Scrappy Little Nobody Paperback – Import

It's true what they say you never really know whats going on in another person's head. It's a good read to learn that the person on screen is just that a character whilst some of who she is comes through its like the shallow end of an ocean.

Kind of late to the party with this review but whatever. I've read the hardcover and listened to the audiobook. My review is 3.5 stars so I'll round it up to 4Like Anna, I'm from Maine. We don't have many celebrities that come from our state. That's part of the reason why I'm a fan of hers. So when she wrote a book I decided to buy it. A lot of people are saying she's "too young" to write a book. I think they're half right. The book would've been better had she waited until she retired but at the same time she's had a very abnormal life that's worth telling. That being said, I wouldn't be surprised if this book was just an easy money maker for her, just capitalizing on her fameAs for the book, it wasn't bad. A good mixture of personal life and career. I saw some reviews complaining about Anna discussing her sex life and other personal stories. I don't have an issue with it. If you just wanted to hear about her career you could Google it or go through her Wikipedia page. I honestly thought her personal "normal" life was more interesting to hear about. Her upbringing and build up to her Hollywood career was engaging. I'm always interested in how celebrities got to where they are. I applaud Anna for having the courage at 17yrs old to move to Los Angeles by herself without knowing a soul there. Trust me, going from Maine to LA is a culture shock. I would've never been able to handle a move like that at 17.I wished she talked more about the inner workings of Hollywood and what it was like working with actors like George Clooney, Jake Gyllenhaal, Ben Affleck, etc. She's been in some big productions but doesn't talk much about it. There was a nice passage about dealing with a death in the family while filming Pitch Perfect, which required her to fly to the funeral for a weekend, then fly to Canada to shoot a different movie for a few days, then fly back to Louisiana to film PP. There were other interesting stories like prepping for the Oscars. It's crazy that they had stand ins for Oscar noms and they actual prepared and gave a real speech as if they had won while preparing for the real show. Other stories like performing at the Oscars with Neil Patrick Harris and then quickly hopping on a private jet with Ben Affleck to fly back to GA to film The Accountant was also fascinating to me. She also dropped hints about celebrities becoming "couples" just for the PR. I wish she included more stuff like that.Aside from that, my other complaints would be the book kind of jumped around a bit. It wasn't really in order. For instance, at the end of the book she tells a random story about Buccaneer Days on Catalina Island that took place when she was 21. This was after everything that happened when she was older. Also, the whole chapter dedicated to fake parties she would throw was really random. Definitely should have took that out. My last complaint is she came off as a bit narcissistic at times. I believe she made a joke in the past about it so I guess she knows.Overall, I enjoyed it. Definitely recommend the audiobook, it's only 6 hours so it's a quick listen. Most of it was done while driving. Some people have complained about her voice but it didn't bother me.

