How to Be a Bawse: A Guide to Conquering Life

by Lilly Singh
How to Be a Bawse: A Guide to Conquering Life cover
Good Books rating 3.33
Biography and Memoir
Technical
  • ID: 3547
  • Added: 2025-10-18
  • Updated: 2025-10-18
  • ISBN: 9781405929721
  • Publisher: Penguin UK
  • Published: 2017-03-28
  • Reviews: 3

From YouTube sensation Lilly Singh, aka Superwoman, comes a hilarious and bold guide to achieving success and happiness. Told in her signature voice, 'How to Be a Bawse' offers practical advice and personal stories to help you build confidence and take control of your life. Lilly's no-nonsense approach emphasizes that success is earned, not wished for, and her first-hand experiences provide valuable lessons for navigating life's ups and downs. This book is more than just motivational quotes; it's a manual for millennials looking to make it to the top. Lilly's unique blend of humor and tough love makes this guide both entertaining and empowering, helping you to take what you want out of life and smile genuinely because you've fought for it.

Reviews
HubPages · 2021-04-26
good 3.50

The book is seen as a great read that combines humor and thought-provoking insights, though not the best in the self-help genre.

This reviewer found the book to be a fun and engaging read, appreciating its humor and the way it makes you think. While they acknowledged that it might not be the best self-help book out there, they praised its accessibility and ease of reading. The book's unique blend of humor and practical advice made it stand out, even if it didn't reach the pinnacle of the self-help genre.

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    It's funny and it makes you think.

    It's not the best 'self-help' book out there, but it's easy to read.

    If you don't know Lilly, you will still enjoy this book.

ChompChompBlog · 2020-05-26
disappointing 2.50

The book did not resonate with the reviewer, despite admiring Lilly Singh's energy and awesomeness.

This reader had high hopes for the book, given their admiration for Lilly Singh's energy and charisma, but ultimately found it wasn't for them. They appreciated Singh's positive messages and suggestions, which are aimed at a younger audience. However, the content didn't quite click with their personal preferences, making it a miss rather than a hit for them.

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    This book was not for me.

    Lilly Singh is someone I've seen through the videos of other youtubers and always seemed awesome.

    I loved her energy.

Goodreads · 2017-03-28
enjoyable 4.00

The book is praised for being smart, sassy, and fun, with enjoyable advice. The reviewer found it more engaging than expected.

This reviewer really enjoyed the book, finding it far more engaging than they initially anticipated. They appreciated the smart and sassy tone, as well as the fun and practical advice scattered throughout. The book's energetic style made it a delightful read, and the reviewer particularly enjoyed Lilly Singh's unique perspective and humor.

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    Overall, I enjoyed this book far more than I expected.

    It was smart, sassy and above all, fun.

    I really enjoyed Lilly's tidbits of advice.

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