the MG vibe. You are doing so, soooooo well, Gavin. Unhaul, cleanse and prep to be just as amazing in 2021.
Omg I am so sorry to hear that. I just went and watched that video and it's not any different from all the other worst book videos. I don't understand why they are attacking you.
You have been following you ever since Believeathon 2 and ever since I have only seen you doing your very best for the MG section. Too few ppl regard MG as an equally important part of the book world, but as a teacher I can tell you IT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT! Put the right book into a young readers hands and you can CHANGE THEIR LIFE! You are turning the spotlight to so many authors and you also help me find so many great books which I loved and when I passed the on to my pupils they would come back and ask for more books. This is how much good and wonderful you do and I am so grateful! I know it hurts and I know you are disappointed about some ppl out there, but I am here to tell you that there are 10 times as much ppl who are loving your stuff and are waiting for every new video by you. Keep doing what you do, you are so great at it, you bring joy to readers of every age!
And have a lot of fun filling those new bookshelf with new books 😉
All the best 😊
Looking after your mental health is really important so unhauling those books is totally justified. Sending you all of the good vibes ❤️
My heart broken even more hearing you talking about the Twitter stuff - you're such a kind and wonderful soul!
Is it shitty to post honest reviews for things online now? I know some of these booktube girls have been lying through their teeth for years(no shade, get your coin, girls) and some of these authors may not be used to it, but getting negative feedback for something you create should be a natural part of the creative process. I don't understand how published authors wouldn't know this. Not everyone is going to like your creation (or your friends' creations, etc.), and you have to learn to take that in stride. Good on you for purging all that negative energy before the new year. Also, thank you for your honesty in your reviews. I just found your channel and I've already subscribed because your opinions seem trustworthy. Hopefully 2021 will be better
I’m so glad I found your channel. Please try to keep your head up!
When you read a book you have the right to honestly review it. If you can’t take honest criticism then don’t publish a book and put it out in the world. You have to take the bad with the good. Your Channel is the reason I got back in to middle grade books and I’m so grateful!!! I’m sorry you had to deal with such inconsiderate childish people. 💕
Big hugs! I’m so sorry you had this experience but I hope that it doesn’t stop you from being honest in your reviews. You are a valid and amazing person and don’t deserve the hate. ❤️❤️❤️
Books, like art, are up for critique. Some people will love the work, some won't. If you're gonna be in that field you better get a tough skin. How disappointing and immature of them.
I am so sorry that happened Gavin! Authors need to realize that some videos are made for the entertainment of the viewer and (surprisingly) it isn't all abou them. You're content and readathons are one of the main reasons I have started to pick up middle grade!! Your videos are such a happy addition to my subscription box and I am so happy I found your channel!!
You didn’t deserve that Gavin. Your videos have inspired so many including myself to pick up middle-grade and experience the magic that everyone desperately needed, especially this year.
thank you for the captions 💞
Hi Gavin, I just discovered your channel through what happened and I have subscribed. I’m so sorry that happened to you. You seem absolutely lovely and I think what those authors did is so utterly unfair and childish. To think of adults acting like this on Twitter in the most uncalled for way is mind blowing. I wish you all the best in the new year and will continue to watch your videos 🎉
Honestly I'm so sorry for all this drama that went down, it was totally undeserved... Thank you for your honest reviews always, we readers really do appreciate it! Also thank you for the great work you do: because of you I have read so many middle grades I have enjoyed and loved this year, which probably would have never happened had I not stumbled upon your account months ago, so thank you for making me reconnect with middle grade, I am incredibly grateful to you! Keep doing what you do, because you are doing it well and we love you :) That being said, I'm really looking forward to that bookshelf tour 👀
Keep doing what you're doing! Authors lashing out are immature, misguided people.
Gavin, I found Booktube this year and you've been one of the brightest lights in this dark year for me. You've introduced me to middle grade, and I truly appreciate your honest and thorough opinions. Thank you.
Because of you I was able to find MG that turned my non-reader son into a devourer of books. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the work you do to spotlight books. Your passion shines! Your critical reviews are done kindly. If some authors can't handle the constructive criticism, perhaps they shouldn't be in the business. How do they expect to grow and improve if they don't know what needs improvement? It heartens me to see some authors in the comments supporting you through this.
sending you all my love, Gavin. You have every right to review and put up videos you want on your channel, especially as standard ones as worst and best books of the year. I hate that this community is tearing each other apart constantly and it doesn't surprise me this went down on twitter of all places
I’m so sorry that happens to you but that just shows you why those books needed to go and you are literally my favorite person to watch on TH-cam, so keep doing what you’re doing the ones that matter love you 💕
Anyone you've just seen 10 seconds of any of your videos knows how wondefully kind you are and you could never mean harm to anyone. You're such a lovely humanbeing to your core ♥️ ♥️ ♥️
Hugs from Iceland! You are one of my favourite booktubers and you inspired me to make my own booktube channel
I'm so sorry you had to deal with that. From the videos I have seen you are not Cruel or unkind. I love your content and the work you do to bring these books to light. Don't let this bring you down. Keep being you...you are fantastic!
I’m finally back from my social media hiatus and find out authors were being unkind to one of the most genuine people on this platform!?!?!? Unacceptable! Loved your video Gavin you’re a freaking star and bring so much joy with your content!
It blows my mind that in 2020, authors have STILL not learned to keep out of reader spaces. Every so often it kicks off where an author has thrown a tantrum (or worse) about a negative, or even a neutral review. Sometimes even the publisher has to step in. On the plus side, I found your channel because of the twitter drama, so hello!
I'm so sorry people are treating you this way, I'm so shocked. I really hope you know how valued you are and how important your videos are 💖 Discovering booktube this year got me and my mental health through the year so thank you for being part of that 🥰