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FANTASIA tells of her astonishing rise from hopeless high school dropout to American Idol superstar in the inspirational New York Times bestseller Life Is Not a Fairy Tale
In one moment, with one tearful performance of 'Summertime,' the nineteen-year-old Fantasia captured the hearts -- and the votes -- of millions of American Idol fans. Her powerful voice and independent...more
In one moment, with one tearful performance of 'Summertime,' the nineteen-year-old Fantasia captured the hearts -- and the votes -- of millions of American Idol fans. Her powerful voice and independent...more
Published May 2nd 2006 by Atria Books (first published 2005)
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May 02, 2015Rebecca McNutt rated it really liked it
Normally I'm not a fan of memoirs that evoke pity and sympathy. Many of them end up just being 200-some-pages of ranting and raving and complaining, the authors trying to enforce that their lives are so sad and so much harder than the readers could ever imagine... give me a break!
But Fantasia's story, though it has its depressing and sad moments, is more filled with goals, dreams and a struggle to achieve them. It was well-written and unlike many memoirs out there, Life Is Not a Fairy Tale felt...more
But Fantasia's story, though it has its depressing and sad moments, is more filled with goals, dreams and a struggle to achieve them. It was well-written and unlike many memoirs out there, Life Is Not a Fairy Tale felt...more
Oct 05, 2009Tyrencecia Williams rated it it was amazing
a book about a girl who had a bad child hood and she got pregnant at 16 right after she was raped a former friend who was sent to prison but was let out because she dropped the charges. she dropped out of high school and went to go live with a friend and then a couple months later she auditioned for american idol and then she won and now is famous for her music and her talented voice.now she talks to girls all around about how to stay in school and how to be smart and talented young girls
This was good and this kinds of things that happened to her in this book happens to people daily, i know bwcause i experienced most of the things that she has experienced in life and im only 16 years old.This is a great book for every one whose going through something and it thinks that they cant make it out of it, there is a chance because she made it out of it and so did i.
Mar 04, 2012Deniece rated it did not like it Shelves: book-i-gave-up-on, books-i-own, non-white-authors
I like Fantasia. I just couldn't get through her life's story.
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Jun 15, 2010RYCJ rated it it was amazing
Having never seen one American Idol episode, though I've heard of Fantasia, is what made her memoir a pleasure to read, particularly the section on how she came to American Idol, and how she sang her way into the number one spot. Good God this section carries a spiritual note, like nothing I've ever read.
The grandmother, and her mother, the friend Tory, and without doubt, her brother I applaud. And thinking back on that `defying moment', I applaud her father too. The inclusion of Clive Davis (in...more
The grandmother, and her mother, the friend Tory, and without doubt, her brother I applaud. And thinking back on that `defying moment', I applaud her father too. The inclusion of Clive Davis (in...more
Jun 15, 2009Sabrina Rutter rated it it was ok · review of another edition
After watching the movie about Fanatasia's life I wanted to read her book, but I must say that I enjoyed the movie much more. She is very religous and talks about God all the way through the book and though I admit some of it was pretty inspirational, alot of it felt like I was reading about how to be a good christian girl from the hood.
The book was not wrote in a story from at all, it was basically Fantasia telling you what happened and her thoughts on those experiences.
I must admit that afte...more
The book was not wrote in a story from at all, it was basically Fantasia telling you what happened and her thoughts on those experiences.
I must admit that afte...more
I'm one of the world's biggest Fantasia Barrino fans. This book was better than the movie. I think I was better off reading the book before I watched the movie. In this amazing book ,I've learned a lot. Fantasia was only a kid when she was raped. Soon after she give birth to a little girl. A lot of people including family thought Fantasia was going to be like everybody else. But Fantasia didn't her not finishing school or being a teen mother hold her back from anything.Just like myself singing w...more
Synopsis: this book is about the famous sinqer Fantasia. and how she became famous, its basically her life story..
Classification:
Audience: towards youing mature adults
Purpose: to give you info. on Fantasia's life..
