John Green

by Christine Poolos

Overview

Fans of Green's novels get an insider's look at the path he took to becoming a best-selling author and Internet sensation. This captivating resource follows Green from his youth and introduces readers to the teachers and school that served as inspiration for one of his best-loved novels. This book takes readers through Green's college years and the job at a children's hospital that changed his career path, and even his outlook on life. For Internet fans, Green's passion for being a "nerdfighter" is also well-documented in this rich account of a beloved writer's life and inspirations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781477779040
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2014
Series:	All About the Author Series
Pages:	112
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Chapter 1 The Great Perhaps 10

Chapter 2 Struggles Pay Off 22

Chapter 3 Looking for Alaska 34

Chapter 4 A Young Adult Novelist 47

Chapter 5 The Fault in Our Stars 58

Chapter 6 Don't Forget to be Awesome 69

Fact Sheet on John Green 83

Fact Sheet on John Green's Work 84

Critical Reviews 88

Timeline 92

Glossary 93

For More Information 95

For Further Reading 100

Bibliography 103

Index 109