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By Hoda Kotb

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    About I Really Needed This Today

    AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

    From New York Times bestselling author and beloved Today show co-host Hoda Kotb comes an inspiring collection of quotes–drawn from her own personal favorites featured on her enormously popular Instagram account–that offer wisdom, courage, and hope.

    Several years ago, Today show co-host Hoda Kotb began posting a variety of quotes on her Instagram page. Some were penned by a favorite writer; others offered a dose of love or laughter. She thought the quotes were meaningful only to her, but soon a funny thing started happening – reactions poured in from thousands of people who were just as moved. The quotes weren’t only providing inspiration to Hoda, they were comforting and connecting people. So many of their comments read, “I really needed this today,” a phrase that inspired the book’s title.

    In I Really Needed This Today, Hoda not only shares 365 sayings and quotes, she writes about the people and experiences that have pushed her to challenge boundaries, embrace change, and explore relationships to their fullest. Written with her signature wit and warmth, this book is the ideal companion to tuck beside your bed or to bring with you on-the-go to keep you motivated, recharged, and inspired each day.

    About I Really Needed This Today

    AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

    From New York Times bestselling author and beloved Today show co-host Hoda Kotb comes an inspiring collection of quotes–drawn from her own personal favorites featured on her enormously popular Instagram account–that offer wisdom, courage, and hope.

    Several years ago, Today show co-host Hoda Kotb began posting a variety of quotes on her Instagram page. Some were penned by a favorite writer; others offered a dose of love or laughter. She thought the quotes were meaningful only to her, but soon a funny thing started happening – reactions poured in from thousands of people who were just as moved. The quotes weren’t only providing inspiration to Hoda, they were comforting and connecting people. So many of their comments read, “I really needed this today,” a phrase that inspired the book’s title.

    In I Really Needed This Today, Hoda not only shares 365 sayings and quotes, she writes about the people and experiences that have pushed her to challenge boundaries, embrace change, and explore relationships to their fullest. Written with her signature wit and warmth, this book is the ideal companion to tuck beside your bed or to bring with you on-the-go to keep you motivated, recharged, and inspired each day.

    About I Really Needed This Today

    AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

    From New York Times bestselling author and beloved Today show co-host Hoda Kotb comes an inspiring collection of quotes–drawn from her own personal favorites featured on her enormously popular Instagram account–that offer wisdom, courage, and hope.

    Several years ago, Today show co-host Hoda Kotb began posting a variety of quotes on her Instagram page. Some were penned by a favorite writer; others offered a dose of love or laughter. She thought the quotes were meaningful only to her, but soon a funny thing started happening – reactions poured in from thousands of people who were just as moved. The quotes weren’t only providing inspiration to Hoda, they were comforting and connecting people. So many of their comments read, “I really needed this today,” a phrase that inspired the book’s title.

    In I Really Needed This Today, Hoda not only shares 365 sayings and quotes, she writes about the people and experiences that have pushed her to challenge boundaries, embrace change, and explore relationships to their fullest. Written with her signature wit and warmth, this book is the ideal companion to tuck beside your bed or to bring with you on-the-go to keep you motivated, recharged, and inspired each day.

    About I Really Needed This Today

    AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

    From New York Times bestselling author and beloved Today show co-host Hoda Kotb comes an inspiring collection of quotes–drawn from her own personal favorites featured on her enormously popular Instagram account–that offer wisdom, courage, and hope.

    Several years ago, Today show co-host Hoda Kotb began posting a variety of quotes on her Instagram page. Some were penned by a favorite writer; others offered a dose of love or laughter. She thought the quotes were meaningful only to her, but soon a funny thing started happening – reactions poured in from thousands of people who were just as moved. The quotes weren’t only providing inspiration to Hoda, they were comforting and connecting people. So many of their comments read, “I really needed this today,” a phrase that inspired the book’s title.

    In I Really Needed This Today, Hoda not only shares 365 sayings and quotes, she writes about the people and experiences that have pushed her to challenge boundaries, embrace change, and explore relationships to their fullest. Written with her signature wit and warmth, this book is the ideal companion to tuck beside your bed or to bring with you on-the-go to keep you motivated, recharged, and inspired each day.

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    About Hoda Kotb

    Hoda Kotb was named co-anchor of the fourth hour of Today in 2007 and co-anchor of the flagship hour in 2018. She has also been a Dateline NBC correspondent since 1998 and is a New York Times bestselling author for… More about Hoda Kotb

    About Hoda Kotb

    Hoda Kotb was named co-anchor of the fourth hour of Today in 2007 and co-anchor of the flagship hour in 2018. She has also been a Dateline NBC correspondent since 1998 and is a New York Times bestselling author for… More about Hoda Kotb

    About Hoda Kotb

    Hoda Kotb was named co-anchor of the fourth hour of Today in 2007 and co-anchor of the flagship hour in 2018. She has also been a Dateline NBC correspondent since 1998 and is a New York Times bestselling author for… More about Hoda Kotb

    About Hoda Kotb

    Hoda Kotb was named co-anchor of the fourth hour of Today in 2007 and co-anchor of the flagship hour in 2018. She has also been a Dateline NBC correspondent since 1998 and is a New York Times bestselling author for… More about Hoda Kotb

    Product Details

    Category: Reference | Inspiration & Motivation | Personal Growth

    Hardcover | $24.00
    Published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons
    Oct 15, 2019 | 384 Pages | 5-5/8 x 7-1/4 | ISBN 9780735217416

    Category: Reference | Inspiration & Motivation | Personal Growth

    Ebook | $11.99
    Published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons
    Oct 15, 2019 | 384 Pages | ISBN 9780735217423

    Category: Reference | Inspiration & Motivation | Personal Growth | Audiobooks

    CD | $30.00
    Published by Penguin Audio
    Oct 15, 2019 | 270 Minutes | ISBN 9780525636236

    Category: Reference | Inspiration & Motivation | Personal Growth | Audiobooks

    Audiobook Download | $15.00
    Published by Penguin Audio
    Oct 15, 2019 | 270 Minutes | ISBN 9780525636243

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    Praise

    “With Hoda’s signature warmth and humor, this book collects her favorite quotes and pairs them with reflections on their meaning for a stocking stuffer any Today fan would love. It will find an immediate place on her bedside table, for a quick morning pick-me-up or a sweet sendoff to each day.”—Good Housekeeping 

    “Written with the same wit and warmth viewers see every morning on Today.”—Parade

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