Writing videos, book hauls, all in a span of a week. Kat IS ON A ROLL!! Glad to see the comeback is starting at an amazing pace (I can't wait for the first cooking with Kat)
I went through the most gut wrenching break up in 2024 and have since been going through one of the darkest times in my life, but seeing you upload again has genuinely been such a light that I’ve really needed. You were my introduction into the book community when I was in middle school (now I’m 24) and your videos were such a needed light that I needed back then as well. I guess what I’m trying to say is just thank you for these videos. My middle school and adult heart are so happy.
Completely agree about Deep End's cover. Usually I'm alright with a meh cover, but there's something off with that one haha. I fear, it was a response to people complaining about Ali Hazelwood's past covers looking to "childish" by having drawings of people on them but a drawing of hands is NOT IT
I would LOVE to see a video or many, many videos of you talking about tv shows, movies, anything. Whether you want it in more booktalk style ala Christine or video essay vibes with analyzing story or character, etc. (Also if youd make videos about the last two books in the simon snow trilogy, I'd looove that. Read them based on your videos and would love to hear your thoughts on it.)
watching this video for some reason made me remember more and more books that i read bc of watching your channel for some many years and I'm just so happy you're back. you're the reason i read the raven boys and that series changed my life more than any other book lmao
Do you even age? You look amazing. I'm so happy to see new content from you. You were one of the first youtubers I became addicted to 10 years ago. Keep these videos coming, I'll keep on watching 😁
You posting again genuinely pulled me out of a years- long slump. I’ve been rereading carry on and am so excited to read the new Jandy Nelson book. I didn’t even know about it and I’ll give you the sun is, like, my favorite book ever. Thank you❤
So glad these videos are back! I needed them so much. Also, I know you don’t need ME to tell you this but dayum, you’re so pretty 😍. Anyway, I’m so glad you’re back!
So glad to see you back!!! Would you ever consider doing a video going through fanfic recommendations? Would love to hear you opinions, especially because I also love Olivie Blake's fics too!
Bride by Ali Hazelwood was actually really good, it was my first Ali Hazelwood and honestly one of my favourites of hers. So worth the read and honestly also a quick read even though it is a romeo and juliet retelling.
Its so good to have you back, Kat. I started watching your videos in 2019 and, since then, have written 5 novels using the 3act 27ch. Loving the book hauls!
buying ebooks because they are on sale is very relatable, I had to slow down with that last year because I need to catch up a little on my unread ones lol - and I'm so happy to see you on here again!! ❤
@Katytastic Hey! I stumbled upon your channel this year while going down a rabbit hole trying to figure out some of my issues with writing. Your videos on outlining were such a big help for me! I should have commented before, but I thought you stepped away from UA-cam. I was so glad to see you started posting again! Also, I hate you for adding to my backlog. I already scoped out two books you had in this video. Haha. Anyways. Thanks so much for your content, I’m so excited to see more!
Recommending you another book about someone becoming the ultimate villain is probably contrary to your book not-buying goals... But I read and enjoyed "How to Become the Dark Lord (and Die trying)" and highly recommend it. Also the sequel "Everyone Wants to Rule the World (Except Me)" comes out this year.
I definitely want to hear your thoughts about JJK. I think most takes on it I've seen online are by guys and I ended up disagreeing with them so hard (as in they thought it was okay or even loved it and I'm here thinking there's a chance I never disliked a manga ending more. lol I'm open to hearing a good argument that will change my mind about it, though. I did love the manga itself, I just think it fell apart at the end). Was also shocked to see so many people loved Yuko Ozawa that much, considering she was only in the story for one chapter as fas as I remember, and most of her presence was a flashback 💀. Not sure if you read the epilogue, so I won't say details because of spoilers, but even her presence constitutes one of my biggest shōnen manga pet peeves 😂.
The not reading books bc you’re reading more fanfic is my whole life 😂 It doesn’t help that when I get bored of the fandom I either hop fandom or read books and binge…😅then good reads gets mad that I don’t make my goal 😂😂
@Katytastic they're set in the same world! Most people that I've seen have negative reviews of once upon a broken heart, haven't read the caraval series
Of these I have only read Bride and what I will say (spoiler free) is that it read like a Wattpad fic but in a good way?? Thoroughly enjoyed it for what it was Loved the video btw !
