Jason Reynolds, author of Long Way Down

[@exoticstar2]

I just ordered one of your books for my son and thing this will be the nexy I order. Listening to you has captivated me so I'm believing your books will do the same for my son.

[@patricksfriendbobthesponge8256]

He's inspirational to me. I didn't think someone shared the thoughts I had about so many things; trauma, the impact art has, and how modern issues are just versions of other issues we've seen throughout history. Empathy and creativity feel rare (even though I think everyone has the capacity for them), but it feels like a breath of fresh air to hear him. It's cathartic to me. I haven't read the book yet (I will be in my english class), but even this 12 minute interview has impacted me, and definitely others, so much.

[@JJ-ew3xo]

This book is simply amazing. Totally recommended for readers of ALL ages, including educators of young people. You are a literary genius, Mr. Reynolds.

[@jamesnicosia6807]

One of the things Jason Reynolds teaches is that you DON'T have to be a "literary genius." He just loves children and tells his stories with great love. You too can tell your stories with great love!

[@timer-4257]

Glazer

[@stephdrake2521]

So many beautiful people trying to make this world better by just reading and comprehending stories. Thank you Jason

[@lyn-amy2625]

This man is amazing. Even when he speaks his words flow like rehearsed poetry. I'm so excited to read this book

[@nacout]

3:53-4:16 Absolutely genius.

[@devonlee-hyde5531]

Just read it really gets under your skin in a good way like getting educated on a different way of thinking like a whole different style for the first time about different predicaments or circumstances some ppl are put in and it literally gets carried on for generations like a curse. And you gotta chose one or the other but usually both choices will be gut wrenching because your putting lion pride to the side for either of the choices you choose. Thanks for writing the book my brother made me read it! And the book gave me a different look on a lot of things!

[@cheyenne14320]

I'm vibing with this

[@Lawand]

Wow I love love long way down

[@ErinAebel]

Fantastic beautiful book

[@familytothemax9463]

I love long way down so much that my heart is alwaysnpoundingnwhen is stops on a floor but then a random person going aboout thier day walks in and they lookin at me like im crazy xDDD

[@lilyr6755]

So true & smart all he said. It is now I feel. Is like most humans must feel. If you are super happy vives it is easy to stay possitive, but not everyone is like that in face of adversity, etc. I know I'm not.

[@jjl.s.810]

Great book !

[@o.o995]

Lol I’m doing an essay in English for this book but now I wanna read more Jason Reynolds books :)

[@tawnirayne5374]

Same! So glad this book is in the education system.

[@LILTJ008]

I’m reading this book in my email class right now 10th grade and it’s amazing love Jason reynolds he makes reading fun for me honestly

[@tejukanaparthy]

this is an absolutely phenomenal book ♡ i loved to hear your insight on it all 🥺

[@alejandromartinezsalerno2511]

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[@alejandromartinezsalerno2511]

yesssss broooooo

[@alejandromartinezsalerno2511]

yooooooo

[@alejandromartinezsalerno2511]

helllloooo

[@alejandromartinezsalerno2511]

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[@elfasii]

I’m kinda confused on if this book is filled with poems or is it just a normal book written like a poem

[@panopticonseye]

normal book written like a poem!

[@andrewher]

anyone from gorgan

[@alinanayagarcia3213]

yooooo right here LMAO

[@dqll]

yuhh lmao

[@samanthagorgan755]

Hi, Andrew.

[@cutiemaidgirl246]

Can you make the movie because My class read it then all and I want to ask you a question

[@cutiemaidgirl246]

What does ghost say is his sport

[@dcraftin3259]

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[@personal2562]

@@dcraftin3259 checks out

[@maicinas.915]

When I say I love this man /lh

[@chillxchillx8725]

What the flip

[@stinkgurl]

5:30

[@sabrinaeinolf5506]

He seems like a well-spoken young man, I don't understand why he would write something that paints African Americans in such a despondent and illiterate light. All the negative stereotypes come to life. Why? Why perpetuate those stereotypes instead of writing something positive, encouraging or uplifting?

[@krimsonedit3272]

All stories are beneficial and deserved to be told

[@OH-xk9dd]

Do NOT recommend it.

[@amslibrary4315]

No. Don’t recommend at all

[@Busymoma3]

Why?

[@loopy1816]

Can’t imagine being so miserable