I WROTE A POETRY BOOK

[@theadaunicorn]

Now Gabbie Hanna can't say anything- you wrote a poetry book! Congrats!

[@CatieCavanaugh]

This video and your other poetry videos have inspired me to lean into my love of poetry again… it’s been a rough week for me but I so appreciate what this creative outlet can do, for all of us. Take care Rachel

[@elsab401]

I’ve been following you for a couple of years and just wanna say i’m very very happy for you (and sorta proud???)! You inspire me to revisit my own poetry dreams. Will definitely get a copy

[@pelo_chiclede_fresa7238]

The two poems you read for us made me cry and empathise with your story, within few minutes I felt a whole tornado of emotions that were not even my own and I was devastated, and I don't even know a single thing of poetry, damn! I didn't even know that I like poetry until I came across your videos few years ago! This book is already in my x-mas wishlist and I caaaaan't wait to read it!

[@raspberryitalia3464]

I'm tremendously excited for you and so looking forward to receiving my copy! You deserve all the applause for your bravery, dedication, and tenacity! Thank you much for sharing yourself with us 💜

[@rightsarentpolitical]

Mine arrived Nov 28th! I've started it; the photographs are also very beautiful. And I love your earrings in this video.

[@r.j.williams]

i absolutely cannot wait to read your book! congratulations on getting it published! your passion and enthusiasm towards your poetry makes me even more excited about it

[@aspen1713]

HUGE CONGRATS, RACHEL!! It's very brave to share something so intimate and personal like poetry. Congratulations of the continuous growth and progress on your creative career - after hearing about your live festival performance, this totally sounds like the perfect next step. :)

[@micahhenley589]

Out of all the beautiful poetry that has been written, all of them had authors. No poetry ever wrote itself for it is impossible for anything to write or create itself.

[@august1837]

Congratulations! Publishing a book is such a great thing. I loved the poems you put up on the channel and I’m glad we now get to experience more of your work

[@salo6724]

Very happy for you! Sending cuddles to Kyra :)

[@geraintthomas4343]

So i bought 2 copies. One is for me and the other is as encouragement for a friend who wants to make a pamphlet to help other dv victims

[@scryptcrypt3528]

Congratulations, Rachel!! 🥳🎉 After watching so many of your book analysis videos, I'm so stoked that Reflections on Healing is out now! As I'm growing older, I've gotten so much more appreciate of good poetry and writing. Along with beautiful artwork, of course! It would be amazing to hear more of your self-publishing journey, especially when it comes to scanning what looks like traditional art for the front cover! So excited for you 💝

[@Mylittlestcorner]

I'm so proud of you!! Hoping I can get my hands on the book when I have the money to spare

[@jtmaruyama9724]

I'm so excited and happy for you! Congratulations!

[@oliviaann9946]

commenting to boost the video!! I started watching your channel for your poetry content and I'm so happy for you!!

[@chantel4405]

Soo excited for your book to arrive!! Just ordered 🥰

[@dionysusfilms165]

So exciting for you!!! I love you so much. I hope that you get more views

[@juliegeorge3808]

So happy for you!! This is awesome!!

[@richardelmes984]

Congratulations from a fellow poet from Canada!

[@madirenee6576]

i dont have the money yet but this WILL be a future purchase and im very excited for you

[@mialia15104]

I'm proud of you too! I hope to get it as soon as I get some student support again 😆

[@hhgreene]

I love your poetry. Love. Love. Love.

[@charlyreynhorse]

I'm soo excited to read this! I went to order it though and I'm in Australia and can't get the US one and the UK one I can get but the postage is almost twice the cost of the book :( I will keep an eye out and hopefully there will be a better option at some point

[@ababy6074]

Hey Rachel congratulation on this book! I'd love to read it but there's no link for people in Australia to buy it. Can you help with this?

[@housekinokuni903]

Congrats rachel. This is a dream of mine.

[@irene2958]

Congratulations 🎉👏

[@inanimatecarbongod]

11:23 It's not silly at all, when you've established yourself as a somewhat harsh critic of other people's poetry, to put out of a volume of your own actually takes quite some nerve, especially when you put as much of yourself into it. I don't think there's anything silly about being pleased with it.

