The Writer's Library: The Authors You Love On The Books That Changed Their Lives

Description: The Writer's Library by Nancy Pearl, Jeff Schwager "Moving, joyful, and insightful collection of conversations with todays living literary legends about the books that changed their lives, made them think, and brought them joy, from Americans Librarian Nancy Pearl and noted playwright Jeff Schwager"--]cProvided by publisher. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description NEW & NOTEWORTHY ~ THE NEW YORK TIMES With a Foreword by Susan Orlean, twenty-three of todays living literary legends, including Donna Tartt, Viet Thanh Nguyen, Andrew Sean Greer, Laila Lalami, and Michael Chabon, reveal the books that made them think, brought them joy, and changed their lives in this intimate, moving, and insightful collection from "Americans Librarian" and recipient of the National Book Foundations Literarian Award for Outstanding Service Nancy Pearl and noted playwright Jeff Schwager that celebrates the power of literature and reading to connect us all.Before Jennifer Egan, Louise Erdrich, Luis Alberto Urrea, and Jonathan Lethem became revered authors, they were readers. In this ebullient book, Americas favorite librarian Nancy Pearl and noted-playwright Jeff Schwager interview a diverse range of Americas most notable and influential writers about the books that shaped them and inspired them to leave their own literary mark. Illustrated with beautiful line drawings, The Writers Library is a revelatory exploration of the studies, libraries, and bookstores of todays favorite authors—the creative artists whose imagination and sublime talent make Americas literary scene the wonderful, dynamic world it is. A love letter to books and a celebration of wordsmiths, The Writers Library is a treasure for anyone who has been moved by the written word. The authors in The Writers Library are:Russell BanksTC BoyleMichael ChabonSusan ChoiJennifer EganDave EggersLouise ErdrichRichard FordLaurie FrankelAndrew Sean GreerJane HirshfieldSiri HustvedtCharles JohnsonLaila LalamiJonathan LethemDonna TarttMadeline MillerViet Thanh NguyenLuis Alberto UrreaVendela VidaAyelet WaldmanMaaza MengisteAmor Towles Author Biography Bestselling author, librarian, literary critic, and devoted reader Nancy Pearl regularly speaks about the importance and pleasure of reading at libraries, literacy organizations, and community groups around the world. She can be heard on NPRs Morning Edition and KWGS-FM in Tulsa, Oklahoma, discussing her favorite books. Her monthly television show on the Seattle Channel, Book Lust with Nancy Pearl, features interviews with authors, poets, and other literary figures. Among her many honors are the 2011 Librarian of the Year Award from Library Journal and the 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association. Nancy is the creator of the internationally recognized program If All of Seattle Read the Same Book, and was the inspiration for the Archee McPhee "Librarian Action Figure."Jeff Schwager is a Seattle-based writer, editor, producer, and playwright who has also had a successful career as an entertainment and media executive. He has written extensively on books, movies, music, and theater, and has interviewed many of the most esteemed artists in each of those mediums. In 2013, Book-It Repertory Theatre produced his acclaimed adaptation of Denis Johnsons Jesus Son. The following year, the companys five-hour stage version of his dramatization of Michael Chabons The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay won Theatre Puget Sounds prestigious Gregory Award for Outstanding Production of 2014. Review "A spirited collection offering intimate insights into the writing life." -- Kirkus Reviews"Pearl and Schwager bring boundless enthusiasm and curiosity to this eclectic and probing book of interviews. The 22 authors represented are a varied and never boring cohort.... Readers of this delightful compendium will relish the chance to find many of those shared loves, as well as discover new ones." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)"The nearly two dozen literary conversations gathered here are at once substantial and effervescent--magnetic qualities attributable to the focus on what writers read and the expertise and passion of the two interlocutors, renowned librarian and book champion Pearl and playwright, producer, and journalist Schwager....Complete with lists of titles from each writers inner library, this is a zestfully elucidating and inspiring portal onto the lives and thoughts of truly exceptional writers." -- Donna Seaman, Booklist (starred review)"The Writers Library offers a cornucopia of pleasures with respected writers giving fans an insiders look at their libraries and reading habits. This is a treat that no bibliophile will want to miss." -- Shelf Awareness"The Writers Library is a great concept that is wonderfully executed. It would make a great holiday gift for the literati in your life." -- Bookreporter.com"The Writers Library offers a cornucopia of pleasures with respected writers giving fans an insiders look at their libraries and reading habits. This is a treat that no bibliophile will want to miss." -- Shelf Awareness Review Quote "The Writers Library offers a cornucopia of pleasures with respected writers giving fans an insiders look at their libraries and reading habits. This is a treat that no bibliophile will want to miss." Details ISBN0063028832 Author Jeff Schwager Short Title The Writers Library Language English Year 2020 ISBN-10 0063028832 ISBN-13 9780063028838 Format Paperback Pages 528 Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2020-09-08 UK Release Date 2020-09-08 Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified Place of Publication New York, NY Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Publication Date 2020-09-08 Imprint HarperCollins Subtitle The Authors You Love On The Books That Changed Their Lives [Large Print] Alternative 9780063034754 DEWEY 809 Audience General AU Release Date 2021-02-02 NZ Release Date 2021-02-02 Publisher US HarperCollins Imprint US HarperOne Large Print We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158477060;

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