I just started The Way of Kings! Have been waiting for the right time, and with book 5 out, it seems like it’s come. I’m really enjoying it so far; Brandon Sanderson does a great job of keeping you engaged from the get go.
You did such a great job with not buying so much this year you should reward yourself with another book! 🎉 I would be curious to see your reaction to The Atlas Six or Deadly Education or even Once Upon A Broken Heart.
Has long TBR but reads fanfic instead, and Bad At Math Queer(TM) is evergreen so like don't even worry about that lol I've only read the 1st book in GGG2M, so if you need a reading buddy for the rest of the series I volunteer as tribute. Also now I want a volleyball lesbians book that you thought the set one was but actually isn't lol (new novel inspo for you tho?) Also, completely irrelevant and unimportant but thought you should know, you look gorgeous!
thank you!! and yeah sooooo i may or may not have drafted a sapphic college volleyball romcom two years ago in direct reaction to learning that LAFS was NOT about that. haven't revised it yet, but i do have something in the works XD
I agree, ebooks do not count at all 😌 Or at least I like to believe that. My physical TBR is big enough; considering e-book TBR would be too overwhelming, no thank u
Hard same on your rainbow rowell segment 😂 the feminine urge to reread Carry On annually until the end of time is hard to beat. Maybe we'll manage to get to Slow Dance this year lol Re: Deadly Education You. Will. Love. This. I am absolutely certain about this. Re: Portal Fantasy Ilona Andrews, one of my all time fav authors, has one coming out with Tor and I am so exited! Maybe she'll finally get a book cover that i don't have to hide in public (usually the most cheap/ atrocious things you can imagine in the paranormal genre) Re: Stormlight Archive Brando Sando is my lord and saviour when it comes to writing advice. I cannot imagine living without reading his books anymore. If there is ever a Gaiman-type reveal about him, yall can get a shovel and bury me right away because my heart would shatter in so many pieces, there'd be no use going on
There must be a virus going around that makes people buy book 2 in a series when you haven't read book 1 yet, because I never do that, but last year I found book 2 and 3 in a series for such a good deal I just had to do it. Had to, I say! *ahem* Anyway, it's so good to see you back, Kat! You were the first booktuber I ever followed and I've missed your videos. 🙂
You must read Abby Jimenez I read every single book in a week I’m obsessed with her. Life’s Too Short and The Happily Ever After playlist are my fav ones.
I can 100% confirm that ebooks don’t count financially 🤣🤣🤣 And please, let us know what manga titles you’re reading. Much love and appreciation, Kat! ❤
Oh my god your return to my algorithm makes me feel like im 14 again and have just discovered booktube for the first time. im 25 and just finished college. Who’s next, readbyzoe? :D
i somehow missed those on tiktok, but it's probably for the better because every time i saw a mention about it on twitter my tbr list would grow ridiculously XD
The joy of seeing a notification from Katytastic is alive and well. It´s so good to have you back, Kat.
Ur rainbow bookshelf is so nostalgic welcome back Kat ❤
thank you!!
Kat uploaded another video and the nostalgia hits again, it's like I'm back to being a teenager living in my parents' house reading 60+ books a year
Writing videos, book hauls, all in a span of a week. Kat IS ON A ROLL!! Glad to see the comeback is starting at an amazing pace (I can't wait for the first cooking with Kat)
I went through the most gut wrenching break up in 2024 and have since been going through one of the darkest times in my life, but seeing you upload again has genuinely been such a light that I’ve really needed. You were my introduction into the book community when I was in middle school (now I’m 24) and your videos were such a needed light that I needed back then as well. I guess what I’m trying to say is just thank you for these videos. My middle school and adult heart are so happy.
i'm so sorry you had a rough time but happy i could help in some small way!
You, Christine and Jesse were a huge part of the end of my teenage years and the beginning of my adulthood. I'm so glad that you're back!
YES! DEFINITELY WANT TO SEE A MANGA VIDEO! JJK, Dandadan and Spy x Family are some of my favourites too, would love to hear your thoughts!
THE EYESHADOW!!!! OBSESSED!
I love your book hauls, Kat! Takes me back to 2014 when I first watched your videos.
