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Six Conversations We're Scared to Have

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Six Conversations We're Scared to Have

By: Deborah Frances-White
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 From the bestselling author of The Guilty Feminist, a book about how to change minds - including your own

'An essential guide for fostering nuanced and intricate conversations in today's polarized society' GILLIAN ANDERSON
'Tackles thorny, volatile issues with wit and insight' INDEPENDENT, BOOKS OF THE MONTH
'The book we need right now' DAVID TENNANT
'Thought-provoking and witty' MARIE CLAIRE
'If you have ever felt shut down, this book is a godsend' EMMA THOMPSON
'Shows us that progress lies in the imperfect spaces, where our shared humanity gives empathy the freedom to stretch out' THE TIMES
'Finally! A book to succinctly express the complexity of our age' TOM ALLEN

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We are understandably scared to have difficult conversations right now. But comedian and bestselling writer Deborah Frances-White is even more scared of not having them.

Having grown up in a cult which shut down any dissent, Deborah sees the same tactics being used in our rapidly changing society. She knows the value of freedom of speech, critical thinking and the ability to argue well. And as the host of hit podcast The Guilty Feminist, she has been having difficult conversations in public for almost a decade.

In her new, urgent page-turner Deborah examines how the world has come to this and what we can actually do about it. Most importantly, she explores how to change minds, including our own. Deborah invites us to boldly meet this moment in history with hope, clarity and courage. She has written, as Desiree Burch says, 'a book to leave you transformed.'

Are you ready to talk?©2022 Deborah Frances-White (P)2022 Hachette Audio UK Gender Studies Social Sciences Discrimination Comedy

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Brilliantly written and read with solid reasoning, expert advice and well considered points. This book is precisely what I needed to hear in understanding how to talk about difficult topics with those of opposing views. Thank you DFB. I’m a Guilty (intersectional) Feminist but… I’m confident of how to discuss that now.

Vital listening in a fractured world

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Deborah weaves together phenomenal storytelling, history and comedy to create a powerful message about the ways the world has evolved for the worse and how we can come together to overcome some of the undeniably horrifying challenges we face today. I had to stop so many times to write down notes on the street as I listened. This book is essential for anyone who needs a spot of hope and wants to understand where we go to from here. Thank you.

Essential and Inspiring

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I am so grateful for your insightful book. It has been incredibly enlightening and helpful, and it was great to hear someone share how I feel about the topic on our unfair prison system in the UK that you discussed. Your book is a powerful tool for meaningful change, and I believe it can inspire countless others to have more loving compassion.

Brilliant!

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I loved this book. It really makes you think about things differently, but it isn't preachy. It is so well researched, intelligently written and compassionate. I really enjoyed it.

Incredible Book - Everyone Should Read!

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I have learned so much from this well researched and intelligent book.
If only more of those who hold the view that “it’s my opinion and I have every right to it” could embrace a different perspective and be enlightened by it.
Perhaps in other countries there will be those who can embrace opinions contrary to their own, really listen to them and be prepared to change their minds. However, in the U.K. where a race to the bottom is the predominant m.o. and the lowest common denominators have the loudest voices and influence, it seems impossible. The dystopia, which is this allegedly 1st world country, will continue until it implodes.

Inciteful, informative and intelligent

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I really enjoyed this book. The author has a very interesting perspective that is well worth delving into. As an ex-jw (born in) myself, I found myself agreeing with pretty much everything that she says. Manipulation tactics are so much easier to spot when critical thinking is used, and the author is very fair in seeing and explaining from all angles. She looks at why people hold the views that they have, and how easily someone, or group of people, can suddenly become "the enemy".
Well worth reading/listening. I'm on my 4th listen, now.

This is one to share!

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Just an outstanding book. Really makes you rethink your approach to challenging and debate. Thank you

Just outstanding

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Beautifully argued, deeply humane, and committed to understanding the problems faced not only by the marginalised but also those who want to keep them marginalised. A genuine longing to find ways of hope.

Essential and engaging

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Engaging and thought provoking book. Add to your MUST read list for 2025 and bulk buy to gift to everyone you know for Christmas. Actually, their birthdays- this just cannot wait.

An essential listen for all those feeling a little alone

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This book is an insightful delve in to the dark that could lie ahead for humanity. It is very well written and read and will (hopefully) leave you wanting to help to make change.

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