The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book: An Interactive Guide to Life-Changing Books

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For fans of My Ideal Bookshelf and Bibliophile, The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book is the perfect gift for book lovers everywhere: a quirky and entertaining interactive guide to reading, featuring voicemails, literary Easter eggs, checklists, and more, from the creators of the popular multimedia project.

The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book is an interactive illustrated homage to the beautiful ways in which books bring meaning to our lives and how our lives bring meaning to books. Carefully crafted in the style of a retro telephone directory, this guide offers you a variety of unique ways to connect with readers, writers, bookshops, and life-changing stories. In it, youll discover...

-Heartfelt, anonymous voicemail messages and transcripts from real-life readers sharing unforgettable stories about their most beloved books. Youll hear how a mother and daughter formed a bond over their love for Erin Morgensterns The Night Circus, or how a reader finally felt represented after reading Gene Luen Yangs American Born Chinese, or how two friends performed Mary Olivers Thirst to a grove of trees, or how Anne Frank inspired a young writer to continue journaling.

-Hidden references inside fictional literary adverts like Ahabs Whale Tours and Miss Ophelias Psychic Readings, and real-life literary landmarks like Maya Angelou City Park and the Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum.

-Lists of bookstores across the USA, state by state, plus interviews with the book lovers who run them.

-Various invitations to become a part of this book by calling and leaving a bookish voicemail of your own.

-And more!

Quirky, nostalgic, and full of heart, The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book is a love letter to the stories that change us, connect us, and make us human.

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PRAISE FOR THE CALL ME ISHMAEL PHONE BOOK:

The Call Me Ishmael Phone Bookis one of the most ingenious ideas for a book Ive learned about this year a neat concept [that] should appeal to avid readers everywhere Check outThe Call Me Ishmael Phone Bookfor some interactive fun with books.Seattle Book Review

Cleverly designed to resemble the print Yellow Pages of yesteryear and is packed with neat retro graphics, fun lists of phoned-in favorites, hidden literary references and other book-inspired surprises An unbeatable gift for your favorite bookworm, this whimsical volume is a testament to the power of literature.BookPage

The Call Me Ishmael Phone Bookis a book lover's rabbit hole: engaging, quirky and wholly seductive Beware: it's easy to get sucked in.Shelf Awareness(starred review)

Author Bio

Logan Smalleyis the founding director of TEDs youth and education initiative, TED-Edan award-winning website, content format, and program offering that serves millions of teachers and students every day. Prior to working for TED, Logan was selected as a TED Fellow for his roles as director, editor, and composer of the nonprofit, feature-length film,Darius Goes West(28 film festival awards, 2007). Logan is also a cofounder ofCallMeIshmael.coma creative, participatory literary initiative that was an honoree for the National Book Foundations Innovations in Reading Prize in 2015. Logan began his career as a special education teacher in his hometown of Athens, Georgia, and he currently lives and works in New York City. He holds a BEd in special education from the University of Georgia, and an EdM in technology innovation and education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Stephanie Kent is a writer and multimedia producer. Her recent work includes the Webby Awardwinning Masters of Scale podcast, The Wall Street Journals premiere mobile-first news app, and a series of book reviews for Boxing Insider. During her time on staff at TED, Steph built community programs and brand engagement strategies. She was awarded a 2017 Creative Community Fellowship with National Arts Strategies Foundation and holds a BA in playwriting and literature from Emerson College. Stephanie writes a weekly newsletter on creativity, and is a competitive boxer. You can find her online at StephKent.com.