The video discusses the trend of YouTubers writing books, often as part of their brand diversification strategies. The speaker shares their personal experiences with YouTubers' books, noting that they often lack depth and purpose. The speaker reviews several YouTuber books, including Jake Paul's "You Gotta Want It" and Lele Pons's advice book, and provides a detailed critique.
The speaker criticizes Jake Paul's book, calling it a "D-minus" and comparing it to porn. They note that the book lacks depth and purpose, and that much of it seems to be written in a stream-of-consciousness manner, as if Jake Paul is simply typing whatever comes to mind.
The speaker also reviews Lele Pons's advice book, which they criticize for giving advice that is more applicable to famous people than to the average teenager. They also note
1. The speaker is discussing the trend of YouTubers writing books, particularly those who have gained a large following and have the capacity to make significant money from it.
2. The speaker mentions the example of Shane Dawson, Tyler Oakley, and Dan and Phil, who have all released books due to the influence of their large audiences and management teams.
3. The speaker critiques the quality of these books, stating that they often lack depth and purpose, and are more about filling space than providing meaningful content.
4. The speaker points out that these books are often more about the YouTuber's personal life and experiences than about the content they are meant to be promoting.
5. The speaker discusses the example of Jake Paul's book, "You Gotta Want It", which they criticize for its lack of substance and its focus on the YouTuber's personal life.
6. The speaker also discusses Gabby Hanna's book of poetry, criticizing its quality and the fact that it was rushed out to meet a deadline.
7. The speaker suggests that the most successful YouTuber books are those that act as an extension of the YouTuber's channel, providing content that aligns with the channel's themes and audience.
8. The speaker concludes by stating that the quality of YouTuber books can vary greatly, and that it's important for YouTubers to ensure that the books they produce are of a high standard and provide value to their audience.