You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) - A Memoir

Felicia Day is one of those people who is famous for all the right reasons. She's smart, witty and just has that enduring presence that makes you feel right with the world.

Reading her story was most enlightening. I don't want to got into spoilers here but I will just simply say that she's just as weird as the rest of us.

So many celebrities seem less real and approachable, Felicia is not like that at all and this book really opens up her world to the rest of us.

I am still chuckling about the recital ad she talks about here, classic Felicia all the way!

So, if you've not figured it out yet, yes, I loved it!

I absolutely adore this book. She is so honest and brave to reveal everything in this book. Thank you for your post, "Crossing the Street" last year. It helped me through the GamerGate thing more than you will ever know.

I'm in my 50s but the feelings Felicia put into this book resonate back through the years to my childhood when the term Geek hadn't even been thought of. And the pressure and stress of she went through running her own business, yes I've felt that too. The book spoke to me in a way I would never have dreamed was possible. Fan or newbie I can't recommend this highly enough!

I love the humor and honesty infused in this book. I laughed and I teared up. I really applaud Felicia for being brave to be so honest and to let people into her head. As a writer of short stories who has some mild social anxiety who also feels like a fraud, I could really relate to Felicia's words. I was a fan before but now I am an even bigger fan.

I just finished the book, and if I wasn't a fan before (spoiler - I already was), I definitely am now. This is a personal look at the ups and downs of trying to be successful while doing what you love. It's inspiring and educating, I finished the book with stars in my eyes.

Loved it.

Her writing style is quirky, but in a playful, calculating way. This beautiful young lady also dispenses some of the best career advice out there, in an entertaining way that makes you want to keep reading it. I wish I had read it thirty years ago. I'm an elder nerd, and she now has a fan for life.

Although I am familiar with some of Ms. Day’s accomplishments, I found her personal story to be interesting, if not downright compelling. I am a generation older than the author and was intrigued at the similarities and differences in coming of age as a geek during the rise of computers versus the rise of the internet. I find her self-deprecating humor delightful and expect to hear more from her in the future.

Felicia Day has lived an odd life, met some weird people, and survived the internet when it was uphill both ways to get anything posted. This book is just fun. If you love felicia, The Guild, or are just a nerd who survived prodigy, this book is for you. If you are looking for inspiration to add your own weird to the internet, read it. She has some good advice for creating online.

If someone is familiar with Felicia Day's work knows that she is really good writer generally and this book only further proofs that. Reading this book is quite a ride. Fun, inspiring, moving, weird (see what I did here ;p), charming and most of all honest - exactly like an author.

I love Felicia Day, and I bought and read this from page one to the end. I would only recommend it to true fans of all her work since it seems a lot like a vanity project than anything else. Again - as I said, she's good at what she does, but there is not much here you don't already know. One more time, if you're a big fan definitely read it. If not, then don't. Ms. Day says pretty much the same in her own works.

I enjoyed seeing Felicia Day on The Guild and "Geek and Sundry" but was unsure how a bio would go, but this was laugh out hilarious. Well written, smart and sassy. May not mean as much if you haven't seen her in action, but I loved it.

Felicia Day is an inspiration. If you are a nerdy, home-schooled for non crazy religious reasons, who was obsessed with Anne of Green Gables as a child (and as a woman if I'm being completely honest.) woman with an affinity for nerdy hobbies- You will find an unexpected kindred spirit here. Felicia is witty, and her style is not only engaging but downright captivating. 10/10- would read again.

Amazingly awesome & full of so many surprises. Also I am really glad that I went with the audio version because listening to Felicia Day read it herself feels like a conversation. I do realize she is real, but hearing her tell it, makes her real and makes things (like life & it's overwhelmedness) feel possible.

Things you never knew about people. It's good to know that even successful people like Felicia Day deal with their own issues. It's great reading about the wild ride she's been on. Of special note is her frank discussion about dealing with anxiety and depression. I think others will find inspiration.

For those that aren't sure who Felicia Day is, she is an actress, an author, an entrepreneur, an innovator and a gamer. She has in her resume, among many things, the experience of revolutionizing the internet in some ways - namely the creation of her web series, The Guild, that was posted for everyone to watch for free on YouTube back in 2007 (and later expanded to other media such as Xbox and DVD). This web series, based (whether loosely or not) on many of her experiences both in real life and through online video game playing, launched her self-made career and popularity. Since then she has done so many things that I won't list here because I think her story is worth reading or listening to (honestly it's my opinion that you should get the audio book since she reads it herself). Felicia details her life from childhood to current, describing her home schooled upbringing in just the right amount of detail to give you a good understanding of why she is who she is today.

She didn't get to where she is easily - while I've been a fan of her work prior to this book, I now have a much better understanding of the many struggles she's had to go through. I listened to this book with smiles, laughter, tears and pride for her accomplishments. Through it all, she doesn't harp on the problems she had or the troubles that people have given her - instead she borderlines on a helpful attitude and gives advice on how to push through problems and adversity.

There is one chapter near the end of the book where she discusses online harassment and threats that she's experienced - in particular related to Gamergate over the last couple of years. I found this to be the bravest of her chapters, because even my bringing it up here in this review could potentially incite negative responses toward myself, such is that topic's volatile nature. Felicia Day's story isn't just about a female gamer who made it in the online world, it's about a person who - through damn hard work and determination - succeeded in her wildest dreams.

From social awkwardness, through depression, through adversity and onward to success - Felicia Day's book is worth a read by anyone. I applaud you, Miss Day, for sharing your life with all of us.

I've been a big fan of Felicia Day since The Guild first made it on my radar. There are complaints some minority complaints here about bad writing but I found it to read almost like a personal letter from a friend. I think thats how a memoir should read. It was fast paced, and her humor came across very well. Thanks Felicia, for sharing a little bit of your story with us.

If you have ever been a part of an online community, a game player or just someone that maybe had a hard time fitting in because you were a geek - you cannot help but have Felecia Day's story speak to you. Without even knowing her, I felt like I knew her.
The book is an honest story about Felicia's journey thus far, infused with the right amount of humor, self reflection and a few life lessons that are sure to be a help to others. There were so many passages that just resonated with me.

Now, to be honest, I am a fan of online gaming and I have enjoyed Felicia Day's work for a long time. However, I believe that the sense of community and the endless possibilities of web communities should be apparent to most people. She touches on the fact that anything - even the web, can have a dark side. That very anonymity that allows people from all walks of life to become friends in a minority of others rips off the inhibitions to a more uncivilized nature. To me, the book is a must read. I really enjoyed it and wish Felecia Day continued success and much happiness.

Felicia's book is a wonderful read. Her humor infuses the whole book, even as she relates the awkward mistakes and unhappy times. As well as entertaining, I think she skillfully demonstrates that people should enjoy the things in their life that give them joy and not worry about what others might think.

I thought I knew most of the basics about actress/writer/creator/entrepreneur Felicia Day. I was wrong! She really opens up as she describes her weird childhood, weird education, weird video game addiction and how it all came together to give us the wonderful person we've come to love via the internet. With wry, witty and self-depreciating humor, Day gives us a look at the early days of the web and how she nevertheless was slow to appreciate the opportunities it offered when her TV pilot about gamers was rejected by the MSM. While partly a love letter to her fans and the sense of community the internet affords, Day is also brutally honest about her anxieties and the emotional toll of fame, creating a show, running a company and running afoul of trolls. While definitely not your typical success story, her book should inspire weird people everywhere to realize their dreams now that the internet allows anyone to fly their freak flag and see who salutes.

Excellent read. The author has a bright and breezy style that made the whole book a joy to read. This would be a wonderful gift for the geek in your life. Warning parts of this book may cause strong emotions.

Some memoirs are very dry and boring, but not this one. Felicia Day tells her story in a way that it just felt like one person telling their friend a story. It was very witty, very nerdy, and we'll written. I couldn't put it down

This is a moving, smart, funny, and uplifting book by an important role model for gamers & geeks & anybody who finds comfort in any community made possible by the Internet. Thanks for writing this, Felicia Day. My list of long-term goals once seemed insurmountable, but now I feel like I can't begin working on it it soon enough.

Very enjoyable book with Felicia Day's inimitable combination of intelligence, self-deprecation, charm and humour. My only regret is that some of the work she's done that I've enjoyed most - in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and in Dr Horrible - is barely touched upon - but what is covered is delightful, thought-provoking and moving.

