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1. In 2011 the first installment of what eventually would become an erotic trilogy by a British author was self-published as an ebook. Soon it rocketed to the top of the New York Times ebook and print bestseller lists, earning it a contract with Vintage Books. Who is the successful, but rather naughty author who thrilled readers with her many hues of a certain color?
2. Due to an e. coli meningitis-related seizure a neurosurgeon fell into a coma for seven days. What is the title of the slightly controversial first person narrative sub-titled "A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife" which he wrote about his near death experience, a book that has continued to fascinate readers?
3. Through her production company Pacific Standard, actress Reese Witherspoon purchased the rights to which novel written by Gillian Flynn, who also adapted her work into a screenplay?
4. Shortly after the initial release of "Fifty Shades of Grey", "Bared to You", a book with a similar theme, was published as the first installation of the "Crossfire" series. Which author penned this novel as well as its follow-ups "Reflected in You" and "Entwined with You"?
5. Born in 1917 to Italian parents, Louis Zamperini grew to become a World War II hero and eventually a Christian inspirational speaker focusing on the significance of forgiveness in life. Which author listed below is responsible for "Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption", a nonfiction account of Mr Zamperini's life?
6. Dare to time travel, fellow trivia buffs! Passing through a portal inside a diner's pantry, you are transported back to September 9 1958, yet the more important date which this novel focuses on is November 22 1963. Which author, usually known for his horror stories, made the grade when he wrote about the assassination of the 35th US-President?
7. It was this author's first published novel and yet it became an instant bestseller: Boosting tissue sales everywhere, this tear jerker of a book is about two soul mates whose love transcends several decades. Who is the author of this love story entitled "The Notebook"?
8. Which of the following very popular authors publishes an average of two to three novels a year? A few installations of his well known "Alex Cross" series have also been turned into movies.
9. A different perspective of life after death is offered by this work: What is the title of the book that recounts the experiences of a pastor's child while on the operating table and which deals with his direct encounters with the afterlife?
10. No doubt, Dracula would snub the mere idea to refuse human blood: Which book about a vegetarian vampire and his soul mate spawned a number of sequels as well as a successful movie franchise?
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