Thoughts from a Published Author?!?! | BOOK WRITING EP 46

[@tori6105]

side note : her clothes and makeup matches her book and that's ravenclaw on a next level and i stan so hard IM SO PROUD OF HER OMFG

[@jessethereader]

so proud. love you bananas! YOU DID THE DANG THING.

[@sash69420]

Bananas! Is that a new nickname.

[@sm92127]

When my favorite KZbinr replied to my other favorite KZbinr

[@ranip7644]

*Thang*

[@imagiraffe8686]

I actually can’t wait to read this book Also, if you put a piece of your soul into it, does that mean that Again, but better is a horcrux?

[@amanekabbaj]

All books are horcruxes

[@sammyysounds]

If you read the book this comment is so relevant

[@mollyrose3985]

OH MY GOD I feel dumb I just realized why she calls her notebooks horcruxes

[@subhakhan1900]

Omg this book reference!

[@bellajemm7091]

Christine, I've been here since 2014 and I'm just so proud that you've finally released this book!! It means so much to me that you tried to represent a part of the college experience that never gets talked about. I just finished my freshman year and it was so much harder than I ever would have imagined. I spent night after night feeling so isolated and unwanted, and I was completely convinced that the rest of my life was going to be just as miserable. "Again, But Better" is the first book I've read that made me feel okay for not having my life together at eighteen, and I'm so so grateful that it exists. Shane's story made me so hopeful for my future and I can't thank you enough for that. ❤❤❤

[@riiceandbeanss3045]

Aaa, I actually just bought a signed copy of Again But Better last night, I had never seen your channel but it was in the very front of the bookstore that I walked into. and I’m so obsessed with it that I’m already halfway done, and it’s now my favorite book I’ve ever read. I have literally forced myself to not laugh out loud in the middle of class when (Insert two names here that I don’t wanna spoil but it includes the main character and the cute dude) are talking to each other, and then I just spent a few hours of reading it. You’ve inspired me to start writing my book that I started a while ago. You are amazing!

[@emmmabooks]

IM SO EMO I love you and I’m so proud of you

[@casarive14]

So much pride and happiness for you Christine. Ive been watching you since 2014 and it’s been amazing to watch you grow and especially to see this book come to life with you. Thanks for that opportunity.

[@queennovella7723]

That is the next book on my list :) You are the reason I started BookTube, Christine. Thank you :)

[@tori6105]

She looks so professional and yet so Christine at the same time and i feel like if watched this book grow up AND OMFG AGAIN BUT BETTER IS OFFICIALLY OUT

[@vavila16]

I ❤ your profile picture

[@Bri-ee8vo]

I have literally grown up watching you and now I'm 19 and in the position you were talking about at the start, knowing you're in an amazing place right now gives me hope. Thank you so much for all these years of video, I can't wait to read the book

[@Missllerllable]

I've been watching your videos for years now and I usually never comment and just like them, but I just wanted to express how happy I am for you, that you got your dream book published and it has been such a great time to watch you throughout your bookwriting journey. I am truly happy for you! Congratulations on being a published author

[@vhyeazel]

AH I'm so so proud!!! I've been watching your videos since 2013 and it fills me with so much joy and happiness watching your journey and seeing your book being published. Watching your writing journey has motivated me to finally start writing and I can't thank you enough for that and everything else you and your channel have helped me through throughout the years. Congrats!!

[@lightquest2]

I loved the book! I honestly cannot express how happy I am for you! YOU did this queen❤️👏🏾👏🏾 (EDIT: OMG SHES IN THE SAME SPOT WHERE IT ALL STARTED IM EMO😭)

[@leahr934]

Christine, I've been watching you since 2013 and I'm crying watching this because I'm so proud of your journey. It has been so wonderful to watch you become a published author. Your videos have always been a source of joy in my life that I watch when I'm down. I am overjoyed to see you accomplish something that you have wanted to do for so long. Congrats!! I can't wait to see where you go from here!

[@sethcosgrove816]

Christine I've been watching you for four years now, and i just picked up your book today and I opened it in the car and read your note before I started my car and I sat in the parking lot of Barnes and noble and just burst into tears! I can't wait to start this book and just from your message I think I needed this. So I just want to say, from the bottom of my heart Thank You.

[@natalienagel6617]

I just started reading this story. It makes me feel so seen. I’ve been watching your videos for years, and I would like to say thank you for all the laughs you’ve given me, and now all the tears as well. Thank you for shining a light on a story that rarely gets told. I am so happy and proud of you Christine! And crying.

