What is Gene Stone's highest-rated book?

"How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease by Michael Greger and Gene Stone" is Gene Stone's highest-rated book on LuvemBooks, with a reader rating of 4.7/5.

How many Gene Stone books are reviewed on LuvemBooks?

We have reviewed 3 books by Gene Stone.

What genres does Gene Stone write?

Gene Stone's books span genres including Science & Nature, Cooking & Food, Health & Wellness.

We have reviewed three of Gene Stone's books, all focused on plant-based nutrition and disease prevention. How Not to Die (co-authored with Michael Greger) presents the scientific case for a whole-food, plant-based diet in preventing and reversing chronic disease. The How Not to Die Cookbook follows with over 100 recipes designed to put those principles into practice. Forks Over Knives explores the connection between diet and health outcomes through a similar evidence-based lens.

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Gene Stone

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Born 1951

Gene Stone is an American writer and editor known for his books on animal rights and plant-based food.

On LuvemBooks, we've reviewed 3 of Gene Stone's books, including How Not to Die, The How Not to Die Cookbook, and Forks Over Knives.

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Gene Stone books in order

14 books; 1 reviewed on LuvemBooks. Dates and covers from Amazon.

1996
Dr. Fulford's Touch of Life
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1998
The Halo Effect
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1999
Volunteering
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2010
The Secrets of People Who Never Get Sick
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2013
Finding the Next Steve Jobs
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2014
The Awareness
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2015
Living the Farm Sanctuary Life
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2015
How Not to Die
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2016
The Trump Survival Guide
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2017
Mercy For Animals
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2018
Eat for the Planet
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2019
Rescue Dogs
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2020
Animalkind
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2021
72 Reasons to Be Vegan: Why Plant-Based. Why Now.
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How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease by Michael Greger and Gene Stone

4.7/5

reader rating · 28,889 ratings

How Not to Die: Revised and Updated is a New York Times bestseller by physician Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM, and co-author Gene Stone, now available as an audiobook from Macmillan Audio narrated by Greger himself. The book makes the case that the fifteen leading causes of disease-related death are largely preventable through diet and lifestyle, marshalling peer-reviewed scientific evidence to identify the foods and habits designed to extend healthy life. This review is based on the book's content and published reception, not hands-on use.

Reviewed Jul 18, 2026

The How Not to Die Cookbook: 100+ Recipes to Help Prevent and Reverse Disease

4.6/5

reader rating · 11,847 ratings

Published by Flatiron Books in December 2017, The How Not to Die Cookbook is the practical, recipe-driven follow-up to Michael Greger's New York Times bestselling book How Not to Die, delivering more than 120 plant-based recipes for meals, snacks, and beverages designed to help prevent and reverse disease — grounded in Greger's Daily Dozen framework and intended for health-conscious home cooks ready to put science-backed nutrition into action.

Reviewed Feb 19, 2026

Forks Over Knives

4.5/5

reader rating · 3,300 ratings

Edited by Gene Stone, with forewords by T. Colin Campbell and Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Forks Over Knives is a New York Times bestseller that builds on the landmark 2011 documentary to make the case that a whole-food, plant-based diet can prevent and reverse chronic diseases including heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. It is an essential entry point for readers curious about the science and practice behind plant-based eating.

Reviewed Apr 3, 2026

Ask LuvemBooks about Gene Stone

Gene Stone is an American writer and editor specializing in plant-based nutrition and disease prevention. His collaborations with medical experts—including the bestselling How Not to Die, which carries a 4.7/5 reader rating—translate rigorous nutritional science into accessible, evidence-based guides for readers seeking to reverse chronic illness through diet.

Where should I start?: How Not to Die is the strongest entry point. With a 4.7/5 reader rating across nearly 29,000 reviews, it offers the most comprehensive and accessible introduction to Stone's approach: grounding nutrition advice in peer-reviewed science while remaining practical enough for everyday use. If you prefer recipes and meal planning, The How Not to Die Cookbook builds on those same principles with actionable guidance.
What's their writing style?: Stone writes in a clear, direct voice focused on translating medical research without oversimplifying. His sentences are typically short and evidence-anchored; he avoids rhetorical flourish in favor of specificity—naming foods, citing studies, and walking readers through the 'why' behind recommendations. This approach makes his collaborations feel like a knowledgeable doctor explaining findings rather than a wellness influencer selling a lifestyle.
Books we've reviewed: We have reviewed three of Gene Stone's books, all focused on plant-based nutrition and disease prevention. How Not to Die (co-authored with Michael Greger) presents the scientific case for a whole-food, plant-based diet in preventing and reversing chronic disease. The How Not to Die Cookbook follows with over 100 recipes designed to put those principles into practice. Forks Over Knives explores the connection between diet and health outcomes through a similar evidence-based lens.
How do their books compare?: How Not to Die is the foundational text—dense with research and organized by disease, ideal for readers wanting the full scientific picture. The How Not to Die Cookbook assumes familiarity with that framework and shifts focus entirely to implementation: 100+ recipes with minimal theory. Forks Over Knives sits in the middle, offering a broader narrative about diet and health without the prescription-by-prescription detail of the first book. Reader ratings are consistently high (4.5–4.7/5 across all three), suggesting each serves its intended purpose well.
What genre do they write?: Stone's reviewed works fall within Health & Wellness, specifically in the nutrition and disease-prevention nonfiction space. These are evidence-based practical guides rather than memoir or narrative-driven wellness books. The writing combines elements of medical reporting, nutritional science, and self-help instruction.

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Gene Stone is an American writer and editor known for bringing complex scientific research to mainstream audiences. He has built a reputation as a collaborator on high-impact health and nutrition books, working alongside doctors and researchers to translate medical findings into practical, reader-friendly formats. His work focuses on plant-based nutrition and disease prevention.

A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking

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First published in 1988, Stephen Hawking's A Brief History of Time remains one of the most consequential works of popular science ever written, having sold more than 25 million copies in 40 languages and earned a place on Time magazine's list of the 100 best nonfiction books since the publication's founding — a record that speaks for itself.

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