Boys Will Be Human, Justin Baldoni
Boys Will Be Human, Justin Baldoni
3 Rating(s)
List: $21.99 | Sale: $15.39
Club: $10.99

Boys Will Be Human
A Get-Real Gut-Check Guide to Becoming the Strongest, Kindest, Bravest Person You Can Be

Author: Justin Baldoni

Narrator: Justin Baldoni

Unabridged: 7 hr

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 10/04/2022

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

From filmmaker, actor, and author Justin Baldoni comes a real-talk, self-esteem-building guidebook that helps boys ages 11 and up embrace their feelings and fears instead of repress them. Filled with activities, sidebars, and inspirational quotes, this book is the perfect social-emotional learning tool for parents and educators to jump-start conversations about masculinity with the boys in their lives.WARNING: THIS MIGHT BE THE MOST HONEST BOOK YOU’VE EVER READHave you ever noticed that there are unwritten rules that tell boys how to act, think, and feel? Nobody knows where they came from, but one day—BAM!—you suddenly feel these invisible forces, pushing you to follow the rules of masculinity, even if they don’t make you happy.This book isn’t about learning the rules of the boys’ club, it’s about UNLEARNING them. It’s a get-real guidebook that will show you how to be:Brave enough to reveal who you really areSmart enough to ask questionsCool enough to feel all your emotionsConfident enough to know your worthStrong enough to speak your truth—and much, much more.Be prepared: This book is raw and surprising. There is no subject off-limits or lies detected. Sometimes things might get a little uncomfortable, but that’s an important part of getting to know—and believe in—yourself. Don’t worry, you're not on this journey alone, so let’s jump in together to become the smartest, bravest, strongest HUMANS we can be!Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

About Justin Baldoni

Justin Baldoni is an actor, director, producer, New York Times bestselling author, and entrepreneur whose efforts are focused on creating impactful media and entertainment. Baldoni is the co-founder of Wayfarer Studios, an independent production studio focused on creating purpose-driven, multi-platform content that serves as true agents for social change.Baldoni is well known for his starring role as “Rafael” on The CW’s Jane the Virgin but has since moved more behind the camera, with films such as Clouds and Five Feet Apart among his directing and producing credits. Currently, Baldoni is directing, executive producing, and starring in the highly anticipated film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s #1 bestselling novel It Ends with Us. In addition, he co-hosts the popular Webby- nominated podcast The Man Enough Podcast, which explores what it means to be a man today and how rigid gender roles have affected all people. He has also added author to his credits, having penned his inaugural book, Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity, in 2021 and then Boys Will Be Human in 2022, which went on to become a New York Times bestseller. Both aim to create a safer and more equitable world by calling on men to undefine masculinity by taking accountability and promoting vulnerability, emotional expression, and authentic connections with empathy and respect for all.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Emily | emilyisoverbooked on November 13, 2022

Thanks to HarperCollins Children's Books, HarperCollins for the ARC. After lovvving Man Enough, I immediately went and requested Boys Will Be Human, knowing I’d absolutely need this book for my family. My boys are 9 and 5, and while this book is geared for boys 11+, I loved learning more concepts and......more

Goodreads review by Kim on October 30, 2022

Loved this book! Justin was great about the topics that he chose and sharing from a young boy/teens perspective. As a mom of boys, I learned a few things and got some tools for how to approach subjects with my sons as they arise. Great read for all parents, especially of young boys as they grow and......more

Goodreads review by Lauren J on August 08, 2024

As a boy mom, I appreciate this book! Definitely something my boys will read when it’s time. Thank you.......more

Goodreads review by Mridul on March 05, 2023

He sounds like a man-child who newly found therapy, discovering himself, the guy who used to act with a golden retriever adhd cute guy energy and people took advantage of his low impulse control, walked all over him, and now somehow thinks he is ready to share his knowledge. no bro, you are still a......more

Goodreads review by Travis on March 05, 2023

The honesty in this book is refreshing. From it, I have some great talking points as the father of two young sons. I appreciate the author’s coverage of key topics that resonate with me. I appreciate the coverage of masculinity, EMOTIONS, and bringing long-time taboo out into the open. A small porti......more