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Greenlights

Written by: Matthew McConaughey
Narrated by: Matthew McConaughey
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Publisher's Summary


You may think you know all there is to know about beloved Hollywood actor Matthew McConaughey. But the Academy Award winner’s memoir, which he narrates, is a delightfully honest and inspiring look at the actor’s life experiences and hard-earned lessons that will surprise even his biggest fans.

Matthew McConaughey has starred in comedies like Dazed and Confused and rom-coms like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, and won an Oscar for his incredible performance in the drama Dallas Buyers Club. Famous not only for his "alright, alright, alright" and "you just gotta keep livin’ man" catchphrases, the actor is also down to earth and passionately Texan. In 2015, he began co-teaching the "Script to Screen" film production class at the University of Texas at Austin.

Greenlights was an actual labour of love for McConaughey, who took it upon himself to escape to the desert for 52 days without electricity to write the book. Relying on his diaries and journals, which he began to keep in high school, the book has been described as a memoir, but McConaughey calls it an "approach book." It’s filled with the kind of wisdom found in the best self-help books, and, McConaughey says, "it’s also a guide to catching more green lights—and to realizing that the yellows and reds eventually turn green too."

The audiobook is narrated by Matthew McConaughey, driving home his message of setbacks not always being bad, unconventional wisdom and advice that will prove invaluable to your journey, no matter what stage you find yourself in. This is a great book to enjoy in audio format for fans of the beloved actor and anyone who enjoys a captivating memoir alike.

What the critics say

“Matthew McConaughey’s book is exactly what we needed after the frenzy of Campaign 2020. . . . [A] much-needed breather . . . [and] a recuperative journey . . . it is both calming and laugh, laugh, laugh-out-loud funny.” Hugh Hewitt, The Washington Post

“A delightful surprise, full of stories that [haven’t] been shared on late night talk shows or made headlines over the years. It’s a wild ride to be sure, but if you enjoy McConaughey and all of the eccentricities and contradictions that come with him, it’s one you won’t want to miss.” Texas Monthly

“A brilliant memoir . . . [Greenlights] is unmistakeably ‘a book that only Matthew McConaughey could have written.’ This is a good thing.” The Times Magazine (UK)

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wonderful book

Matthew is so insightful, positive and wonderfully detailed. I love the way he shares his life in the book. with a big smile on my face I can see things differently. You won't be dissapointed.!

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Phenomenal

Well alrighty, alrighty, alrighty. This book is full on pedal to the metal, Greenlight go!

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Fastest book I ever finished...well the only book.

Listening to Matthew tell us about his moments of joy and tears of laughter, along with set backs and moments of reflection will capture your ear, your mind and your heart.

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loved it

A mix of memoirs, life lessons, bumper stickers and reflections. Doesn't hurt to listen to Matthew's dreamy voice and sexy accent ;)

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Inspired

Awesome book. I could relate on a good few experiences!

“An honest mans pillow is his piece of mind.
And when we lie on ours at night no matter who is in our bed
We all sleep alone”

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exceptional!

It made me smile at times and teary at others. Witty, inspirational, well written, didn't want it to end. I just loved the messages within the Amory! Bravo

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AMAZING

Hands down the best book I've ever listened to. This man has changed my life for the better with this book. Greenlight

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Great full

Great refreshing story like a cold beer in a hot summer day ,moral to look within and a voice like sweet honey! Thank you Matthew for sharing 😊

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Deserves to be read

Great voice and stories, light but insightful. It's a must read, I truly recommend it!!!

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Coolness personified

The story couldn't have been about anyone else. Good listen. A funny and enjoyable listen.

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