Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Waiting on Wednesday | A Work in Progress by Connor Franta

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights an upcoming book release that I'm looking forward to. This week I'm sharing with you Connor Franta's memoir called, A Work in Progress. This book is set to be released on April 21st, 2015 by Atria/Keywords Press. 


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. Here, 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.

This full-color collection includes photography and childhood clippings provided by Connor and is a must-have for anyone inspired by his journey.

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Why am I looking forward to reading A Work in Progress? I'm going to be completely honest when I say that I usually don't like reading non-fiction books. So why am I making an exception with this book, you ask? First, I kind of have an obsession with authors/actors/personalities from my state of Minnesota. And Connor is from a small town here. Second, I've been subscribed to his YouTube channel for maybe half a year now. I went back and watched all his videos and vlogs that I could. Connor is a very creative and inspiring person, and one of my favorite YouTubers. When I learned that he had written a book (YAY!), and then thought "Hey, I'm a book blogger!", I immediately had to make a WoW post. 


You can preorder A Work in Progress at the following retailers:

Amazon (Paperback) | Amazon (Kindle)
B&N (Paperback) | B&N (Nook)






60 comments:

  1. Jessica @ a GREAT readMarch 18, 2015 at 6:30 AM

    Ooh interesting! Totally new to me and that cover is quite eyecatching in its simplicity!

    Here's my WoW

    Have a GREAT day!

    Old Follower :)

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    1. CraftyOtakuReaderMarch 18, 2015 at 12:02 PM

      I love the cover too. Sometimes simplicity is the best way to go.

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  2. Sandra @ Waiting For WentworthMarch 18, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    I didn't know he had a book coming out.
    I'm not too fond of 'YouTubers'. Maybe it's just my age - I'm 46 - but I don't consider it to be a job or a career.
    My WoW

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    1. CraftyOtakuReaderMarch 18, 2015 at 12:03 PM

      I figure as long as you're doing what you love and can make money while doing it, anything can be a job or career. Besides, Connor does a lot more than make YouTube videos.

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  3. UnknownMarch 18, 2015 at 1:11 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!
    I didn't realise he had a book coming out, but that's really cool! I love that YouTube is giving people the opportunity to do so many amazing things! I hope you enjoy it :) x
    Here's my WoW!

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  4. Drea ShaneMarch 18, 2015 at 1:20 PM

    I can't say this is one I would enjoy, but I hope you do! also, i'm a new follower :)

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  5. michellesminionsMarch 18, 2015 at 1:26 PM

    Aw! He's adorable! I'll be looking for this when it comes through my store! I hope you enjoy it!

    Michelle @ Michelle's Minions

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  6. YvonneMarch 18, 2015 at 1:30 PM

    Another Youtuber with a book? Seems to be quite popular lately, haha. :D Not that I would mind, although I probably won't read it - I'm not so much into Non-Fiction. Oh well, Connor's still great. And the cover looks absolutely gorgeous! ♥

    I hope you enjoy it! :)

    Yvonne @ A World Between Folded Pages

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  7. Laurel-Rain SnowMarch 18, 2015 at 2:26 PM

    I love the sound of this one...when I do enjoy a nonfiction book, this is the kind I love. Thanks for stopping by, and for visiting my blog.

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  8. StormiMarch 18, 2015 at 2:26 PM

    Not heard of that one, hope you enjoy it! :) Thanks for stopping by my blog.

    Stormi

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  9. AnonymousMarch 18, 2015 at 2:29 PM

    I don't usually read non-fiction either, but your choice definitely sounds interesting. I hope you enjoy it!

    Michele @ www.thebrunettebookworm.com

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  10. Georgia DaltonMarch 18, 2015 at 3:08 PM

    Ooh this sounds interesting! I will be looking into this! Thanks for visiting my blog. :)

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  11. Eva @ All Books ConsideredMarch 18, 2015 at 3:46 PM

    This definitely sounds interesting! New to me and great pick!!

    Thanks for stopping by My WoW!

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  12. Tammy SparksMarch 18, 2015 at 3:53 PM

    I have not heard of him before, but I don't really follow You Tubers. But so cool that he's so young and already writing a book about his experiences!

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  13. UnknownMarch 18, 2015 at 4:06 PM

    Haven't heard of this one before now...sounds pretty interesting! Thanks for sharing!

