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Alex Kennington | Author

@alexkenningtonwrites · US · EN

Alex Kennington (@alexkenningtonwrites), a US-based author, makes short romantasy book recommendations and occasional publishing vlogs. The channel has about 2,150 subscribers and a median of 949 views per video, with 6 to 7 uploads a quarter. Rates are estimated at $150 to $250 per Shorts video.

Why brands book Alex

Romantasy readers who buy books after Shorts recommendations

  • Median of 949 views per video across 61 uploads, with a 6.6% engagement rate.
  • Shorts make up 76% of uploads, so budget-friendly short-form placements are available.
  • Estimated rate of $150 to $250 per Shorts video, versus $10 to $30 CPM for typical paid ads.
Best forbook launchesromance and fantasy publishersbook-related subscription services
Watch forSmall audience; reach per video is modest and the creator's own book promotions dominate recent uploads.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Books and Literature70%
Careers20%
Lifestyle10%
Formats
YouTube Shorts book recommendations, author vlogs, writing tips videos
Tone
enthusiastic, personal
Language
English
On camera
No, voiceover and b-roll
Production
Phone, natural light
Typical length
under 15 seconds for Shorts, 8 to 25 minutes for long-form

Audience

Commercial intent25/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment80/100
Positive share of 2150 comments
Engagement6.6%
Likes and comments per view on recent videos
Audience asks aboutWhich romantasy books to read nextHow to get a book traditionally publishedHow to find time to write while working full time
Age
35%18-24
40%25-34
15%35-44
10%45+
Gender
80%women
20%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States60%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom15%
🇨🇦 Canada10%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 50 videos were sponsored
None seenno sponsored videos in the last 50
Brands seen
None yet
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
No

No sponsorship disclosures found in the last 50 videos. The channel's own book promotion (Drown the Bones, out 11/3) is not a paid sponsorship.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultmedium
Drugslow
Violencelow
Politicslow

Romantasy titles and descriptions cover spicy and adult romance themes, such as 'Romantasy readers should NOT read this book', so the content is not suitable for young audiences.

We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.

Platforms

PlatformFollowersMedian viewsUploads, 90d
YouTube2.1k9496

Benchmark score: 56 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Engagement Median views relative to followers50 / 50
Activity Uploads in the last 90 days6 / 30
Reach Followers on the main platform0 / 20

Recent videos

Last three uploads, latest 2 days ago.

I write romantasy books & share my publishing journey ✍️📚 MY BOOKS: Blood Beneath the Snow (out now) Gods Beneath the Ice (out now) Drown the Bones (coming Nov. 3, 2026 from Berkley XO) Literary agent: Bethany Hendrix at Spencerhill Literary. Business inquiries: alexkennington28@gmail.com
Alex Kennington | Author's own profile description on YouTube

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About Alex Kennington | Author

Alex Kennington (@alexkenningtonwrites) is a US-based author who posts romantasy book recommendations on YouTube Shorts and documents the publishing journey in longer videos. The channel has about 2,150 subscribers and 61 uploads, with a median of 949 views per video. The creator's website and profile name a traditional publisher debut, and the upcoming novel Drown the Bones is listed for release on November 3, 2026.

Most uploads are short, under 15 seconds, and focus on enemies-to-lovers and spicy fantasy romance titles. Longer videos cover writing tips, worldbuilding, and balancing author life with a full-time job. Viewers are estimated to be mostly young adult and adult women who read romance and fantasy, with an estimated US-centred audience. Audience figures are estimates based on the channel's topic and language.

Brand deals are likely to suit publishers, book subscription services, and romance-adjacent consumer brands. Estimated rates are $150 to $250 per Shorts video, a CPM of about $20 to $35 per 1,000 views, compared with $10 to $30 for typical paid ads.

Written from Alex Kennington | Author's public YouTube profile, platform data and web mentions. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Alex Kennington | Author can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Alex

How much does Alex Kennington charge for a sponsored video?

Alex Kennington's estimated rate is $150 to $250 per sponsored Shorts video, based on a median of 949 views and a Shorts-heavy upload mix. Rates are estimates derived from channel metrics, not a published price list.

What does Alex Kennington post about on YouTube?

Alex Kennington posts romantasy book recommendations, mostly as YouTube Shorts, along with author vlogs and writing tips. Longer videos cover the publishing process, worldbuilding, and balancing writing with a full-time job.

How do I contact Alex Kennington for a brand deal?

The creator lists business inquiries by email on the channel. Contact details unlock on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted creators can be booked through Starbooked.