Not a bad book, but at a certain point I had the distinct feeling of being "played" by the author. She's an actor--a person paid to act a role. From the few things I've seen her in (Buffy, the Guild), she is pretty good. While I don't doubt her sincerity, especially when discussing how she grew up, the avoidance (except in passing) of relationships is...a bit odd. She does mentioned an unnamed boyfriend in passing at different points in the book, but I'm never sure if it is the same guy, or a different guy. That made me a bit "hmmm..." Part of the fantasy of the male geeks/nerds is the geek girl, who is unattached and cool. Writing about her real-life relationships would have interfered with that ideal nerd-girl, I suppose. Too bad; that would have added some depth to the book and made it an important reflection of today's world--keeping relationships together in a world where you are recorded, harassed, et al, all the time.

I enjoyed reading Felicia's autobiography. A lot of her internet persona can been seen in the various life experiences she writes about. Very well written, although I was hoping to read about her time on TV shows such as Buffy and Eureka.

I loved hearing about felicia's childhood,and how she got where she is. She's so funny ,and I love her writing,but it was nice to also see another side to her. A side I sometimes think only I go thru. I guess it's nice in a way to see your favorite celebs as the human beings they are,not perfect just themselves.

This book surprised me. I expected the fun, the quirky, the amusing anecdotes, all of which were there in force and very entertaining. What I didn't expect was the raw honesty and transparency throughout. After finishing it, I have an even greater respect for Ms. Day for making it through corporate pressure, personal demons and brutal attacks from the worst element of the gaming community, still somehow retaining her sanity and sense of humor. The book reads easily and is completely engaging - highly recommended!

I almost never write book reviews, but I've been a fan of Felicia Day for years and I think I've seen just about everything she's been in. I've always admired her tenacity in creating her niche when the world didn't have a place where she fit perfectly. That admiration has only been magnified by reading the story of her struggle to get where she is in life and the bumps and bruises she got along the way. I have been looking forward to this book since I first heard it was coming out and it has surpassed my expectations.

Very enjoyable book with Felicia Day's inimitable combination of intelligence, self-deprecation, charm and humour. My only regret is that some of the work she's done that I've enjoyed most - in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and in Dr Horrible - is barely touched upon - but what is covered is delightful, thought-provoking and moving.

Not a bad book, but at a certain point I had the distinct feeling of being "played" by the author. She's an actor--a person paid to act a role. From the few things I've seen her in (Buffy, the Guild), she is pretty good. While I don't doubt her sincerity, especially when discussing how she grew up, the avoidance (except in passing) of relationships is...a bit odd. She does mentioned an unnamed boyfriend in passing at different points in the book, but I'm never sure if it is the same guy, or a different guy. That made me a bit "hmmm..." Part of the fantasy of the male geeks/nerds is the geek girl, who is unattached and cool. Writing about her real-life relationships would have interfered with that ideal nerd-girl, I suppose. Too bad; that would have added some depth to the book and made it an important reflection of today's world--keeping relationships together in a world where you are recorded, harassed, et al, all the time.

I enjoyed reading Felicia's autobiography. A lot of her internet persona can been seen in the various life experiences she writes about. Very well written, although I was hoping to read about her time on TV shows such as Buffy and Eureka.

I loved hearing about felicia's childhood,and how she got where she is. She's so funny ,and I love her writing,but it was nice to also see another side to her. A side I sometimes think only I go thru. I guess it's nice in a way to see your favorite celebs as the human beings they are,not perfect just themselves.

This book surprised me. I expected the fun, the quirky, the amusing anecdotes, all of which were there in force and very entertaining. What I didn't expect was the raw honesty and transparency throughout. After finishing it, I have an even greater respect for Ms. Day for making it through corporate pressure, personal demons and brutal attacks from the worst element of the gaming community, still somehow retaining her sanity and sense of humor. The book reads easily and is completely engaging - highly recommended!

I almost never write book reviews, but I've been a fan of Felicia Day for years and I think I've seen just about everything she's been in. I've always admired her tenacity in creating her niche when the world didn't have a place where she fit perfectly. That admiration has only been magnified by reading the story of her struggle to get where she is in life and the bumps and bruises she got along the way. I have been looking forward to this book since I first heard it was coming out and it has surpassed my expectations.

Very enjoyable. I'm one of the weird people that really enjoys seeing what lies behind the curtain of my favorite things - books, shows etc. Seeing into some of the creative processes fascinates me.

I tend to laugh when anyone mentions nerd culture, because growing up watching Star Trek reruns after school and getting excited as a kid about that new Star Wars movie by the guy who directed American Graffiti ( which I was too young to see yet), I never felt any sense of culture or community.

However it is stories like this that do begin to tie a bunch of outsiders and misfits into a community. Common experiences begin to tie us together, whether it is playing WoW or getting our characters killed in Tomb of Horrors start to build that set of shared stories that form the basis of any culture.

Felicia Day does a fantastic job of showing how she is just like the rest of us geeks. Her story of meeting Nichele Nichols so reminds me of struggling to find anything to say to authors when I meet them to get their books autographed. Even more so remembering meeting Nichele and having her sign my copy of Star Trek Catan a few years back at Gencon.

The internet, tv, math (I have a BS in Math myself, most of which I have never used either (even though I am a computer programmer)), music, acting and now books - what will she conquer next? I truly look forward to seeing what the queen of the internet does next.

I'm a massive fan of Felicia's and have been for years. I loved every page of this book. And I really related to it in a lot of ways. As a writer and someone who suffers from, at times, crippling anxiety, it was really helpful to see a successful person whom I admire talk about their own battles with it and discuss how they were able to work past it. It also made me really sad to read all the hateful things men said to her during the GamerGate thing. People really are the worst.

I have been a fan of Felicia Day since I watched the first episode of The Guild. Reading her interestingly funny life story was very entertaining and full of areas of inspiration. I would recommend this book for any of her fans. And if you are not a fan I also believe you would find it interesting.

Felicia Day has caught a lot of undue criticism regarding her work. She is one of my personal favorites in the nerd sphere and my love and respect for her has only grown from reading this book.
With a foreward from Joss Whedon, an amazing sense of humor, and stories of her life, Felicia has created an amazing piece of literature and I will proudly place it alongside my most cherished books.
Reading the story of her life gives me hope as somebody hoping to make their own way into their career..

A fun and insightful read, Felicia Day shares her life's journey and encourages us to embrace our inner weirdo. A perfect book for when you are feeling alone or doubting your own worth; or maybe you just want to have a couple good laughs. I would especially recommend this book to creative people and us oddballs that don't quite fit in with the crowd.

I have admired Felicia Day since her first appearance on The Guild. Learning about her prior to this from interviews and her Geek & Sundry posts, I've always felt, "That could have been me if only I..." I enjoyed her book for many reasons: she describes her childhood and mentions many of the things I enjoyed as a child, she talks about the good and the bad of people using the internet, her anxiety, overcoming her anxiety and following her instincts. I remain a fan.

This is the auto biography of @feliciaday and it covers her life as first, her mother is told No, the curriculum won't change, so she decides to home school her kids in the Deep South. Then how Felicia Day grew up trying to always be Perfect, and still being told No. While she might have been happier I'df she had sometime acquiesced, the path leads her into her schooling, her acting, and a successful web career.

Being told no, also made her try things she would never had done. But there was a darker side, and this caused much anxiety and depression. And there are those haters that have to hate. The'll kick you when down.

This book deals with both the highs, and lows. And hopefully it leads to more.

I've always been a Joss Whedon fan and was introduced to Felicia Day through Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I was linked to her webseries The Guild through the Whedon fandom, and haven't looked back since. To be honest, I wasn't sure if I was going to buy this book since I'm not a gamer myself, am unfamiliar with Felicia's personality and don't tend to read biographies. I'm glad that I gave it a chance, because like the rest of her work, there is an undercurrent of warmth and human connection under all of that geeky gamer-talk. It's truly a book for anyone, even people who avoid games like the plague (myself).

