🇰🇷KOREADATHON | the reading vlog where i finally read good books

Hello friends! Today, I vlogged my very first readathon, which is Koreadathon hosted by Monica Kim and BookswithChloe! It was quite the experience and I hope that all of you will enjoy it! We talk about various topics such as mental health, fast fashion, and even the culture of food, so grab some snacks because this video is a long one!
With love,
Joel ☀️
Prince of Stories & Scion of the Sun
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[@JayGTheAwkwardBookworm]

OKAY BUT THE SWORD EARRING

[@lperfectlyimperfectl]

Ikr I want it😭😭

[@biteofdog]

It's like he stole it from the 1980's.

[@iceywang2554]

It kills me OMG😭😭 I love it so much and it fits him so welllllll

[@itsnessuhhh613]

Can we all just agree that Joel is a whole mood?

[@IReadToday]

Don't be shy, drop some more Kdrama recommendations!

[@fictionalfates]

Ahaha, I'll do it in the future!

[@bayleem8071]

Literally came to comment this same thing. Commenting to follow the reccs 👀🤗

[@chloebunnie]

i’m so honoured that the first readathon on your channel was the koreadathon 😭 absolutely love love loved this vlog!!!!! how is your first reading vlog already this good? wow 🖤🖤🖤

[@fictionalfates]

🥺🥺 thank you so much chloe!!! it was so much fun and i can’t wait to do more reading vlogs ahah

[@wolfgirl535]

That's what I was saying! He's so good at this so quickly!

[@caitlin1008]

I just fell into the Seventeen hole, so I'm all for the Korea vibes

[@fictionalfates]

yessssss

[@alexis2318]

aye

[@tanvikate8024]

Wow this was kind of eye opening about how little amount of Korean/Korean inspired books I've read

[@rileyherbert4462]

Joel is my favourite booktuber ever. Thank you for coming to my Ted Talk.

[@fictionalfates]

🥺🥺🥺 thank you

[@wickerlibrary]

*"milk from the heavens"* you shouldn't have told us to get snacks, joel, i laughed so hard at that i spit out some of my soup :(

[@fictionalfates]

LOL i’m so sorry!

[@ines6358]

The outfits are always on point ✨😌

[@fictionalfates]

Thank you! 😊😊

[@wickerlibrary]

who would have though watching joel use neutral pronouns while endearingly talking about his plant in a panda pot was just what i needed today xD

[@fictionalfates]

I don’t know what they want to identify as yet! Gotta keep it neutral

[@wickerlibrary]

fictionalfates for sure 🥰

[@RegardingReading]

Wholesome cooking content, wholesome dog content I'm just... heart eyes

[@GavinReadsItAll]

Not gonna lie, I was waiting for the Dragon Pearl discussion cause middle grade, I stan a king who reads a bit of everything

[@fictionalfates]

I need you to personally give me a list of middle grade I need to read. If I’m going to write in this age group, I need to learn more about it!

[@jellyfish2368]

fictionalfates, the magisterium series by holly black and cassandra clare is a five book fantasy series i’d classify as middle grade

[@ReadByTiffany]

FIRST 💖 also such a fan of this intro

[@fictionalfates]

LMAO thank you tiffany, love u queen 🥺💕

[@norastales947]

"uhh... I'm just really excited to ferment something" Not sure why, but this sent me 😂😂😂

[@alittlebitofemmy]

a 45 min video? we have been blessed ✨🥰

[@fictionalfates]

ahaha

[@kiraaa9506]

I just wanted to say you’ve inspired me to get back into reading 🥺 much love from Jamaica 💕🇯🇲

[@fictionalfates]

omg from this Jamaican to you, this means a lot 💕💕

[@tracey-annlewis4863]

OMG Jamaican meet up. 👋🏾

[@kiraaa9506]

We’re all out here 😌we love to see it

[@fictionalfates]

kira selene we truly do!

[@AdrianneChristineBooks]

I am out of the loop and missed that this readathon was going on, but I’m living for the vlogs!

[@vanessabarreto94]

I just realized this is 40 minutes long, I'm so excited!!!

[@jalvesss]

you're slowly becoming one of my fav booktubers, you're amazing!

[@becryan7823]

"You'll have to wait for my redemption arc" 💛💛💛 love watching your videos!

[@fictionalfates]

heheheh thank you!

