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Tim Tharp

Tim Tharp is an acclaimed American author known for his compelling young adult novels. He gained widespread recognition with "The Spectacular Now," which was a National Book Award finalist and adapted into a successful film. Tharp's work often explores themes of adolescence, identity, and self-discovery, resonating with both teens and adults. In addition to writing, he teaches creative writing at Rose State College in Oklahoma, inspiring future writers.

Book summaries for books written by Tim Tharp

Quotes

I want to keep looking at the stars.

Tim Tharp

hopewonder

I don't even know how to feel.

Tim Tharp

confusionemotion

I'm not the kind of person who digs deep. I'm a bottom-feeder.

Tim Tharp

self-awarenessintrospection

I'm the life of the party. Every party, all the time.

Tim Tharp

personalitysocializing

I've got a lot of things to figure out, and soon.

Tim Tharp

self-discoveryresponsibility

I'm not trying to be cool. I'm just trying to be me.

Tim Tharp

authenticityidentity

I'm not saying I'm the nicest guy in the world. But I do try.

Tim Tharp

kindnesseffort

I want to love something without it turning to dust in my hands.

Tim Tharp

desirefragility

I can't remember the last time I cried. I don't think I ever have.

Tim Tharp

emotionsvulnerability

I don't want to live in the spectacular now. I want to live in the spectacular future.

Tim Tharp

aspirationsfuture

I'm not afraid of the future. I'm afraid of the past.

Tim Tharp

fearhistory

I've always been a 'what if' kind of guy.

Tim Tharp

uncertaintypondering