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The Vlogger Diaries: Confessions of an Internet Sensation
If you can’t make friends, make followers! Olivia Warren is living the vlogging dream. With thousands of subscribers, a gorgeous boyfriend, and freebies coming through the door, it couldn’t be going better. But Olivia has a secret. The girl on the vlog isn’t her. How long can it last? Will Olivia be exposed as a fraud? And will Olivia’s cat ever stop sleeping and do something cute enough to go viral? Discover the hilarious story of one teenage girl’s journey from geeky nobody to online superstar . . . sort of.
- GenresYoung AdultMiddle Grade
224 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2016
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October 18, 2018
Leuk en makkelijk weglezend verhaal over een meisje wat geld wil verdienen voor een schoolreis naar New York. Vloggen lijkt haar wel iets, maar niet met haar eigen hoofd want ze vindt dat er zelf niet uitzien. Ze schrijft het script en iemand van school wil wel voor de camera. Dat wordt een groot succes, maar hoelang houd je iets vol wat niet echt is en hoe los je het dan op?
Boek is niet voor mijn doelgroep, maar ik moet zeggen dat ik het boek erg vermakelijk vond om te lezen, dus voor de werkelijke doelgroep is het zeker leuk!
Boek is niet voor mijn doelgroep, maar ik moet zeggen dat ik het boek erg vermakelijk vond om te lezen, dus voor de werkelijke doelgroep is het zeker leuk!
March 30, 2017
Super lekker snel boek, in een middagje uit. Grappig, herkenbaar en de plaatjes zijn tof!
December 3, 2017
If you can’t make friends, make followers! Olivia Warren is living the vlogging dream. With thousands of subscribers, a gorgeous boyfriend, and freebies coming through the door, it couldn’t be going better. But Olivia has a secret. The girl on the vlog isn’t her. How long can it last? Will Olivia be exposed as a fraud? And will Olivia’s cat ever stop sleeping and do something cute enough to go viral? Discover the hilarious story of one teenage girl’s journey from geeky nobody to online superstar . . . sort of.
This was a fun, fast read, perfect for tweens who are addicted to YouTube videos. Olivia's age is never mentioned in the book, but she feels about thirteen. She's recently changed schools and wants more than anything to find a new group of friends. With the end-of-year class trip to New York (the book is set in England) looming and her parents unable to afford to send her, Olivia's sure she can raise enough money through creating a vibrant and viral vlogger personality. The only problem is that when she tries to record her own video, she's a little less than impressed at the result. So she enlists the popular wannabe actress in her class to play Destiny, the perfect "vlogger" Olivia's created. With Olivia writing the scripts and Emma bringing the onscreen talent, Destiny rises to vlogging stardom faster than Olivia expected. But when a boy in their class figures out what they're up to and fans start recognizing Emma as Destiny, Olivia worries they won't be able to keep up the charade long enough to raise enough money for Olivia to go to New York.
The Vlogger Diaries was a lighthearted look at what it takes to be true to yourself. I especially loved the diary format and the humor. Recommended for kids who love YouTube, might be dealing with some friendship drama, or who just want a fun and entertaining read.
This was a fun, fast read, perfect for tweens who are addicted to YouTube videos. Olivia's age is never mentioned in the book, but she feels about thirteen. She's recently changed schools and wants more than anything to find a new group of friends. With the end-of-year class trip to New York (the book is set in England) looming and her parents unable to afford to send her, Olivia's sure she can raise enough money through creating a vibrant and viral vlogger personality. The only problem is that when she tries to record her own video, she's a little less than impressed at the result. So she enlists the popular wannabe actress in her class to play Destiny, the perfect "vlogger" Olivia's created. With Olivia writing the scripts and Emma bringing the onscreen talent, Destiny rises to vlogging stardom faster than Olivia expected. But when a boy in their class figures out what they're up to and fans start recognizing Emma as Destiny, Olivia worries they won't be able to keep up the charade long enough to raise enough money for Olivia to go to New York.
The Vlogger Diaries was a lighthearted look at what it takes to be true to yourself. I especially loved the diary format and the humor. Recommended for kids who love YouTube, might be dealing with some friendship drama, or who just want a fun and entertaining read.
May 6, 2024
Kinda sucks!