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  14. Laura March 18, 2015 at 4:24 PM

    Sounds interesting and thanks for coming by My WoW

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  15. UnknownMarch 18, 2015 at 4:45 PM

    While this doesn't sound like my type of book it does look interesting :) I hope you enjoy it and thanks for stopping by!

    Zareena @ The Slanted Bookshelf

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  16. ElienMarch 18, 2015 at 5:17 PM

    Normally I never read non-fiction but this one could be interesting. :)
    Thanks for stopping by my post!

    El @ So Bookalicious

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  17. The Cover ContessaMarch 18, 2015 at 5:41 PM

    Haven't heard of this one! Enjoy it. Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  18. UnknownMarch 18, 2015 at 5:43 PM

    I love Connor. He's such a sweetheart! <3
    I look forward to reading his book.

    Anatea @ Anatea's Bookshelf

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  19. UnknownMarch 18, 2015 at 6:12 PM

    It sounds really interesting. I hope you enjoy it! Thanks for visiting my blog!

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  20. AnonymousMarch 18, 2015 at 6:17 PM

    It's always cool being able to support someone from your hometown!

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  21. CristinaMarch 18, 2015 at 6:17 PM

    I love Connor! I can't wait to read about his journey and all. Thanks for checking out my post btw :)

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  22. Tracy March 18, 2015 at 6:30 PM

    This is the first I've heard of this one! I love the announcement video! :D

    Here's my WoW!

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  23. Aizel MacaldoMarch 18, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    I was able to watch his videos a couple times before. And he's nice and funny. Nice pick! A lot of youtubers are releasing their books nowadays. :)

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  24. GiselleMarch 18, 2015 at 6:45 PM

    I didn't even know he was writing a book! This is super cool! Great pick!

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  25. DanielMarch 18, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    Sounds interesting! Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  26. MissieMarch 18, 2015 at 6:56 PM

    Sounds really interesting! This is the first time I have seen this one!
    New follower :)
    Missie @ A Flurry of Ponderings

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  27. YvonneMarch 18, 2015 at 7:14 PM

    I don't usually read non-fiction, but this sounds like a good one.

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  28. YilingMarch 18, 2015 at 7:16 PM

    I've watched a couple of Connor's videos in the past and I love his personality. It's super cool that he's writing a book!

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  29. AnonymousMarch 18, 2015 at 7:28 PM

    Ooh, this one is new to me! I'm not huge on non-fiction though. But I hope you enjoy it!

    Thanks for stopping by my WoW @ Addicted Readers! :)

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  30. Kim GriffinMarch 18, 2015 at 7:34 PM

    I've never heard of Connor before, but he sounds really interesting, and I bet the book will be too! Thanks for visiting my WoW!

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  31. Aisha @The Bewitching BibliophileMarch 18, 2015 at 7:39 PM

    That looks awesome and he's a great pitch guy for his book. I've never heard of him before so that's nice to see. There was a time dancing and acting weren't seen as 'real' careers either and yet it is. As long as it doesn't harm and you can pay your bills how is it not a job?

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  32. Jess @ Fairytales and GlitterMarch 18, 2015 at 8:21 PM

    This is a new book to me. I not familiar with Connor. I hope you enjoy and thank you for stopping by. :)
    Old follower

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  33. LilyElementMarch 18, 2015 at 9:38 PM

    I hadn't heard of his youtube before, going to check it out. But how awesome is that, writing a book!

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  34. Lisa MandinaMarch 18, 2015 at 9:53 PM

    That is a great cover! Like you I am very picky about what kind of nonfiction I read, and have certain types that always grab me. Hope you get it soon! Thanks for visiting my WOW earlier.

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  35. AlyssaMarch 18, 2015 at 10:09 PM

    I've never heard of this one, though I have heard of Franta (I love Superwoman!). I hope you enjoy this book when you read it!

    Thanks for visiting my blog!

    Alyssa @ The Eater of Books!

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  36. Cheryl MalandrinosMarch 18, 2015 at 10:58 PM

    This sounds like a fascinating book. Thanks for sharing.

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  37. UnknownMarch 18, 2015 at 11:16 PM

    I hope you enjoy reading this one! I don't read much nonfiction either (well, I don't read any), but this one does look interesting.

