I'm not familiar with Mitch Albom but what are your favorite books by him?
"Tuesdays with Morrie" and "Have a Little Faith" are his best works.
Anything specifically brought him to your attention originally? I'd love to hear it
"Tuesdays with Morrie" came out in 1997 and chronicled his relationship with his old sociology professor who was dying of ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). His best works are non-fiction. They really tug at your heart and show you what is important in life.
That sounds like an amazing book to read and this Mitch Albom sounds like an inspirational fellow.
He is. My sister recommended the book to me, Tuesdays with Morrie. Morrie was featured on the show "Nightline" and that is how Albom got in touch with him. All of his works share a theme of humanity and grace. Something the planet could sure use a dose of nowadays!
I agree, I see he's a charitable and kind person as well. Could be a good role model for young adults coming up
He also works with a few charitable causes including those that provide help to the homeless. I think it's important for people to practice what they preach so I like that about him as well. 
I agree I think it's very important to give back once you've gotten far in life and have had success. He seems to be an individual that hasn't let success change his core beliefs.
He was originally just a sports writer based out of Detroit until he started writing these inspirational books later in life. Well, he was in his late 30s when he wrote "Tuesdays with Morrie". Do you think you'll read any of his works?