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John Michael Green is an American author and YouTube content creator. He won the 2006 Printz Award for his debut novel, Looking for Alaska, and his fourth solo novel, The Fault in Our Stars, debuted at number one on The New York Times Best Seller list in January 2012.
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Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
A novel
Gabrielle Zevin - 2022-07-05
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Follow the creative journey of two childhood friends turned video game design partners as they navigate the highs and lows of fame, fortune and heartbreak. From their first blockbuster hit to thirty years of success and betrayal, this novel explores the complexities of identity, disability, and the redemptive power of play. Ultimately, it's a love story unlike any other, filled with heartfelt twists and turns that will leave you captivated until the very end.
John Green
2022-07-28T14:46:51.000Z
@Connellybooks I love that book so so so much.      source
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Upstream
Selected Essays
Mary Oliver - 2016-10-11
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"Upstream" is a beautiful collection of essays by renowned poet Mary Oliver, highlighting her passion for nature and writing. Oliver shares her personal discoveries, curiosity, and love for the world around us, finding solace in the woods and joy in the beating of wings. This radiant collection reaffirms her as a prolific observer and encourages readers to find wonder and awe in life's smallest corners.
John Green
2022-06-29T19:19:36.000Z
@DaveMarshall12 I have so many essayists I love. To name a few books: Eula Biss's On Immunity; Rebecca Solnit's Field Guide to Getting Lost, Aleksander Hemon's Book of My Lives, Roxane Gay's Bad Feminist, Mary Oliver's Upstream, and Thomas Berry's The Great Work.      source
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Bad Feminist
Essays
Roxane Gay - 2014-08-05
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Discover a witty and insightful collection of essays that explore the journey of a woman of color navigating modern culture. Delving into the state of feminism today, this book offers a sharp commentary on how the media we consume shapes our identity. With humor and honesty, the author inspires readers to do better and be better.
John Green
2022-06-29T19:19:36.000Z
@DaveMarshall12 I have so many essayists I love. To name a few books: Eula Biss's On Immunity; Rebecca Solnit's Field Guide to Getting Lost, Aleksander Hemon's Book of My Lives, Roxane Gay's Bad Feminist, Mary Oliver's Upstream, and Thomas Berry's The Great Work.      source
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Emma Watson
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The Book of My Lives
Aleksandar Hemon - 2013-03-19
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The Book of My Lives by Aleksandar Hemon is an unconventional memoir about the author's life in Sarajevo and Chicago. It's a heart-wrenching love letter to family, cities, and soccer, written with fierce intelligence and sharp insight. Whether you're a fan of Hemon's fiction or a new reader, this book will leave you with a new perspective on the world. A must-read for anyone who loves powerful memoirs.
John Green
2022-06-29T19:19:36.000Z
@DaveMarshall12 I have so many essayists I love. To name a few books: Eula Biss's On Immunity; Rebecca Solnit's Field Guide to Getting Lost, Aleksander Hemon's Book of My Lives, Roxane Gay's Bad Feminist, Mary Oliver's Upstream, and Thomas Berry's The Great Work.      source
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A Field Guide to Getting Lost
Rebecca Solnit - 2006-06-27 (first published in 2005)
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"Explore the transformative power of wandering and getting lost in this captivating book that draws on emblematic moments in the author's own life. With her inventive and daring mind, the author connects walking, space, time, and the unknown in a stimulating, poignant journey of self-discovery. A must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and a new perspective on life."
John Green
2022-06-29T19:19:36.000Z
@DaveMarshall12 I have so many essayists I love. To name a few books: Eula Biss's On Immunity; Rebecca Solnit's Field Guide to Getting Lost, Aleksander Hemon's Book of My Lives, Roxane Gay's Bad Feminist, Mary Oliver's Upstream, and Thomas Berry's The Great Work.      source
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Bridge of Clay
Markus Zusak - 2018-10-09
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A powerful family saga following the Dunbar brothers as they navigate their own rules in a world without their father. Clay builds a bridge to bring his family together and uncover the truth behind their father's disappearance. With stunning language and profound storytelling, this is a tear-jerking must-read.
John Green
2018-11-26T01:47:19.000Z
Secondly, Markus Zusak's extraordinary novel Bridge of Clay, which I suspect I'll reread many times. It's a sprawling, challenging, and endlessly rewarding book. But it also has the raw and real and unironized emotion that courses through all of Zusak's books. I'm in awe of him.      source
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Dana Perino
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Black Wings Beating
Alex London - 2018-09-25
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Join the thrilling adventures of Brysen and Kylee, twin siblings in a world where birds of prey are revered and the art of falconry is honored. When a war threatens their village, the twins must embark on a dangerous mission to capture the Ghost Eagle, the most powerful bird in Uztar. But as they journey through treacherous mountains, they soon realize that they are not the only ones seeking this magnificent bird. Will they be able to outsmart their enemies and achieve their goals? Find out in this epic tale of love, glory, and power.
John Green
2018-11-26T01:43:58.000Z
I've read two big books over Thanksgiving, both of which I am pleased to recommend. First, @ca_london's Black Wings Beating, which is an epic fantasy about falconry with a queer protagonist, and also a world so richly imagined that you truly feel like you live within it. So good.      source
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Impostors
Scott Westerfeld - 2018-09-11
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Impostors follows the story of Frey and Rafi, twin sisters and two edges of the same knife. While Rafi was raised to be the perfect daughter, Frey was taught to kill and protect her sister, even if it means sacrificing herself. When their powerful father sends Frey in Rafi's place for a precarious deal, she becomes the perfect impostor, but Col, a rival leader's son, is getting too close to uncovering the truth. As the deal crumbles, Frey must decide if she can trust Col with the truth and risk becoming her own person. Discover this masterful tale of twists, turns, rebellion, and intrigue in a dangerous world where any misstep can be Frey's last.
John Green
2018-09-12T20:16:10.000Z
In semi-related news, I thought Scott Westerfeld's new book from the Uglies universe, IMPOSTERS, was fascinating and incisive--as his books always are. Plus, it's unputdownable.      source
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I Am Still Alive
Kate Alice Marshall - 2018-07-24
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Survival, revenge, and the fierceness of the human spirit are at the heart of this captivating novel. After a tragedy leaves her alone in the wilderness, Jess must use all her skills to survive. With only her father's loyal dog by her side, Jess battles the elements and her own fears. But she is determined to stay alive and seek revenge for her father's death. A thrilling read that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
John Green
2018-08-15T12:46:00.000Z
Stayed up WAY too late last night because I could not put down the brilliant survival story I AM STILL ALIVE by @kmarshallarts. Oh my God. What a book.      source
Somebody's Daughter by Ashley C. Ford
On Immunity by Eula Biss
The Man Who Couldn't Stop by David Adam
The Great Work by Thomas Berry