One Book One Philadelphia 2009 | In Philadelphia Everyone Is Reading "The Soloist"
Categories: One Book One Philadelphia 2009 | In Philadelphia Everyone Is Reading "The Soloist"
One Book, One Philadelphia is a joint project of the Mayor’s Office and the Free Library of Philadelphia that promotes reading, literacy, library use, and community building by motivating tens of thousands of people to read an annual featured selection. Marking the seventh consecutive year for One Book, the 2009 program runs from January 14 to March 19, 2009.
In addition to the featured selection, for the third year in a row, One Book has named two thematically related companion books for children, teens, and family reading: Steve Seskin and Allen Shamblin’s A Chance to Shine and The Double Life of Zoe Flynn, by Janet Lee Carey.
Hundreds of Community Partners have contributed resources and developed programs to facilitate the success of One Book, One Philadelphia. We thank our sponsors and partners — especially Independence Blue Cross, our lead sponsor for the seventh year in a row—for their tremendous support.
Stay tuned for a complete list of One Book, One Philadelphia events, suggested supplemental reading and film lists, a comprehensive Resource Guide, and much more!
Steve,
Thank you so much for writing The Soloist!
I can't begin to tell you the impact it had on me. I'm drained.
What an incredible journey the two of you have taken. And hopefully, the journey continues.
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Hi Steve,
I am the journalist who is reviewing The Soloist for my college newspaper this week in LA. I would love to let you know how much everyone loves your book. I would love a quote from you to our readers and especially our journalism students who find you an inspiration. My question is do you think Mr. Ayers will enjoy all the attention the book and movie will generate? Any quote will do however.
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I read the book "The soloist' and looking forward to see the movie!
At Vermont and Franklin at the Masonic temples porch lives a beautifu blonde, once an actress, aand an artist now her mind is stuck in the 50's, she looked like J. Harlow!
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I didn't like your writing. Why would you whine and cry every chapter of the book? You hit Gold.
You are sensitive, compassionate, a good man. Why wouldn't let it at that. \Ayers had it worst. And, he didn't know that... I hope I like the movie better than your book.
Andrea
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Looks like a promising business opportunity. Lots of helpful information.
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Thank you, Mr. Lopez for such a wonderfully full story. Mr. Robert Downey Jr. and Mr. Jamie Foxx did an unbelievable job of making one feel connected to something greater than themselves. I loved the movie. I understand "Grace", more than ever. The music was very well done also.
Thank You,
Charlotte F. Farris
Sugar Land, Texas
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We saw the film last night....well done. My stomach was in knots. Wish I had read the book first but I will now. You have educated people in so many ways.
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I've just completed the book, and have been recommending it. I have enjoyed the interviews I've seen with Jamie Foxx. I would like to know if Mr. Lopez will be doing any author events in Greater Cleveland.
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The Soloist is a deeply moving book. It's an honor to have The Double Life of Zoe Flynn as a companion read. My thanks to Philadelphia Public Libraries for their choice for One Book Philadelphia and to Steve Lopez for your stark and beautiful book.
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What kept me awake last night after watching "The Soloist" was the question: "Besides finding a room for the musician, how did this unstable street person really benefit from the journalist's intervention?" Having followed Lopez's career from his time in Philadelphia, I find a troubling pattern of misery exploitation that centrally benefits only Lopez's career and keeps him employed by those of watching the pain of others from the comfort of our heated and air-conditioned homes. Now what, Steve?
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It is about the friendship!
mar Ayers had no friends, Mr Lopez patiently develop a real friendship!
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I haven't read The Soloist yet, but reading this post and everyone's comments make me want to read it even more! Also, the Philadelphia events sound really interesting! Thanks for the info :)
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Does he disagree with the US Dept. of Energy study, and several others, that have found that the net energy balance for a sugar-cane based ethanol plant is positive?
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Hi Steve,
I´ve just seen the movie and it was simply inspiring. The difference it makes just to care...the story has really touched my heart.
Thanks,
Carmen.
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I have not seen the movie yet, nor read the book, but I am very excited for both! Thanks for the good post.
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i read the book and see the movie. it touched my heart, thanks
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Hello Steve,wonderful book and movie.I was a resident at Lamplodge from Jan. 08 to April 09. Lamp is a very helpful agency to the homeless and drug addicted community, thank you for showing them in a positive light!
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Only today I watched your film, moved me deeply because my stepson has social phobia, do not know how to help him because he refuses to do therapy and stopped going to the psychiatrist, as you thought to take him by force. However, his movie showed me that friendship is everything, the rest is up to the "patient." At that moment my husband is in the house of my stepson trying to communication with him, because he avoids all social contact. One thing I know, you and will continue helping people with their movie. Parabéns.Seu film was comforting to me. Thank you.
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I would love to let you know how much everyone loves your book. I would love a quote from you to our readers and especially our journalism students who find you an inspiration. My question is do you think Mr. Ayers will enjoy all the attention the book and movie will generate?
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Hola, recién ví The Soloist. Quiero agradecer que exista gente que se anuime a dar el paso y que de gracias x lo recibido. Ojalá todos encontremos eso que nos permita ser mejores personas.
Y las actuaciones, excelentes !!
Gracias
Delia
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