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USA Today
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Be the smartest person at the dinner party: Niche nonfiction books to read
Want to be the most interesting guest at a dinner party? Be the most well-read. There are many earnest, unpretentious reasons to be a regular reader, from stepping into someone else's shoes to escaping from the stress of day-to-day life. But admit it, there's a little part of you that also wants that scholarly reputation. Why not capture the attention of your peers with a riveting celebrity backstory or share a fun fact from a new wellness book? Lately, I've been talking up Sophie Elmhirst's 'A Marriage at Sea' to anyone who will listen, wowing them with the survival story of a shipwrecked couple who spent 118 days at sea. Whether you're looking to impress your friends or want to further your quest for knowledge, here are 10 niche nonfiction books that will keep you engaged as you get smarter. 'Waste Wars' by Alexander Clapp Learn the sinister afterlife of your trash in this investigation of the global garbage trade. Clapp spent two years reporting across five continents to uncover the 'secret hot potato second life' of trash and its devastating consequences for poor nations. You won't look at your trash the same once you know about the shipping, selling and smuggling behind the scenes. 'Everything is Tuberculosis' by John Green You're about to learn more about tuberculosis than you ever thought possible. In his latest nonfiction venture, Green makes the compelling case that much of human history is shaped by this deadly disease, from poetry to poverty and colonialism. With a narrative drive through charismatic tuberculosis patient Henry, 'Everything is Tuberculosis' is a fascinating deep dive. 'You Didn't Hear This From Me' by Kelsey McKinney Gossip is far more defined in cultural tradition and currency than you realize. 'You Didn't Hear This From Me,' from the host of the 'Normal Gossip' podcast, explores our obsession with gossip and its role as lighthearted banter to social capital and what happens when it gets weaponized. 'How to Kill a City' by P.E. Moskowitz Readers who live in major cities are guaranteed to look at their metropolis differently after reading Moskowitz's expertly crafted 'How to Kill a City.' Not only will you learn about the history behind major changes in cities like New York, New Orleans, Detroit and San Francisco, but you'll also learn about who the bad actors are in city-wide gentrification and the systemic forces allowing it to happen. 'What is Queer Food?' by John Birdsall This 2025 release from culinary writer Birdsall intertwines queer identity and food culture, showing how the LGBTQ+ community has often used food as a tool for joy and community in the face of persecution. 'What is Queer Food?' follows the early days of LGBTQ+ civil rights movements to Cold War-era lesbian potlucks to the appetites of icons like James Baldwin and Truman Capote. 'Say Nothing' by Patrick Radden Keefe Now a Hulu series, Keefe maps the consequences and trials of The Troubles in Ireland through the murder and abduction of Jean McConville. 'Say Nothing' chronicles the conflict with empathy, impact and narrative flair, from Irish Republican Army member Dolours Price to peace negotiator Gerry Adams to the McConville children. 'Why We Swim' by Bonnie Tsui This book is for anyone who's a regular at their local gym pool, played mermaids as a kid is ocean-obsessed. In "Why We Swim," Tsui investigates the human behavior behind the popular sport, from pleasure laps to exercise to swimming in dangerous terrain to test our limits. 'Before We Were Trans' by Kit Heyam A historical analysis of the past, present and future of trans identities, historian Heyam paints both a narrative and educational look at the complex realities of gender expression and identity. From Renaissance Venice to Edo Japan to early America, 'Before We Were Trans' teaches eager readers about people defying gender binaries throughout history. 'The Chiffon Trenches' by André Leon Talley If you've ever wanted to be a fly on the wall in the cutthroat world of editorial fashion, "The Chiffon Trenches" is for you. This memoir from the former "Vogue" creative director will give you an intimate glimpse into fashion figureheads like Anna Wintour, Karl Lagerfeld and Oscar de la Renta while also illuminating the industry's pervasive racism. 'The Soul of an Octopus' by Sy Montgomery I can't even count how many friends and family members I know who have read this and felt fundamentally changed. 'The Soul of an Octopus' is a 2015 deep-dive (literally) as naturalist Montgomery befriends octopuses, learning their unique personalities and cleverness. Along for the ride, you'll learn about how these intelligent creatures problem-solve and connect. Need a book that feels like a hug?: 8 comfort reads for when life gets hard Clare Mulroy is USA TODAY's Books Reporter, where she covers buzzy releases, chats with authors and dives into the culture of reading. Find her on Instagram, subscribe to our weekly Books newsletter or tell her what you're reading at cmulroy@
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
John Green to speak at Alys Stephens Center in June
