Read this book twice in my mid 20's and planning on reading it again.

Faith Ringold. Mary Hoffman's Grace series. Nikki Grimes-Stepping out with Grandma Mac, children's poetry. I think I remember a Langston Hughes book of collected poetry for young folk.

Oh. I only just found this channel. I’ll be watching all the older vids & will go over to the realm of comics channel. Best. 🤍

I’m finding my space as a black author and publisher on both Tiktok and Youribr. I’ve seen quickly that we are fighting the algorithm! At this point both platforms can catch me outside. ALSO! This is why investing in marketing coaching is important. They have the keys. We can learn the keys and use them. But yes it costs. 😩😩

I love this discussion! It’s always difficult finding space in a world that doesn’t wish to see you. As a faithful believer, my ABBA is I’ll prepare the table I’m going to sit at and bring others to sit with me. For sure. I think variety is the spice of life. Having both longer and shorter content gives people the chance to know,like and trust you. Just my 2 cents on what I’ve seen so far.

I love this discussion! It’s always difficult finding space in a world that doesn’t wish to see you. As a faithful believer, my ABBA is I’ll prepare the table I’m going to sit at and bring others to sit with me. For sure. I think variety is the spice of life. Having both longer and shorter content gives people the chance to know,like and trust you. Just my 2 cents on what I’ve seen so far.

If you haven't caught on by now Communists and many resentful people of color like this poster and many commenters want to erase all white history and beloved western classics........it's just that simple folks..... White people are allowed their own culture/history/myths etc.... Sorry to break it to you but we don't need blacks or brown people to create wonderful glorious culture ...... Books about intersectionality and racism are being pushed constantly and stories can't exist to these people without grievance 24/7.......

How did you like She Who Became the Sun?

I really love going to the library every since I was like 3 years old. What I really appreciate is that it saves me a lot of money and I dare to pick up and read books I would never read otherwise! I go to my library almost every week, sometimes to only sit there and read. I'm chronically ill and because of that I can't work, so the library gets me out of my house which is lovely

thank you

for the chapters, for the birchbark house you accidentally put "little house on the prairie"

Thank you for all you’ve given us over the years!

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I've enjoyed your content consistently through the years <3 This is a new channel, but my original personal channel has been subbed for years. It hurt my heart to watch this video because I went through the same thing recently and I just cut out all the stuff that made me unhappy and focused on what does make me happy. It was so hard at first, but it was so worth it and I'm in a much better place for it! As sad as this video is, it's so obvious to see how much this is needed for you and I think you'll be so much happier <3

Truly an end if an era. I've always appreciated your content, and ive learned a lot about the library system and children's fiction from you. Thank you for all you've given to this space. And hope to see around the community in other ways. Much love to you and baby girl.

So sorry to see you go and you'll be missed though I'm so glad that you're doing what's right for you and your child. I've really enjoyed your videos and I wish you all the best in what brings you joy.

Much love Ashley! We will all be here if/when you return! ❤

Just finished "Be Real, Macy Weaver" and everything you said was spot on. But did the author ever mentioned why all the last names started with "W". Weaver, Walker, Wu... What was up with that? LMAO

Ashley, I will miss your channel, and consider you a quality booktuber. You were one of the reasons I took the plunge and decided to get my MLIS. Loved library school and love being a librarian. I think that quality booktube is dying. I have completely lost interest in the young-girl booktuber that is just a bait-and-switch for lifestyle blogs. I am much more judicious in my viewing and limit myself to older, more Britsh booktubers.

Goddamn! I'm going to miss you. I discovered some good ya and middle grade from your channel.

Welps you just helped save me like 10 hours from reading The Last Mrs Parrish lol.

❤❤❤ RealmofComics is a safe space for me too! See you over there😊.

Its 5 days later isn't that long enough???? I just knew it wasn't gonna come omg my heart. I'm sooo happy I got to share some of the most beautiful memories through books. Sending all the love your way darling!

I'm so sorry I'm seeing this late, you know me smh. But girl, I love you. I'm so proud of you. I've watched you grow this channel all these years, holding your head high above the politics and drama. Such a classy, intelligent woman. You were my fave from Day One, love. Someone sharing your heart and your knowledge with us all, the eternal giver. I've always wondered where you find the time, and meanwhile your incredible self was trying to find more time for us! Such a beautiful soul you are. People should look to this channel and aspire to be what you are. I mean it. You know I do & now you can pass the baton. Thank you for sharing so much of you with us. Thank you for including me in this family all those years ago, being a friend without comparison, and teaching me more than you could ever imagine. Enjoy life you beautiful woman, you deserve the world. Always here for you! Your next chapter begins now...turning the page.

