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John Green

John Green

Born: 08-23-1977

John Green is a bestselling American author renowned for his compelling young adult novels, including "The Fault in Our Stars" and "Looking for Alaska." His works often explore themes of love, loss, and the complexities of adolescence. Beyond writing, Green is an influential educator and vlogger, co-creating the popular YouTube channel "Vlogbrothers" with his brother, Hank. His impactful storytelling and engaging online presence have earned him a devoted global following.

Quotes

I guess that's what saying good-bye is always like--like jumping off an edge. The worst part is making the choice to do it. Once you're in the air, there's nothing you can do but let go.

John Green

goodbyeletting go

Sometimes you have to get a little lost to find what you're looking for.

John Green

finding yourself

It's a strange thing, to discover that someone loves you when you thought you were unlovable.

John Green

loveself-discovery

The worst part of holding the memories is not the pain. It's the loneliness of it. Memories need to be shared.

John Green

memoriesloneliness

Maybe part of falling in love with someone else is also falling in love with yourself.

John Green

self-lovefalling in love

The thing about a spiral is, if you follow it inward, it never actually ends. It just keeps tightening, infinitely.

John Green

spiralsinfinite

It's a good idea to live your life like there are only a few moments left.

John Green

carpe diemliving life

You can't get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me.

John Green

teabooks

The thing about snowstorms is they end. They always end.

John Green

snowstormsendings

The only way to get rid of the feeling of being alone is to surround yourself with people.

John Green

lonelinesscompanionship

Sometimes the best way to fix something is to leave it broken.

John Green

fixingletting go

It's a cruel irony of life that when you need something the most, that's when you're least likely to get it.

John Green

ironylife