Medium: Life Story, A Book.
Genre Of Settinq: Non-Fiction
Genre Of Plot: Auto-Bioqraphy
Genre Of Style: Everyday person becominq a star :)
Criticism:
The book to me was very good. it made me think of what i wanted to become in MY LIFE, and how i was qonna make a differece. because Fantasia...more
Dec 30, 2007Nandi Crawford rated it it was amazingClassification:
Audience: towards youing mature adults
Purpose: to give you info. on Fantasia's life..
Medium: Life Story, A Book.
Genre Of Settinq: Non-Fiction
Genre Of Plot: Auto-Bioqraphy
Genre Of Style: Everyday person becominq a star :)
Criticism:
The book to me was very good. it made me think of what i wanted to become in MY LIFE, and how i was qonna make a differece. because Fantasia...more
Recommends it for: all young sisters and anyone needing some inspriation
Shelves: bios-autos-and-memoirs, black-chick-lit, children-teens-dept, empowering-stories, teen-pregnancy
I got to read this book, and I tell you for someone still quite young, she's learned her lesson and has since moved on with her life in a more positive way. Two albums under her belt, starring in a Broadway production(The Color Purple). But her life before this was not pretty. She was the only girl in her family. She had a reading problem which caused her to do poorly in school because of it, and with her boyfriend, she had her first baby, Zion in 2001. I highly recommend this book for all the y...more
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Dec 13, 2009Symphony Griffin rated it really liked it
Fantasia Barrino's Daughter Zion Quari Barrino
The winner of American Idol Fantasia put in writing everything in her life that hapeened to her good and bad. The story it not about [' oh woe is me', It is about how she went from rags to riches by believing in her gift. Fantasia turns he negatives into positive and how everything she does is for her daughter. In the publication she also talks about what you can do to better yourself and that it is all about having courage, hope, and God and each time it will turn out all right. Even though sh...more
Dec 27, 2017Darcia Scates rated it liked it
I never cared for Fantasia until I read this book. Fantasia shares the intimate details of her life. I encourage everyone to read it and pass it on to younger teens to avoid the pitfalls she fell into. I am a proponent of literacy efforts as well now. Fantasia missed out on so many good books growing up because of her illiteracy. Much love to Fantasia for penning her story and acknowledging her God-given gifts.
I read this book long time ago. But as I remember, while I was reading this book, I always look at the remaining pages and says, please don't yet finish. This book has full of advice and motivation especially for the teenage.
'God grant me the serenity to accept the thing that i cannot change, the courage to change the things i can, and the wisdom to know the different.'
This is the best quote that I have found in the book.
'God grant me the serenity to accept the thing that i cannot change, the courage to change the things i can, and the wisdom to know the different.'
This is the best quote that I have found in the book.
Sep 30, 2011Brychaunna Warfield rated it it was amazing
Imagine boys only liking you for your body or how you dressed how would you feel? The people that was in the book is Fantasia , her baby father B and her mom and dad. The book was about a girl who had problems since she was young until she got older then she got picked for American Idol now she's pursuing her dreams and trying to become a good mother. This book was good and yes i recommend people read it.
this book was alright. it wasn't the best one I have read. I feel for her and then again I don't because she falls in love too quickly she is way to naïve and I just don't understand how someone like her can live like that. beautiful girl, beautiful voice, beautiful personality but she is a bit dumb for me. I would not recommend this read to no one
This was a decent read. There was some repetition sometimes however it mostly kept my attention. I enjoyed reading about her life before and after winning American Idol. Although she wasn't my favorite during that season I did like some of her performances. And after reading her book, I am now rooting for her continued success.
May 05, 2011Kimberly Hicks rated it liked it
Fantasia's life has been an emotional roller coaster ride, but I respect her for telling her story. She gives a detailed account of her upbringing and her roots, and I enjoyed the read. It's always a pleasure to learn how people became who they are, and I really enjoyed this book!
