Will by Will Smith & Mark Manson

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The instant #1 New York Times bestseller!

“It's the best memoir I've ever read.” Oprah Winfrey


“Will Smith isn't holding back in his bravely inspiring new memoir . . . An ultimately heartwarming read, Will provides a humane glimpse of the man behind the actor, producer and musician, as he bares all his insecurities and trauma.” —USA Today

Winner of the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Achievement


One of the most dynamic and globally recognized entertainment forces of our time opens up fully about his life, in a brave and inspiring book that traces his learning curve to a place where outer success, inner happiness, and human connection are aligned. Along the way, Will tells the story in full of one of the most amazing rides through the worlds of music and film that anyone has ever had.

Will Smith’s transformation from a West Philadelphia kid to one of the biggest rap stars of his era, and then one of the biggest movie stars in Hollywood history, is an epic tale—but it’s only half the story.
 
Will Smith thought, with good reason, that he had won at life: not only was his own success unparalleled, his whole family was at the pinnacle of the entertainment world. Only they didn't see it that way: they felt more like star performers in his circus, a seven-days-a-week job they hadn't signed up for. It turned out Will Smith's education wasn't nearly over. 
 
This memoir is the product of a profound journey of self-knowledge, a reckoning with all that your will can get you and all that it can leave behind. Written with the help of Mark Manson, author of the multi-million-copy bestseller The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, Will is the story of how one person mastered his own emotions, written in a way that can help everyone else do the same. Few of us will know the pressure of performing on the world's biggest stages for the highest of stakes, but we can all understand that the fuel that works for one stage of our journey might have to be changed if we want to make it all the way home. The combination of genuine wisdom of universal value and a life story that is preposterously entertaining, even astonishing, puts Will the book, like its author, in a category by itself.

Will Book Details

Book Name Will
Genre Biographies & Memoirs
Author Will Smith & Mark Manson
Published 09 November 2021, Tuesday
Price $7.99
E-Book Size 53.71 MB

Will by Will Smith & Mark Manson Book Reviews

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Happy Monkey Feet

Great book for life lessons and thoughts.. This is not an Bly a book about Will but about his life experiences and how you can use them for your own life situations. Highly recommend listening to this vs reading it!!! I listened to Will read this book and it made more of an impression and much more sense to what he was saying.

Rickybobby3344

Amazing. Great insight on an amazing person and life.

Rose K R M

Surprisingly great book!. He’s a man who’s now aware of his flaws and the personality/ego he built to protect himself and those around him. It’s funny. It’s outrageous. And yet it still manages to deliver a story of transformation . . . An ongoing transformation, of course. Put aside everything you’ve heard and seen him do - the good, the foolish, the immature and everything in between. Read it. I think he’s transforming upwards.

CashR#19

This booked rocked me. This book slaps 10/10

Devonregency

OMG. This is the best book I’ve ever read.

Richard Bakare

Self Imposed Bubbles. I had this memoir on my list well before the infamous slap took place. I can unabashedly say he has been a favorite of mine for a long time. A positive representation of the black male experience in a forest of negative casting. Reading his memoir gives his life and the incident new meaning by adding fifty years of context into one of the world’s biggest personalities. What you see in the end Is that this memoir is about how we all can fall victim to navigating the universe through bubbles we place ourselves into. Over the course of these very personal and candid stories Will Smith shows us how these bubbles distort reality for better or worse. We get a backstage pass into the fear and need for approval that is at the root of his being and perhaps your own. In the most revealing moments we see how the misalignment of expectations has impacted his most intimate relationships. In that light the big Oscar moment makes more sense. People hate to say the word regret. As if it marks us as failures. I applaud Will Smith for leaning into his regrets and showing them for what they are. Lessons from the hindsight of reliving our mistakes and showing the humility to admit where we were wrong. In that revelation a new level of freedom sets in and allows for some of deepest spiritual and mental growth. Sometimes that freedom results in lifestyles we generally can’t understand but for Will and Jada make complete sense.

RuaaHasan

In love. This is so captivating,full of life lessons,humor, tears and honesty . I just loved it and I recommend it for everybody.