[@susie1100]

CHRISTINE. YOU MADE ME CRY. I am so, so proud of you. When I first thought that, I thought that it was weird to be proud of someone that you don't know, but then you said yourself in the video that we DO know you. I've been watching you for around six years or so now and it's been incredible to watch you make this journey. I haven't had a chance yet to read Again, but Better because I'm still patiently waiting for it to arrive in the mail (I ordered one of the special editions from Barnes and Noble and I live in the Middle of Nowhere Canada so it's taking a minute to get here) but I'm so excited to receive it. Congratulations New York Times bestselling author Christine, YOU DID THE DAMN THING.

[@fatimacherub]

I’m so proud of you Christine! I’ve been watching your videos since I was 13 or 12 and you’ve always made me feel like I wasn’t alone. You allowed me to be my weird and honest self and for that I’m so very grateful for you and your videos. Thank you for always being you and for allowing us to be apart of things like this. You amplified my love for books!

[@amandasalmi6616]

Christine, you have no idea how much this series has meant to me. I’ve been writing for 10 years and a secret life goal of mine is to get one of my stories published. At one point in my life I was so down and I just knew that would be a goal that I would never accomplish. Then I found one of your writing episode and they breathed hope into me. Now at 21, I’m currently writing my second story and I just want to thank you so much for these videos and the inspiration you’ve given me. You’re such an incredible person and I can’t wait to read this book that you’ve poured your soul into.

[@viik_torii]

I will never not be proud of what you’ve accomplished Christine! You are a KZbinr I have followed for years, since the beginning, and you lift my spirits everyday. Your spirit is so infectious that my sister- who doesn’t even read books- loves watching your videos with me (especially your crackpot theories) I remember watching the first of your writing videos and being so excited, and these videos have been such an inspiration and nudge in the right direction for me to continue my own writing. I was in a horrible position when these videos first started, and they’ve been the push I needed to get back to doing what i love. It’s amazing seeing how far you’ve come

[@abiwall2186]

When I started reading your book, I realized quickly how brave you are, because you're right - we do know you! I found little pieces of you in your writing from the beginning that I wouldn't have been able to find if I hadn't been watching your videos for years. So I think it's incredible that you are able to be yourself and be so open and share your writing with the world (the most intimate and personal thing!!) after you've already shared yourself. You are an inspiration.

[@jennawirtz9620]

you’ve come to far. been watching you since fourth grade and i’m gonna be a senior this year. thank you for carrying me. you’re an inspiration. you’re doing great things.

[@karlyackley4205]

Christine, I've been watching every writing video since you started making them back in 2016! It's been so amazing to watch you go through this process and I was so excited when this book that I've been waiting to read for three years showed up at my door on the release day. I just finished the last half of this book in the past few hours because I just had to know what happened. To my surprise, I found myself tearing up reading the acknowledgments because I couldn't believe it was all over. It made me feel things that I've never experienced with a book before. I always have a hard time relating to main characters and I find myself eye rolling all the time, but with her I could feel myself in her shoes. My freshman year of college was really hard for me. I moved to a different state for school and I had such a hard time making new friends. I felt very isolated while I watched the people around me move forward and get the "college experience". Reading this was comforting to know that maybe my experience wasn't that abnormal and it wasn't just me. I know your goal for this book was to make people feel that and I just wanted you to know you accomplished it. Thank you for allowing us to be apart of this and I can't wait to read everything you write in the future.

[@bleachdyedhair]

I'm never the type to comment on videos, but I purchased your book today and literally could not put it down. I've just finished it at 2 am my time and I'm so proud of you as a reader and a viewer of your videos for so many years. Thank you for making such a special story. It spoke to me seeing as I just came home a few months ago from my study abroad experience in London (technically Canterbury, England, but close enough) and I really related to a lot of Shane's anxiety driven moments while being far from home. Never stop being you, Christine! Anxiously awaiting your next novel!!

[@inkbery4473]

I'm so emotional, I've been watching your channel for more than 4 or 5 years now and your writing series has just been so inspiring to me. And I don't even write. I love how you documented the entire process, your inspirations, problems, break-throughs, and if this book is anything like you, then I'm so frickin excited to read this book.

[@karagalactic]

Can I just say, this is the second of yours I have watched, and 2 minutes in your words hit a chord in me so deeply? Absolutely powerful. One beautiful thing about facing your fears is the butterfly effect it has for the people who look up to you.