This book is a rare, that the movie is made 99% like. She became a friend and I motivation after reading. I would encourage any adolescent or approaching to read this book or just anyone that feel like hard mud.
Sep 09, 2007Raven rated it it was amazing
Omg!!!!!!!!I totally love this book.The number one thing i learned from this book is never judge a book by its cover.Most people that keep big secrets that needs to be told bottled up inside,are in for a rude awakening.
I read this book a long time ago, just thought I'd add it. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about Fantasia's life. People are so critical of others, and people are very harsh to her, but I'm so glad she rises above anyhow, isn't that sweet? Success is the BEST revenge! :)
Aug 19, 2015Kenna added it
So inspirational.
I had it when people judge a person based on their past how can you expect them to do better if you don't give them a chance to get to their future?
I loved this book it was an exquisite modern-day rags-to-riches tale!
I had it when people judge a person based on their past how can you expect them to do better if you don't give them a chance to get to their future?
I loved this book it was an exquisite modern-day rags-to-riches tale!
fantasia life isn't a joke.She came from being rape from achieving her dreams. She is a inspiration to me. She could teach the world how life is not a fairy tale.
Apr 18, 2008Mznew_bootie1 rated it it was amazing Shelves: loveable-shelf
itz a cool book i also learned about her lifestyle
I like what I have read thus far!
thix is a good book and i love it cuz its ah gud book and true...
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Oct 22, 2008Jennifer rated it it was amazingRecommended to Jennifer by: nobody
this book is very good its real and i like it alot its very interesting and it makes you want to keeep reading and reading
I really like this book an I can't to finish!
Apr 26, 2009Daniel Williams rated it it was amazing
I love this book.
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Directed by
| Debbie Allen |
Writing Credits(WGA)
| Keith Glover | ... | (teleplay) |
| Fantasia Barrino | ... | (book) (in part) |
Cast (in credits order)
| Fantasia Barrino | ... | Fantasia Barrino | |
| Loretta Devine | ... | Addie Collins | |
| Viola Davis | ... | Diane Barrino | |
| Kadeem Hardison | ... | Joseph Barrino | |
| Chico Benymon | ... | Rodney Birks | |
| Jamia Simone Nash | ... | Young Fantasia | |
| JoNell Kennedy | ... | Barbara | |
| Cedric Pendleton | ... | Johnny Lee | |
| Julius Tennon | ... | Mr. Emanuel | |
| Thomas Tah Hyde III | ... | Rico Barrino | |
| Norman Nixon Jr. | ... | Dwayne | |
| Paul Amadi | ... | Young Rico | |
| Terrance Thomas | ... | Young Tiny | |
| Deanna Dawn | ... | Ruby | |
| Toussant Duchess | ... | Wanda Jean | |
| Rhianna Mack | ... | Dot | |
| Marci Stringer | ... | Tess | |
| Bryce Ruffins | ... | Keireece | |
| Clyde Risley Jones | ... | Cicero (as Clyde Jones) | |
| Walter Breaux | ... | Mr. Morse | |
| Greg DiLeo | ... | Publicist Ed (as Greg Di Leo) | |
| Michael Arata | ... | Officer Kelvin | |
| M.A. Cole | ... | Dr. Birks | |
| Ashley LeConte Campbell | ... | Ms. Windsor | |
| Brandi Gerard | ... | Valerie (as Brandi Coleman) | |
| Markeeda Monet | ... | Lady At The Bar | |
| Meredith McCoy | ... | Patti (as Meredith McCoy Mauldin) | |
| David Jensen | ... | Interviewer | |
| Lyle Brocato | ... | Registrator | |
| Gavin Lewis | ... | Clerk | |
| Rusty Tennant | ... | Security Guard | |
| Micaiah Jae McZeal | ... | Zion Two | |
| Andrea Frankle | ... | Producer One | |