I am once again FLABBERGASTED. What do you mean Kat has uploaded ANOTHER video? It’s like going back in time 😭🥹💜💜💜💜
Completely agree about Deep End's cover. Usually I'm alright with a meh cover, but there's something off with that one haha. I fear, it was a response to people complaining about Ali Hazelwood's past covers looking to "childish" by having drawings of people on them but a drawing of hands is NOT IT
honestly i hope there's a variation/special edition cover at some point because yeah, this one is NOT IT
I would LOVE to see a video or many, many videos of you talking about tv shows, movies, anything. Whether you want it in more booktalk style ala Christine or video essay vibes with analyzing story or character, etc.
(Also if youd make videos about the last two books in the simon snow trilogy, I'd looove that. Read them based on your videos and would love to hear your thoughts on it.)
watching this video for some reason made me remember more and more books that i read bc of watching your channel for some many years and I'm just so happy you're back. you're the reason i read the raven boys and that series changed my life more than any other book lmao
Do you even age? You look amazing. I'm so happy to see new content from you. You were one of the first youtubers I became addicted to 10 years ago. Keep these videos coming, I'll keep on watching 😁
You posting again genuinely pulled me out of a years- long slump. I’ve been rereading carry on and am so excited to read the new Jandy Nelson book. I didn’t even know about it and I’ll give you the sun is, like, my favorite book ever. Thank you❤
yeah it's been so long since she published a book, this new release hasn't made huge waves (yet??) BUT IT'S SO GOOD! love jandy nelson books!
So glad these videos are back! I needed them so much. Also, I know you don’t need ME to tell you this but dayum, you’re so pretty 😍. Anyway, I’m so glad you’re back!
The reading a lot of fanfiction and not books is so real 😂
i count mine 🫒👨🏻🍳 otherwise it's like, did i read anything this year??
I’m so happy to see new videos from you! I used to get all my book recommendations from your videos
Loving hearing from you again!! Great to see you around
I cannot say how much joy Katytastic videos bring me
Legendborn is so good. It reminded me a lot of the Shadowhunter concept. The part where there is a hidden society guarding us from unseen forces
So glad to see you back!!! Would you ever consider doing a video going through fanfic recommendations? Would love to hear you opinions, especially because I also love Olivie Blake's fics too!
Missed your book recs! I know this video is not precisely recommendations, but hits home and the vibe is so cozy
Bride by Ali Hazelwood was actually really good, it was my first Ali Hazelwood and honestly one of my favourites of hers. So worth the read and honestly also a quick read even though it is a romeo and juliet retelling.
Its so good to have you back, Kat. I started watching your videos in 2019 and, since then, have written 5 novels using the 3act 27ch. Loving the book hauls!
It's so nice seeing new Kat videos in my fees. Btw makeup is on point queen 💅
I read almost 140 volumes of Manga this year through my library. Happy to see you back!
4 videos in 10 days 😮 we love you Kat please dont burn yourself out 💕
Welcome back!!! We have missed you! ❤ Your bookshelves make me so nostalgic!
buying ebooks because they are on sale is very relatable, I had to slow down with that last year because I need to catch up a little on my unread ones lol - and I'm so happy to see you on here again!! ❤
It's Fine it's fine everything's fine a quote from Cooking with Kat videos oh man we need more Cooking with Kat soon.
the way having kat back has already made me hopeful for this year. cuz we aint got much to look forward to. especially this month😪
I love Murderbot! I had a feeling you would dig that series. :) SO happy you are posting! I learned about so many books from your videos.
yes, I’d love to see a video about the mangas you’ve been reading 🥰 I’m so happy you’re back on booktube♥️♥️♥️
They all sound awesome! Go with Slow Dance for sure! Also, would you consider doing an updated book tour? Love your rainbow shelves. 🌈
i've been considering it! the pain of filming/editing that video has faded with time so it's starting to seem like a good idea...... we'll see........
great to see you back, Kat!
I’m so happy u’re back :)
@Katytastic Hey! I stumbled upon your channel this year while going down a rabbit hole trying to figure out some of my issues with writing. Your videos on outlining were such a big help for me! I should have commented before, but I thought you stepped away from UA-cam. I was so glad to see you started posting again! Also, I hate you for adding to my backlog. I already scoped out two books you had in this video. Haha. Anyways. Thanks so much for your content, I’m so excited to see more!
haha that's great to hear! welcome, and thanks for watching (and commenting!)
