NBC anchor Savannah Guthrie's latest book, "Mostly What God Does," experienced a remarkable surge in popularity. The book quickly sold out upon its release last week. The high demand not only made the book a bestseller but also attracted scammers selling fake copies and workbooks.
After taking aback by this unexpected turn, Guthrie took to social media to warn her readers about these imitations, emphasizing that she did not write any workbooks associated with her book. Guthrie's mom informed her about the fake copies. She was surprised when her mom sent her one, labeled as a workbook and even designed in yellow like the real book. Guthrie clarified she did not create any workbooks, advising people not to purchase them.
The screenshots Guthrie posted revealed two fake books: "Mostly What God Does handbooks," which has her name misspelled as 'Savanah Gathrie,' and "Interactive Guide to Savannah Guthrie's Book."
Damon Reiss, Guthrie's publisher from HarperCollins' imprint W Publishing Group, explained that fake books are not uncommon to surface when a new release achieves rapid success, especially when reaching the no. 1 spot.
Guthrie shares her journey with faith and connection with God in her book. Having spent years studying the Bible and growing up in a household where God was regarded as a family member, Guthrie learned the art of relying on her faith. The book serves as a user guide for those curious about integrating faith into their everyday lives.
In an interview with the Los Angeles Times, Guthrie shared that the book discusses faith from a Christian perspective and emphasizes having a real-world relationship with God. The book delves into her personal experiences, acknowledging that faith is discovered in real-life situations, especially during trials, disappointments, and setbacks.
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Despite these challenges, the genuine success of Guthrie's book was celebrated by her colleagues, who organized a joyful book party at Peoplehood in New York's Chelsea neighborhood. The event was attended by various media personalities, including Deborah Roberts, Diane Sawyer, Lester Holt, Poppy Harlow, Stephanie Ruhle, and Arianna Huffington, along with the lieutenant governor of New York, Antonio Delgado.
At the intimate party, Guthrie expressed joy in reaching readers from various backgrounds and beliefs, noting that her book's themes have a universal appeal. She aspires for it to provide comfort akin to a warm hug.
Guthrie, dedicated to her two children, reflected on her life's imperfect moments, aiming to share the lessons she learned during challenging times. Guthrie emphasized the importance of understanding faith and its role in navigating difficulties. She hoped her children would grasp the insights she had gained about a loving higher power.
Guthrie expressed her surprise at the reception, admitting that putting herself out there in such a personal way was initially intimidating. However, the positive response exceeded her expectations, indicating a widespread eagerness among the audience to engage in conversations about faith and establish deeper connections.
Despite the challenges posed by fake copies, Amazon made efforts to remove them from Amazon, ensuring readers had access to the authentic and widely acclaimed "Mostly What God Does."
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