[@ThesaurusToblerone]

Ahhh, I've been watching your videos since 2012 when I was 17 and I thought you were so cool (you are). Then when I was 19-21 I was in the same position as your main character and felt like shit about myself and so alone. I also tried to fix my life and do uni "better" by studying in France for a semester. At the time I felt so alone and different, and I never would have thought someone who I looked up to on the internet like you could have been through what I was going through. The intro to your book almost made me cry because it was that relatable. There's this huge discourse about your early 20s being the best time of your life that can make you feel so alone and "wrong" when your experience doesn't match that. It's important to share experiences that are different so people don't feel so isolated and weird. Thank you so much for writing this book. I know 20-year-old me would have found it therapeutic. 💛💛💛💛

[@petram2376]

I love the little Easter eggs in the book that make you think of Christine. It was such a unique experience because I really felt Christine in the story❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@theoriginal4ever7]

The amount of pride and joy I feel right now is unreal! Watching you go through this journey has been so inspiring and I can't wait for what is to come! Congratulations Christine!

[@LauraLopez-jl2bj]

I'M NOT CRYING YOU'RE CRYING! I am sooo proud of you Christine! The first video of yours that I watched was your Selection review so it has been 5 or 6 years. I have followed your journey since then, watched and rewatched all my favorite reviews (including The 100 and ACOMAF) and still laugh every single time. I still remember you posting that video 3 years ago about you starting your book and now that it is published I can't wait to receive it and to be able to read your first novel. I am glad you made it this far and I know I will love this book. Thank you for making me discover BookTube and some of my favorite books. I'm sure your book will be one of them

[@justinereeves7479]

I started watching your channel maybe 5 years ago. I was also so alone, no friends, and wanted to be a writer but didn't know how to get there. And then soon after you started your book writing Chronicles, and they gave me hope that I could be a writer. It made me say "why not me too?" And I just want to say thank you for inspiring me in that way. I am so so so proud of you and your accomplishment and I am picking up Again, But Better on my next Target run! Love you, girl

[@braelinv12]

I’ve been watching your channel since I was really young, I first found your videos years ago. I’ve been watching this series unfold and all the while I’ve been so inspired by your dedication and willingness to wear your heart on your sleeve. I remember when I first started watching your videos I felt so alone in school and at home, and watching them made me feel a little less alone. You’ve brought so much joy to my life and to others and you deserve every bit of love and loyalty you receive, and then some. I’m so amazed at what you’ve accomplished and inspired by you, and I know I’ll love the book you wrote. Sorry if that was kinda weird for you, I know you’ve never met me but you’ve just made a huge impact on my life. Congrats 😁

[@ghazalatarodifard429]

I’ve been following you for so many years, and I always knew I would pick up the book you eventually released as soon as I have the chance. I finished your book in less than a day and the whole time I just thought about how relatable Shane is. I’m exactly at the point of life she was in her education and facing very similar struggles and after watching this video and knowing how much of yourself you put into this, I just wanna thank you for being so vulnerable and giving me someone I can relate to so much. You’re one of most genuine people I’ve seen on KZbin and your videos and love of books helped me through some pretty tough times of my life. I am so happy for this dream of yours to come true. Can’t wait to read the other amazing works you come out with. ❤️

[@Claire-pm4lm]

Congratulations Christine!!! Been here since episode 1! I’m about halfway through your book now, and every time I sit down to read it my heart warms with happiness! Thank you for writing such a beautiful story !😊

[@emoryherbert891]

I’ve been watching your videos for so long now! I think about five years. And I started watching your videos at a very pivotal time in my life, through becoming a teenager and really figuring out who I am and what I want to do with my life. Your videos have inspired me to read so many books that have seriously changed my as a person, especially the Shadowhunters Chronicles! Ever since I watched your first writing video I’ve been ecstatic for Again, but Better to come out. And now that I’ve read it (and loved it btw), I’ve decided that I 100% want to study abroad in college! So, thank you Christine for pretty much being my role model as I’ve grown up❤️ love you!