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  38. AnonymousMarch 19, 2015 at 2:37 AM

    The cover is really pretty! Great pick, I hope you enjoy it :)

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  39. AdinaMarch 19, 2015 at 2:49 AM

    Never heard of Connor but i hope you enjoy it. Thanks for visiting :)

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  40. The ReaddictsMarch 19, 2015 at 3:45 AM

    Connor Franta has a book coming out! That is some awesomesauce news. I've watched a few of his vidoes and they are thoroughly enjoyable. This book will surely be something different and highly interesting. I hope you enjoy it when you read it, and I cannot wait to see what you think of it!

    Thank you so much for stopping by my post earlier. Happy reading!

    Sarika @ The Readdicts

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  41. PetraMarch 19, 2015 at 3:55 AM

    I'm not sure if this is a book for me, but I do hope you'll enjoy it. :) Thanks for sharing, and for stopping by my WoW earlier.

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  42. a booklion's hideawayMarch 19, 2015 at 9:01 AM

    Aww I love Connor Franta and saw this video when he put it up. I like that he's a reader too, he keeps mentioning audible.com and all. But I don't read non-fiction, so I dunno if I'll read it. Thanks for sharing it!

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  43. UnknownMarch 19, 2015 at 10:02 AM

    Don't really think it's my type of read, but hope you enjoy it!

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  44. Kate @ Kates Book LifeMarch 19, 2015 at 10:23 AM

    Not sure its my kind of thing but I do hope you enjoy it. Thanks for sharing and stopping by my blog :)

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  45. FranziMarch 19, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    Aaaah I saw this already on another WoW :D I didn't knew unti lthen that he's doing this. But he's a really talented guy and sweet, I think it'll be great. :D
    Nice WoW-Pick! ;) Thanks for stopping by :))

    Tüdeldüü

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  46. UnknownMarch 19, 2015 at 12:03 PM

    Wow this looks really cool! I don't usually read nonfiction either, but like you, I may have to make an exception for this one! Thanks for stopping by Caitlen's Musings! :)

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  47. RaineMarch 19, 2015 at 12:17 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! Your WoW post is so informative, I love the way you have it set up. Kind of a weird compliment, probably, but I'm new to blogging so I'm noticing things like that. Either way, you made this memoir sound super interesting, and I don't even know who Connor Franta is! Thanks for stopping by my blog :)

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  48. SamMarch 19, 2015 at 2:07 PM

    This is awesome! New book to read and new youtube channel to check out! Great pick.

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  49. Laura @BlueEyeBooksMarch 19, 2015 at 4:53 PM

    I've never heard of this book but it looks interesting and the cover is so pretty! I'll give it a shot :)

    Laura @BlueEyeBooks

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  50. Catherine @ Book Club LibrarianMarch 19, 2015 at 6:31 PM

    I don't read a lot of memoirs, but I would make an exception for this one.

    Thanks for visiting my blog.

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  51. KatiriaMarch 19, 2015 at 10:12 PM

    Ohh great pick I don't read memoirs at all but this one has peeked my intrest and I love his YouTube video! Thank you for stopping by my blog!

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  52. UnknownMarch 20, 2015 at 3:52 AM

    Sounds like a good one. I hope you'll enjoy it. Thanks for dropping by my blog! ♥

    NYZE@EverythingNyze

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  53. brandileigh2003March 20, 2015 at 7:49 AM

    New to me but sounds good, hope you get a chance to read it soon

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  54. Reading Away The DaysMarch 20, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. I love loads of YouTubers I hope you enjoy:)

    Megan @ http://readingawaythedays.blogspot.co.uk

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  55. Ayanami FaerudoMarch 20, 2015 at 1:31 PM

    I'm also not a big fan of non-fiction. But if it's interesting, fascinating and something which I can learn new information, then hell yes.

    Thanks for stopping by!

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  56. UnknownMarch 20, 2015 at 7:48 PM

    Very interesting book. I really liked the cover. It's simple but just amazing.

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  57. AnonymousMarch 23, 2015 at 2:09 AM

    I am not a fan of the non-fiction genre, but it sounds interesting. Thanks for stopping by my blog.

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  58. Louisa @ Words I Write CrazyMarch 27, 2015 at 8:09 PM

    Not a fan of non-fiction, but that's a pretty good reason to be interested in it! Thanks for stopping by! Happy reading!

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