September 27, 2017
Okay, I am a sucker for anything with the words "journal" or "diary" in the title. In fact, this is how I discovered Bridget Jones' Diary.
The Vlogger Diaries is aimed at a middle grade audience, which, at first was a bit disappointing, as I was expecting NOT that. My fault for not reading the blurb of the book.
Nonetheless, once I started reading this book, I actually enjoyed it. Granted, it was a very fast read, but the word that comes to mind to describe it is "cute".
Our main character Olivia is trying to fit in at her new school and decides a vlog is the way to go. Except she doesn't want to be the face of the vlog so she enlists the help of her school friends (sort of) Emma and Gale.
What follows are diary entries from Olivia representing the vlog episodes, comments, along with some of Olivia's own thoughts and day to day issues. Actually, this book is interesting because there are a few messages behind the story. 1) beware of social media, it can bite you in the derriere at any time. 2) making friends can be done in the strangest ways. 3) lying to people, even those you don't know, can be destructive. 4) Turn the other cheek.
I like the writing and there is nothing remotely shocking in this book. As I mentioned, perfect for middle grade.
The Vlogger Diaries is aimed at a middle grade audience, which, at first was a bit disappointing, as I was expecting NOT that. My fault for not reading the blurb of the book.
Nonetheless, once I started reading this book, I actually enjoyed it. Granted, it was a very fast read, but the word that comes to mind to describe it is "cute".
Our main character Olivia is trying to fit in at her new school and decides a vlog is the way to go. Except she doesn't want to be the face of the vlog so she enlists the help of her school friends (sort of) Emma and Gale.
What follows are diary entries from Olivia representing the vlog episodes, comments, along with some of Olivia's own thoughts and day to day issues. Actually, this book is interesting because there are a few messages behind the story. 1) beware of social media, it can bite you in the derriere at any time. 2) making friends can be done in the strangest ways. 3) lying to people, even those you don't know, can be destructive. 4) Turn the other cheek.
I like the writing and there is nothing remotely shocking in this book. As I mentioned, perfect for middle grade.
November 18, 2018
Emma the new girl gets taken in by Olivia paying her to be the face of her YouTube channel as Olivia needs to make money to afford the school New York trip.
Between the girls they want the Destiny channel to be a success while Emma hopes Olivia will be so grateful she'll allow her to join her group at school called the Swans a popular friendship group everyone envies.
It was a fun read as she faces being outed by a boy at her school and humiliated in front of an audience. It was full of drama and friendship faux pas. All about learning to be confident and happily you had never been more important or needed in Olivia's case!
Between the girls they want the Destiny channel to be a success while Emma hopes Olivia will be so grateful she'll allow her to join her group at school called the Swans a popular friendship group everyone envies.
It was a fun read as she faces being outed by a boy at her school and humiliated in front of an audience. It was full of drama and friendship faux pas. All about learning to be confident and happily you had never been more important or needed in Olivia's case!
August 27, 2018
Not a bad book, definitely aimed towards tweens or early teenagers. I felt like it wasn't very intriguing as it had nothing special to keep the reader hooked.Some parts of the book were not realistic; for instance, the rapid gain of subscribers the main character was gaining in such a short amount of time, but this is to be expected as it's a fictional book about an 'internet sensation'. However, this book was very creative and original; a very good read and relatable to the 21st century. It's a quick and easy read and I would recommend it to any tween/teen getting into reading.
September 4, 2025
Een boek met een mooie boodschap over iemand die zichzelf een beetje verliest om zoveel mogelijk volgers te krijgen op haar YouTube-kanaal door een fictief persoon te bedenken. Natuurlijk gaat dat echt super goed (kuch kuch). Aan het einde blijkt het juist succesvoller te zijn om 'gewoon' jezelf te zijn. Zowel online als in het dagelijks leven.
Een mooi boek over ''neppe' personages en de geloofwaardigheid van de dingen die je online tegenkomt.
Een mooi boek over ''neppe' personages en de geloofwaardigheid van de dingen die je online tegenkomt.
May 17, 2018
This book will be of high interest to intermediate elementary and middle schoolers who are preparing to enter social media. Readers learn that gaining internet notoriety has its downfalls, especially if it happens under false pretenses. Destiny is a likable character and the book is written in journal format.