[@gabrielemockeviciute4155]

This book came into my life at the best possible timing. I am currently 20 years old, and will start studying in England in precisely a week. And right now I'm more excited than frightened thanks to ”Again, but better”. I am so thankful that you wrote this book! ❤️

[@belledabear]

I’m so proud of you Christine. I just got my B&N signed copy an dIve finished the first chapter. I love the book. You should be so proud of this beautiful art you shared with us. Thank you and I’m so happy for you. I relate so much to you and shane already :) as a fellow 20 yo virgin grandma

[@kelseyjones9198]

Christine, I just discovered your channel, which is crazy because I'm an avid reader and librarian! But I wanted to say that I LOOOVED Again, but Better!!! It was incredible! The writing style you chose was fantastic and unique! I loved the characters, I loved the development and pretty much everything else about it. I liked it so much that I actually bought the audiobook too! Now I'm listening to Again, but Better on my commute to work while reading other books you've recommended. You've actually inspired me to put my fears aside and begin on my own coming of age novel I've wanted to write for years! Thank you so much for Shane and Pilot's beautiful story. You're an inspiration!

[@peytonraine5072]

it’s weird that part of me grew up with you writing this book, like i was 13 when you started writing it. i love that i got to watch you grow and write something that you’re so excited about. i’m so unbelievably proud of you!!

[@thewinterizzy]

Imagine being a new fan and coming to this book series and getting to binge the process of you writing it after having already finished the book. THAT’S THE NEW ERA WE’RE IN. AGAIN BUT BETTER IS OUT. Congratulations, this has been so thrilling and motivating to watch your journey. :’)

[@MadiganinPeach]

Oh man Christine. I've been here for so many years, lurking 👀, before this journey even began. You're so different and yet exactly the same. To see how much you've grown, it's truly incredible. Romance and contemporary aren't normally my thing, but I can't pass this one up. I can't believe how far booktube has come. Congratulations, girl. You deserve all this love. 🖤💜🖤💜🖤

[@Lola-dp4eg]

christine: thoughts from a published author?!?! me: LAMPPOST!!!!!

[@charlesc.r.9324]

I STAN THIS COMMENT

[@clandycane1771]

OMG HAHAHAHA

[@melany478]

YES.

[@lauryn2018]

Ahhhhh yesssssss

[@aimeep578]

I've been watching for about 6 years. You've helped me in numerous ways and have made me feel understood; like I had a friend. I'm so proud of you, you are really amazing. I can't wait to go pick up this book.

[@vickimacable]

I've been watching you for years now, and I've followed your book writing journey since the beginning of 2016, so I have been sooooo excited to read your book! I bought it the day that it came out, and today I finished the book, 3 days after (finally) being able to start it. Your book made me happier than any other book has in a long time. It made me feel all the feelings! Thank you for sharing pieces of yourself in letters on pages that somehow spoke to pieces of me and made me so, so happy :)

[@mirabellepan]

Christine I'm so proud of you!! I loved Again, But Better so much, yours and Shane's stories resonate so much with my own and I feel so connected to you both. Thank you so much for sharing your story with us

[@mandy.dreamco]

Hey Christine! I finally just listened to the audio book version of Again But Better, and I know you get thousands of comments, but I wanted you to know how awesome it was to read your book finally. I've been watching your videos since near the beginning and I always wondered if you would write someday. I loved that the book was so you, so familiar to the channel, and yet Shane was very much her own person on her own journey. It felt a lot like a love letter with you filling it with all the things you loved so that we could love and enjoy them too. Your acknowledgements really made me want to comment here because yes... The book made me smile. I've been going through a tough time emotionally with lots of interpersonal conflict, and being able to turn this on twenty minutes on my lunch break, driving home from work, or grocery shopping, was immensely helpful. Like 2017 Shane I'm on the other side of my life nerves and just generally feel more calm and capable about going after my dreams. I loved seeing her transformation because I definitely related to it! Anyway, I wanted to say thank you. Thank you for pouring your heart and soul into this and giving it to all of us. I'm so excited to see where you go from here ❤️ -Mandy

[@j25903]

So happy you made it with completing the process and you deserve the praise and overwhelming satisfaction! I was just in Barnes and Noble today trying to find “Again, but Better” but I don’t think my one doesn’t have it yet. I’ve been following your channel for a bit and I love the content you make thus far. I’m an aspiring author myself, and I have an interesting setting and set of characters in mind I’ve been wanting to write for a year. Now, I’ve got plenty of time to do so. I want to do something complex and philosophical in its expression, but emotional and awesome at the same time. It feels cathartic watching another person succeed in putting out the story they want to tell because it gives me hope that I can strive for that success. I find small writing tips everyday and make myself a better writer as a whole. It’s not an easy ballpark, but I’m very serious about the work and execution. Stephen King taught me so much with his Dark Tower series that I feel capable in the writing lessons I’ve learned. If I finally do get to where you are, I hope you consider my novel someday Christine:). Stay joyful and passionate! Btw, definitely consider reading King’s 7 novel Dark Tower series. Amazingly well written saga. Also, did you hear about Rebel, Marie Lu’s 4th legend book?