When I ordered this book a couple weeks ago, I couldn't wait to get started on it because I was curious to know more about Anna Kendrick. Wait, you don't know who Anna Kendrick is? That's okay because prior to seeing the Pitch Perfect movies, I really didn't know who she was either. After seeing the first Pitch Perfect movie, I looked her up because she looked familiar and found out she had also played a supporting role in the Twilight movies as Bella Swan's friend. It probably depends on who you ask but for me, I think the Pitch Perfect movies really thrust Ms. Kendrick into the spotlight, especially if you are a fan of those movies. She also voiced the character of Poppy in the new movie Trolls. Because I love the Pitch Perfect movies and watch them frequently, I was extremely excited to buy this book."But the crazy wants out. Let's do this."When I read these words, I laughed! I like people who are so confident and comfortable with themselves that they can admit they have a bit of a wild side without the fear of judgment from others. Anna Kendrick is just that. "Scrappy Little Nobody" is an autobiography that spans from when she was in kindergarten through present day. Even from a young age, she has always been small and looked younger than she actually is. That hasn't stopped her from making up for it with her sarcasm and feisty attitude. In fact, Anna Kendrick would make a formidable opponent so no one in their right mind would want to pick a fight with her, despite the fact that she's small, which takes care of the "little" part. We've already discussed the "scrappy" part. She calls herself a "nobody" because not many people know who she is and she actually prefers it that way. To me, her personality seems similar to her character of Beca Mitchell from the Pitch Perfect movies but there are some differences of course.I love that she is so real and, in spite of being talented in the arts, she could be just like you or me. She hasn't let fame go to her head and seems to like living a normal life, at least as much as she can while still starring in popular movies. Anna Kendrick loves sweatpants (because who doesn't????) and being lazy. She just happens to have a phenomenal voice and great acting abilities.I would like to add some words of caution if you are considering buying this book. Because Anna Kendrick is so vocal and doesn't hold much back, this comes across in her writing style as well. There is quite a bit of profanity in this book, which may bother some readers, and there are some situations involving substances so I would recommend this book for mature audiences. Also, if you are looking for details on what happened while she was filming movies, this isn't the book for you. There are some details mentioned but, since this book is an autobiography, it's more about Anna Kendrick's life and why she is the way she is.In summary, I'm so happy I bought this book because I learned a lot more about someone who is very talented. This book is sarcastic and very real. There are also several black-and-white photos of her throughout the years as well as a reading guide at the end, which is just hilarious! If you are a fan of Anna Kendrick and would like to know more about her, I recommend purchasing this book. It's entertaining and I look forward to her future movies!

This audiobook was incredible, she reads it perfectly, it’s full of laughs and you cannot stop listening, I have never had an audiobook so addictive, well written and highlights the humble , kind and funny person she is . Can’t wait for her to write a second book , well I really help she does.I HIGHLY recommend this book you won’t be able too stop listening ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Great read, I read it in a few days and found it hard to put down. Very honest and funny.

The Book was good and delivered without Damage or creases

I approached this with trepidation as autobiographies by people so young can't have much to say. Can they?But I was wrong. Primarily because this isn't an autobiography. But also because Anna has a LOT to say. In interviews and social media, she always comes across as a bit of an oddball, but very perceptive and funny. This piqued my initial interest in the book and it didn't disappoint. Anna's sense of humour comes across very well (it made me actually laugh out loud a few times!) and makes the book very engaging. She retells her stories with an informal frankness. And she departs lessons to readers without preaching. The book doesn't read like an autobiography but instead like a collection of memories from somebody who feels undeserving of what they have achieved. It feels as though the writing of this book was something of a cathartic release for Anna and her candid approach works very well. I'd recommend this book to young girls especially because Anna approaches a lot of issues they may face with brutal honesty and advice. What's abundantly clear throughout the book is that Anna's a hard worker who deserves her fame. She's brilliantly talented and doesn't give up. As a result, she's unwittingly an ideal role model for young girls today.The one detail that made me laugh was Anna's reading list throughout the book is pretty dark: The Rise of the 3rd Reich, Charles Manson's autobiography, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep and The Shining...As a collection of memories and experiences, the book works well. The book does lose it's pace towards the end and feels almost like Anna had to rush to finish it or added filler. I think she recognises this herself in the chapter detailing the boat trip. Irrespective, it was a great read.I'm close to giving it 5 stars, but in case Anna ever stumbles across this review I don't want it to go to her head and think she nailed it on the first go.

I loved this scrappy gritty realistic self deprecating humorous autobiography of Anna Kendrick from her determined youth in theatre to being a famous movie star and reluctant adult. I truly connected with so many of her stories about waiting for the shoe to drop or not feeling like a proper adult, her awkward years and it’s great seeing the parts I can’t even dream if, from the Oscar’s to filming hit shows to making budget movies with minimal cast. She’s not afraid to put embarrassing stories and still maintains the loveable quirky personality that she exudes on the screen (I mean in the interviews I’ve seen her in) this book just makes her more relatable and likeable