Put on Your Crown: Life-Changing Moments on the Path to Queendom Audiobook, by Queen Latifah Play Audiobook Sample

Put on Your Crown: Life-Changing Moments on the Path to Queendom Audiobook

Put on Your Crown: Life-Changing Moments on the Path to Queendom Audiobook, by Queen Latifah Play Audiobook Sample
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Read By: Joshua Ferris, Queen Latifah Publisher: Grand Central Publishing Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 2.83 hours at 1.5x Speed 2.13 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: May 2010 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781607881971

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

9

Longest Chapter Length:

35:46 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

14:48 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

27:47 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

1

Publisher Description

Modeled after Maria Shriver's Just Who Will You Be, Queen Latifah's goal with Put On Your Crown is to help young women build a strong sense of self-esteem. A US Dept. of Justice survey found that females ages 16-24 are more vulnerable to partner violence than any other group, almost triple the national average.

Cases like Chris Brown's assault on pop star Rihanna showed an ugly side of adolescent life. However, Queen Latifah has always been a shining example of a woman happy with herself and unwilling to compromise to fit into the "hollywood ideal" of what a confident beautiful woman should look like. The result: She's one of the biggest A-list celebrities in Hollywood.

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"Loved this book! While it was written by the celebrity known as Queen Latifah, it was really written by a woman named Dana Owens, a girl from from Newark, NJ who became famous via her alter-ego. Inspirational, intelligent and wise, this book speaks to women and girls of all ages about accepting and respecting themselves through anything life may throw at them."

— Jinnie (5 out of 5 stars)

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  • “Like her 1999 autobiography, Ladies First, this mentoring guide draws on the experiences of herself and her friends to lay its life lessons. Put on Your Crown focuses on issues such as partner violence and sexual abuse that pervade our society. A personal lesson in self-empowerment.” 

    — Barnes & Noble, editorial review

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  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I love Queen Latifah. Self help isn't really my thing though. If inspirational words from the Queen is what you need, you got it. "

    — Tara, 2/2/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It was an easy read. She didn't share anything that was too profound, but for a young girl who is coming of age and needs some words of wisdom this would be a good book to suggest. "

    — Cheryl, 2/1/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A great book. I admire Queen Latifah even more after reading her words. Never underestimate yourself, and have confidence. Great lessons in how to be comfortable with and accepting of who you are. "

    — Heather, 1/10/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very upbeat and positive! Really liked it. "

    — Lholfeltz, 12/9/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I had high hopes for this book and Queen Latifah and she really raised the bar! I loved this book. That's all I have to say. Celebrate! "

    — Chelsea, 11/29/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I really enjoyed this book. It was nicely written and was like listening to a normal person. "

    — Sierra, 11/10/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " She does a good job of writing and her story is inspirational. It was expecting it to be a light read and it was not. A good book, but not one that I really enjoyed. "

    — Gratze, 8/4/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great book for your daughter or you! I have never even heard her music but she impressed and inspired me! "

    — Donna, 7/5/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This is a short, enjoyable read. Solid advice, without being preachy and distant is hard to come by... Also, I have to say that Queen Latifah is one of my favorite celebrities. She just radiates positivity, despite some pretty hard knocks. "

    — Kerry, 6/29/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A great read filled with antidotes, personal stories, and great advice on how to be your own queen! "

    — Kimber, 12/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Great for women that need a positive role model and positive outlook. Helps you change your thinking to more positive "

    — Katrina, 12/19/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I like that the Queen reads the book herself. Inspiring in some of the stories she shares. Somehow it was missing a little of the pizzazz that I associate with her. She'll always be one of my favorites though, you go girl! "

    — Kelly, 12/17/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It may be cheesy, but I just love me some Queen! For a celebrity she just seems so real and down-to-earth. This book wasn't literary genius, but it was definitely worth the read. "

    — Amy, 12/10/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I really enjoyed reading this. It was almost as if she was talking to you and you were in the room beside her instead of some preachy crap. "

    — Yolanda, 7/18/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I do enjoy Queen Latifah. This was interesting to me. She's very upbeat and positive. I think I'll rent some more movies of hers. "

    — Heather, 5/29/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It was an easy read. She didn't share anything that was too profound, but for a young girl who is coming of age and needs some words of wisdom this would be a good book to suggest. "

    — Cheryl, 3/30/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great book for your daughter or you! I have never even heard her music but she impressed and inspired me! "

    — Donna, 3/15/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very upbeat and positive! Really liked it. "

    — Lholfeltz, 2/21/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " All Hail the Queen! A book every young woman should read in today's world. What a classy role model Latifah is. She inspired countless young women in the 1990s during her early career and will undoubtedly continue to do so. This should be required reading for all women. "

    — Christina, 2/11/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It may be cheesy, but I just love me some Queen! For a celebrity she just seems so real and down-to-earth. This book wasn't literary genius, but it was definitely worth the read. "

    — Amy, 8/15/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I pretty much dig Queen Latifah and have for years and years. She is to talented in so many ways. So, maybe I'm biased. I don't care. I loved this book, personal, inspiring, down-to-earth and honest. "

    — Elizabeth, 7/5/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A nice quick read that was less like reading a book, and more like just having a nice chat. It actually complemented "Women, Food and God" very nicely. "

    — Kimberly, 6/26/2010

About Queen Latifah

Queen Latifah was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. The Queen got her first break in music when a demo tape featuring one of her raps made its way to Tommy Boy Records. She was signed and immediately became a hit. After the death of her brother and a soured deal with Tommy Boy, The Queen released her third album, “Black Reign,” and founded Flavor Unit Records and Management. She also landed a regular spot on Living Single and went on to star in a plethora of feature films, including Set It OffThe Perfect HolidayTaxi, and Bringing Down the House. She was nominated for an Oscar for her role in the hit musical Chicago.

About Joshua Ferris

Joshua Ferris is the author of three previous novels, Then We Came to the End, The Unnamed, and To Rise Again at a Decent Hour and a collection of stories, The Dinner Party. He was a finalist for the National Book Award, winner of the Barnes and Noble Discover Award and the PEN/Hemingway Award, and was named one of the New Yorker's “20 Under 40” writers in 2010. To Rise Again at a Decent Hour won the Dylan Thomas Prize and was shortlisted for the Booker Prize. His short stories have appeared in the New Yorker, Granta, and Best American Short Stories. He lives in New York.