[@briannacampbell1428]

Christine!! It has been such a wonderful thing these last few years getting to watch you write this book!! Congratulations on being a published author, I think we are all immensely proud of you. My copy finally came in the mail the other day, and I’m so excited to read it. Sending lots of love to you!!

[@canabereal]

I've just started reading this book and I already love it. I already identify myself so much with what you and Shane went through because that exactly what I'm going through and it brings so much joy to know that I'm not alone and that life gets better

[@gracieandersen6723]

I don’t think I have ever related to a book as much as I did to Again, but Better. Thank you so much for writing it because it is honestly the push that I needed and I signed up to study abroad next year. I found your KZbin in high school when I felt like no one understood and ever since every time I read a book I have to come back and watch your book talk to see your thoughts. You have been such an inspiration and I cannot wait to read any book your write. Thank you for putting yourself out there and giving people like me someone to relate to

[@LaurenceRoberge]

The book made me cry, this video made me cry... WHY DO YOU WANT ME TO CRY SO MUCH???? 😭 I’m so proud of you Christine!

[@katherinefreed2323]

Christine you made me fall in love with books. It has been so cool watching you grow through this writing process. You don’t know me but I’m super proud of you and I can’t wait to read it.

[@yousuzers565]

Awww don't cry! I didn't expect to cry at this video!! But honestly, reading your author's note made me tear up already because I felt EXACTLY the way you and Shane felt when in was in high school/ university (and sometimes still do feel this way) and I'm so excited to finish this book before my own study abroad adventures this summer. Thank you for writing this story that helps me feel a little less alone in the world

[@huda9445]

Omg I’m first ... Hi Christine your book will be the first contemporary I read ... CONGRATULATIONS SO PROUD

[@laurenp.8193]

I cannot wait to read!! Three more finals this week and then I’m SPRINTING to Barnes and Noble to pick it up!!! I’m so proud of you and hope that this is only the beginning of success for you. ❤️

[@ShannonLeighMusic]

Christine 😭❤️ Your channel has meant so much to me over the years, and it makes me so happy to see how far you've come and that you finally have your own book out!! Again, but Better is honestly the book I've needed for a few years now, and it's so comforting to read it and feel so understood. I just really appreciate you!!!

[@KristaH225]

I'm so happy for you. Congratulations and job well done! Writing a book is not easy. It takes a lot of time, patience, perseverance, and dedication. Enjoy your moment. You've earned it.

[@TheWordN3rd]

Congrats, Christine! I'm so happy for you! I'm so looking forward reading this. Everything you said about being in your early twenties and lost and lonely really hit a chord. You are so right about is needing more books that speak to that part of a person's life.

[@hailey8167]

It has been so amazing to watch your writing journey from start to finish! I’m so excited to finally get to read Again But Better, and I’m so incredibly proud of you. Amazing job, Christine. ❤️

[@simplyshelbs16]

I can't believe it's been over 3 years! It was a fun ride, and I'm loving the book. I'm 23 and I feel the same way right now, and it came to me at the right time. Thank you for writing this book, Christine. It's so fresh, and exactly what I need right now. I love youuu!

[@skylarblue7517]

Shane's story was so important to me and so was Leo's to see how just having one person to support you and talk to can really change things

[@alialynngonz]

I started reading Again, But Better on Saturday and I love it so much! I’m only like 13 chapters into it, but it’s one of my favorite contemporary novels I’ve ever read! I love how your humor transcends into the pages (and everytime something that I can see you saying in a video is in the book I chuckle and say Christine and it’s my favorite thing lmao). I just want to thank you for writing this because I definitely needed it in my life right now! So much love!

[@2kooolkid]

1:20 I know this feeling all to well, the feeling of anxiety and hopelessness. SOOO PROUD OF YOU!