BWone21

Great book!. I’m a fan of Will’s. I love his movies & TV show. I really enjoyed reading about his life. Open, honest read.

Coh1101

Fun book. Went into this book without expectations and found it super engaging and fun to read!

DavidRM.

Always wanted to know more about him. Part two in a couples decades? Thank you for sharing your life with us. Thank you Will Smith!

Aawashington_3

A MUST READ. Absolutely incredible read! Thank you.

Angelica812

Thoroughly Enjoyed Each Chapter. I’ve never heard Will Smith talk this long about himself, but it was a conversation with the Reader that gave me the journey thus far of Will Smith and it is an enjoyable one. His sense of humor and intellect, are all through it and makes the read that much easier to read, never a dull moment and many magical ones. Thank You for sharing so many intimate moments of your life with us. 🙏🏽

Asanders35

Love reading this book !!!!! I learned so much about life and what is important in this journey!!!. 👍🏽

President Rickb

Beautiful book. Great read. Very informative, inspirational, humorous and humbling!

Serena Scout

Honest and engaging. This book far surpassed my expectations. Mr. Smith is a masterful storyteller, indeed. He writes with humor, tenderness and honesty…painting such a vivid picture of his childhood, that once his career gets going, the reader feels they’re relating to someone they knew in high school, even as he engages in one extraordinary experience after another. Already known for his ability to feel “accessible” from the stratosphere of stardom, Will has taken that quality to another level by including the reader in this very sincere examination of self.

Otterpop1973

Great book.. Loved the stories and life lessons.

Sophie Putterman

!. Great read

Curtendog

Holds Nothing Back. Will Smith is not very, but extremely open about life. From the beginning to the end he holds nothing back about his ups & downs, triumphs & tragedies. He also gives readers an inside view of how the music industry & Hollywood REALLY works & fame & fortune is not all that it seems. HIGHLY recommended!

Audrey Griffin

Great read. Love the book

DriizyDre

WILLPOWER!!. Great and inspirational read!! Opens the mind to a greater construct of Love, Happiness, gratitude, family, and mostly overcoming fear!!

Ixeyyyyy

Loveeeeeeee this book. Great & intimate book

DmbRJR

Good; Didn’t love it. A good read and detailed background into Will’s life

CoWill1

Good read.. I appreciated everything about the book. I read a lot of people’s comment about how much Will bragged. But I didn’t see it that way. As i read through the book I thought this is a man sharing what it’s like to live in stardom outwardly but struggle to find and enjoy the stardom within. This book highlighted multiple roles you have to play throughout life to finally understand who you are aside from the expectations of others. This book made me more a fan of and appreciate Will as a whole instead of just a celebrity. So check it out!

AndreaBham

Makes Me Love Him More!. Will Smith is my favorite actor and him sharing his life in this book makes me love him even more. I read the entire book in his voice lol and it was just great! A must read!

Treday01070310

I love it.. I

Sarahigh

Excellent Read. I get him on so many levels and the transparency is wonderful! I appreciate his contributions so much more!

Sbluman

Recommended. Awesome story.

Igamer21

I like it!. Inspirational, Funny and filled with Will’s wisdom

MC Sutherland

This is a great read. I’ve read the first three chapters and was hooked since chapter one. I’ve felt more connected to “Will” than ever before since reading this book. There’s so much more to be said, however, you’ll need to purchase and read it for yourself. #NoSpoliers

Guy Jr Saintilien

First book ever read in life!. I’ve never read a book before & I am currently 26 years old. From the first page “building that brick wall” I was hooked and couldn’t put it down. Also, the fact that I related to most of Will Smith’s life occurrences is another reason why I was so intrigued with this book. If I can give it 10 stars I would. Now I want to read more books like this 😂.

Dubb HH

Book of the year!!. It was a great read. It really let you into the mind of Will Smith. I feel like he poured his soul into this book. If you are a fan, this is the book to have.

Miragroane

A must read!. This book is a must read! Absolutely phenomenal!

Baby b eche

Excellent. Truly excellent read. Lots to learn and appreciate. Will did an awesome job of authentically portraying all of the reflection and growth he has done throughout his life. Bravo.