[@evas4638]

Ahh Rachel I’m late to the party but congrats on the success of your book!! Ps I’ve seen you wear this jumper in a couple of videos now and I’m obsessed…where is it from I need it in my life 😍

[@Palestinian_holocaust]

Your poetry topics are sooo MELROSE AVE TRENDING QUEEN

[@WillPhil290]

Such a brilliant mind... I'm buying a copy on pay day... lol

[@samiam2114]

🥱

[@dsrtsnw]

out of stock :(

[@micahhenley589]

Humans have indeed created some beautiful poetry thoughout the ages. Of course, only humans can write and create beautiful works of art such as poetry. Animals cannot do that. For it is written: "So God created mankind in His own image. In the image of God He created them; male and female He created them." Genesis 1:27

[@brendacova8311]

I just want to say that I've been rooting for you to publish a poetry book for so long. I remember you saying in videos how you would practice writing poetry as you read other poets, keeping a journal nearby. And your love for poetry has always been apparent. I think anyone who has been following you for a while knows that this isn't an ego trip for you. It's something you're genuinely passionate about and something you've really worked on. I can't wait to get my copy. I'm so happy for you.

[@RachelOates]

Thank you!!! :)

[@bayley07]

Hearing you talk about poetry really opened my heart to it. You’ve got a passion for it that’s raw and contagious and it shows in every video I’ve seen. Buying the book out of solidarity with wholesome channels like this

[@RachelOates]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@averysspookshowspectacular6205]

Publishing a book is such an amazing thing! It's one of my lifetime goals. I'm not really into poetry, but I might buy yours just to support. And maybe you'll get me into it!

[@feemuller7107]

Ahh I'm so excited! I just wanted to order a copy, but it seems to be out of stock atm :( I understand that you are nervous as to how people will perceive your poetry after watching your videos critiquing other poets, but, personally, I think to critique somebody's work more harshly because that person critiqued other person harshly, is quite unfair and even a bit childish. I can critique something and still not be brilliant at it myself (in my opinion at least). Reviews/Critique *shouldn't* be: Rachel Oates critiqued so and so, so she HAS to be better at writing poetry than so and so. It *should* be: I purchased this book for this amount of money, was it worth it? Did I have an enjoyable read or did I get nothing out of this? Is this good, well crafted poetry? How does it compare to other poetry collections? Criticism that is mostly dependant on the artist and not of the work of art, is poor criticism. At least in my opinion. So I really hope you won't be discouraged by that type of reviews.

[@Iloveyou-jn2gll]

Just bought the book. Hope all goes well for you. 😀

[@RachelOates]

Thank you so much!

[@marlyd]

Hey, you're out of stock already, Congrats! (I think?)

[@thatalienguy1472]

Grabbing myself a copy and going to actually read it first before I say anything about it. I can tell no one has read it yet because there are a couple of GH stans on the US amazon tanking her reviews already. Hopefully the book is good so I can tell the trolls to eff off. Now that I think about it, i might do that anyway.

[@RachelOates]

Oh. I hadn’t seen that. The one star review isn’t even someone who bought it and no one who won a copy has received it yet so they clearly haven’t read it :( I should have known this would happen. It just makes me want to delete everything and never try anything ever.

[@thatalienguy1472]

@@RachelOates i completely understand why you feel that way. It really sucks girl. Keep in mind though, you have a very protective fanbase. We got you. Its probably gonna be alright.

[@mina8799]

@@RachelOates that's so awful :( i'm SO excited to read your work!! you've been an inspiration to me starting to read and write more poetry and i'm so stoked :) there are so many people who are insanely hyped for your work!

[@hanajin9274]

@@RachelOatesThat reviewer could have simply received the book as a gift from someone other than you. All writers get criticized, sometimes harshly, perhaps unfairly, but rarely because of some persistent personal vendetta.

[@leothenomad5675]

@@RachelOates No don't do that, don't give your haters the satisfaction of giving up. Nothing will drive them up the wall faster than seeing your book sell and sell well. You have a twofer in this household, I watch for the science and religion and my wife devoures anything poetry related you do, she is getting a book for Christmas. Good luck and don't let anyone hold you back.👍❤🤗

[@margaretjohnson6259]

artists SHOULD be paid for their work. art IS work. (the arts, not just painting, photography).

[@AliceLucindaBronte]

I have just ordered my copy. I make about £1.50 profit per sale of my books too. However mine are a lot cheaper because they don't have pictures in. That really puts up the printing costs! After I've read it, I will try my best to write an honest and fair review. After all, you can always return the favour, as I sent you a couple of my books a while ago. This is Simon Warwick Beresford. P.S. I see someone else has already given you a somewhat scathing review. I wonder how they got their copy so fast!?