[@aoifekeane2226]

when you mentioned the cabbage guy from Avatar Last Airbender i laughed out loud omfggg

[@bambinakatarina]

love the avatar cabbage reference literally watched that ep today haha (edit: when I wrote this I’d only watched the first ep with cabbage guy in it, I didn’t realise it would be a running joke I love it😂)

[@pandora5629]

ah damn i wish i had participated! even though i’m a k-pop fan i don’t really “consume” any other type of korean media to expand my knowledge of korean culture from different sources (could never get into k-dramas because the episodes are often too long and i have the attention span of a goldfish). i had been eyeing “Kim Jiyoung, born 1982” in Waterstones quite a lot a few months ago (i used to study at the Waterstones cafe pre-corona, the ULTIMATE study spot) and now i regret not buying it because it definitely sounds like something i would be into 😣 (appreciated the tescos mug-shelf footage 😩 they looked so cute!!)

[@fictionalfates]

i’m honestly tempted to go back and get that mug because it looked so cute!!! Also hopefully you’ll be able to go back and get it soon!!

[@pandora5629]

@@fictionalfates not to add to any compulsive mug-buying thoughts, but you 100% should buy it because it was adorable

[@mirnatius]

The Dragon Pearl sounds awesome, and I’m looking forward to Kat Cho’s series even if you didn’t get to it! 😄

[@eleanor_dedworth]

I am in LOVE with your channel!!! Definitely one of my favourites. You're so articulate and insightful with your opinions. I love how relatable your reactions are as well😂

[@bee-to1xg]

the plant looks like a vivi to me !!

[@booktropics8545]

omg peaches 🥺🥺 aaaahh this was such a great video, joel!!! can’t wait for you to do more readathons on your channel! also that wall paint change is truly iconic we love that warmth ☀️

legit obsessed with your reading vlog 😍 I NEED MORE

[@nehmatsalaria]

I really loved your vlog. This is my everyday life literally me reading, watching kpop videos and catching up on my kdramas. We stan this life.🌸🌸❣️💕🌸

[@GavinReadsItAll]

This may be really British of me to say but wow I love your kettle 😍

[@fictionalfates]

😂 thank you! (also this is so weird because i’m literally watching your new video atm)

[@GavinReadsItAll]

@@fictionalfates OMG REALLY? When I was looking at your shirt with it saying 'Thinking of You' you LEGIT WERE THINKING OF ME?! This was (fictional)fate(s)

[@fictionalfates]

LMAO SKDKSKD my t-shirt is magical, I guess this is How To Train Your Destiny

[@andresifuentes5815]

Im loving these, I need some new books to do this 😁 I think cari should do this readathon too!

[@addygrubb9021]

Your love of reading is infectious; you’ve offered so many new, diverse books for me to look into, and I’m very grateful I found this channel 😊

[@meggChannel]

I love this new readathon! and the fact that you speak some korean and your interest in korean lit & entertainment, I'm all for that! loving this

[@bebella9005]

I started watching your videos yesterday, and I’m absolutely IN LOVE with your channel! Keep up the great content! Also, your dog is the cutest 💕

[@Wolfhailstorm]

This is such an entertaining video! I need to pick up some of these books! Especially Wicked Fox because I love mythology and would love to read some more different cultures type of myths and legends and anything animal related, shape shifting, etc just sounds amazing. I also would love to read the Rick Riordan presents imprint. Also, you are honestly such a beautiful being, like I can't even 🤩💜

[@MrsMaruiBunta]

I was suprised when you mentioned it’s going Kay to not be okay but I was like YASSSS 😂 it’s such a good drama and I loved your book recs I have read wicked fox which I loved waiting for the sequel, but the others I’ll have to check out!!

[@eelsay]

that beginning clip I can't haha 😂 Also, Its Okay Not To be Okay is just FLAWLESS. Im so happy you enjoyed your readings!!

[@andresifuentes5815]

Its ok to not be ok its soooo good 🙌 yaaaas loving these content and im looking forward to know more from the books ✨

[@dandelion4288]

This video is such a vibe! I love it! Also I hadn't heard of Andy of these books and now I'm very interested in reading them ☺️ so thank you for that as well! Sending lots of love xx

[@letsgoevie]

Pachinko is such an incredible reading experience. I really learned a lot and I loved the writing style🌻 I need to pick up Dragon Pearl. I just finished Yoon Ha Lee’s texarchate series and thought it was fantastic💙 Wishing you the best of luck with your next kimchi attempt💛

[@miahua9111]

UGH I LOVE THIS VIDEO like the length the vibe and you :))

[@yachijassi9571]

listening to you talk is literally so calming 😌

[@baddiemoyd]

I love the funky music in this vlog btw I love your little dog so so much

[@bettyreads222]

Ooh i want to read dragon pearl now. Also want to watch its okay to not be okay, i need to watch more kdramas. Love how relaxing this vlog was to watch. The Silence of Bones takes you through the feelings with the mystery and not knowing who to trust and learning about that point in history was so interesting!

