📚 Why Is BookTok Obsessed With the ‘Sad Girl’ Novel?

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TOKWATCH

BookTok’s infatuation with ‘sad girl’ novels is as complex as the books themselves

Readers toe the line between commiserating with and romanticizing mental illness.

By Kaiya Shunyata, Passionfruit Contributor


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TIPS & TRICKS

Nibaldo Calvo Buides of Spanish for Everyday shares how he capitalized on his viral moment

“Creators who manage to have viral videos should take advantage of that moment.”

By Grace Stanley, Passionfruit Reporter


TOOLS REVIEW

The 5 best cameras for vloggers

If you’re looking to up your content creation game, you’ll want to find a dedicated camera.

By Rachel Kiley, Passionfruit Contributor


TIKTOK MADE ME DO IT

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