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Books mentioned on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
24 picks pulled straight from the transcripts — each with the exact quote and who said it. Sponsor reads excluded.

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The Alchemistby Paulo Coelho
Discover how following your personal legend can reshape your life path

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Citizen Soldier by Stephen Ambroseby Stephen Ambrose
Learn how real WW2 soldiers experienced the war from the historian who shaped Spielberg's vision.

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D-Day by Stephen Ambroseby Stephen Ambrose
Get the historical depth that inspired Spielberg's WW2 films

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I'm Gonna Like Me: Letting Off a Little Self-Esteemby Jamie Lee Curtis
Help kids build confidence through positive self-talk and acceptance

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HamnetMaggie O'Farrell
Explore a moving fictional account of Shakespeare's personal tragedy and grief.

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Firestarterby Stephen King
Discover what inspired a creative to become a lifelong reader.

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Yet Here I Amby Jonathan Capehart
Understand a Pulitzer winner's journey through politics and identity in America.

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Detective Duck
Explore a beloved children's book from a prolific author's collection.

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Effective Parenting Training
Learn parenting strategies that shaped a thoughtful parent's real-world approach.

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Hank Zipser seriesby Henry Winkler
See how a dyslexic kid navigates school and friendship with humor and heart.

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The Mother of Black Hollywoodby Jacee Holder
Document a pivotal life story for the next generation to learn from

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Familiesby Wyatt Cooper
Understand your family's hidden stories and generational patterns through intimate memoir writing.

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The Rainbow Comes and Goesby Anderson Cooper and Gloria Vanderbilt
Understand a legendary mother-son relationship through intimate conversations.

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The Lookby Michelle Obama
Understand how fashion shaped Michelle Obama's public identity and influence.

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Grapes of Wrathby John Steinbeck
Understand the American Depression-era struggle that shaped mid-century culture

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Becomingby Michelle Obama
Understand how a former first lady shaped her identity and public life

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Chop Wood Carry Water
Master any skill by committing to consistent, unglamorous practice.

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The Can-Do Mindset: How to Cultivate Resilience, Follow Your Heart, and Fight for Your Passionby Candace Parker
Learn how an elite athlete built resilience and pursued her passions relentlessly

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RashomonAkira Kurosawa
See how Kurosawa's storytelling technique shaped modern filmmakers' approach to narrative.

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Uncommon Favorby Dawn Staley
Learn how a legendary coach built a championship team and culture.

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Everywhere You Areby Victoria Monét
Help kids understand working parents and cope with separation anxiety

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Waiting for Godotby Samuel Beckett
Expose young people to transformative theater beyond traditional masculine activities

