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Author John Green will be visiting UAB's Alys Stephens Center in June to discuss his recent book, 'Everything is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection.' This event is presented by the Alys Stephens Center and Thank You Books. Green is the award-winning author of several books, including 'Looking for Alaska,' 'The Fault in Our Stars,' 'Turtles All the Way Down' and 'The Anthropocene Reviewed.' He's also known for his online content, including the 'vlogbrothers' YouTube Channel and the educational series 'Crash Course.' 'Everything is Tuberculosis' was released on March 18, 2025. 'In 2019, John Green met Henry, a young tuberculosis patient at Lakka Government Hospital in Sierra Leone while traveling with Partners in Health,' the book's synopsis states. 'John became fast friends with Henry, a boy with spindly legs and a big, goofy smile. In the years since that first visit to Lakka, Green has become a vocal and dynamic advocate for increased access to treatment and wider awareness of the healthcare inequities that allow this curable, treatable infectious disease to also be the deadliest, killing 1.5 million people every year.' The book follows Henry's journey with tuberculosis, intertwining it with the scientific and social histories of the disease. WATCH: Video shows Alireza Doroudi being detained by ICE officers at his apartment near the University of Alabama Green, alongside Dr. David Kimberlin of Children's of Alabama, will discuss the content of the book and answer audience questions. Pre-signed copies of 'Everything is Tuberculosis' are included with ticket purchases. Kimberlin is the Vice Chair for Clinical and Translational Research and Co-Director of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at UAB. He has also served as the AAP Red Book liaison to the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices since 2007. This event is taking place on Thursday, June 12, at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased on the Alys Stephens Center's website. A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to Children's of Alabama. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
USA Today
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
John Green's 'Everything is Tuberculosis' is out now: Get to know all his books
John Green's 'Everything is Tuberculosis' is out now: Get to know all his books Many of John Green's novels offer a snapshot of young adult reading culture in the 2010s – star-crossed teenage lovers and 'manic pixie dream girl' characters, Tumblr quotes and metaphors stamped on stickers and T-shirts. The success of 'The Fault in Our Stars' and 'Paper Towns' sparked a kind of subgenre in the young adult market The New York Times dubbed 'GreenLit,' or 'realistic stories told by a funny, self-aware teenage narrator.' Green is also well known for his YouTube channels with his brother Hank Green, 'Vlogbrothers' and the educational 'Crash Course.' Now, his latest novel 'Everything is Tuberculosis' dives into how tuberculosis has shaped our world. Here's a look back on all of his titles. All John Green books in order Green has written eight books, including his bestsellers 'Looking for Alaska' and 'The Fault in Our Stars.' Many of his books are young adult romances, but he's written two nonfiction books – his essay collection 'The Anthropocene Reviewed' and his latest public-health-focused 'Everything is Tuberculosis.' 'Looking for Alaska' (2005) 'An Abundance of Katherines' (2006) 'Paper Towns' (2008) 'Will Grayson, Will Grayson' with David Levithan (2010) 'The Fault in Our Stars' (2012) 'Turtles All the Way Down' (2017) 'The Anthropocene Reviewed' (2021) 'Everything is Tuberculosis' (2025) In 2008, Green contributed to a holiday novella romance collection 'Let it Snow' alongside authors Maureen Johnson and Lauren Myracle. He also lended his pen for 'What You Wish For,' a collection from children's and young adult writers to benefit Darfuri refugees. John Green's movie and TV show adaptations Four of Green's novels have been adapted into movies or limited series, plus one of his novella collections: 'The Fault in Our Stars' (2014): The first Green onscreen adaptation, 'The Fault in Our Stars' saw a 'near-flawless' opening weekend and dominated the box office when it came out in 2014. Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort starred as the book's Hazel and Augustus, two teenage cancer patients who fall in love. 'Paper Towns' (2015): A year after the success of 'TFIOS,' Green's 'Paper Towns' was adapted into a movie starring Cara Delevingne as Margo and Nat Wolff as Quentin. Wolff also appeared in 'TFIOS' as cancer patient Isaac. 'Looking for Alaska' (2019): This Hulu limited series starred Kristine Froseth as the enigmatic Alaska Young and Charlie Plummer as Miles 'Pudge' Halter. 'Let it Snow' (2019): Green's holiday romance novella was adapted into a 2019 film starring Kiernan Shipka, Jacob Batalon and Liv Hewson. 'Turtles All the Way Down' (2024): Green's latest screen adaptation came out as a movie starring Isabela Merced and Cree as the novel's ride-or-die best friends Aza and Daisy, the former of whom is dealing with crippling OCD. New John Green book is out: 'Everything is Tuberculosis' 'Everything is Tuberculosis' is a deep dive into Green's obsession with the world's deadliest infection, following his friendship with a young patient in Sierra Leone sick with drug-resistant tuberculosis. The novel explores the health care inequities that make the curable disease as prevalent and deadly as it is today, offering a glimpse at how our choices could shape the future of TB. Green also touches on how his OCD and his brother Hank's battle with cancer influenced his interest in this area of public health. 'Green's fans will be pleased by this window into his latest obsession,' a Publishers Weekly review reads. More 2010s reading nostalgia: Fans reflect on 'Hunger Games' legacy Clare Mulroy is USA TODAY's Books Reporter, where she covers buzzy releases, chats with authors and dives into the culture of reading. Find her on Instagram, subscribe to our weekly Books newsletter or tell her what you're reading at cmulroy@
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Book Review: John Green is obsessed with tuberculosis. He makes a strong case that we should be, too
