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Just Because

By: Matthew McConaughey
Narrated by: Matthew McConaughey
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Publisher's summary

The debut picture book by Academy Award-winning actor and #1 New York Times bestselling author Matthew McConaughey—adapted for audio

Just because I’m in the race,

doesn’t mean I’m fully ready.

Just because I’m shaking,

doesn’t mean that I’m not steady.

Have you ever felt worried and excited at the same time?

Have you ever had your feelings hurt but forgiven someone anyway?

Have you ever thought there was more than one right answer to a question?

That’s because contradictions are all around us. And they make us who we are.

Filled with his trademark humor and wisdom, Academy Award-winning actor and #1 New York Times bestselling author Matthew McConaughey has crafted a soulful and irreverent collection of life lessons that empowers listeners, big and small, to celebrate how we are all full of possibility.

Why? Just because.

©2023 Matthew McConaughey (P)2023 Listening Library
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Critic reviews

"Charming and thought-provoking proof that we all contain multitudes."—Kirkus Reviews

"The homespun homilies effectively communicate that everyone’s a complex being trying their best, that things move on—and that life can be alright, alright, alright."—Publishers Weekly

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poetic and true

So very true! very entertaining, made me laugh and who doesn’t like Matthew M. -he is so genuine and sincere

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Lovely rhythm

“Just Because”, is full of examples of triumphs. No matter if... you don't understand doesn't mean you never will.

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A good & thoughtful journey

He takes us on a short, A good and thoughtful journey to make us aware.

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I’m a mental health professional. Been Working in the schools with Native American youth since 2004.
I shall share copies of this book with students, and play the audiobook performed by Mr. Matthew M himself. That way we can read along, with him and hear his artistic rhythms. Very grateful, and blessings up!

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Makes you think!

This is a short sweet book. It rings true and makes you think. I think this would be a great book to read to the little ones and a great book for young adults to read. With all of the negativity in our world right now, this book is refreshing!

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Simplicity and profundity.

Simple words with deep meanings hit hard, “just because” opens the mind to more perspectives that are right in front of us. It means so much more too when Matthew McConaughey reads it, that bit of extra feeling and tone is such a gift.

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Because

Short to point the on how to reflect on other and life. Just let go

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Just Because... It's Matthew...

I have this book 5 stars because I trust Matthew McConaughey's words of advice. He's more than just a movie star, He's someone who cares.

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Realness

This book was real, things we know already but didn’t think about. No matter what age group this was intended for it really hits home. In my life currently this was an eye opener! It made sense! It helped! I really love the realness!!!!!

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Must need no matter what age

Loved this & def something that needed to accidentally fall into my lap right now! Makes you open your eyes of possibilities & how something may seem, isn’t always how it really is.

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