I just wanted to take a moment to let you all know that I've decided to remove the Spoiler Room from my reviews. This is something that I have thought about doing on many occasions in the past. While I like the opportunity the Spoiler Room provides for us to discuss the book, I don't feel that it is providing as much value to my viewers as I had hoped. I also worry that the long video times are preventing new viewers from watching the review. I know, as a youtuber, that I often check the video time before I hit play-- if it's too long, I'll probably move on. On the other hand, I'm pretty quick to watch videos that run under a few minutes.
So, in the hopes of shortening my video length, increasing my viewership, and in addition decreasing my workload, I will be removing the Spoiler Room. I tested this option on my last review, Under The Never Sky, and watched for any reactions. No one, not a one,
mentioned the missing spoiler section. The video passed my previous review, Shatter Me, by about 10 views and seven comments. This could be related to the change in format or just a fluke. It's impossible to say.
mentioned the missing spoiler section. The video passed my previous review, Shatter Me, by about 10 views and seven comments. This could be related to the change in format or just a fluke. It's impossible to say.
However, since my views and comments didn't decrease and no one complained, I can only assume that this is the right choice for me. I'm not going to say that I'll never use the Spoiler Room. I might if the mood or book stirs me to do so, but it will no longer be a regular feature in my reviews.
I just wanted to give everyone that little update. Please feel free to comment with your thoughts on the matter. Thanks for stopping by and I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season. 