The Dark Side of BookTok: Overconsumption & Performative Reading

BookTok has reignited a love for reading but at what cost? In this video essay, we dive into the growing culture of overconsumption in the online book community. From massive book hauls and endless special editions to the pressure to keep up with viral reads, BookTok isn’t just about loving books anymore it’s about buying them. We’ll explore how influencer culture, publishing trends, and social media aesthetics have shaped modern reading habits and how it can lead to burnout, guilt, and unread shelves. Whether you're a casual reader or deep in BookTube, BookTok, or Bookstagram, this is a conversation we all need to have. 📚 Let’s talk about what it really means to love books and how we can reclaim joy in reading. #BookTok #Overconsumption #ReadingBurnout #BookTubeEssay #BookishCommunity #MindfulReading #BookBuyingBan keep in touch :) storygraph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile... goodreads:   / jazlyn   amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/itsjustja... email: [email protected] FAQ Age: 24 Camera: Canon G7X Mark ii Sub Count: 162 💙