ICYMI The Summer That Broke BookTok
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Aug 27, 2025 Recent BookTok conventions have sparked chaos and controversy. One event earned the infamous title of the "Fyre Fest" of BookTok, while another faced serious allegations of misconduct. The discussions reveal the tensions between bringing a fandom together and the pitfalls that emerge. They ponder if social media plays a role in these challenges. With humor and honesty, the hosts highlight the emotional toll these poorly organized gatherings have taken on authors and fans alike.
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Bad Websites Predict Bad Events
- Archer Management's thin online presence and amateur marketing signaled weak event infrastructure and planning.
- Candice Lim argues that poor organizer capacity often explains why fan conventions collapse.
Lavender Ball: Sparse Room, Public Apology
- The Lavender Romance Ball was sparsely attended with poor decor and a gym-like space, leaving attendees embarrassed and authors confronting organizers.
- Organizer Grace Willows posted apologies and offered refunds while a recovery website listed affected authors.
Assault And AirTag Tracking At Dark Romance Ball
- At Sinners and Stardust, an attendee allegedly assaulted a roaming performer and later tracked an author with an AirTag to his hotel.
- The victim described blacking out and being unable to identify his attacker, exposing severe safety failures.