[@stargirlsmagicaltale3150]

I always love your videos!! I could listen to you all day!

[@angelbillgirl1207]

This is my first video of you that I'm seeing and I already like you 🥺💜 Gonna watch the rest of your videos and subscribe

[@satopin7770]

Loved this lengthy vlog! Also, I can't wait until you read Pachinko! I loved that book!

[@ellyhahaha]

joel! i love! the vibe! of this vlog! please make more!!

[@cozymonica]

monster is literally EVERYTHING omg. i loved this vlog joel! 💛💛

[@fictionalfates]

ahh thank you so much Monica!!! i’m so happy you enjoyed it 💛💛

[@eloise4230]

The intro😂 and you speaking Korean was AmAzing! Also silence of bones DESTROYED me. Omg! I read Kim Ji Young born in 1982!!! I loved it so much although i’m kind of weary that people might consider Korean culture as just simply misogyny filled society :-/

[@fictionalfates]

I feel you! I can definitely see a lot more progression in Korean culture today, especially with the empowerment of women, so hopefully people will move away from those preconceptions and actually look at how society is improving over there!

[@eleni7371]

I love your energy so much and I can not wait to order new books!!!

[@SunshineReader.]

Okay first off I am in love with your dog. Second, you're so funny and I love watching your videos! I've added The Black Veins to my tbr because you talk so highly of it!

[@twirlingpages]

the worst part of crying is definitely having to redo my skincare 😤🥺 your walls are so beautiful and the macbook unboxing was so calming!! i loved this so much 💓💓💓

[@fictionalfates]

thank you so much ahhh! ♥️♥️♥️

[@sabrina.lnd95]

The Intro already has me howling ashgdkasg

[@TheApplesauce1992]

That opening is such a MOOD!!!

[@andreagann4807]

Your vibes and videos just make me so happy! Whenever I see a post, I cannot click on them fast enough! I just recently started my kpop and kdrama journey and am quickly falling down the rabbit hole to all its glory lol. My bamboo that I have is named Kuwei. He had to make a 5 hour drive home and almost was murdered when I left for a week. But he is so resilient! But I have 2 nameless aloe plants....I should get on that. Maybe find some punny names lol

[@soccerlover17804]

The pure joy you had when looking at your MacBook, oh my god, so happy for you! 💕

[@MeganElisabeth]

Just found your channel and I love your personality and style!! 100% subscribed 💕

[@1872randomhuman]

I've been loving watching your videos! and omg I love plants and I'm a plant dad too, I think puck/pick would be a cute yet random name but hey I'm terrible at naming my own plants 😂

[@MissJessicamartinho]

it's so cute how excited you are for the kimchi we stan a pure king

[@alenasmolemoreader3584]

I read Kim Jiyoung for the Asian readathon in may and loved it! But the Russian translation was made from English and it was the worst, I’ve never seen so many mistakes in one book Would love to see you participating in the reading rush! 💕

[@latinav529]

Loved this video and how you mixed book content with food and other media. Added Kim Jiyoung to my library holds. Looking forward to the next one :) May I recommend Maangchi and Future Neighbor both for kimchi recipes and as general food content!

[@nico-et3cz]

wonderful first reading vlog! i love ur outfits always

[@TheVentBench]

You are my favorite new channel. This video. You love kdramas, you are reading a bunch of books that are on my to read list and I just love that you casually mention that you have ADHD. I do also, and it can make reading difficult (but also not difficult sometimes, because it’s a hyperfocus for me) and it’s just amazing to see a booktuber who has ADHD too. I know you haven’t done very many videos yet but they have all been so interesting and I’m already so excited for your videos when I see them on my feed.

[@natinight1111]

only saw the opening and already got hooked 😭

[@kywawopez]

Such a delicate and careful unboxing, I love it 😊

[@emiliejenkins9225]

I love the way you speak like you are so articulate you prononce very well and trust me when i say i don’t usually listen to uk KZbinrs but i love watching your videos

[@laylazeferino5179]

I love how you make such an effort to diversify your reading!

[@mori7956]

Finally have some free time to binge watch your videos! 💛

[@batlavender]

The new walls look great! Can’t wait to see more vlogs from you, Joel. I’m kinda into the idea of calling your new PC Fantasy Costco since you can buy basically whatever you want using it.

[@booksinmybath4284]

Dragon Pearl is something that I’m looking forward to, such an amazing video ✨✨

[@alittlebrownsmurph]

First of all, I love your sword earing and your puppy. They are soooo cute. Also congratulations on becoming a plant dad and getting your first baby. Can't wait to see what cute little pot you get. But also congratulations on the new laptop. Because I know you are going to be bumping Monster. Because I know it has been bumping in my house for dayssss. Funny enough it was actually you raving about it on twitter that convinced me to go ahead and take a little peek. Then promptly interrupt my wife's show in order for her to experience the gloriousness that was that music video. The coordination, the outfits, the vocals. Just a whole pocket of much-needed joy. Thank you very much.