The book describes Felicia Day's childhood and homeschooling through her acting career and shift towards web-based media. The memoir is written with great humour and fun, with little scraps from her diary and life and even screenshots from her other (online/gaming) life. It's very nostalgic for anyone born in the 70s/80s who started to contact the world wide web in the mid-90s. While detailing the process of how her business came to be, however, we come to learn that it's not all a bed of roses. That section, as well as her bravery in standing up against the bullies and not allowing herself to be silenced or intimidated during the gamergate debacle (which I didn't know about in detail till I read her book), are what truly makes the book and Felicia herself shine.

I'd just like to thank her for speaking so frankly about her struggles with depression and anxiety. Having been through it myself in the last 5 years, I related to large sections of her experience and believe that it's very important to talk about it so that others can see hope for their futures. Thank you Felicia. I've blogged about my own journey with depression and anxiety over achievement/self-worth and was told that it was inspiring. I didn't think that it was anything special and felt deeply embarrassed - as if I was over-sharing (which you also mentioned), and from your memoir, I think you'd feel the same. Regardless, I'd like to tell you that your bravery and humour, resilience and courage, is inspiring. Loved the book.

5 deeply felt, twin stars pencil cases

I read this book in two days. It was impossible to put down. Felicia Day is funny, honest and amazing! She has inspired me to go out and try something new. I think anyone who is at a point in their lives where they aren't sure what to do, should just read this book then get to work.

I have been a fan of Felicia sine the beginning with The Guild. It's nice to read about everything from her childhood to the present. She is funny and witty and true to herself in the memoir. I couldn't put it down. If you're a fan or not a fan it's a great read.

Just not interesting. Yes, she proves that she is a nerd/geek. But, she's not a FUNNY nerd/geek. I bought this since it was one of those "people who bought this .....(whatever you're buying) also bought this (this-not-worth-$13.99-book). I bought "Let's Pretend This Never Happened" by Jenny Lawson. Now, THAT was hilarious......gut-splitting, embarrassed myself laughing out loud on an airflight, snort-snotting funny. This book? Not.

Felicia Day writes a relatable memoir and makes all the geeky girls of the world feel not so alone. She's funny and insightful in her writing and I highly recommend this book to anyone who feels a bit like an outsider.

I have to admit, I've been a long term Felicia Day fan. I've seen so much of her impromptu internet content that I already knew she was outspoken, funny, incredibly open, and TMI. In true Felicia style, reading this is like sitting across from her, eating pancakes, catching up, and reminiscing with your bestie. In You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost), we get an in-depth glimpse into Felicia the person - her triumphs, her trials, her penchant for game character clothing. Remarkably brave, funny, awkward, and endearing. I have a ton of Kindle books now, but this is only the second or third review I have ever felt compelled to write, and the *only* book I have preordered in my long life.
Thank you, Ms Day; as always, I feel better about the world because you spoke to me.

Felicia proves yet again how funny and charming she is. Book is easy to pick up, and hard to put down. If you're a fan, this is a must have. For everyone else, there will be much enjoyment to be had as well. Enjoy!

I am an old school historical board game designer who first became aware of Ms. Day through Will Wheaton's Tabletop show that is featured on her Geek and Sundry youtube channel. When I heard that she had written a book I was intrigued enough to get the kindle version and hopefully learn more about this new world that I entered about three years ago.

This is a fast read and it reminded me of when I read James Joyce's, Portrait of an Artist as a Young Man. I think Joyce would have like the rhythm of her writing and her use of words that you cannot look up in a dictionary. It also reminded me of reading a novel on the origins of Wonder Woman. In any case I found that I got far more out of the book than I expected and I highly recommend this book if you like stories about interesting people. My one caveat is if you identify as a conservative Republican Bible thumper, I would stay away. Hopefully one day she will feature one of my designs on her network and I can have a conversation with her, although after reading this book I think I already have.

I read this book in one sitting. I could not put it down. I laughed. I cried. A very enjoyable read. A travel log of her journey from her home-schooled childhood (hippie reasons), to actor (Dr. Horrible, Buffy, The Guild, Dollhouse), to Internet entrepreneur.

A definite buy. I can't wait for the movie. I suppose Emily Blunt will play Felicia. Find out why inside the book!

Couldn't put this book down. Felicia bares all in this wonderfully charming, and sometimes heart-wrenching, memoir about growing up weird.

If you've ever felt like you didn't fit in, had self doubt, or love games, this book is for you.

This book is wonderful. The only ones who do not like this book are the pathetic gamer gate attitude iditios. While the media calls her the Queen, her book shows she is just like every other geek and nerd.

I really like Felicia Day, and she's had an interesting life. This is really engaging and insightful at times, and other times I feel like it touches too lightly on the parts I really wanted to read. Overall, I enjoyed it.

for starters, i truly really enjoyed this book. some of the reviews i read were harsh, to say the least, but PLEASE don't let them discourage you from reading this gem. i've been a fan of Felicia for several years, ever since she was introduced on Supernatural. that's how i discovered her, because i'm not a gamer. i was a little worried about this book being a little too heavy on the ''gamer girl'' stuff, but she did a great job of making it appealling to non gamers as well, and holds the readers hand through the gaming lingo. like me, Felicia was homeschooled, which i found both interesting and relatable, so right off the bat, i connected with her in her struggle for self acceptance and a longing to find out who she really was, throughout an unusual child hood. With her witty and honest voice, Felicia recalls the ups and downs of her life, from first successes, to embarrassing moments, to painful failures and struggles with mental health. you'll find yourself smiling or crying right along with her, as she delves into her surprisingly full life story and tells it like it is. after finishing the last page, i felt a sense of determination and pride. Felicia stays so true to her amazingly geeky self, in a world where people often hide who they really are, that i felt for once, that maybe i could start getting away with being me too, and i truly felt inspired to do better, love myself more and reach for my dreams, not matter how nerdy they are.

the only minor complaint i might add, was that she would occasionally begin telling a story within a story, and sometimes start ANOTHER story inside THAT story, And i found that hard to follow from time to time. i gave the book four stars, because it wasn't perfect, but it definitely left me feeling proud to be fan of someone as cool as Felicia

I do my reviews in the form of answering questions

What made me pick this book up:
The title definitely caught my eye on this one. A book about being weird and the internet!? That's like, my life!

What did I like about the cover:
Well Felicia Day is adorable and gorgeous. And I love how all of the colors go really well together. All blues and stuff.

What made me read this book:
It sounded hilarious to be honest. It was something that's right up my alley, since I'm also a geeky gamer girl.

I needed a book for a task in the challenge (Duh) And it had to be a non fiction with something else I think. I'm not usually too big on non-fictions, but this one looked great

What did I like the most:
Well Felicia Day in general is hilarious. I love when people read their own biographies on audio. They know what they were trying to say and how they were trying to say it and it's just that much better.

With that being said, she was amazing at reading it. She added sound effects, giggled through out it and it was just awesome.

I loved hearing about all the geeky things she loves. Like World of Warcraft. I knew exactly what she was talking about when she brought up spending hours playing in dungeons and raids. I lived that life.

She made everything that much more funny.

Also, she was homeschooled for a while, I was homeschooled my whole life. So I relate.

She's also just as awkward as I am, and the fact that she's that awkward and is kind of famous, gives me hope for geeks everywhere, especially me

What didn't I like:
Uhhh, nothing. I loved the entire book.

Would I read the rest of the series/more from this author?
I would love to read a fictional book by her. I think she'd be great at writing a sci-fi book.

And I just found out she has a graphic novel for the Guild. Oh my I need to read these!

I loved this book. It had me cracking up so much!

“It’s hard being weird. No—it’s hard living in a culture that makes it hard.”
― Felicia Day, You're Never Weird on the Internet

I'll start by saying this. Memiors are my favorite genre to read, but my least favorite to review. They are more difficult because you are reviewing more than just a writing style, prose, or verbiage. You are remarking on their life, and that is a hard thing to do correctly and honestly and walk away with a sliver of dignity and hope that the subject of the memior can handle the good and the bad of what you've said.

now, since that part is over with. let's begin.

I've actually had the immense honor of meeting Felicia Day at Wizard World Austin as a photographer for her panel. She is by all rights an amazing and accomplished human being. I don't often geek out during photography jobs, but I had a geek out moment before meeting her. No Lie, rapid excited heart beat and everything.

since discovering the Guild, I've been facinated by her. How she so flawlessly fits in everywhere. She makes everything she does look like the part was made for her, and in that case it was. Felicia made me realize that being a girl who was into nerd stuff and games was not only okay, but encouraged. She made me be proud of my 'group nerd' title. So from all that I am, Thank You for that!!