KigigiOgun

Best book I’ve read in ages. Beautifully written book. Incredibly inspiring and thought provoking.

Djones62511

Good read.. Oh my. Will did good with this one.

Advid saler

Amazing!. Couldnt put it down! I want MORE! Love his open-ness and raw stories about his life- his emotional tide as well as his physical ride. Love this book! Love him!!! Love his family!!!!

Dw4898

Great Journey. The life he has experienced thus far is one of true inspiration and fortune with the right people met at the correct time for his potential

Trini Jill

Thank you. This is a great read. I enjoyed every page.

Justmorfius

Highly recommended!. A very deep and sincere book.

McKinnons4Life

The most insightful and impactful auto biography I’ve ever read. Every page urges turn the next one. You don’t want to miss any story or lesson hidden in these stories! Love it

Fire Dragon 🐉

Absolutely amazing!. Love the book! Love the audio version , narrated by Will himself. I appreciate the openness and vulnerability. This book echoes a lot of my own life journeys and revelations. This book helped me overcome my own struggles from the past . Every chapter brings loads of wisdom. It’s one of my most favorite books I’ve read in a very long time.

NaazirRussell

Will The Great!. Thank you for you in this lifetime and beyond Will! You always was on time for the culture with swagger and pure confidence.👊🏾🔥

Afterdark

Great Memior!. The only disappoitment was when I got the end! Incredibly inspiring. Thank you Will.

Llama monkey 253861380

Book review by Pete T.. I just loved the book, laughed and cried throughout it. I can’t relate to the success in hip-hop, TVs, and movies that Will had (no one can) but I can relate to the family stories with Daddio, having an extremely loving mother as my bedrock, and brothers, sisters and friends that provided unconditional love to me throughout my life. I started reading the book before Will’s unfortunate slap down of Chris Rock, stopped reading it for a week, and then picked it up again with aplomb. You realize from reading the book that Will is a savant, complicated cat, DEEP thinker, and HARD worker but no ordinary person can reach the heights in rap, TV, and movies without some internal tumult. That’s what makes Will … Will, and I so appreciate him. When his Daddio was dying, he asked himself, “Did my Life Have Meaning”; when Will’s penultimate day comes and he asks himself that, the answer will be a resounding “YES”. (And btw, I loved Gigi.)

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J927p

Great Book!. I feel like family now! May your second half of life be as great as your first Will! Thanks for sharing!

Pls913

Beautiful, REAL and RAW!!. I could not put this book down!! I am inspired. Will is a beautiful human being and that’s why he’s so blessed beyond measure. He deserves everything he has and more.

Ninos.shammas

Highly recommended!. A must read if you are a fan of Will Smith. Inspiring on so many levels!

Sarahgeezy

I’ve always been a Will fan but….. I’ve always been a Will fan but this has given me so much more respect for him and all his accomplishments. He opened a window into his soul for all to see. There was no filter or blinders put on. He kept my full attention from beginning to end. I grew up watching Will and enjoyed everything he put his blessings on. I found myself relating to quite a few things. The book flowed and found myself being educated in a different way and perspective. It’s a must read and will definitely give you more admiration and a better understanding of Will Smith. I look forward to reading again and again. Thanks Will for sharing!

Jinae Nae Nae

❤️. I love you Will❤️

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Freddy Sulbarán

One brick at time. Thank you for sharing. It was enlightening, graceful, entertaining and definitely worth reading.

Lsumbu

Will. Amazing!

MaryJolie614

Awesome!!!. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It is a great book with so many nuggets about life, success, following your dreams and being true to yourself. I learned so much about the music industry, the TV and film industry as well. I can appreciate more Will Smith as a person versus as a celebrity. I think he put his soul into this book and it shows as it resonates with my soul. He was honest about everything!!! About his quest for success, his misgivings in his personal and professional life and his family. I was already a fan of the Smiths family. Now I admire how them being open to share their truths with the worl in the platform can have ripple effects in tho the world. Great joy to read this book!

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Yakky

I love this book. Will tells us his life story, the good, the bad, and the ugly in a Will way.

Jose J V

Reveling and emotionally related to anyone. This is the kind of book that you should reading if you’re interested in improving your life, business or or career. A great story first hand of the perks of success, and build a life at the same time.

