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Report From Planet Midnight: Outspoken Authors Speak Out

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In a world that often seems to be spiraling out of control, it's more important than ever to hear from voices that are willing to speak out. In Report From Planet Midnight, a collection of essays by outspoken authors, we hear from some of the most important voices of our time.

Report from Planet Midnight (Outspoken Authors 9)

Report from Planet Midnight (Outspoken Authors Book 9)

by Nalo Hopkinson

4.6 out of 5

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These authors are not afraid to tackle the tough issues, from the rise of authoritarianism to the climate crisis. They write with passion, intelligence, and a deep commitment to truth. Their essays are a call to action, a reminder that we cannot afford to be silent in the face of injustice.

The essays in Report From Planet Midnight are as diverse as the authors themselves. We hear from writers of all backgrounds, races, genders, and sexual orientations. They come from all over the world, and they have different perspectives on the issues facing our planet. But they all share a common goal: to speak out for what they believe in.

The essays in this collection are a powerful reminder that we are not alone. There are others who share our concerns, and who are willing to fight for a better world. Report From Planet Midnight is a book that will inspire you, challenge you, and make you think. It is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of our planet.

Essays in Report From Planet Midnight

"The Rise of Authoritarianism" by Masha Gessen
"The Climate Crisis: A Call to Action" by Bill McKibben
"The Future of Literature" by Salman Rushdie
"The Role of the Writer in Society" by Toni Morrison
"Speaking Out for What You Believe In" by Arundhati Roy

About the Authors

Masha Gessen is a Russian-American journalist, author, and activist. She is a staff writer for The New Yorker and the author of several books, including The Man Without a Face: The Unlikely Rise of Vladimir Putin.

Bill McKibben is an American environmentalist and author. He is the founder of 350.org, a global climate change movement. He is the author of several books, including The End of Nature and Eaarth: Making a Life on a Tough New Planet.

Salman Rushdie is an Indian-British writer. He is the author of several novels, including Midnight's Children, Shame, and The Satanic Verses. He has won numerous awards, including the Booker Prize and the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Toni Morrison is an American novelist, essayist, and professor. She is the author of several novels, including Beloved, The Bluest Eye, and Song of Solomon. She has won numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize and the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Arundhati Roy is an Indian author and activist. She is the author of two novels, The God of Small Things and The Ministry of Utmost Happiness. She has won numerous awards, including the Booker Prize and the Lannan Cultural Freedom Prize.

Report From Planet Midnight is a powerful and timely collection of essays by outspoken authors. These authors are not afraid to tackle the tough issues facing our planet, and they do so with passion, intelligence, and a deep commitment to truth. Their essays are a call to action, a reminder that we cannot afford to be silent in the face of injustice. Report From Planet Midnight is a book that will inspire you, challenge you, and make you think. It is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of our planet.

Report from Planet Midnight (Outspoken Authors Book 9)

by Nalo Hopkinson

4.6 out of 5