In her memior she takes you way back to itty bitty Felicia and how she came about to be homeschooled, and moved around. She brought forward what it's like to be the different smart kid, and how she embraced it and made it her 'thing', rather than her crutch.

she takes you through college and the emphasis music had on her life.

then for what most everyone was waiting for you are wonderfully taken into how The Guild came to life. the sacrifices made and how it was such a piece of her she shared with the world and what it took to get there. Now, it may sound awfully boring to hear how a YouTube self published series came to life, but she presents it all with humor and charisma.

for many reasons this book will be one that has a permanent residence on my bookshelf, instead of being shared with coworkers.

1. it's signed by the queen nerd herself *squeal*
2. she's an amazing and INSPIRING woman and her book is filled with reminders of how to be that yourself.

Thank You Felicia Day for your book, and everything that you have endured for girls to have a carved place in the gaming world.

we <3 you.

If you've ever used the Internet or played a video game or watched a web show, you should read this book. If you've ever been homeschooled or been a 4.0 hardworking student or tried acting, you should read this book. If you suffer from anxiety or depression or grew up in a weird family, you should read this book. Even if you don't know who Felicia Day is (like me when I started this book), you should still read this book.

I think a lot of content that Felicia includes in her memoir is really relatable, even without my going through the same experiences that she has. A lot of people think that memoirs are stuffy and boring, but her life, and the way she writes about it with so much humor and honesty, is highly engaging to read about.

Felicia tells her story as a girl who grew up in a different kind of situation than most people, being homeschooled and being addicted to technology and the Internet. She shares how she got started in acting and the laborious process it took for her to become who and where she is today. She shares about her addiction to World of Warcraft and how that affected her life for a time. She talks about her awkward dating stories and the depression and anxiety that consumed her for a while and how she overcame that. Her memoir is both funny and honest, and it's definitely worth a read.

Also, I would recommend listening to this book on audio because Felicia herself reads the book. She adds so much more emotion and emphasis to the story by reading it herself. It doesn't even feel like she's reading a book but just having a conversation with me instead (one in which I can't actually respond). And she includes sound effects, which is just awesome.

Overall, this book is great and you should read it.

Synopsis: You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) is a memoir written by Felicia Day about her life. This review focuses on the Audible audio book.

Felicia Day has been know for many things at this point and is often called the "queen of the geeks" given how her internet fame has grown to something more. And so it's interesting to join her on this little exploration of her past starting from her home schooled life in the Deep South and how a lot of her life was largely defined by what an intellectual nerd she is.

But we also see her grow beyond this shell and explore the world beyond. It's interesting to follow her life and see how this math nerd decided that she wanted to explore a career in acting and ended up being at the forefront of the wave of content creators empowered by the internet. Of course it wasn't an easy journey but it's one that she has certainly invested a lot of time and effort into with some pretty respectable results.

What I Liked: The audio book as narrated by Felicia Day is like following along one of her YouTube vlogs or something of that nature. I'm certainly at a point in my geeky life when I'm more than familiar with the tone of her voice as she excitedly talks about something and she put her voice to full use in creating this reading experience. And the book actually involves some rather animated dialog, so to speak.

If you've watched any of Felicia Day's content that she has written herself, you'll be familiar with her sometimes awkward, self-depreciating humor and that's consistent with how this book is written. It's clearly the "voice" of perspective that shes comfortable with and it adds a nice layer of sincerity to this narrative. And this is important given she explores some serious topics about the challenges of being a woman celebrated in a traditionally male industry like gaming and of course the ever dreaded Gamer Gate. I totally respect that she decided to take this on.

What Could Have Been Better: As is the case with many memoirs, structure is not the greatest aspect of the book. The stories are told in a manner that is largely organic manner. And thus it can feel a little muddy at times or again some chapters my go on a little longer than one would like while others feel like she's totally just glossing over it. It's not a major hindrance to reading the book, but it may delay you a bit in getting to the end.

As silly as this sounds, but if you consider reading this book because you are a little open to changing your mind about Felicia Day, this may not be the best way to do that. This is totally about her embracing herself for who she is an being fully and apologetically Felicia Day. So if you love her you're probably going to enjoy this experience but if you hate her then you're bound to find reasons to hate her some more, so don't bother hate-reading this book. You have better things to do.

TL;DR: You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) is a distinctly Felicia Day creation that hopes to be a bit of an inspiration to other socially awkward geeks out there just trying to figure out their place in the world. It's a little zany but that can be a lot of fun, and perhaps that will help deliver her message to geeks everywhere.

I imagine most people here are at least familiar with the Author. A biography of a very unconventional upbringing, and a actor, director and businesswoman, who has never quite done things the typical way. She really came into my sphere of understanding via "the Guild" which was an offshoot of her time struggling with a (near) addiction to World of Warcraft. (Whilst I dabbled in MMOs, I wouldn't touch that one with a bargepole, due to knowing how raiding becomes a second (or third) job). Getting that show onto the screen was quite an achievement, but she really hit the mainline in geek culture through Joss Wedon's Doc Horrible Sing a long.

Like many sucessful people, she has faced her ups and downs, confronts some of the downs with an honest restrospective and gives rise to some fascinating thoughts. I have the paperback, and that includes a chapter on #Gamergate (I have no idea if the hardback does or not). Simply by being female with an opinion, she has been harassed, Doxxed on multiple occasions and I have little doubt had serious threats made that didn't make it into this book. That was probably the most important chapter to actually get out there. Only by really seeing just how dark the underside of the internet can be, can we try to take it back and make it a valuable space for everyone (again ? Maybe it never was, and I only think it was through rose tinted white straight male glasses).

Great book. Well worth a read for anyone.

I am a Felicia Day fan but I was not expecting this book to be so good. My first thought was - let's be real, just because you've got some fame from the internet doesn't mean you should branch out and write a book. I enjoyed watching her show "The Guild" because I was a part time gamer girl myself and I could totally relate to some of the ridiculousness that goes on with gaming. I respect what she has done with her business ventures on the internet so, good for her, more power to her. But a book? Seemed a bit much but it has gotten some good reviews.
I'm in my mid 50's so i'm not a gushing gamer girl with a crush. I love a good comedy, i like to casually game (yes, casual can be done), and I enjoy reading good, non-geeky books. I decided to buy the audible version to hear her own telling. I must say I thoroughly enjoyed listening to her story. Felicia Day is incredibly funny, smart, and brave. I enjoyed hearing about her crazy upbringing, her college life, and her acting struggles. She has an incredible determination that I envy. She knows what she wants and she plows through with an honest conviction. She's only a little quirky and rambling but that's what makes her special and it sometimes hides an incredible intelligence.
Thanks for Almost Never Being Weird on the Internet Felicia Day!

Felicia Day's new memoir You're Never Weird on the Internet (almost) is a courageous and enlightening glimpse into one of the hardest working women in Hollywood. Homeschooled (for hippy reasons) by her mother, Felicia became a violin prodigy entering the University of Texas at sixteen on a full scholarship. Her mom drove her to school every day--not humiliating at all.

Each phase of her life, from childhood, the awkward teenage years, her decision to double major in violin and mathematics (yeah, that makes sense), and her move to California to pursue acting are described in intimate, often painful detail as she moves from one socially awkward situation to another, each time with honesty and grace.

Where the book takes off is her description of her descent into depression, her addiction to gaming, and finally finding her way back, channelling that experience into her hallmark creation: The Guild, a YouTube-based comedy series showing gaming as it really is (for some). The Guild becomes an overnight sensation.

Suddenly she finds herself thrust into the limelight, getting acting gigs in commercials, and TV such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Eureka!, and Supernatural. She's always the quirky red-head just off center from the stars. And that's a shame as she deserves better. Day bring energy to every role she plays, and to every page in this book. She pulls no punches whether talking about her bouts with mental illness, the cruelty of trolls on the internet, or how living only to meet other people's expectations is ultimately poisonous to your soul.

This book should be required reading for any young woman (or young man, for that matter) that is intelligent, creative, and bruised by the process of growing up. Day shines a light on how life can be fulfilling if you have the courage to follow your dreams, and ask for help when you need it. For the rest of us, it is a page turner that you can't put down.

