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In the Form of a Question
The Joys and Rewards of a Curious Life
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An inspirational, witty, and bold memoir from the most successful woman ever to compete on Jeopardy!—an exploration of what it means to ask questions of the world and of yourself as well as a passionate "ode to learning" (People).
In eighth grade, Amy was voted "Most likely to appear on Jeopardy!" by her classmates. Decades later, this trailblazer finally got her chance. Not only did she walk away with $1.3 million while captivating the world with her impressive forty-game winning streak, but she made history and won an even greater prize—the joy of being herself on national television and blazing a trail for openly queer and transgender people around the world. Now, she shares her singular journey that led to becoming an unlikely icon and hero to millions. Her superpower: Boundless curiosity and fearless questioning.
"A funny, memorable, philosophical take on life" (Kirkus Reviews) In the Form of a Question explores some of the innumerable topics that have fascinated Amy throughout her life—books and music, Tarot and astrology, popular culture and computers, sex and relationships—but they all share the same purpose: to illustrate, and celebrate, the results of a lifetime spent asking, why? "Funny, candid, and confident...this is no ordinary Jeopardy! memoir...[and] Amy Schneider is no ordinary Jeopardy! champion" (Ken Jennings).
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Release date
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OverDrive Listen audiobook
- ISBN: 9781797163369
- File size: 195506 KB
- Duration: 06:47:18
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Languages
- English
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Reviews
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Starred review from March 1, 2024
Schneider, the incredibly successful Jeopardy champion who won over $1.3 million, showcases her wide range of interests and explores her highly Catholic-influenced upbringing in Dayton, OH. Her memoir's subtitle should alert listeners that her Jeopardy run isn't the main focus. Although some chapters feel like filler, all help listeners get to know Amy as she touches on her love of learning, living with ADHD, her journey to discovering she was trans, sex, drugs, and her post-Jeopardy fame and how she plans to leverage it. Each chapter title comes, of course, in the form of a question, and Schneider's narration exposes her quirky personality and sense of humor. Listeners will enjoy how her conversation style conveys her warmth and approachability. Hearing her voice is essential when she discusses her past, including reflections on gender and sexuality and her life as a trans woman. VERDICT Schneider is not only curious; she is also interesting. Fans of her meteoric run on Jeopardy will enjoy this debut memoir, which provides food for thought for anyone curious about all the trivia of life.--Christa Van Herreweghe
Copyright 2024 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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