John Green’s first novel "Looking for Alaska" is one of the hundred finalists for The Great American Read, conducted by PBS. He shares the inspiration behind his book, his response to its popularity, and his reaction to the novel being considered as one of America’s most beloved books. Curious Mix host, Jill Ditmire, meets with Green to discover more.
June 27, 2018
The Great American Read With Author John Green | Curious Mix
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