Being a self-proclaimed geek, I of course know about Felicia Day. I watched her on Buffy, Supernatural, and Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog. I’ve watched The Guild at least five times all the way through. Her songs “ Do You Wanna Date My Avatar” and “I’m the One That’s Cool” are on my permanent playlist.

If you’re not familiar with Felicia Day, you probably don’t spend as much time on the Internet as I do. Congrats on your cool hair and perfect tan.

Even if you don’t know Felicia Day, this book is still a good read. Of course, it helps to understand Day’s quirkiness ahead of time, but she does a pretty good job of introducing herself in the beginning of the book.

If I had to sum up the book in two words, they would be funny and sincere. Day does not hold back when describing her bouts of depression and extreme anxiety. (If I had to describe Day in one word, it would be ANXIOUS, just like that in all-caps).

You don’t need to be familiar with Felicia Day, her projects, gaming, or anything geeky at all to appreciate this book. It’s about a person who worked very hard to achieve her goals, from becoming a child-prodigy violinist to double-majoring in math and music to becoming an actress and writer and producer to starting her own web-based company.

Day covers topics such as her unusual upbringing, her obsessive nature, and being a geek who happens to be female (something that, for some stupid reason, makes some people mad). She is refreshing in her honesty, but maintains her quirky sense of humor, even through the darker portions of the book (particularly the Gamergate chapter).

For those of us close in age to Day, her memories of the early Internet are particularly nostalgic. Her recollections of World of Warcraft as it was a decade ago almost (almost) made me want to play again.

I highly recommend this book to geeks and non-geeks alike. Day’s story is one anybody can relate to, even if it is a little strange But, as Day says, you’re never weird on the Internet.

I am a big fan of Felicia Day and everything she does. I watched each season of The Guild as it released and really enjoy what she has created with Geek and Sundry. When it was revealed that she was writing a book I got super excited. I love listening to memoir-ish books on audiobook when they're read by the author.

This book has stories from Felicia's childhood all the way up to the present. There are light humorous tales and reveals of some pretty heavy things. Although Felicia does strip down with many issues in this book, she finds a way to still keep private about many things. Unfortunately because of things she's gone through, her current life can't be that open.

Felicia Day had a unique childhood. How she ended up being homeschooled is an interesting story. And everything that followed has led her to the place in nerd culture she holds today. She acted as a child, played violin, entered college without a high school diploma, and so many other things that made her different.

I found myself with watery eyes a few times while listening to this book. I was expecting it. Some things I just really connected with. The full gambit of emotions are in this book.

I give this book a 4/5. It doesn't have as much focus as other memoir/comedy books I've read/listened to, but it is packed full of entertaining and enlightening tales. If you are in need of inspiration, this is a wonderful read.

I totally recommend the book. If you are a “gamer”, geek, or just socially awkward, this book is for you!

So I first discovered Felicia Day during my early college days. I had just finished grossing out my biology lab partner while making a fetal pig we were dissecting mimic the whole “See no evil, hear no evil, and speak no evil” movements. She went running from the class and I laughed to myself. My lab instructor pulled me aside after class and I thought he was going to scold me. Instead he complimented me on doing something new with the pigs that he hadn’t seen before. Then he told me that I should watch this internet show called “The Guild”.

I checked it out that night when I got home and fell in love! I related to Felicia Day a lot in that series and I’ve been a big fan ever since. So when I saw that she wrote a memoir, I knew I had to read it. I prefer audiobooks the majority of the time because I can multitask while “reading”. I finished it in less than two days and the fact that she narrates her own book was awesome! I’ve always loved her voice and the way she talks.

There were many things that she wrote about that I definitely could relate to. She talked about social anxiety and I’ve been in some similar situations where I have to talk myself into getting out of the car so I can go inside to meet someone. I also had a much faster consumed cycle of playing World of Warcraft, where I became worried that I was getting to into the game and classes were losing priority. I had to quit the game cold turkey, and over 6 years later I STILL want to resume.

Her book was a bit over the place, but my mind works in a similar way and I had no trouble following it. She does use a lot of game jargon, but she actually does a great job of defining them without making you feel like a noob or left out. Even if you don’t know who Felicia Day is, I think many young girls, women, and even some men would really enjoy and relate to what she says in her memoir.

She talks about growing up as a socially deprived homeschool child, then her introduction to gaming, her addiction to gaming, and then how she tried to navigate college as a much younger teen than her peers. She also discusses the love/hate of women within the gaming culture. There is a lot of sexism within that probably isn’t common knowledge, and she doesn’t let the haters stop her from making her mark and trying to even out the playing fields a bit.

The moral of her story is that it is okay to be who you are, whatever that may be. I agree and this book was a complete 5/5. I would have given her more stars, but I can’t.

I will first admit that I only knew Felicia Day from the Youtube channel 'Geek & Sundry' and from a few very awesome 'Supernatural' episodes. As much as I would love to say that I'm also a gamer girl, I'm not. Way back in my childhood, I had friends who had PS2's (or XBox's, etc., etc.,) and when I played I was very bad. I recently discovered that I'd much rather watch someone play the game and actually move the story along, then be stuck on level 2 and have my stress level at an all time high.

Onto The Book:

After reading this novel I feel way more connected to Felicia as a person. I also wish I had a few of her childhood experiences because they would make such entertaining stories for the present day. I adored how eccentric she was raised. It's true what they say: 'Your experiences shape who you become'.

It's inspiring to know what lengths someone has gone to and what obstacles were put in his/her path to have the career we see today. It's never roses and daffodils all of the time.

The second to last chapter was very heartbreaking. I didn't know that even existed in the gamer world. I've read up on what GamerGate actually is, which can be defined by Gawker as "participants believe they're fighting for video game journalism ethics and with protecting the 'gamer' identity". It began in 2014 and with everything that happens on the internet it also got misunderstood as hating women gamers apparently. Felicia Day had her personal information leaked all because she wrote a tumblr post asking for unity and tolerance in the gamer community. That's terrifying for anyone. Good thing it didn't keep her down!

The Audio Book:

I enjoyed Felicia's rendition of this audio book. I liked how she would start singing a few of the lines (that were meant to be sung) just to give the reader more accuracy and heighten the entertainment value. Her voice was very relaxing to me. I would recommend any and all books read by her.

This book is more than a celebrity memoir. It's Felicia's story of her successes, true, as well as funny tales from her childhood life in geekdom, but it is also a story of her struggles, her anxieties, and often crippling depression. It's an inspiring story, but one that's really grounded and honestly listening to, whether you're a prior fan of Felicia's or not.

4 stars!

Do you know Felicia Day? If so, where do you know her from? Personally, I am a crazy Buffy the Vampire Slayer fan since the age of 11, so I always knew her as that potential slayer in season 7. Other people may know her from the tv shows Eureka and Supernatural, or for her own show The Guild.

So as I have mentioned in other reviews, I made a New Year's Resolution to read more types of books and genres other than romance this year (as I used to read ALL genres at one point). So while I was watching Supernatural one day I saw this actress and thought, "Hey, didn't she write a book?" and promptly requested it from the library.

I lost track of the amount of times this book made me laugh. Felicia has a very strong and present voice, and I felt like I could hear her voice talking to me while I was reading. From her childhood being raised in homeschool, to her college experiences, and her efforts to make her show The Guild.

My favorite part of this book was the parts about her childhood and college experience. I found I could relate to some of what she was going through, despite our very different upbringing. Some of the parts about gaming went way over my head, because I'm not a gamer. Wish I was, but I am terrible at video games. They get too hard and I give up, hence I prefer books.

If you're looking for a fun, quirky, different kind of reading experience, this is the book for you. Now I am off to go and watch The Guild. :D

I adore this book. Let me state clearly that I am in the Felicia Day fandom, so that is certainly a reason that I loved it. And girl, if you're reading this, that blue dress on the cover is stunning on you! I never knew how much Felicia and I have in common. There was a time that I was homeschooled. I've met online friends in real life.

Attention writer friends:
Chapter Six is a must read! You've been there (or you probably will be at some point). Page 137 of the hardcover version, the last paragraph, you have to read it. Go to the bookstore now. Oh, and if you are a NaNoWriMo novelist, check out page 143. It's like one of those motivational emails we get. She should be one of our celebrity guest authors.

