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John Michael Green, born August 24, 1977, is an American author and YouTuber whose work has significantly influenced young adult literature. With over 50 million copies of his books in print globally, including the best-selling novel 'The Fault in Our Stars,' Green's distinctive voice and rapid rise to prominence reshaped the genre. Beyond his literary achievements, Green is a notable figure in online video, co-creating popular YouTube channels with his brother Hank Green, which fostered a dedicated online community known as Nerdfighteria and annual fundraising events like Project for Awesome.

Green's early life included education at Kenyon College, where he majored in English and religious studies. Following a period as a student chaplain, he began his writing career, working at Booklist magazine. His debut novel, 'Looking for Alaska' (2005), earned the Michael L. Printz Award, marking the beginning of his literary success. His subsequent works, including 'An Abundance of Katherines' (2006), 'Paper Towns' (2008), and the collaborative 'Let It Snow' (2008) and 'Will Grayson, Will Grayson' (2010), further solidified his reputation. His online ventures, such as the Vlogbrothers channel and VidCon, have also garnered widespread attention and engagement.

John Green's literary career launched with his debut novel, 'Looking for Alaska,' published in 2005. This coming-of-age story, partly inspired by his own experiences at boarding school, garnered critical acclaim and the prestigious Michael L. Printz Award. The recognition significantly boosted the novel's sales and marked a pivotal moment in Green's career, leading him to leave his job at Booklist magazine. His subsequent novel, 'An Abundance of Katherines' (2006), explored themes of intelligence and relationships with a more comedic tone, earning runner-up for the Printz Award and a finalist nomination for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. These early works established Green's unique narrative style and his ability to connect with young readers.

Alongside his literary pursuits, John Green became a significant figure in the burgeoning online video landscape. In 2007, he and his brother Hank Green launched the Vlogbrothers YouTube channel, initiating a series of personal vlogs that cultivated a substantial and interactive online community known as Nerdfighteria. This digital collaboration extended to organizing the annual fundraiser 'Project for Awesome' and co-founding VidCon, an influential conference for online video creators. Green's engagement in online video, including educational channels like Crash Course, demonstrates a multifaceted approach to communication and community building, impacting both entertainment and education.

Green's 2012 novel, 'The Fault in Our Stars,' achieved massive commercial and critical success, becoming one of the best-selling books of all time and leading to numerous film and television adaptations of his work. This novel, alongside others like 'Turtles All the Way Down' (2017), explored personal struggles with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder, offering a more introspective dimension to his writing. His influence was recognized by Time magazine, which included him in their 2014 list of the 100 most influential people worldwide. Green has also become a prominent advocate for global health causes, serving as a trustee for Partners In Health.

“In a publishing world that maybe doesn't have as many long-term relationships as it used to, she invested a lot of time in me before I ever earned a profit. I've never written a book without Julie. I wouldn't know how to do it.”

“probably the purest moment of joy I've experienced. Even when my children were born it wasn't as raw and surprising.”