The Scholomance Triology (Deadly Education) is my FAVORITE book series of all time. You have toooooo!!!!!!!! Ahhhh it’s so good. 🎉
Thank God we have you back! Hugs from Mexico =)
Recommending you another book about someone becoming the ultimate villain is probably contrary to your book not-buying goals... But I read and enjoyed "How to Become the Dark Lord (and Die trying)" and highly recommend it. Also the sequel "Everyone Wants to Rule the World (Except Me)" comes out this year.
I definitely want to hear your thoughts about JJK. I think most takes on it I've seen online are by guys and I ended up disagreeing with them so hard (as in they thought it was okay or even loved it and I'm here thinking there's a chance I never disliked a manga ending more. lol I'm open to hearing a good argument that will change my mind about it, though. I did love the manga itself, I just think it fell apart at the end). Was also shocked to see so many people loved Yuko Ozawa that much, considering she was only in the story for one chapter as fas as I remember, and most of her presence was a flashback 💀. Not sure if you read the epilogue, so I won't say details because of spoilers, but even her presence constitutes one of my biggest shōnen manga pet peeves 😂.
The not reading books bc you’re reading more fanfic is my whole life 😂 It doesn’t help that when I get bored of the fandom I either hop fandom or read books and binge…😅then good reads gets mad that I don’t make my goal 😂😂
oh heeell yeah (one step closer to bookshelf tour, i can feel it)
your makee uppp!!! so pretty 😍😍
I get so happy when I receive a notification of a video of yours.
Make sure to read the full caraval series before once a broken heart!! It makes it so much better
hmmm good to know! i didn't even realize they were connected (companion novels? or just set in the same world?)
@Katytastic they're set in the same world! Most people that I've seen have negative reviews of once upon a broken heart, haven't read the caraval series
The way I missed these videos ❤
Of these I have only read Bride and what I will say (spoiler free) is that it read like a Wattpad fic but in a good way?? Thoroughly enjoyed it for what it was
Loved the video btw !
Yay Kat posted again
Long Live Evil sounds right up my boat. portal fantasies AND a controversial move>>>
I just started The Way of Kings! Have been waiting for the right time, and with book 5 out, it seems like it’s come. I’m really enjoying it so far; Brandon Sanderson does a great job of keeping you engaged from the get go.
he's a really talented storyteller, which is always a huge draw for me!
Yes!! Slow Dance was so goood I hope you like it!!
You did such a great job with not buying so much this year you should reward yourself with another book! 🎉 I would be curious to see your reaction to The Atlas Six or Deadly Education or even Once Upon A Broken Heart.
literally bought my first book of the year after posting this video lol (babel by rf kuang ebook was on sale for two dollars I HAD TO XD)
@ Lol Great minds just think alike. 😂😂 I have babel sitting in myself waiting to be devoured!
your voice takes me back to 2014 and the smell of a book outlet box :)
Yes binge read the Stormlight Archive. They are great! Every book I cried
FWIW I completely agree with you that the cover for Deep End is giving sinister vibes.
Wow I haven't seen you in so long so happy to see you had upload had to do a double take lol
Love the content 😭❤️
I also get the urge to reread Carry On every Christmas season.
This channel is so nostalgic for me
Has long TBR but reads fanfic instead, and Bad At Math Queer(TM) is evergreen so like don't even worry about that lol I've only read the 1st book in GGG2M, so if you need a reading buddy for the rest of the series I volunteer as tribute. Also now I want a volleyball lesbians book that you thought the set one was but actually isn't lol (new novel inspo for you tho?)