Page 104 of the hardcover version as the best inadvertent advice I've ever read. "When the system you want to be a part of so badly turns you into someone you're unhappy with and you lose sight of yourself, is it worth it?"
My assistant geeked out after she read this book too. Apparently she and Felicia have both played Puzzle Pirates.
I was experiencing flashbacks as I read this. When The Guild went from YouTube to Xbox— I remember that! Brought to me by Sprint, I think.
This book is like reading a memoir by your acquaintance from work that always says "hi" in the break room... and now here's all this cool information that shows you should have made an effort to become best friends.
By page 207, readers will love Felicia (if they don't already). It will own every non-stone heart out there.
Anyone feeling like giving my crap for sticking to the belief system I was raised around, where I don't have much personal information online and protect my soul by avoiding being photographed, go read chapter 11. Focus on the information about doxxing. I like being a ghost, TYVM.

While I've known about Felicia Day for years, I really became a fan of hers when she was the star of Eureka. It was interesting that she only mentioned it once in passing. This was a surprisingly good follow up to furiously happy. Unlike many of the other biography is that I have read by actresses and comedians, Felicia's was a real book. She actually kept it together and made it a book for the whole thing instead of lists her diary entries or anything else. I also really liked the photos.

If you seen the guild, this is a great history of how the web series got started and what was behind it. I've seen it and thought of it as a weird little cult series and now I have way more respect for what it was intended to do and how it was created.

I'm not sure who is a good target audience would be for this book. It's not got the depth of self-help that furiously happy has, but she does talk about various mental issues that kept her from what she wanted to be doing. One thing that will really stick with me for awhile was when she was talking about her eating disorder and anorexia and lying in bed and thinking about how much closer her skeleton was to the sheets.

Overall this is a really lovely book. I enjoy Felicia self-deprecating humor and her integration of gaming and evolving media and how they shaped her life.

I would recommend this to any women who enjoy gaming or who are interested in becoming legitimate actresses or media developers.

Felicia Day has been on my radar since I saw her in Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog. I know, she was doing wonderful geeky stuff before then and as a fellow nerd, I am sad to say that I had been missing out. Then I won a copy of her memoir, read it (and loved it), and went on to watch The Guild, which is also pretty darn good.

Even if you haven’t seen any of Day’s works, perhaps you don’t consider yourself a nerd or geek, this book is still fascinating. Her childhood was anything but traditional. Skipping out on regular schooling for years at a time seems a bit mind-boggling in this day and age (but also proves the point that public schooling might not be as necessary as we all tell ourselves). Day entered college well before her 18th birthday and received dual degrees in violin and mathematics. Yep. Nerd power.

And that’s just the first quarter of the book. Day goes on to chat with the reader, and I say ‘chat’ because it really does feel like I was sitting down and having impromptu tea with a friend while reading this book, about her life after college. She had a long-held aspiration to become an actor so off to Hollywood she went. Things did not go as planned, but I love how she is so candid about her then-naivete and how she overcame it, albeit with a few set backs here and there, some of them a bit humiliating. Then came her little brainchild, The Guild. It took time to build a fan base, and plenty of friends giving up time, energy, and fake plants to see the internet series rise to fame and glory, but it did. Throughout this section of the book, I really came to admire how this series was such a team effort.

Day also speaks quite honestly about her anxiety and how that affected every aspect of her life for a time. I applaud her for being so direct about her personal experience. Our society has a habit of turning a blind eye to mental and emotional health issues instead of giving them the respect we do other illnesses such as diabetes or asthma. Day chronicling her own steps from recognition to daily maintenance shows how folks can manage their anxiety and still be successful.

The book has plenty of gaming references since Day herself is a gamer and has been much of her life. I really enjoyed these parts. Now I mostly grew up in New Mexico, so for the longest time we didn’t have the bandwidth at all for on-line gaming, so I didn’t connect as much with that part of Day’s life as with other aspects. Still, I grew up with Atari and in college I found PC games, and with my boyfriend-turned-husband, I found Nintendo and X-box. So I got much of what Day references in her book. Also, that personal history makes The Guild such a delight to watch.

Towards the end, Day talks about that section of gamers who are offended by female gamers in general and female gamers who have an opinion about gaming in specific. As happens far too often in this little niche of modern culture, the trolls pile on and make on-line life (and sometimes real life) miserable. She could have easily left this section out and it would still have been a most entertaining read. However, she chose to have it printed and I’m sure it riled some of the trolls up. Considering the personal threats that she had received previously, including this section in the book called for more than a little courage.

All told, it’s an excellent read that captures several touchstones of what it is to be part of the geek/nerd/gamer community. Day tosses in bits of her humor and the random photo from her childhood here and there. She avoids massive name dropping, only adding a few references to other famous people when it directly affects the story she’s telling. Her candor shines through, making this a uniquely entertaining and touching memoir.

I won a copy of this book from the publisher.

It’s no secret that I’m a huge Felicia Day fan. She’s my girl crush. She’s my patronus. She’s me, but way cooler. In like, a super geeky way, or whatever.

Here are some similarities between myself and Felicia Day: We both enjoy the smell of gasoline, we’re both recovering WoW addicts, we’re both a little socially awkward but feel at home on the Internet, and we both want to please the people around us.

Okay, so if you have no clue who Felicia Day is, I’ll clue you in. She’s the writer/creator/star of ‘The Guild’ web series, founder of ‘Geek & Sundry’, starred alongside Nathan Fillion and Neil Patrick Harris in Dr. Horrible’s Sing Along Blog, and oh yeah, she also played a recurring character named Charlie on a little show you may know, Supernatural?

So yeah, Felicia Day is all around amazing. And this book gives the reader a glimpse into how she got there. Fun fact: Felicia was homeschooled (but not for religious reasons). She was raised very liberal in the deep south. Her mom had great intentions for homeschooling, but that sort of went out the window and Felicia and her brother were basically allowed to do whatever they want. And you know what? Even with that incredibly casual learning environment, girl went on to college (without even having her GED mind you!) and earned TWO degrees - in violin and mathematics, all on a violin scholarship.

I loved that this book gave a little glimpse into what it’s like to be an aspiring actor in Hollywood. And, how to make a TV pilot with a teeny-tiny budget.

What I loved the most, however, was seeing more of who Felicia is as a person. Her addiction story is crazy similar to mine. She got started with an old PC game called Ultima. My first gaming addiction was World of Warcraft (aka WoW), which was also the big one that nearly destroyed her life. WoW was also my last gaming addiction, because I just don’t allow myself the chance to get sucked in any more, because chances are I will be. She talks about how depression affected her and her relationships. She got deep at times. And it was awesome.

I wish this book was longer though. I want to know more. I loved the little stories, but I didn’t feel like we were getting a complete and clear picture. She jumped around to different points in her life, which is all good and well, but at times she wasn’t clear on what timeframe it took place in. Was she 7 or 17 when that happened, I just don’t know!

So, what I need from you Felicia, is a sequel - You’re Still Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) perhaps? I’d also like to read some fiction because you have a wonderful, quirky author voice.

End thoughts: If you’re a fan of Felicia Day, read this book. If you’ve never heard of her, but you’re curious to read about a funny woman and her unusual upbringing and her rise to (situational) fame via the Internet, read this book.

I listened to the audiobook version of this book, it is narrated by the author, which was a major selling point for it for me.

So I don't really know who Felicia Day is, but became intrigued by the book when I wrote my Joood's Review on it, for Joood. I'm not normally interested in memoirs written by people I've never heard of, but the blurb for this book intrigued me. I was not disappointed, and actually want to watch The Guild now after listening to the memoir.

My amusement with the story started early on, and was due in large part to my Joood's Review. There's a section where Felicia Day talks about being bestie with a guy because they stood almost next to each other once, which is very similar to "Joood's" claim that she and Felicia are BFF's because they met once. (Joood even thought that I had read the book before writing her review because of that line.)

Then there was the part of the book where I realized that I am Felicia's mom (not really because she's older than I am). However, my approach to homeschooling my children, up to this point, has been much like her mother's approach to homeschooling her. That shamed me, and I will be doing better (although Felicia turned out pretty awesome, it seems, so maybe it wasn't so bad after all.)

I could honestly recommend this book to anyone who is mildly interested in gaming culture, particularly RPG's, or who are maybe just a bit on the introverted and awkward side. I laughed, a lot, and familiarity with Actress Felicia Day was not necessary for my amusement. Also, you should really spring for the audiobook. It's worth it.

