{"title":"Doree Shafrir","description":"\u003cp\u003eDoree Shafrir is a gifted author and journalist who brings a fresh and insightful perspective to the world of general fiction. Known for her witty and astute observations, Shafrir effortlessly captures the complexities of modern life, particularly the interplay between personal and professional realms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her standout works, \u003cem\u003eStartup\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies her keen ability to weave a narrative filled with relatable characters and timely themes. Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York's bustling tech scene, \u003cem\u003eStartup\u003c\/em\u003e delves into the multifaceted lives of millennials navigating ambition, identity, and the quest for success in an ever-evolving digital landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShafrir's writing resonates with readers who appreciate a blend of humour, drama, and social commentary. Her background as a journalist enriches her storytelling, providing a nuanced understanding of contemporary issues that add depth to her fiction. Explore Doree Shafrir's collection to experience stories that are as entertaining as they are enlightening, offering a compelling glimpse into the intricacies of modern society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"startup-by-doree-shafrir-9780316360364","title":"Startup","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the veteran online journalist Doree Shafrir, a sharp, hugely entertaining story of youth, ambition, love, money and technology's inability to hack human nature.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMack McAllister\u003c\/em\u003e has a $600 million dollar idea. His mindfulness app, TakeOff, is already the hottest thing in tech and he's about to launch a new and improved version that promises to bring investors running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKatya Pasternack, an ambitious young journalist at a gossipy tech blog, is hungry for a scoop that will drive traffic. Sabrina Choe Blum, an exhausted mother of two and failed creative writer, just wants to stay afloat as she tries to escape from her credit card debt and an inattentive husband—who also happens to be Katya's boss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the ink on Mack's latest round of funding is dry, an errant text message hints that he may be working a bit too closely for comfort with a young social media manager in his office. When Mack's bad behaviour collides with Katya's search for a salacious post, Sabrina gets caught in the middle as TakeOff goes viral for all the wrong reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the fallout engulfs the lower Manhattan office building where all three work, it's up to Katya and Sabrina to write the story the men in their lives would prefer remain untold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46715055243500,"sku":"9780316360364","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/17086643482300.jpg?v=1754382150"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/doree-shafrir.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}