Behind the Booktube Tag

At long last, the overdue video as request tagged by Jolene ‪@BookwormAdventureGirl‬ many months ago. (Thank you for being so patient, Jolene).
A meditation on what it's like to be a booktuber, recommendations for new booktubers, what's surprising on the other side of the screen.
Answers to the questions:
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1. What has surprised you the most about Booktube both in a good way and in a bad way?
2. How do you balance reading and Booktube with the rest of your life?
3. Have you ever thought about starting a Patreon?
4. Have you made any mistakes on Booktube?
5. Do you have any advice for new Booktubers?
6. What are your thoughts on the CZcams algorithm?
7a. How do you decide what videos to make?
7b. Are you ever overwhelmed with video ideas?
8. Have you regretted posting a video?
9a. Are the number of views/subscribers meaningful to you?
9b. Are the number of views/subscribers a measurement of success?
10. Are you disappointed by the growth on your channel?
11. Have you ever thought about quitting Booktube?
12a. What are the most touching comments?
12b. What are the most negative comments?
13. In regards to Booktube, where do you see yourself in five years?