A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. Poster of the 2019 movie and cover of the 1998 book, Can you say... hero?
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Can you say... hero?
Tom Junod, 1998
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Marielle Heller, 2019

In 1998, in the beginning of an episode of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, Mr. Rogers displays a picture board with five doors. The fourth door is opened to reveal the face of Mr. Roger’s troubled new friend, Lloyd Vogel. Lloyd Vogel is an Esquire journalist known for his cynical writing style who is assigned a profile of Fred Rogers. Vogel will overcome his skepticism, learning about empathy, kindness, and decency from America’s most beloved neighbor.


The Motel Life. Poster of the 2012 movie and cover of the 2006 book
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The Motel Life
Willy Vlautin, 2006
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Alan Polsky, Gabe Polsky, 2012

Frank and Jerry Lee Flannigan lead an itinerant lifestyle, taking on various odd jobs, indulging in heavy drinking, and wandering between motels. Their solace lies in Frank’s captivating tales and Jerry Lee’s intricate artwork. However, their world takes a sharp turn when Jerry Lee becomes entangled in a hit-and-run incident. This event compels the siblings to embark on a journey across the state, leading them to the doorstep of Annie, a former flame of Frank’s.