Rxpj

For the most part I did enjoy the book.. But I went past a lot, if not all, of Will going on and on and on about all of the spiritual, self discovery blah blah blah. It was boring. A little is okay but he went overboard.

Fergman$$$

Did Not Disappoint!. An authentic, intimate portrait of someone whose life is an amazing, compelling, beautiful human story. “The Biggest Movie Star in the F***ing World.”

Eran M.

Needed this. As a Soldier who constantly has to sacrifice family time with duty, this book helped me to see what’s really important in this thing we call life.

Bberniee

Great!. Amazing!!!. This was a major surprise at how good it was

Blackbirdmonster

Will. The most candid, revealing, inspiring book ever written by a public figure at the height of their powers. Will is essential reading for anyone who is seeking freedom from childhood pain, afraid to chase their dream or wondering why a commitment to spirituality is essential for peace. Giving is the only path to JOY. Will gives us searing truth, chaos, possibilities and ultimately, a oneness with God that is redemption. A must read book. A gift.

Russmuss3462

Will. I’m a big fan of fresh prince (a.k.a will Smith) reading this book shocked me a lot. Reading about his life the true story about his life was just amazing and if will Smith does end up reading this review I just want him to know you did an amazing job because this book is just awesome.

Asha belle

Good. Surprisingly

CFA62

As a husband, father, and a retired military man, I can relate.. This was a very quick and easy read, though it hit so many key life points that I personally can relate to. His story also gives people a glimpse into the “glamorous life” while showing you the work that required to achieve it and even when you’ve reached that pinnacle, problems will still be there.

Hubbler579

Best book of 2021. I loved it. Easily the most transformative book I’ve read this year. The chapters "Surrender" and "Love" launched me on a journey for enlightenment. It’s some how a memoir and self help book all in one and I find myself quoting excerpts of the book to my students, colleagues, and family members all the time. Truly inspirational. Bravo!

Mr.cole56

Please read this. Two heroes of mine came together to make me cry.

Darth Ends

Very telling story between what’s under the hood behind the perceived. Loved this book. What “Will Smith” is front-facing versus what Will Smith in his head and the problems of having everything but still struggling was very insightful to read. P.S. the thing with Jada and Gigi was wrong, but it was funny.

Domodomiedon

WILL. Gives you a better understanding of Will Smith.

Jen75r

Loved it. Book. I so get Will and his vulnerability Ann’s Authenticity! I named my cat after him years ago and I am so glad I did! Will is a Amazing hunan being!

Jbill15

Inspiring. The universe is magical not logical

$@nd@y

Interesting Autobiography. Enjoyed the insight and truthfulness Will shared in this book. I pray that he has a clear understanding of what the rest of his life should be.

Trini Jill

Thank you. This is a great read. I enjoyed every page.

Zakeus

For Will. I didn’t want this one to end

Lee Haight

Shockingly Authentic. Incredible insight on the balance of success and happiness . This book is entertaining and shockingly authentic from Hollywoods biggest star . The lessons on life , business , family , marriage , death and happiness are woven through an unbelievable story of triumph over fear .

Mikki Sweet

Inspiring!. This book is amazing! Somehow, it’s an autobiography, self-help guide and novel all in one!

Tnfgeers

Wholly Excellent. A very in-depth, personal look at Will’s trials and tribulations as one of the greatest talents of all time. Also, Mark Manson’s fingerprints are all over it.

Kshelton91

Such A Inspiring, Eye Opening, Good Book. I love this book! There are so many aspects of Will and who he is that connects with me. Along with his struggles, insecurities, and some of his pain. Even at the end i felt transformed and growth in myself after this book and have a better understanding of what love and life is all from an autobiography book about a famous person named Will Smith. Ain’t that crazy?

LoMoChick

Good but…. I have been a big Smith fan for a long time. The beginning of the book kept me interested but I honestly got so turned off by his self congratulatory tales and attitude of self grandeur that I just couldn’t even finish it with just a few chapters left. Glad others enjoyed it.

Devonregency

OMG. This is the best book I’ve ever read.