December 29, 2020
The design of the story is cute. Its like a little doodle over some pages. That is a plus point.
Overall, it was fine. Teen will always be teens. The story was quite accurate at some point..the millennials. Being a celebrity is not easy. I know some youtubers always stress themselves out due to brain storming over what content they should record and upload and whether or not viewers likes it or not. Truth be told in this book.
Overall, it was fine. Teen will always be teens. The story was quite accurate at some point..the millennials. Being a celebrity is not easy. I know some youtubers always stress themselves out due to brain storming over what content they should record and upload and whether or not viewers likes it or not. Truth be told in this book.
June 2, 2025
Humoorikas ja õpetlik lugu Oliviast, kes on andekas tekstikirjutaja vlogile, kuid ei soovi ise selles esineda, mistõttu paneb oma sõnad teise tüdruku suhu. Nagu arvata, tuleb selline "petmine" üks hetk välja, aga Olivia õpib sellest ning suudab ennast ja teisi veel üllatada. Raamat on tore ning ei sisalda/ei keskendu liiga palju õelusele, mis sellistes raamatutes tihti esineb.
October 22, 2022
Amazing book
This book really reflected on the idea of false identities online and it made me feel like I really am not the most awkward tween on earth.perfect for tweens. even though it was a bit simple,the author really made this a great book.not too complicated not too simple.
This book really reflected on the idea of false identities online and it made me feel like I really am not the most awkward tween on earth.perfect for tweens. even though it was a bit simple,the author really made this a great book.not too complicated not too simple.
October 12, 2025
Makkelijk te lezen boek voor de bovenbouw, sluit helemaal aan bij deze tijd. De leerlingen konden zich goed inleven in de hoofdpersoon. Het meisje waar het boek over gaat is een vlog begonnen en om de verschillende reacties daarop hebben we heerlijk kunnen lachen.
October 16, 2025
Gelezen met de klas. Ik had niet al te hoge verwachtingen vanwege het thema, maar ben positief verrast. Het boek heeft humor en een duidelijke moreel vraagstuk: Hoe 'echt' gedraag je je op het internet? Leuk om met de klas te lezen.
October 26, 2017
Fun to read children's book about running a vlog. Nice illustrations as well. Reminded me of the Molly Moon books and the Princess Diaries, though this story is much shorter and not as deep.
May 31, 2017
+ de schrijver heeft de vlogwereld goed door
+ het is grappig
- iets te wensvervullend
Conclusie: lekker lezen dit boek
+ het is grappig
- iets te wensvervullend
Conclusie: lekker lezen dit boek
February 28, 2018
Definitely for younger readers, but still fun for a quick read.
May 27, 2018
Great book!
July 25, 2018
This was such a fun read. It was so genuine and I really liked the idea behind it. I laughed a lot while reading and I had fun. It was great!
November 11, 2018
Finished November 8th 2018
April 9, 2020
Should probably be 3, or 3.5 stars, but it was just so cute. Plus, it was exactly what I needed after People Like Us.
September 22, 2020
The fastest read I've ever done.
November 9, 2021
Amoooo!Simplesmente maravilhoso não da para descrever a perfeição!Se gostas de geeks e de vlogs e de diarios este livro é para ti lê-o pôr amor de deus !!
Chau readers e boa leitura!!
Chau readers e boa leitura!!
January 3, 2022
Hea raamat, lugu on sujuv ja kiire! Ma lugesin selle kahe päevaga läbi.
January 4, 2022
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Eu gostei que todo o livro você aprende que se vc não falar a verdade pode dar tudo errado, também gostei que mesmo se tiver Hatters vc tem que olhar para frente e ignorar.
Eu gostei que todo o livro você aprende que se vc não falar a verdade pode dar tudo errado, também gostei que mesmo se tiver Hatters vc tem que olhar para frente e ignorar.
December 25, 2022
Mijn dochter moet dit lezen in groep 7, we komen er niet doorheen, wat is dit slecht zeg
September 19, 2023
Nog niet heel erg vol met rijke taal. Wel een goeds instap zo voor blink lezen. Het moraal van het verhaal is zeer sterk.
February 20, 2024
Slatko,zabavno.
May 25, 2024
Het was grappig en spanned.
September 14, 2024
Eenvoudig boek met humor en een mooie boodschap.
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