[@alykundinger]

Still so proud Christine!!! I loved what you said about writing something for people that you needed at one point in your life. I think that’s so beautiful and that’s what art should be. I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy of your masterpiece and AH STILL SO PROUD =D

[@hackmanne]

This made me sooooo emotional. I remember when you first started your writing series. I didn’t realize that was actually 3 years ago. It makes me so happy that the book is finally here. The book that I have been waiting 3 years for is finally here. I am so excited to read it.

[@iviiiii1384]

I’ve always felt so behind in comparison to everyone around me, and to see Shane going through those emotion really resonated with me. I can’t atop saying thank you for how this book made me feel 💛💛

[@edensylvester13]

2:49 omg thank you I've been wanting this bc I keep getting kinda lost in where I should be in the playlist and I don't wanna get too far behind or ahead and spoil myself. But I loove reading along with the playlist, it seriously heightens the experience

[@oliviajohnson3544]

I just want you to know that every time I open Again, But Better (I’m almost done with it now, yay!) I hear you. I hear your voice and I see your personality in Shane, pilot, Sahara, babe, and Atticus. And this is a very very very good thing!! This is kind of what I look for in a book to see the author and feel the author. I can see that little kernel of your soul and I can see now how much work and time that you put into this. I’m so glad that you decided to put this story out there to create such an amazing story for everyone who needs to hear it. I love you so much! I’m so happy for you! Congrats!! 😘❤️❤️

[@xxxyz]

Christine, your book writing journey is so inspiring! I watched this video like 4 hours ago and since then I've been brainstorming ideas about my own book that I would like to write in future. You are such an amazing person. 😍

[@marianaduque7301]

As an aspiring novelist... this video is an inspiration for me!!! I’m so happy for you Christine!!! I’m gonna meet you tonight!!! So exciting!!!

[@rosesmith5100]

I just finished this book and this is now my new favorite contemporary! I slowly read it for a few days because I didn’t want it to end ever and then suddenly today I devoured probably 200 pages in a day. I laughed, gasped and this book caught me off guard in quite a few ways that I loved!!❤️❤️😍😍 I've been watching you for about three years now when your channel sparked my love for reading YA and so much more and I'm just so proud and happy for you that you have a real physical book out in the world now!

[@masbest5]

I can’t believe you’ve been making these videos for three years now, I remember when the first one came out. I just started the book today and I’m already loving it. Can’t wait to see what else u write in the future ❤️

[@danielrozin2558]

every time one of your videos about writing I'm reminded how my own writing means to me and how powerful it is to be able to express yourself and create your own world and characters. thank you :)

[@emiliezuchowski]

I remember when you uploaded your first book writing video and I thought it would be so amazing if I could read your book one day and I just started your book the other day. I’m so proud of you and amazed from all you’ve accomplished!

[@ansleyburnett592]

I just ordered it online and I’m waiting for it to come, I’m so excited to read it!!! I’m so proud of how far you’ve come and that we got to be with you on your journey! ♥️♥️♥️

[@emilygustin1324]

I feel like I went on this journey with you, and now that i’ve read the book, I just want to say thank you for writing it! I’m twenty years old and felt the themes of this book on a personal level- i felt like someone finally understood what i’m going through. i’m also studying abroad next year in England to get a bit out of my comfort zone, and i’m looking forward to exploring all the places that Shane experienced in the book. congratulations on this awesome accomplishment! wishing you luck on your next book.

[@emilyrose4776]

Christine I'm so proud of you!!! I remember when I watched your first writing video way back in 2016, its amazing to see how far you've come and watch you go through the entire process! You've inspired me so much to follow my love of writing and I'm so thankful! I don't know what I would do without your videos, they are so special. So well done, you're amazing, I can't wait to read ABB x

[@alyssas5668]

i started and finished your book yesterday, and i absolutely loved and adored it!! it was so EMOTIONAL and ADORABLE and IMPORTANT so thank you!! also i just finished my freshman year of college, so thank you for writing a ya book with slightly older and more mature characters!

[@katyrose1213]

I have been a fan of you since I was in 7th grade (2013) and you inspired to me love reading. Every time I was in a slump you brought me back. I BOUGHT THE BOOK AND IM SO EXCITED TO READ IT

[@jojonaslover19]

whats funny is when i was going through a tough time i found my love for books again. and i decided to just look up the book i was reading on youtube. I remeber it was city of bones and you were the first person to pop up onto the feed. Watching your passion in your videos and you grow as a youtube is really inspiring. I cannot wait to read your book, well once finals are over i am going to read that book and listen to it. I am soo happy for you

[@pietra4490]

hearing you talk about this book makes me so emotional and happy for you you accomplished something you've worked so hard for and it makes me tear up :) go you !