| Marcus Lyle Brown | ... | Producer Two | |
| Mark Adam | ... | Producer Three | |
| India Scandrick | ... | Teasing Girl | |
| Paula Abdul | ... | Herself (archive footage) | |
| Simon Cowell | ... | Himself (archive footage) | |
| Diana DeGarmo | ... | Herself (archive footage) | |
| Randy Jackson | ... | Himself (archive footage) | |
| Ryan Seacrest | ... | Himself (archive footage) | |
| Rest of cast listed alphabetically: | |||
| Julia Adams | ... | Record Producer / Judge (uncredited) | |
| Michele Adams | ... | Church Member / Producer (uncredited) | |
| Debbie Allen | ... | American Idol Auditionee in Sunglasses (uncredited) | |
| Dewey Allen | ... | American Idol Auditionee (uncredited) | |
| Chris Bailey | ... | Bully (uncredited) | |
| Barbara Balentine | ... | Methodist Church member (uncredited) | |
| Shellita Boxie | ... | Nurse (uncredited) | |
| Deejay Buras | ... | Fan in crowd (uncredited) | |
| Lamya Holley Clinton | ... | American Idol Auditionee (uncredited) | |
| Richard Diggs | ... | Methodist Preacher (uncredited) | |
| Toussaint Duchess | ... | Wanda Jean (uncredited) | |
| Anthony Gangi | ... | American Idol Auditionee (uncredited) | |
| Geraldine Glenn | ... | Church Attendee (uncredited) | |
| Chuck Halley | ... | Methodist Church Deacon (uncredited) | |
| Jacob Hamil | ... | Mean Student (uncredited) | |
| Mary Hill | ... | Background actress (uncredited) | |
| Bria Hobgood | ... | Competitor (uncredited) | |
| Cliff Johnson | ... | Bartender (uncredited) | |
| Raymond Lapino | ... | Sleeping Methodist Church member (uncredited) | |
| Cynthia LeBlanc | ... | Preachers Wife (uncredited) | |
| Elton LeBlanc | ... | Security Guard (uncredited) | |
| Cynthia Leigh | ... | Blue Faery (uncredited) | |
| Audrey Lynn | ... | Nurse (uncredited) | |
| Summer Love Peaches | ... | Baby (uncredited) | |
| Maureen Phelan | ... | Church attendee (uncredited) | |
| Allison Robin | ... | Contestant (uncredited) | |
| Aaron Sauer | ... | American Idol contestant (uncredited) | |
| Louis St. Romain | ... | Dancer / American Idol contestant (uncredited) | |
| Denise Sweet | ... | Mean Girl (uncredited) | |
| Theodore Thyssen | ... | Store Patron (uncredited) | |
| Nadia Walden | ... | American Idol Hopeful (uncredited) | |
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Produced by
| Ron Binkowski | ... | co-producer |
| Kimberly Calhoun Boling | ... | co-executive producer (as Kimberly C. Anderson) |
| Robert O. Green | ... | executive producer |
| Bill Haber | ... | executive producer |
| John J. McMahon | ... | producer |
| Christopher Morgan | ... | producer |
| Malcolm Petal | ... | co-executive producer |
| Ellyn Williams | ... | co-executive producer |
Music by
| Rickey Minor |
Cinematography by
| John Simmons |
Film Editing by
| Lillian Benson |
Casting By
| Mark Fincannon |
| Peter Wise |
Production Design by
| Bernt Amadeus Capra |
Art Direction by
| Frank Zito |
Set Decoration by
| Raymond Pumilia |
Costume Design by
| Malikka Coston | ||
| Jillian Ann Kreiner | ... | (as Jillian Kreiner) |
Production Management
| Rob Leifer | ... | music production manager |
| Christopher Morgan | ... | production manager |
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
| Scott August | ... | second assistant director |
| Alan Breton | ... | first assistant director |
| Sherman Shelton Jr. | ... | second second assistant director |
| Paul Uddo | ... | additional second assistant director |
Art Department
| Hannah Beachler | ... | set dresser |
| Chris Britt | ... | set dresser |
| Gus Coto | ... | leadman |