So you read 'The Fault in Our Stars' or watched John Green on YouTube, and, if you're like me, you probably thought, 'I would read or watch anything this mind produced for public consumption.' Even if it's a 200-page nonfiction thesis on tuberculosis arguing why it should be Public Enemy No. 1 and on its way to eradication. Because, in true John Green fashion, there's a footnote on the copyright page explaining the reasoning behind the font choice for his newest book, 'Everything is Tuberculosis.' (Spoiler: The reason for the font is tuberculosis. Everything is.) Early on, Green establishes that the tuberculosis is the top killer of humans among infectious diseases — a longstanding status quo only briefly disrupted by COVID-19. The slow-moving TB infected over 8 million people in one year and killed about 1.25 million, according to a recent World Health Organization report. Yet, as Green shows throughout the book, TB is curable and even preventable. The text seamlessly moves through related topics, from TB's effects on history and fashion to the socioeconomic inequities that perpetuate the disease, and even the romanticization of an illness that, for a period, was associated with soulful poets and delicate feminine beauty. But this synopsis will seem bone-dry compared to the actual text, because the real magic of Green's writing is the deeply considerate, human touch that goes into every word. He uses the stories of real people to turn overwhelming problems into something personal and understandable. 'We can do and be so much for each other — but only when we see one another in our full humanity,' Green writes. 'Everything is Tuberculosis' is reflective and earnest, with a few black-and-white pictures to illustrate a point or put a face to a name. Little nuggets of personalization consistently bring us back to our shared humanity, even in footnotes. When considering 'patient noncompliance,' Green discloses his own diagnoses and wrestling with taking prescriptions. This compared with patients in Sierra Leone who, unlike Green, often struggle to get to the clinic to obtain their medication, or can't afford enough food to take it without getting sick. On the other hand, some of their struggles are the same, side effects from pills and stigma around illnesses being some of the most common reasons patients might diverge from their prescribed course of medication, regardless of access. As one might expect from Green, the book is weirdly touching and super quotable. 'Everything is Tuberculosis' is rich with callbacks that help underscore ideas, wit and humor that foster learning even alongside more somber bits. Green offers many reasons why he became obsessed with TB, but none brought tears to my eyes so unexpectedly like the stunningly apt metaphor comparing writing to the pool game 'Marco Polo.' The explanation references TB activist Shreya Tripathi, who had to sue the Indian government to get the medication that would have saved her if it hadn't taken so long to get ahold of it. Despite the death and harsh realities, it is a hopeful book overall. Green takes stock of the history, looking at the vicious and virtuous cycles that led humankind to where we are now, posing a challenge and a question rolled into one: Which type of cycle will we foster? ___ AP book reviews:
Associated Press
17-03-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Book Review: John Green is obsessed with tuberculosis. He makes a strong case that we should be, too
So you read 'The Fault in Our Stars' or watched John Green on YouTube, and, if you're like me, you probably thought, 'I would read or watch anything this mind produced for public consumption.' Even if it's a 200-page nonfiction thesis on tuberculosis arguing why it should be Public Enemy No. 1 and on its way to eradication. Because, in true John Green fashion, there's a footnote on the copyright page explaining the reasoning behind the font choice for his newest book, 'Everything is Tuberculosis.' (Spoiler: The reason for the font is tuberculosis. Everything is.) Early on, Green establishes that the tuberculosis is the top killer of humans among infectious diseases — a longstanding status quo only briefly disrupted by COVID-19. The slow-moving TB infected over 8 million people in one year and killed about 1.25 million, according to a recent World Health Organization report. Yet, as Green shows throughout the book, TB is curable and even preventable. The text seamlessly moves through related topics, from TB's effects on history and fashion to the socioeconomic inequities that perpetuate the disease, and even the romanticization of an illness that, for a period, was associated with soulful poets and delicate feminine beauty. But this synopsis will seem bone-dry compared to the actual text, because the real magic of Green's writing is the deeply considerate, human touch that goes into every word. He uses the stories of real people to turn overwhelming problems into something personal and understandable. 'We can do and be so much for each other — but only when we see one another in our full humanity,' Green writes. 'Everything is Tuberculosis' is reflective and earnest, with a few black-and-white pictures to illustrate a point or put a face to a name. Little nuggets of personalization consistently bring us back to our shared humanity, even in footnotes. When considering 'patient noncompliance,' Green discloses his own diagnoses and wrestling with taking prescriptions. This compared with patients in Sierra Leone who, unlike Green, often struggle to get to the clinic to obtain their medication, or can't afford enough food to take it without getting sick. On the other hand, some of their struggles are the same, side effects from pills and stigma around illnesses being some of the most common reasons patients might diverge from their prescribed course of medication, regardless of access. As one might expect from Green, the book is weirdly touching and super quotable. 'Everything is Tuberculosis' is rich with callbacks that help underscore ideas, wit and humor that foster learning even alongside more somber bits. Green offers many reasons why he became obsessed with TB, but none brought tears to my eyes so unexpectedly like the stunningly apt metaphor comparing writing to the pool game 'Marco Polo.' The explanation references TB activist Shreya Tripathi, who had to sue the Indian government to get the medication that would have saved her if it hadn't taken so long to get ahold of it. Despite the death and harsh realities, it is a hopeful book overall.
