INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Superstar comedian and Hollywood box office star Kevin Hart turns his immense talent to the written word by writing some words. Some of those words include: the, a, for, above, and even even. Put them together and you have the funniest, most heartfelt, and most inspirational memoir on survival, success, and the importance of believing in yourself since Old … success, and the importance of believing in yourself since Old Yeller.
The question you’re probably asking yourself right now is: What does Kevin Hart have that a book also has?
According to the three people who have seen Kevin Hart and a book in the same room, the answer is clear:
A book is compact. Kevin Hart is compact.
A book has a spine that holds it together. Kevin Hart has a spine that holds him together.
A book has a beginning. Kevin Hart’s life uniquely qualifies him to write this book by also having a beginning.
It begins in North Philadelphia. He was born an accident, unwanted by his parents. His father was a drug addict who was in and out of jail. His brother was a crack dealer and petty thief. And his mother was overwhelmingly strict, beating him with belts, frying pans, and his own toys.
The odds, in short, were stacked against our young hero, just like the odds that are stacked against the release of a new book in this era of social media (where Hart has a following of over 100 million, by the way).
But Kevin Hart, like Ernest Hemingway, JK Rowling, and Chocolate Droppa before him, was able to defy the odds and turn it around. In his literary debut, he takes the reader on a journey through what his life was, what it is today, and how he’s overcome each challenge to become the man he is today.
And that man happens to be the biggest comedian in the world, with tours that sell out football stadiums and films that have collectively grossed over $3.5 billion.
He achieved this not just through hard work, determination, and talent: It was through his unique way of looking at the world. Because just like a book has chapters, Hart sees life as a collection of chapters that each person gets to write for himself or herself.
“Not only do you get to choose how you interpret each chapter, but your interpretation writes the next chapter,” he says. “So why not choose the interpretation that serves your life the best?”more
Absolutely wonderful “up till now” biography of Kevin Hart. He mixes in his own brand of humor with the tragedies and hardships and valuable lessons that he endured theogony his life and career path. Only biography I have ever recommended.
I love it check it out if you can.
I was not expecting to like this book as much as I did. Often, I would catch myself laughing out loud very loudly, even in front of a crowd… which is very unlike me. But it couldn’t be helped. Hart’s sense of humor kept me entertained throughout the whole book and left me constantly wondering what happened next. And at the same time, I found myself underlining many sentences and passages, as I felt his experiences offered many morsels of wisdom that were applicable to my life. His story is one that I can really relate to– especially at this juncture in my life. Like him, I found a passion that I am pursuing wholeheartedly, and his dedication and persistence are things I found truly inspiring to my dreams. Hart is a hard worker and doesn’t ever take no for an answer, and I have learned so much from his sharing of his life. I love this book very much and think everyone will have a good time reading it.
I’ve never seen a movie, tv show or special with Kevin Hart on it, and yet I loved this book. In fact, the only reason why I think his face is familiar is because I’ve seen him in several trailers for movies I would never want to see.
This book is a gem because disguised as a celebrity memoir, it is true to its title: a collection of life lessons. Kevin Hart’s life story works only as a backdrop against which he skillfully sets out some of the principles that have contributed to his success. He manages to also show the dirty and not so great parts and finds a way to make an example of them.
I’m real glad I came across a review that said this was a book not to be missed, it was dead on.
I could identify with the story and laugh out loud.
I have been reduced to reading or watching anything entertaining or comedic due to the deplorable that of the nation. This book gives me hope – if Kev can find ways to heal the soul with laughter, who am I to judge?
At times irreverent, and not usually my style, but I did enjoy the humorous way Kevin tells his own life story.
Whilst I expected comedy from Kevin, the level of emotional intelligence & self reflection floored me, while being motivational.
I didn’t see what the big deal was with Kevin Hart for years. Now I love him and this book is amazing. Seriously so hard to believe some of this stuff happened.
This book was a great read. One of the most interesting and fascinating books I’ve ever read in my life. It’s a great way to relax and learn important life experiences and lessons. It’s a funny and exciting read, but also has a bit of a serious side to it. I think that you guys would enjoy it very much, especially if you are interested in comedic books. Really worth buying and reading.
I listened to this on Audible. It took a few hours for me to get into it, but it was a fun treat to catch a glimpse into the life of Kevin Hart. He had some great takeaways too, and some funny material. I would not have enjoyed reading this; it was great to hear him narrate his own stories!
It was funny sprinkled with life lessons. Audiobook was hilarious!
Great to know the back-story of Kevin Hart. Really shows what hard work and determination can do!