[@RachelOates]

The one star review wasn’t someone who actually purchased it and the only woman I sent a gift copy to in America hasn’t received it yet so I think it’s just a Gabbie Hanna fan being a Gabbie Hanna fan :( feels like crap that she just keeps ruining my life

[@bagelprince3]

Fr i see two people reviewing it already on the amazon page and wondering how they got it.. before it was released? Dont listen to them Rachel, clearly they didnt actually "review" it.

[@cmk8362]

im watching this two hours after release & its already sold out! sad for me that i wont get a copy but CONGRATULATIONS! im really proud & happy for you! youve made the intimidatong world of poetry more accessible for me & im so grateful for that! now you gibe me hope for publishing my own work someday😊 thank you a lot and again CONGRATS! !! 🎉

[@annabelle69]

Immediately ordered it 😤 I can’t wait :) I think you’re being very brave, by publishing your own work, especially as a reviewer and analyst yourself. I’m excited to see how you use your skills and knowledge in your own work!! 🎉🎉

[@ErimlRGG]

Would totally be interested in a Kindle version and would love to support you. I'm too used to reading on it and I don't like carrying books around

[@ArthurChappell]

You should try some open mic poetry events - you'll be great

[@bagelprince3]

Already saw two "reviewers" on the listing. Nasty people dont have it in them to appreciate hard work and art so try not to listen to them. The nasty bastards always show their faces first. Sending love to you!! So many people are excited (including me!) to get their books!

[@lydia4382]

Congratulations! 🎉 Don’t be afraid to charge more! I know it’s hard, I’m a business woman too and learning to charge what I’m worth has been tough! It makes me want to pay more just to spite you!! 😂😂😂

[@maltie123]

Just ordered to Canada! I've commented on your videos and others before, but I don't think I've ever bought anything from a KZbin I watch.. you are the first! So happy to support! ❤

[@RoastedSaltedPeanut]

Ordered it off of Amazon Canada last week and it hasn't shipped yet. I know it's holiday season so shipping is slow but aghhhh I can't wait!!

[@rae1509]

congratulations! i absolutely love the poem readings you've posted so far so i'm very excited to get a copy of your book. i've always had specific poems that i enjoy, but i've never really read poetry for poetry's sake until watching your videos. you really inspired me to take the plunge, and i'm having a blast with it. thanks for sharing your passion with us! 💜

[@birichinaxox9937]

Woohoo great job. Any chance can buy it direct from your website??? In Australia and Amazon is really dodgy here.

[@nomnomnommy2955]

The cover is beautiful

[@katanderson1498]

I would have bought it if it was on ebook. Hope you do well.

[@Cujo_Red]

Added to my cart! What an accomplishment! Whatever the feedback, Rachel, keep your head high because you know how much love and care you put into it, and if it's anything like your videos, there's nothing to worry about.

[@bex9708]

Proud of you!

[@merlinmulligan]

So proud of you! Can't wait to get my copy :)

[@merlinmulligan]

Also, I love your sweater!

[@aye.p]

Congratulations!!! ❤️❤️❤️🤗

[@LuisRivera-vf9pk]

Congratulations, Rachel.

[@Chris-ln7tr]

your happiness about this is so infectious!! my absolute dream is to publish a book one day and it’s amazing to see you achieving that and being so happy about it. i bought it the moment i saw your link on your insta stories and i’m SO SO excited to be able to have your work on my shelf, and in my hands, and to read it!!! i’m so excited for you!

[@micahhenley589]

Out of all the beautiful poetry that has been written, all of them had authors. No poetry ever wrote itself.

[@charlyella]

I’m really looking forward to reading this! I owe you a lot for sparking my initial interest in poetry, and I’m excited to see what you have to say! I just ordered it! Without you, I wouldn’t be working on my own collection!

[@fia476]

Immediately asked my mum for a copy for Christmas. So excited!!!

[@r-pupz7032]

Oh man, asking my partner for this for Christmas! Really excited ☺️

[@Stevian1]

A beautiful and talented girl, and you're not bad yourself Rachel. But seriously, all of your incisive and thought provoking videos, you're an artist and now a poet You are so talented

[@neonninja9975]

Congratulations, this is a massive accomplishment

[@sadpan_duh2173]

I ordered a copy of the book recently and it came today!! So excited to read it!!!! ❤

[@alexfromoakland2862]

Congratulations! I hope I can self-publish by this time next year. I’m proud of you and excited for you. First time seeing your videos.

