Copyright Date:
2021
Edition Date:
2021
Release Date:
04/06/21
Pages:
161 pages
ISBN:
1-7282-3600-2
ISBN 13:
978-1-7282-3600-1
Dewey:
Fic
LCCN:
2020053487
Dimensions:
19 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
School Library Journal
(Thu Apr 01 00:00:00 CDT 2021)
Gr 5 Up-Written by 15-year-old white YouTube influencer Mia Fizz, this is a narratived based on her real experiences. Mia wants to shake up her vlog's content by letting fans "take over" her social media by voting for her participation in experiences that are outside of her comfort zone. With that situation making her anxious, Mia also struggles with a new crush and finding a last-minute birthday present for her sister, Sienna. While the message of gaining confidence through new experiences is a valuable one, (and Mia has a built-in audience of fans for this already), the book revolves around social media so heavily that it becomes limiting. Ultimately, the characters aren't strongly developed or diverse enough to really resonate with kids who aren't into influencer culture, and Mia's charmed life lacks universal appeal. VERDICT With its specific content and simple writing style, this title will mostly be popular with the vlogger's many fans, and younger middle graders looking for insight into becoming YouTube stars themselves. Rachel Rosenberg, North Vancouver Dist. Lib., Vancouver, BC
Based on the life of IRL YouTube sensation Mia Fizz, FAN TAKEOVER is the first in a new series that takes you behind the camera and into the world of a social media star! Famous YouTuber Mia Fizz has two problems: one, she needs to shake up the content on her channel. Two, her little sister Sienna's birthday is just days away, and she hasn't found the perfect present for a viral birthday reveal. In need of inspo, Mia turns to her beloved fans. It's time for a fan takeover! Each day Mia will have to do one thing her fans choose. Things get complicated when Mia's followers challenge her to try something that's way outside her comfort zone--and she meets a cute guy in the process. Her fans pose a scary idea: what if Mia talks to him? Embarrassing moments, hilarious vids, and fan encounters ensue ... but will any of these wild challenges help Mia figure out what to get Sienna for her birthday?