[@thestarchildcorner733]

I really enjoyed watching your video. The more I continue watching you, the more I an starting to like your channel and your personality :) please continue with the amazing contant:))

[@bonitaw7658]

thoughts i had while watching: 1. aww congrats on 20k king! you deserve it! 2. MILK FROM THE HEAVENS ALKFSDGJH 3. your plant is precious 4. you not wanting to cry because you'll have to redo your skincare is such a phat mood 5. OKAY THAT OUTFIT also that fast fashion discussion was so important! thanks for speaking about that 6. the background music didn't have to slap that hard but it did 7. LOVED the feminism discussion regarding kim jiyoung 8. LITTLE EINSTEINS 9. MY CABBAGES 10. the food discussion was so accurate! cooking really is such a powerful way of showing love 11. the FAN ALSJDKGH 12. ummm joel what murder victims 13. yayy! the macbook is finally here! 14. a wordwonders reference! we love a crossover episode 15. nobody: joel: tosses book 2 inches in the air and catches it 16. writing down all these korean book recs! they sound super good 17. the background quote from laini taylor okay icu 18. ADDIE LARUE 19. please more vlogs! i love the way this one turned out 20. ALJFK THE FERMENTED CABBAGE 21. loved this!! support asian authors!! also stan joel!!

[@erika-qr8tq]

this was such a good video, I love your editing sm! can’t wait for a video about kpop (if you’re gonna do it haha)

[@avashelby9509]

Great vlog!! I just finished Pachinko and it broke me lol. But in the way a good story does. Love your vids as always 💗💗

[@MsAwesomeSaucey]

Plant dad! Love it! ❤️

[@jessicajantz367]

I'm starting Dragon Pearl soon. Can't wait to read it now that I've heard your thoughts on it

[@TheApplesauce1992]

I immediately fell in love with your channel

[@kinglywaves1474]

I love these long formed videos there so calm and relaxing

[@LavinyaAPash]

Can’t wait for that video on Kpop!!

[@heyimsasa]

i'm looking forward to digging into kim jiyoung. also these subtitles are hilarious 🤣

[@j.oan.n.e]

안녕! 반가워! Love that you’re participating those books all look fantastic

[@wolfgirl535]

Your hand! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Also, FRENCH BULLDOG!!! They're super cute! Also, this is an amazing reading vlog! You're so good at this!

[@thebookishnook4165]

I want to say that you look such a pro at vlogging!! Doesnt at all look like it's your first vlog💕😍💕

[@fictionalfates]

thank you!

[@sanhitakundu6231]

I just discovered your channel and I'm loving every bit of it ❤️.

[@onionyam5231]

I just finished Dragon Pearl a few days ago and I'm so glad you loved it too!! I appreciate all the small jokes in this video btw 🌻🌞

[@katherinehastings8907]

your videos are bringing me back to reading ♥

[@jasminewestover7068]

Hey Joel! Loving your videos wanted to thank you for the inspiration and motivation to start my own channel! 💕

[@fictionalfates]

eeee thank you so much!

[@MoenTech]

This intro is absolutely amazing 😊

[@mikeprendergast1826]

Hi. Just found your channel and can I say how good it is. The recommendations and contents are brilliant. I am a little biased and found this post to be the best and hope you will do more. I love asian literature and enjoyed the contents of this one, my TBR pile thanks you. I would really enjoy a post on Asian tv series or movies you would recommend to someone who is interested in getting to watch more. Please keep up the great work.

[@HeyItsShey]

Pachinko is one of my all time favorites! Can't wait to see what you think.

[@magalitorrecilla3960]

u are actually a fashion icon omg

[@milou9258]

Your dog is so adorable omg

[@Dre_Wolf]

I started reading The Silence of Bones because of this video. I'm loving it so far!

[@diamondxsabrina]

i love this so much 💓💓💓💓

[@PiaMakinang]

Pachinko is my favorite novel!!! 💖💖💖 Go King!!!

[@Jess-yk5hi]

God this whole video is a warm hug and I really needed it

[@fictionalfates]

i’m glad 🥺

[@shreyabooked9309]

I agree about The Silence of Bones unfolding like a particularly well made period kdrama in my head! (Wicked Fox is also very Kdrama-ish, I think,though in a very different way. Much more of a high school romance drama.)

[@daniela-ml7bn]

What an ICONIC intro 😍