Overall I give this book 5 out of 5 stars.

I don’t usually read or review non-fiction, especially not memoirs, but I’ll admit it: I’m a huge Felicia Day fan. I’ve been following her work since she was on Buffy The Vampire Slayer, all the way through The Guild, and the very beginnings of the Geek & Sundry Channel. She is my geeky, gamer girl hero. I regularly participate in her Romance/Fantasy book club, Vaginal Fantasy… so when I heard that she was writing a book nearly a year ago, I was already planning ahead to add it onto my early Birthday list. I repeatedly reminded my family for several weeks that August, and my birthday were fast approaching, with not-so-veiled hints that the book’s release date was soon approaching just two weeks before my B-day. Needless to say, I not only received the book as a birthday present, I was allowed to access this present early, and devoured it the same day it was bought.

For someone who hardly ever reads non-fiction let me say: this memoir was everything I hoped for. Felicia’s writing was hilarious, filled with awkward stories of childhood, adolescence, and her many geeky endeavors. The book was easy to read and from a technical standpoint, pretty flawlessly executed. I didn’t notice any grammatical errors or awkward sentences, and the candid photos and photoshopped meme-like additions were an amusing touch.

I found Felicia’s story both relatable and inspiring. As an awkward girl growing up in the first vestiges of the internet myself, I found something nostalgic and endearingly familiar about her stories of naïve attempts to find a niche in early games and forums. I too lived through those times, and did some of the same questionable things that I still can’t believe my parents let me get away with (anyone else live through one of those awkward early-internet meet ups fueled by parents desperate to see us gain relationships outside our family? Yup. Been there.) Her adventures in being homeschooled and being the awkward almost-too-old-for-her-age type of kid reminded me a lot of my own homeschooled daughter, and I immediately decided that at some point, my daughter too would have to read this book, if for no other reason than to show her that: Hey, it’s okay to be yourself. It’s okay to be weird.

In a lot of ways, Felicia and her stories of being an anxious, awkward, geeky girl reminded me a lot of myself, and when I read about her determination to follow her dreams and the struggles with shutting down her inner critic—well, it struck a cord. I think a lot of us struggle with our inner anxiety… I certainly know I have. Reading about her procrastination, the endless excuses and self-doubt, I wanted to close the book and get to work on all the stuff I’ve been putting off for ages. I’m there, in that place right now. I didn’t put the book down in the end—because I wanted to finish the book—but I promise you, the procrastination and second-guessing is going to come to an end. Thanks, Felicia. If you ever read this review: Sincerely, from my heart, thanks.

I loved this book, and I am so glad to have read it. If you’ve ever been that awkward geeky kid with off-kilter interests and a lack of social skills, you should pick this up. There are a lot of us out there—especially on the internet. *fist bump* I’m one of them…and that’s okay. Be weird. All the best people are.

Liked the history behind the girl.
Didn't like the absence of stories about Buffy.
Didn't like how much it cost relative to other excellent books on kindle.
As an endocrinologist, wish she had included her TSH level!

This fascinating thing about Felica Day's wonderful memoir "You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost)" is just how accessible it is not only to fans of Day and her delightful work... but also for people who may not be as familiar.

A big part of her persona and many of her projects is just how wonderfully identifiable and accessible she can be. Even if you're a heavy-set 20-something dude like me whose background is decidedly the opposite of hers... you can see a lot of yourself in who she is as a person. And another big aspect to her is also how accessible she can make topics some of us might not be that familiar with. (Ex. I know absolutely nothing about MMO's, but I adore and completely understand "The Guild") And that's what helps make this such a fun, breezy read even if you aren't necessarily a fan.

"You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost)" is a blast of pure fun. Often hilarious. Frequently insightful. And even occasionally thought-provoking in some of its darker moments.

Day's sort-of borderline-manic writing style is easy to grasp and keeps you thoroughly entertained... it's almost like you're not reading but rather talking to her when you flip through the pages, which I found refreshing. It keeps the entire structure of the memoir and the internal pacing very fast, loose and with a personal sense of warmth that memoirs and autobiographies and other non-fiction books can sometimes lack. I always am turned off when memoirs or autobiographies are too "facts-y"... I find a lot of the ones I've flipped through here and there feel cold. Even a bit clinical. Here, it's all warm, fuzzy, fun recollections that have that wonderful conversational flair. Of course with an added dash of Day's trademark self-deprecating humor and doubt, which adds another fun, identifiable layer to it all.

Day covers a lot of interesting aspects of her life, upbringing and the start of her career. Which is where much of the book is focused. (I was sort-of surprised at how little the book dealt with things like "Geek & Sundry" or some of her roles in well-known projects like "Supernatural"... but it was a pleasant surprise because I was more keen on learning about Day as a person) It's really interesting and even uplifting to see someone so identifiable dealing with things like gaming addictions, personal doubt, etc.

All in all, I absolutely adored this book. It's a fast read. A fun read. And well-worth it for anyone looking for a great time.

Did you know that if you are gaming and say Felicia Day three times into the screen reflection Felicia appears behind you and shoots an arrow into your knee? I heard it on the internet so it must be true.

Memoirs and (auto)biographies are something I generally avoid like the port-a-loos at a music festival. But I make the occasional exception for people I find interesting and humorous. You’re Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) certainly fits this bill, with Felicia sharing her rise from home schooled kid to the Queen of Geeks. I’m not sure if that title comes with lands and tithings or not.

One Xmas many years ago, my sister decided the family was going to watch Dr Horrible’s Sing Along Blog. It was a Joss Whedon production, so there were no objections, at least none that would be taken seriously. There was Doogie Howser, and Captain Mal, and what did I recognise the redhead from? And geez she could sing. That was when I became a fan of Felicia’s work, and also the only reason I’ve watched any Supernatural episodes since the finale in season six. So it was great to hear – yes, the audiobook read by Felicia is the best way to read this book – her talk about her life, career, and how she decided to do what she loved on her terms.

I think the most important chapter in her book is the second to last that covers her thoughts on the dark side of the internet and gaming. As a former gamer I still take a passing interest in things going on the industry, and as a resident of the internet, I’ve taken an interest in that too. To say that guys are dicks to women who dare trespass on “their” turf is to completely fail to understand the level of harassment women endure in trying to enjoy what games and the internet have to offer. But it is worth buying this book just for this chapter.

I'll just begin with this, I am pretty sure Felicia Day is my spirit animal. Or perhaps we were separated at birth? Either way, reading her memoir was like putting on my favorite worn hoodie and snuggling up in bed. It was comfortable and familiar and it was me. I could definitely relate to the awkwardness, love of all things fantasy/sci-fi,and slight neurosis. I loved how the book was pieced together with her goofy sense of humor, candor, and anxiety laden rants. Felicia's memoir takes us through her homeschooled childhood in good 'ol bible belt USA, to her obsessively neurotic college days (I see you 4.0 music prodigy!), all the way to the west coast to pursue her dream of acting and the integral role the gaming world played in the shaping of her life and career (don't worry you don't have to be a gamer to enjoy this read!) Felicia doesn't hold anything back and really gives us a candid glimpse into her life. Her wit kept me laughing (yes out loud as I snuck chapters between phone calls at work) but also really touched on some serious issues like crippling depression and anxiety. As someone who works in mental health, I can really appreciate this raw honesty and commend her for shedding some light on an often taboo topic. But perhaps my biggest personal takeaway from this memoir is that we can do this (whatever it is that "this" means to you), and we can do it by just being us. Unapologetically and enthusiastically us. Jump in headfirst to our passions and see what we can create, because that's when we are our happiest, our most fulfilled. There will always be those who will try and steal our shimmer and dull our shine, but don't ever let that sidetrack you from creating or enjoying what YOU love (unless what you love is illegal in which case, uh, don't do that?) Thanks for a hysterically inspiring read Felicia, if you're ever in the area and want to craft, look me up, I'll bring the mod podge!
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The short version: Listen to this book. Do it now. You need this.

The long-winded and probably overstated version that 98% of you probably won't bother reading but I'm going to write anyway because if I don't tell someone how awesome I think this book is in exquisite detail, my head might explode. Okay, not really, but... Anyway.

The long version:

This book touched me more than I expected. I had no doubts I would love it. Felicia Day is my idol and I could listen to her talk until the end of time. This book, though? It not only amused me, but it actually touched me on an emotional and psychological level.

