Esther Earl’s inspiring memoir available at NBS

MANILA, Philippines - Meet the girl who inspired John Green (and many others). Diagnosed with thyroid cancer at age 12, Esther (Persian for “Star”) Earl was an exceptionally bright and talented — but very normal — teenager. She lived a hope-filled and generous life as she navigated her physical decline with grace. A cheerful, positive and encouraging daughter, sister and friend, Esther died shortly after turning 16 but not before inspiring thousands through her growing online presence.

This Star Won’t Go Out: The Life and Words of Esther Grace Earl by Esther Earl with Lori and Wayne Earl, tells her story. This unique memoir collects Esther‘s journals, fictions, letters and sketches, Photographs and essays by family and friends help tell Esther’s story, along with an introduction by award-winning author John Green who dedicated his No. 1 bestseller The Fault in Our Stars to her.

Now available at National Book Store.