| Ryan Martin Dwyer | ... | set dresser |
| Alexandra Eagle | ... | art assistant |
| Beau Harrison | ... | props |
| Elizabeth Herberg | ... | art department coordinator |
| Juliana Hoffpauir | ... | assistant property master |
| Sam Lothridge | ... | on-set dresser |
| Michelle Marchand II | ... | buyer |
| Leonard Marchand | ... | property master (as Leonard Lavigueur) |
| Brent Stewart | ... | carpenter |
Sound Department
| Gregory Black | ... | utility sound technician |
| Sean Byrne | ... | supervising sound editor |
| Joe Cappelletti | ... | voice director: adr |
| David C. Eichhorn | ... | sound editor |
| Kevin Fisher | ... | sound effects editor |
| Jeffrey Haupt | ... | sound mixer |
| Ruby C. Haupt | ... | boom operator |
| Dean St. John | ... | adr mixer |
| Christopher Tiffany | ... | playback |
| David Torres | ... | foley mixer |
| John St. Denis | ... | adr recordist (uncredited) |
Stunts
| Trace Cheramie | ... | stunts |
| Jeff Galpin | ... | stunt coordinator |
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Camera and Electrical Department
| Michael Applebaum | ... | camera operator: 'b' camera |
| Michael Charbonnet | ... | first assistant camera |
| David C. Edwards | ... | second assistant camera: 'a' camera |
| Franklin Jones II | ... | grip |
| Wells A. Smith | ... | key rigging grip |
| Earl Woods | ... | lighting technician |
Casting Department
| James Bearb | ... | casting assistant |
| Lauri David | ... | extras casting |
Costume and Wardrobe Department
| Malikka Coston | ... | costumer |
| Jennifer Kamrath | ... | costume supervisor |
| Ashley Martin | ... | set costumer |
| Meagan McLaughlin | ... | key set costumer |
| Ashlie Philastre | ... | extras costumer |
| Giselle Spence | ... | seamstress |
| Lesley D. Wickham | ... | extras costumer |
Editorial Department
| Larry Field | ... | final colorist |
| Felicia D. Moore | ... | first assistant editor |
Location Management
| Les Arceneaux | ... | location assistant |
| Paul Lucero | ... | location assistant |
Music Department
| Jill Meyers | ... | music clearance |
| Josh Winget | ... | music editor |
| Stan Jones | ... | music editor (uncredited) |
| Rickey Minor | ... | musical director (uncredited) |
Transportation Department
| John DeVay | ... | fuel truck driver |
| Donald Dibartolo | ... | transportation co-captain |
| Rene Horstmann | ... | driver |
| Earl R. Hurst Sr. | ... | transportation captain |
| Dan Romero | ... | transportation coordinator |
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| Cassandra Barbour | ... | rights and clearances |
| Erin Borel | ... | production coordinator |
| Shellita Boxie | ... | personal trainer / stand-in |
| Christopher C. Brown | ... | production assistant |
| Chris Browne | ... | key craft service |
| Ariane Chatman | ... | payroll accountant |
| Lucia Hallett | ... | production assistant |
| John Lavis | ... | set medic: day player |
| Clayton Lyons | ... | production assistant |
| Casey Moore | ... | office production assistant |
| Holly O'Quin | ... | set medic |
| Gerson Paz | ... | set production assistant |
| Annie Poirier | ... | assistant production coordinator |
| Nicholas Sarando | ... | script supervisor |
| Claire Schexnayder | ... | production assistant |
| Mathilde Semmes | ... | intern |
| Laura Sevier | ... | rights and clearances |
| Trey Sullivan | ... | first assistant accountant |
| Tim Turner | ... | production accountant |
| John M. White | ... | key set production assistant |
| Sarah Nunez | ... | executive assistant: co-executive producer (uncredited) |
| Theodore Thyssen | ... | stand-in (uncredited) |