Gonna miss seeing you on here, Ash!! Bye for now! 💜💜

It took me a few days to work up the courage to watch this cause im so sad! As a fellow librarian your work here has meant so much to me both professionally and personally. Im so happy you are doing whats best for you and your family tho ❤️ id love to see you go write reviews for our ride or die Kirkus or something equally fun! Goodbye for now and THANK YOU💕💕💕

Thank you for focusing on you <3 Love seeing your videos on my feed and will still be following on your other channel but glad you're taking the time you need!

Thank you so much for sharing your time with us for this long. Wishing you the best in your next endeavors!

Wishing you all the joy in your life. You deserve it! 💕

Thanks for everything Ashley ❤

I sporadically get on KZfaq but when I have, I’ve always enjoyed watching your videos. If this channel is no longer serving you creatively or bringing joy and only causes stress, it’s time this chapter closes so another one can start. I’m happy for you 💜

Love you and hope your life is filled with all the peace you deserve! Your content has been very much appreciated! ❤

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Thank you for your content, it was not the usual fare and it was educational. Good luck on all your future opportunities!

Ashley, you were a huge inspiration for me to come back to Booktube, and you continue to be an inspiration for others. Thank you so much for your content and your impact on the Booktube community. You always have to put yourself first, and I'm glad you are. Take care always, wishing you peace and happiness ❤

Faebound was a 5 star read for me!

People underestimate how much time editing takes the back end etc it’s a lot to juggle like you so eloquently explained and you have a family it’s a lot… 9-5 job as well. I hope you find time to prioritize your happiness more now and looking after yourself as well. I hear you about leaving while it’s still enjoyable and you have some love for it. 10 years is a long time… and you’ve definitely left an impact for sure I hear you mentioned on other ppls channels I’ve been slowly checking out more and more channels by black woman and you’re highly recommended. And I can see why ❤

Always with the best book taste!! ☺️

I'll really miss seeing you on my homepage! All the best for whatever you do next 💜

I'll miss you so much. You built such an amazing space for us.For readers. It's so fun hearing your thoughts. Burnout happens & it isn't sustainable. As a hobby it's fun. But if the joy isn't there then it's certainly time to go. Your mental health above all else. You've made an impact.

You have definitely given me a lot. You've given me the courage to start my channel with content that I wanted to have on it instead of the random 3 videos that I had back in 2013. I post unboxing videos, reading videos, and life videos, and that wouldn't have happened had I not come across your channel. And now I'm a self-published author. Thank you for that, and I wish you well.

This was so helpful, thank you so much! What did you get your undergraduate in? I'm not sure if I want to do archival or a community library, but I'm sure the undergraduate will be helpful depending on what I choose.

Yip. I've been a Librarian for 9 months. Not easy to get in the door. I'm from South Africa. I needed to go through a lengthy interviewing process. We have a chef librarian, two senior librarians, the librarians, assistant librarians, Library aids, part time assistant librarians, student interns

You were I think the first KZfaqr whose videos inspired me to consider a career in librarianship, and I have followed your content since. Your thoughtful reviews and discussions have been so meaningful. Best wishes for this next leg!

I rarely comment but I just wanted to say thank you for the years of dedication and such wonderful content. I wish you all the best and I’ll still be following on your other platforms! ✌🏾

Dang it...I'm always "a day late and a dollar short." As a newer subscriber, I'm sad you have to say goodbye, but you know what you need, so trust yourself. I have to be honest and say I haven't read a comic book since junior high school (and I KNOW there were no people in those who looked like me, which is probably why I stopped reading them)! But I'll hop over to your other channel and check it out. And I'll STILL watch videos on this channel (so I hope you're not going to take them down). Stay well, stay happy, and God bless.

I’ve subscribed to your other channel 😊❤

Ashlley, thank you for all of the amazing content over the years. Your recommendations and bookish thoughts are always so well-conceived. Thank you for sharing that with us for so long. I would always want what is best for you. Sad to see you go... But I understand. ❤❤❤

I’m definitely sad to see you go, but I’m all for taking care of yourself and recognizing when it’s time to move on from something that’s not serving you anymore.

I know your channel was one of the first I followed on KZfaq. I have always appreciated the recommendations and reviews. As the number of content creators has rapidly increased it has been nearly impossible to keep up with everyone’s content-even the content that I enjoy. So I am sorry if I played even a small part in your channel slowly dying. I will try to do better moving forward with other creators. Good luck moving forward. Thank you for all you have given to the community.