Be a Work in Progress: And Other Things I'd Like to Tell My Younger Self

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Print length

192 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Ballantine Books
Publication date

April 6, 2021
Dimensions

5.19 x 0.74 x 7.76 inches
ISBN-10

0593356411
ISBN-13

978-0593356418
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Book overview

A beautifully illustrated book of encouragement from the beloved entertainer and #1 New York Times bestselling author John Cena

“Each day, try to become a little less perfect and a little more brave.”

For years, John Cena has been using his popular Twitter feed to uplift his followers with his unique brand of positivity. Now, he collects his favorite words of wisdom on the benefits of being bold and open-minded, embracing discomfort, and making the most of every opportunity.

Heartfelt and hopeful, Be a Work in Progress is the pick-me-up readers will turn to again and again.

About the Author

John Cena is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, multifaceted entertainer, and dedicated philanthropist. He is a longtime WWE superstar, and his films include Ferdinand; F9, the next installment of the Fast and the Furious series; and The Suicide Squad and its spinoff TV show, Peacemaker. Inspired by Richard Scarry—one of his favorite children’s book creators—Cena is the author of the Elbow Grease series of picture books and Do Your Best Every Day to Do Your Best Every Day.

Valeria Petrone is an award-winning illustrator. Her numerous picture books include Red Truck, Blue Boat, and Yellow Copter (all by Kersten Hamilton) and a series by Gianni Rodari (Edizioni El). She does editorial illustration for newspapers and magazines as well as advertising and anima- tion. She also pursues a career as a painter, and her artworks have been exhibited in Italy and abroad. She lives in Milan, Italy.

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Introduction

I’m grateful to have a public platform; I consider it a privilege, so a couple of years ago I decided that I would try to use Twitter to connect directly with people. . . . I know that social media is often a difficult, argumentative, and negative place. It’s easy to be critical and pessimistic when there is a low sense of accountability. There’s not much that any of us can do about that. But what I can do is send out good stuff, be honest with everybody, and then follow people who relate to the good stuff. I hope to provoke conversation about important things we might shy away from talking about. That’s who I strive to be as a human: I generate these thoughts from self-reflection and self-exploration. If the experiment fails, so be it. I’m just trying to use my presence to tip the balance toward the positive. We all have a lot on our minds, especially now, given the current state of the world. My hope is that words of encouragement can help us stay motivated and focused on what’s really important: being authentic and open-minded, constantly challenging ourselves to be better, embracing discomfort, making the most of the opportunities we’re presented with, and never, never giving up.

John Cena, January 2021

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JOHN CENA is a beloved entertainer and dedicated philanthropist. His films include Ferdinand (2017) and the Transformers spin-off Bumblebee in 2018. Inspired by Richard Scarry—one of his favorite children's book creators—John has brought kids Elbow Grease, a story for young readers inspired by his own experiences growing up with four brothers, and one that shares his inspiring personal credo: hustle, loyalty, and respect.

Visit him at wwe.com/superstars/john-cena

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Publisher

‎Ballantine Books; First Edition (April 6, 2021)

Language

‎English

Hardcover

‎192 pages

ISBN-10

‎0593356411

ISBN-13

‎978-0593356418

Item Weight

‎9.9 ounces

Dimensions

‎5.19 x 0.74 x 7.76 inches

Best Sellers Rank

#88,106 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

#124 in Self-Help & Psychology Humor

#677 in Self-Esteem (Books)

#1,965 in Motivational Self-Help (Books)

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Customers find the book inspirational and nicely laid out. They also describe the text as good but sometimes trite. Readers also mention the book is easy to read.

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Customers find the book inspirational, full of good advice, and great for pre-teens through any adult age. They also say it's hard to focus on more than one thing at a time.

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"This was a cute book for a few dollars. It has lots of inspirational quotes and thoughts. It's just a quote or inspiration per page...." Read more

"...It has many inspiring reminders of gold principles and quotes to keep in mind.Most of the stuff I had seen elsewhere...." Read more

"This book provides great lessons for everyone. The illustrations are also eye catching." Read more

"...Great book for pre-teens through any adult age! Highly recommend!" Read more

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"...The illustrations are unique and well done. I would have avoided so much yellow. It is not always easy to read yellow printing. Black always works...." Read more

"This book provides great lessons for everyone. The illustrations are also eye catching." Read more

"John Cena gets real, while still keeping it humorous in this easy to read book. Great book for pre-teens through any adult age! Highly recommend!" Read more

"...The formatting and illustration are great though, and I know if I peruse this book for a little while it'll often offer up a helpful thought for me." Read more

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Brian Stoll

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Self love John Cena book

Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2023

This was a cute book for a few dollars. It has lots of inspirational quotes and thoughts. It's just a quote or inspiration per page. When I ordered I expected it to be an actual reading book but it turned out cute I'm just glad I didn't pay a lot for it.

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Gkayemarie

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Simplicity at its Best . . .

Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2024

I am reading "Be A Work In Progress" slowly because too much, too fast loses the point of the book. So while I'm only about half way through, I am recommending this book now to my friends. Some days I read 2 to 3 pages. Some days, only 1 page because something resonates and I need to think about the words I have read. It's beauty is in its simplicity. I hate convoluted sentences. John's way of expressing his thoughts are straight-forward, direct and always kind. The illustrations are unique and well done. I would have avoided so much yellow. It is not always easy to read yellow printing. Black always works. That being said, however, the words printed on the page are more important than how they are printed on the page. A work in progress is basically life on planet earth. The thoughts expressed in this book encourage progress with mindfulness.

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B Singh

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Very good book. Good job author and the illustrator.

Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2021

I saw a hard copy while walking around in B&N. Bought a kindle edition and read end-to-end in less than an hour.
It has many inspiring reminders of gold principles and quotes to keep in mind.
Most of the stuff I had seen elsewhere. It is just a nice collection from the authors perspective.
It also gave me a fresh perspective on what is a book. A book in this case is just a one way broadcast or blog from the author of things he holds important.
Kid is like 3000 words tweet.
Another way to connect with humanity or similar minded folks.
This book will resonate with people who already believe in most of the values outlined in this book.
I did come across a few new things.
Another good thing about this book is that it is already distilled. I do not have to read 10000 words to derive 1 or 2 useful and new things for me.
Again, Good Job John Cena and Valeria.

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nathanael

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Motivational and eye opening.

Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2023

This book provides great lessons for everyone. The illustrations are also eye catching.

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Zena

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Love it

Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2024

Recommend

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theshock

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Great little table book for kids

Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2023

We read a page a day in our house then repeat when the book is finished. Good quick message to remember to live in the moment

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Bisherit44

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Inspired

Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2023

This is a great book with an amazing perspective of how to work in becoming better step by step!

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Brooke

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Brilliant and easy to read

Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2022

John Cena gets real, while still keeping it humorous in this easy to read book. Great book for pre-teens through any adult age! Highly recommend!

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Mokshith

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Wonderfull Book, Must Read 👌👌

Reviewed in India on July 9, 2022

Declan Allen

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Would recommend

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2021

Arrived early and in great condition

Sowmithra

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Best gift for John cena fans

Reviewed in India on February 28, 2022

The best book.

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