Simon & Schuster CEO Reveals His WORST Reading Experience Ever

Many years ago, Simon & Schuster CEO made the decision to read THE GIVING TREE to his child and the result was a reading experience he will never forget (or forgive!) Jon dives into the devastating story, it's lasting impression, and even what Shel Silverstein had to say about the book himself. If you're a parent looking to expose your child to a timeless children's literary classic, Jon recommends something less "traumatic," like Harold & the Purple Crayon, instead. For more Word According to Karp recommendations from Jonathan Karp, click here: http://spr.ly/6009yB4FS CONNECT WITH SIMON & SCHUSTER Website: https://www.simonandschuster.com/ Twitter:   / simonschuster   Facebook:   / simonandschuster   Instagram:   / simonandschuster