[@RachelOates]

Good luck!! You can do it! :)

[@nicholas4804]

Congratulations, Rachel.

[@paradoxfossils]

💜

[@viviannehunt1371]

I am so excited! I ordered this, hopefully it gets here soon! Watched Savy's review too. Well done, you!

[@aceboggess7586]

Congratulations

[@MagisterialVoyager]

❤❤❤

[@thisurldoesnotexist]

Just ordered my copy! I've been trying to read more poetry lately, anyway, since I'm a writer myself and I've been working on my first two books/pamphlets

[@novepipps]

Amazing news! I'm so excited to buy this! 😭 It'll be wonderful to follow your journey & growth as a poet. You have an amazing way of communicating. Incorporating art like photography & having info about them is also great for readers with aphantasia. I've always been a fan of incorporating some pictures into poetry books, it can be very powerful.

[@RachelOates]

Thank you so much!! ♥

[@KaitlynnMortensen]

*immediately adds to my Christmas list*

[@GrannyReplica]

I was very happy to hear about your poem pamphlet. I'm certain each piece in it is brilliant. I am making this collection of poems my x-mas gift to myself, since I'm finishing this year with a completely new interest in an artform I haven't explored much before.

[@piperbeaton]

Congratulations! This is so inspiring, I'm currently trying to compose a song and just seeing you talking about the whole creative process makes me feel less alone (I have also been bothering my partner with countless drafts XD). I just feel so happy for you that you were able to do this, your excitement is infectious and I've loved all of the poems you've released on youtube so far so I would love to get this pamphlet if I end up being able to. And I mean hey, if I'm able to tear up from just watching the promo video, just imagine me with the actual collection hahah

[@RachelOates]

Good luck with your song!! :)

[@SwanofWar]

Instantly ordered it, Rachel. I've been enjoying your poems that you've performed on your channel lately so I'm excited to read this. Plus it's nice to be able to provide you some monetary support. Your content has brought me so much entertainment.

[@laikacons]

Ahhh!!! I’m so proud of you.

[@Everyyoueverymiau]

Congratulations 🎉 I’m really happy for you!

[@mstly4lg]

Really enjoyed hearing how the book came to be

[@liamodonovan6610]

Love your top rachel yoi are a multi talented woman iam so so proud of you rachel you are a beautiful woman you can save so many lives male and female you are on this earth much more than a 9 to 5 job t

[@seagurll]

Congratulations! The poetry you've shared on your channel in the past has always been great and evokes a lot of emotion. I'm broke as hell right now lol, but once I can I'm definitely gonna be buying this book. 💕

[@RachelOates]

Thank you so much!

[@seagurll]

@@RachelOates You're welcome. 💖☺

[@frankensteinlives]

Congratulations on publishing your first collection!

[@Mollipoprocks]

Congratulations. Writing is difficult and iterative. It is so much harder than people think.

[@lenroz]

This is going on my Christmas wish list. Congratulations!

[@ExAngel001]

Congratulations on putting your art out there. :)

[@Thisisjefftaylor]

I really like your cover art, the colors are amazing.

[@entityofspace6444]

Almost $15 and you only make $1 ????? I don’t think that’s true…

[@Dino_Medici]

Hey I’m self publishing a book about the nature of beauty. What platform did you use? I’m looking at lulu but wondering if you rec anything else? I’m gonna do a mini magazine style so I can collab with artists to include tons of images for a cool visual experience

[@elcondor2879]

How exciting, so happy for you!! Looking forward to reading it!

[@patchadventures9247]

Congratulations on your book. 🤙🏼💐

[@derpscythe6145]

Just ordered it! I’m very excited to read it

[@freitasgst]

when will it be available worldwide?

[@llamaddrama]

Congratulations 🥹❤

[@purpleclaws202]

Yay!!! I'll buy it!!

[@dricherrycuddler]

Very excited, can't wait to be able to read it!

[@sunbeam42]

Congrats!! Maybe Gabbie Hanna will review it on her channel lol

[@RachelOates]

I hope not. I want nothing to do with her and her toxic fans ever again.