Also, completely irrelevant and unimportant but thought you should know, you look gorgeous!
thank you!! and yeah sooooo i may or may not have drafted a sapphic college volleyball romcom two years ago in direct reaction to learning that LAFS was NOT about that. haven't revised it yet, but i do have something in the works XD
@@Katytastic OMG lol Why did I somehow know that you already had and that that would be your response? XD
We truly are BACK!
the kindle sales are the bane of my existance. i have to fight myself not to pick up alot of them.
cant believe i get the privilege of watching a katytastic book haul in 2025 maybe everything will be ok 🫶🏻🫶🏻
Yess!! Manga review!
everything’s FINE
yes to a manga video!! would love to hear your thoughts
I agree, ebooks do not count at all 😌
Or at least I like to believe that. My physical TBR is big enough; considering e-book TBR would be too overwhelming, no thank u
the world is healing 🥺
oh we are soooo back
Ai que deliciaaa, abrir o youtube e ver que tá cheio de vídeos novos da kat
Welcome back 😊
Long Live Evil! One of my best friends cousins wrote the book. It is fabulous.
Hard same on your rainbow rowell segment 😂 the feminine urge to reread Carry On annually until the end of time is hard to beat. Maybe we'll manage to get to Slow Dance this year lol
Re: Deadly Education
You. Will. Love. This. I am absolutely certain about this.
Re: Portal Fantasy
Ilona Andrews, one of my all time fav authors, has one coming out with Tor and I am so exited! Maybe she'll finally get a book cover that i don't have to hide in public (usually the most cheap/ atrocious things you can imagine in the paranormal genre)
Re: Stormlight Archive
Brando Sando is my lord and saviour when it comes to writing advice. I cannot imagine living without reading his books anymore. If there is ever a Gaiman-type reveal about him, yall can get a shovel and bury me right away because my heart would shatter in so many pieces, there'd be no use going on
Also yes to the manga video! I watched the Spy X anime and loved every second!
okay i'm extra hyped for deadly education and stormlight now! (and that ilona andrews book sounds right up my alley!)
There must be a virus going around that makes people buy book 2 in a series when you haven't read book 1 yet, because I never do that, but last year I found book 2 and 3 in a series for such a good deal I just had to do it. Had to, I say! *ahem* Anyway, it's so good to see you back, Kat! You were the first booktuber I ever followed and I've missed your videos. 🙂
Go for Long Live Evil!! I’m reading it right now and it’s an absolute romp so far 💜
I'm trying to do a trade off this year once I've read a certain amount of books then I can buy a new one
Thank you for mentioning Spy x Family! I totally forgot that Vol. 13 is coming out today :o
"love at first set" would've been an AMAZING queer volleyball romance title TT it's so hinata x any setter coded HAHAHA such a missed opportunity
FOR REAL XD
OMG there's a new Jandy Nelson book???? I have to get on that immediately!!!
yessss it's such a good read! the story is woven together so beautifully!
My TBR has about 300 books on it 😂 I am also resolved to buy less books this year...probably...
22 books in a YEAR is WILD
like WHO EVEN AM I??
Slow Dance was amazing!!! I read it in one sitting. It consumed me.
I'm seated for the manga talk 😅
Slow Dance and Bride were great!
Omg please let us know how you like immortal dark!!!! It sounds amazing but i need a review!
New video yayyyy!!!!!!!
You must read Abby Jimenez I read every single book in a week I’m obsessed with her. Life’s Too Short and The Happily Ever After playlist are my fav ones.
I enjoyed this video so much😹 Kat is so me ahzjsha I'd love a video of fics and mangas recs🥺
I'm actually really curious what you think about Immortal Dark!
I am so much more interested in the Atlas Six now that I know the author writes fanfic lol
Long Live Evil! I'm interested to hear your thoughts on it
Staring at the 12 books I bought myself for my birthday this month. Oooops.
IT WAS YOUR BIRTHDAY THAT IS A VALID REASON TO TREAT YO SELF!!
I'm very interested in hearing your thoughts on Jujutsu Kaisen cause I have the box set of the first 4 volumes and I need to read them at some point
I can 100% confirm that ebooks don’t count financially 🤣🤣🤣
And please, let us know what manga titles you’re reading. Much love and appreciation, Kat! ❤
Oh my god your return to my algorithm makes me feel like im 14 again and have just discovered booktube for the first time. im 25 and just finished college. Who’s next, readbyzoe? :D
no but i would be thrilled if zoe returned XD
I'm gonna miss the "stuff your kindle day" alerts from tiktok
i somehow missed those on tiktok, but it's probably for the better because every time i saw a mention about it on twitter my tbr list would grow ridiculously XD
Missed you 😢😊
I would love a manga video!!