Kuziwa911

Awesome. Entertaining, educating....real.

SweetT64

I was expecting something light and saucy, instead I received meaningful life lessons. Will Smith’s success is no accident. The man got a bit of luck at the start and he listened to good advice, studied the industry and followed the discoveries. Along with his unparalleled work ethic become the biggest grossing movie star to date. And he did so while maintaining relationships with family and friends who had always been his support. This book is a resource for me. I could write much more about how great this book is. Just I read it and discover.

Mrssensual0216

Big Willllaaaayyyyyyyy. I was excited to obtain this book. It is a true page turner and I am loving every second of it. I have even convinced my husband to read it. Will and Jada are both profound and full of wisdom and I love the life lessons provided. Thank you Will for a great read.

MartinArgo

Excellent Biography - Has depth. I am now a Will fan. For me this is one of those rare books that left me wishing for more, the end came to fast. As will tells his remarkable story of giant success and big failures his personality and character comes through with clarity. His insights into family and being a Man in a family have the wisdom baked in that comes only through experience. I am grateful for his honesty and careful reflection. He is someone who feels fully dedicated to self improvement and being a positive role model. Other reviewers criticized his bragging; honestly it hit me wrong many times while reading it as well but my opinion is that its there because thats who Will is and its who he needs to be. The book doesn’t suffer for it because now I feel like I know this guy and it will be easier to learn from his successes and failures as a result which for me is the purpose of reading a biography. Thanks Will for writing this. Caleb Johnson - Maine

Mileysunshine

A great food for thought. If you want to experience joy, creativity, sorrow and love, read this! Many, many life lessons taught. What a great holistic view on life.

Mrstjw

Inspiring. I loved this book. Thank you Will for sharing your life and fears to inspire me to keep me moving forward. I learned it is never to late to learn more and discover yourself in multi facet way. I desire to skydive and travel abroad. I enjoyed reading about your journey and stories of your family, that I so could relate too. Thank you again for a great read and may God continue to bless you. Tami 🤗🙏🏾❤️✌🏽

Chris2dec

Relatable. Great read into Will Smith’s life that is so vulnerable it makes him completely relatable. Interesting, funny, sad, inspirational, authentic. Very easy read.

Nyakwezi

Will. Definitely a page turner. Interesting but also very thought provoking.

MIKE.FITZ

will smith. i love will smith. in fact, i have seen every will smith movie ever made-the matrix, boyz n the hood, even ant man and the wasp! big fan of his.

DJV1004

An inspiring, heartfelt, bold, loving lunatic. I thoroughly enjoyed reading Will’s words. His voice in my head after being a fan throughout his career, helped add to the pleasure of the read. I highlighted so many things he wrote as so much resonated with me. He can be a bit of a braggart, but with his amazing career who wouldn’t be? Not that any fan didn’t already know his long list in entertainment. A young music artist would learn a lot from Will’s trek in music. This book cemented why I enjoy anything Will does. Thank you Will, for a small glimpse into your journey. It was exhilarating as well as exhausting to read how and what you do on the daily. Loved it!

Deenarshad

Deen 2000 (remember the name). because this book inspired me to work harder, trust my faith in positive energy and love.

Sbluman

Recommended. Awesome story.

T'challa Galt

Timely. Will’s exploration into the “why” behind the “what” he spent most of his life striving for was exactly what I needed to read at this time in my life.

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About Author "Will Smith & Mark Manson"

Mark Manson (born March 9, 1984) is an American self-help author and blogger. As of 2024, he has authored or co-authored four books, three of which, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope, and Will, were New York Times bestsellers. Personal life Mark Manson was raised in Austin, Texas, in the United States. He moved to Boston, Massachusetts to study, and graduated from Boston University in 2007.He is married to Fernanda Neute, a wellness influencer whom he met while traveling in São Paulo. They currently live in Los Angeles. Blogs Manson started his first blog about dating advice in 2008.In 2010, he started a new blog called post masculine (now defunct) which provided general life advice for men. Manson moved his blog to markmanson.net in 2013.In 2015, Manson published a blog article "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck", which would form the basis of his second book by the same name. Publication history Manson's first book, Models: Attract....

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