[@JacklynCunningham]

I HAD IT ON MY CALENDAR FOR MAY 21 then I was at Indigo last night and saw your book!!! I've been watching you since 2013 it's so cool to finally have a copy of your work! Love you so much Christine so proud you got to this point! Congrats

[@rachels.6453]

Your videos are my favorite things to watch/listen to when I'm working on my own novels! I don't think I'd be as productive and motivated as I am without you! Your energy and dedication to writing is everything ❤❤

[@Bri-hu6kx]

I’ve watched you since I was 13 just coming out of middle school and I am now 18 and in my first year of college. This book has come out at a perfect time as I’ve been feeling exactly the ways you described, and I’ve had such a fun time watching you grow. I’m so excited for you!

[@LiteraryCherry]

I cried watching this video. I'm so glad you're aware of what an influence this book can have on it's readers, I devoured it and enjoyed its contents endlessly. Now I'm listening to the playlist and just thinking about the book and it's making me just as (if not more) emotional than when I was actually reading it. Thank you for sharing yourself with the world, I love you!

[@tbabri]

Christine, this book was wonderful, the character growth and friendships rang so true! I studied abroad for college as well and I can't tell you how much I connected to what you were saying through Again, But Better. I'm so happy this story is out there and so proud of you!

[@clareagrippina6569]

Spent last night editing my book to your Again, but Better playlist. So proud and pleased for you and what you've accomplished. I love having your book writing videos on in the background as I draft. Congrats!!!!

[@haley.canter]

I am so proud of you. I've watched every single writing video from the start and can't wait to read again but better. Cried alot watching this

[@somedayillfindit1]

I just love watching her be so passionate about this and seeing her succeed in what she’s dreaming of.

[@chloelehmann5932]

I was at the Monday night launch at Barnes and Noble and it was SO amazing meeting you!! I finished Again, But Better and it was absolutely INCREDIBLE! Everyone, please go read this!!!!!

[@ceciliafeltner6319]

I started again, but better a couple days ago and i am flying through it. It so good, its the first book ive been able to read in like 3 weeks because ive been in a reading slump. I love it so much!😍😍😍❤❤❤❤❤

[@silverforgold]

I feel so proud and emotional. As an aspiring author, you’ve been such an inspiration to me. I can’t wait to read your book

[@CLCannonAuthor]

I am so proud of you Christine! I've been watching you for years and year and years! Since your first TMI videos! I am also an author and I so get this struggle. I've picked up your book and can't wait to read it!

[@lovelycienna5]

Ahhhhhhhhh! I work at Barnes, and when I heard that your book was the first YA Book Club Book, I lost my mind! I can’t wait to dig into your book and talk about it with my coworkers, and customers at book club! Congratulations Christine!

[@kashish5737]

thank you. thank you so much for writing this book. I haven't yet finished it but I can tell I'm gonna fall in love with it. I've never given that much thought to Author's Note but when I read yours, i felt like it was written for me. for once in my life I didn't feel alone and knew there are people who go/ have gone through the same things or rather, lack of things. you're right, I really, really wanted to hear this and looking at what you've gone through and how you have this amazing life now just gives me hope that I'm gonna get there too one day. so thank you. can't wait to read the complete book❤️

[@chelseaherondale5741]

So proud Christine! This makes me so happy. I’ve been in a reading lull for what seems like years now but still love your videos. I think this book might just reinspire my love for reading! Haven’t bought a book in such a long time but didn’t even have to think twice before ordering this one ASAP. So so proud

[@lisaeisner4466]

I'm so happy for you! I have been working on my own book for like 3 years now. The past 1.5 years i felt very isolated and alone and my book is the only place where i feel like belonging. It feels like I'm finally doing something i can be proud of. my book just really helped me.thes past years...

[@k-0316]

I've been hearing so much about this book and how amazing it is but I dont know why I never realized you were the author until now. Its amazing because I can hear how proud and excited you are about the book being published.

[@kippxbooks]

Christine, I'm currently a very lost college student and can assure you I felt what you did at the same age. It sucks to feel so lost and behind but look at you now! I'm so proud of you and I can't wait to eventually write my own book. You make it seem so possible!

[@samcampbell2278]

CONGRATS CHRISTINE!! 🎉 it’s crazy watching these videos for so long, and now the book is here!!!