How I Built My Minitruck Bookmobile

Talk about dreams coming true!

If you want to follow along on the bookmobile journey, go here:

☞ My name is Ariel and I’m a Canadian writer and YouTuber. I'm currently making videos sharing the renovations of my 1850s Gothic Revival house. I own five pairs of overalls, organize my bookshelves by genre and then by colour, and my favourite book is Animal Farm. I also co-host a podcast, Books Unbound, where I share my love of reading every week. Thanks for visiting!

☞ Thanks for watching! ☜

[graciemikko]

I think someone was cutting onions when it was revealed your mom made book bags with books for the chickens. What an absolute thoughtful gesture. You seem to have an amazing set of parents, and a beautiful relationship with them. Wonderful job on the bookmobile

[withywoods]

I don't mean to sound ridiculous, but how close-knit, encouraging and supportive your entire family is with one another is sort of... healing to see, for those of us who have not experienced this.

[edamamebeanqueen]

I teared up a little when your dad said “Ariel, you nailed it!” Love how excited he is for you 🥹

[bookishcreature]

So no one is going to mention Ariel’s dad incredible mustache??!

[Nejlabama]

I have never left a comment under a Youtube video my LIFE but I simply must tell you that this made me cry TWICE. Your dad’s reaction to the decal reveal was so lovely. And then your mother’s chickens complete with BOOK BAGS?! How can one family be so darn cute? I discovered your channel during lockdown and always look forward to your videos but this one was too much. I want to adopt your entire family. Best of luck with the truck, it’s incredible ❤

[Zezza]

Got all teary eyed in the end, seeing the beautiful truck with all the books and all the people. The Internet is wild! Here I am, incredibly proud of this person on the other side of the globe!

[nuttynancy]

Been waiting for the build/decor vid! Not to make it awkward but as someone who lost their Dad as a teenager it’s healing to see your Dad helping you out. My Dad was a handyman and mechanic so he was always fixing something.

[SRenaudPhoto]

Your dad just healed my inner child. What an incredible supportive dad!! Great progress team!!!!

[miti]

Your dad is so lovely! He’s so enthusiastic while doing the projects with you. Wish we all had the same ❤️🥲

[jefwalte]

May all girls be blessed with someone in their life like Ariel’s dad

[easilystartled]

The head-shake post license plate attachment followed by "That's not coming off!" is some quality dad content right there. ; . ;

[FishClimbTrees]

I think a little awning would be darling and protect you and the books from the sun and tiny weather events. Yall are adorable!

[pattimessenger]

I love how your whole family pulled up stakes and moved thousands of miles with you. And I love that you’re all still working closely together. If you need help, at least one of them is there to help, and I’m sure you help them too! Cherish these times!

[hawaldk]

Laying on my couch with menstrual pain and having a hormonal cry about your dad being so excited to help and those chickens! Then your “It’s so fun in here!” at 22:13 and you’re just inside the tarped over truck! Absolutely delightful, every one of you Bissets!

[jennyobrien]

I was so bummed to hear about the truck’s recent problems on the pod! Going to enjoy this content now and send lots of good vibes to your mechanic when he gets back from vacation 😉

[StrangerReads]

your mom saying that if people don’t like the chickens, they’ll serve as decorations as if they’re not the most incredible thing I’ve ever I would buy one in an instant if I could. Absolutely LOVE the book truck and it’s incredible to see how much love and dedication you’ve put into it! <3

[saraheaster]

Your parents are literally the cutest and so talented! No wonder you’re so cool, you take right after them 😄 congrats on your all your successes Ariel and fam ✨

[jenmuller]

Bookmobile librarian here and this totally made my day! My favorite part was seeing you interacting with folks and making recommendations! It’s truly my favorite part of my mobile gig 😊

[kaylakinney]

Your dad is just the best. The projects you've done with him will be such sweet memories for you!

[iamkellyah]

Your dad's joy when he steps back and admires the logo is so sweet