A work in progress a memoir

In this intimate memoir of life beyond the camera, Connor Franta shares the lessons he has learned on his journey from small-town boy to Internet sensation--so far. Connor offers a look at his Midwestern upbringing as one of four children in the home and one of five in the classroom; his struggles w...

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Main Author: Franta, Connor, 1992- (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: New York : Keywords Press/Atria, 2015.
Edition: First Keywords Press/Atria paperback edition.
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Summary: In this intimate memoir of life beyond the camera, Connor Franta shares the lessons he has learned on his journey from small-town boy to Internet sensation--so far. Connor offers a look at his Midwestern upbringing as one of four children in the home and one of five in the classroom; his struggles with identity, body image, and sexuality in his teen years; and his decision to finally pursue his creative and artistic passions in his early twenties, setting up his thrilling career as a YouTube personality, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and tastemaker. Exploring his past with insight and humor, his present with humility, and his future with hope, Connor reveals his private struggles while providing heartfelt words of wisdom for young adults. His words will resonate with anyone coming of age in the digital era, but at the core is a timeless message for people of all ages: don't be afraid to be yourself and to go after what you truly want.--From publisher description.
Physical Description: 212 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm
ISBN: 9781476791616
1476791619
Author Notes: Connor Franta is an American YouTube personality, LGBTQ Philanthropist, entrepreneur and author. He is the author of A Work in Progress which was the Goodreads Choice Award Winner for Best Memoir & Autobiography (2015). His other book is Note to Self. He is the founder of Common Culture, a lifestyle brand which offers clothing, premium coffee, and music.

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