Perfect Is Boring, Tyra Banks
Perfect Is Boring, Tyra Banks
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Perfect Is Boring
10 Things My Crazy, Fierce Mama Taught Me About Beauty, Booty, and Being a Boss

Author: Tyra Banks, Carolyn London

Narrator: Tyra Banks, Carolyn London

Unabridged: 7 hr 2 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Published: 04/03/2018


Synopsis

Supermodel and super CEO of our time Tyra Banks and her mother Carolyn show readers why when you kick perfection to the curb and showcase your unique beauty ain't nobody gonna stop you! 

 
In Perfect Is Boring, Tyra Banks and her mother, Carolyn, get raw, real and cray-in-a-good-way as they share what they’ve learned on Tyra’s journey from insecure preteen to supermodel and entrepreneurial powerhouse. Though she’ll be the first to tell you she is not her daughter’s best friend—‘cause she ain’t that kinda mama!—there’s no doubt that Carolyn’s signature mix of pep talks and tough love got Tyra to where she is today, and here they pay it forward to empower readers with a reminder that perfect really isn’t all that.
 
Whether they’re writing about watching Tyra’s most imperfect moment go viral (Does “Be Quiet Tiffany!” ring any bells?), no-holds-barred sex talks or how they’ve overcome everything from fashion industry discrimination to media fat-shaming and a misguided attempt at a music career, they never lose their sense of humor or we-got-your-back-spirit. Full of smart, wise, and often hilarious lessons for mothers, daughters, fathers and sons everywhere—including “Take Responsibility for Yourself,” “Lip Gloss + Pizza Sauce = Boss,” and “Fix It or Flaunt It”—Perfect Is Boring is a must-read for anyone who needs a kick in the booty, a pat on the back, or a good reason to laugh-out-loud.

About The Author

TYRA BANKS is the supermodel, super entrepreneur, and super CEO of our time. As an original Victoria’s Secret Angel, the first African American model to be featured on the cover of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition, and the creator/executive producer of one of the longest-running competition shows, America’s Next Top Model, Tyra has made it her life’s mission to expand the definition of beauty and empower women worldwide. In 2012, she graduated from the Owner/President Management program at Harvard Business School, and now teaches personal branding at Stanford University’s Business School. She has been listed twice among Time magazine’s “100 Most Influential People in the World.”   CAROLYN LONDON, is a retired professional photographer, mother to Tyra and her brother, Devin, and the CEO emeritus of the Tyra Banks Company and cofounder of the TZONE Foundation. She is the grandmother of five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Miranda

Just released my Worst 2020 Books Video - now that you know this one made the list, click the link to find the rest!The Written ReviewWhen you step Out of Your Comfort Zone, it is important to stop stepping before you get into the Uncomfy Zone.Let's all give a standing ovation to......more

3.25 Stars Tyra Banks will always be my favorite supermodel. I loved her talk show, I love how she uplifts women...I just love her! This book is definitely about learning how to be yourself and most of all how to love yourself. I really enjoyed the back and forth narration from Tyra and her mom Carol......more

Goodreads review by Ash

This is a soft 3 starred review. Now, I absolutely love Tyra Banks! I love everything she stands for. I love her covers. I love America's Next Top Model. I loved both of her talk shows. What I love most about her is that she lifts people, especially younger girls, up. As someone who suffers from low......more

Goodreads review by Haley

As America's Next Top Model has long been a guilty pleasure of mine, I was psyched to check out Tyra's new book, especially when I saw that she and her mom narrated the audio version. If you're not used to Tyra's over the top style, this might be a bit jarring at first, but I would HIGHLY recommend......more

So I grew up watching the Disney movie Life Size..my favorite movie is Coyote Ugly...and my guilty pleasure TV show is Top Model...so I felt I needed (and wanted) to read this book! I love how the conversation went back and forth between Tyra and her mom. I don't really read too many books with that......more