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Mitch Albom
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Mitch Albom is an American author, sports journalist, talk show host, and philanthropist whose writing shifted from sports journalism toward inspirational stories.
Biography
Mitchell David Albom, known as Mitch Albom, is an American author, sports journalist, talk show host, and philanthropist. He was born on May 23, 1958. Early in his writing career, he gained national recognition for his work as a sports journalist, before turning toward inspirational stories and themes.
Tuesdays with Morrie was a prominent early example of that direction in his writing. As of 2021, his books were reported to have sold 40 million copies worldwide. His career encompasses both journalism and book authorship, alongside his roles as a talk show host and philanthropist.
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Books by Mitch Albom
The Stranger in the Lifeboat
After a deadly ship explosion, nine people stranded in a raft rescue a quiet stranger who claims to be the Lord. Years later, the empty raft washes up on Montserrat with a notebook recounting the events, leaving the island’s chief inspector to investigate what happened.