For One Direction fans—or anyone curious about the world of One Direction fans—Everything I Need I Get from You: How Fangirls Created the Internet as We Know It is an essential read. Writer Kaitlyn Tiffany maps out the world of stan culture and argues that instead of mocking or underestimating fangirls and fandoms, we should acknowledge their influence as the driving force behind the internet as we understand it today. From dissecting digital trends to diving into conspiracy theories, Tiffany creates a compelling picture of the people responsible for shaping the way we communicate and interact online. —Mahita Gajanan
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