It was as though I were sitting down to a rambling conversation with an old friend. The kind that lasts deep into the night and well past sunrise because you’re just so into it you forget to sleep. You know the ones; where the conversation can go from cute cat videos to deep philosophical debates in seconds and everyone involved is totally cool with it.

I had no idea that Felicia Day, a woman I respect and adore and generally idolize, one geek girl to another, struggled so deeply with anxiety and depression.

This book made me feel as though real living, coping, and recovery is possible for me. It made me feel hopeful that I don't have to be defined by the self-destructive inner monologue of my chemically imbalanced brain. It made me feel like it just might be worth it to try again, maybe fail again, and then try yet again to rekindle my creativity and tackle some of those projects hidden away in my closet, forgotten and discarded over the years.

Along the way, the book also made me laugh… A lot. Being a gamer geek myself, also recovering from a long time World of Warcraft addiction, I followed every word and anecdote with ease and it was epic! I won't spoil it for anyone else, but seriously, Felicia! I know exactly the hair style you refer to for that poor gnome (and I didn't even realize I had access to the PDF until I was done with the book, so no, I didn't see it first!)

That said, I would like to strongly recommend Felicia Day’s “You’re Never Weird on the Internet (Almost)” to any gamer of any gender, any person who struggles with anxiety and/or depression, or really anyone who needs some proof that every hurdle can be overcome if you really want something.

It is bright, funny, uplifting, encouraging, did I mention funny already? It’s not your typical lady memoir. It’s way better and more relatable, IMHO. One of the best parts is that she tackles important and serious things, but somehow still keeps the tone of the book light and friendly and encouraging without sugarcoating or watering down the reality of the issues at hand.

This book is worth every cent and so much more. 10/10 Will listen again. And again. And probably again after that.

You know how sometimes a friend says, "read this book, you'll love it," and then you don't because someone told you to, or just because you don't have the same taste? Well, I did that with Felicia Day's book, and then I read it. For the first 30 pages I thought "Oh no! A celebrity memoir! Run!" but I really enjoyed it. I related to a lot of the material, and she has a very charming, smart approach to writing. But above all, I felt moved by her encouragement of all creative people with ideas to express themselves.

"We all have periods of our life where we're trapped, doing something we hate, and we develop habits that have nothing to do with our long-term goals to fill the downtime."

"Work-play balance is, in retrospect, something that can EASILY get out of whack. Especially if you're self-employed. You never turn it off. Your fate is in your own hands, so you can't let up."

"I wept for this guy, who was so vulnerable in front of me, and who, for some reason, felt the need to put himself down when he presented something he’d made from scratch. I don’t let people get away with putting themselves down anymore. There are enough negative forces in this world—don’t let the pessimistic voice that lives inside you get away with that stuff, too. That voice is NOT a good roommate."

I was really sad that the book ended on such a heavy note about online bullying. It was very heavy, and very scary. But I also commend Ms. Day for being so courageous and speaking up about such an important issue. It is beyond my comprehension as to why so many people terrorize one another.

I do hope that she continues making great things, funny things, and personal things. The world is a better place with you, and your creations.

If I’m being completely honest here, initially I had only ever seen Felicia Day on Supernatural as a spunky gamer chick who helps Sam and Dean with nerd-heavy cases. And of course, in Dr. Horrible’s Sing Along Blog (because Nathan Fillion – hello!). But I was immediately charmed by her and knew I had to read her book You’re Never Weird on the Internet (Almost). She is a goddess among geek culture and I am praising her right alongside everyone else.

I’ve read a ton of memoirs and this is definitely among my favourites. And it’s not because Day is funny (she is) and it’s not because she name drops and shares personal behind the scene stories you wouldn’t hear about elsewhere (she does), but it’s because I found this book to be so honest and upfront and downright inspiring!

Day is admittedly awkward and not good in social situations and I’m not sure she would consider herself a role model, but that is exactly what makes me want to put her in that position. She wears her freak flag proudly, she has made a fool of herself many times (and then wrote a book about it) and she has worked incredibly hard to get where she is without compromising what she believes in.

And she has overcome some really serious obstacles. There’s lots of geek chic antidotes here, lots of inside info fans will love, but the end if the book actually gets pretty dark and pretty real and changes the whole tone of things. In a good way. Day seems so relatable and approachable with how she talks about herself. She really obliterates that divide we have between fans and celebrities and somehow manages to really connect with the reader (or me at least) through these words. Something she practices in real life too on social media and at endless conventions. She makes it clear that one on one fan recognition is really important to her and it shows.

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What I took from this book is that Day’s career has mostly been about her trying to find a place for her to channel her weird voice, but whether she realizes it or not (she does), in doing so, she has paved the way for so many other voices to be heard. She proved time and time again in this book that she had no insider help, that she is the product of persistence and a vision and downright obsessive determination. Despite all her crazy insecurities, ultimately she did not give one care to anyone else and wouldn’t let anything stand in her way. And that is why she is where she is.

In the few days it took to read this book, I watched all of The Guild and subscribed to Geek and Sundry and Googled so many things referenced in this book. But most importantly, reading this made me feel inspired and empowered. It made me feel invincible and like I can do anything I want if I want it badly enough. She made me feel a part of a community, even though I don’t game, and that’s what this whole crazy internet world is supposed to be about, right?

Originally posted on CityGirlScapes.com

4 1/2 Stars

Full disclosure: I was already a fan of Felicia Day. I fell in love with her web series, The Guild (which I just finished binge watching (again) over the holiday) and followed her through Geek & Sundry, Table Top and other webisodes. When I saw that she’d written a memoir, I couldn’t wait to read it. I definitely wasn’t disappointed at all. It was a really fun read and it was definitely easy to see how her personality developed and she went from home schooled, awkward kid to full on Internet Geek Celebrity.

If you’re not a geek yourself, you may not understand some of the references, but that really shouldn’t take away from her story. Most of us can relate to that wanting to belong and that feeling that you get when you find a group of people where everything just clicks. Where your weirdness and oddities aren’t looked at strangely but are just accepted and welcomed. That’s not just something that geeks share with other geeks, it’s something that people share with one another. We all want to have that feeling of belonging.

There was a section of the book where I seriously went “OMG I did that too! That was totally me!” Felicia played World of Warcraft and as someone who also played the same game, I got every single reference and I understood exactly what she was talking about. That the relationships that you had with those other avatars were as real as any friendship that you could have with someone face to face. You may never meet that person, but the friendship and relationship that you have is every bit as real as that of your best friend from first grade.

The way she wrote this memoir reminds me a lot of her writing for The Guild series. I really enjoyed the fun of her writing and could see her sitting there in front of the camera just telling her story in her sweet, somewhat awkward way.

There were definitely lessons that she learned that all of us can take something from them and learn ourselves. Her story wasn’t always sunshine and unicorns. Felicia went through a lot of adversity and continues to face it today. But her resilience and power to overcome the hurdles in her life was pretty inspirational. I was surprised by her story and of where she came from and what she’s had to go through to get to where she is today. It’s a story that will resonate with a lot of people. I definitely recommend this to anyone with a little bit of geek in them.

This book deserves praise on many fronts, including validating the existence of overachieving, fantasy-loving, game-playing, geeks of both genders. She presents her history fearlessly, quirks and all.

Though not a focus of the book, Ms. Day's honesty about her struggles with depression is perhaps the most praiseworthy aspect of the book in my opinion. She frankly compares the reception of people to the news of her physical ailments to the reception of news of her psychological depression and anxiety challenges. She states that no one would consider a thyroid problem to be a personal shortcoming, but psychological challenges like depression and anxiety are treated as such. These are condition, not moral failings or character flaws. This kind of fearless honesty is a rare and wonderful thing and deserves respect.

I highly recommend getting this as an audio book because Felicia Day reads (and sings) it and makes it even more hilarious and relatable. This is going to be a long and probably pointless review since hardly anyone ever reads mine but I finished this book in a matter of 24 hours and I'm honestly writing this and hoping with all hope that Felicia Day might actually read it. If she happens to I just want to start out by saying thank you.

I have been a fan of Felicia since 2009 when I watched the guild religiously and I still religiously watch the FLOG and Tabletop (because Will Wheaton was my spirit animal before it was cool). I always wanted to be her which would probably blow her mind. She was this silly but quirky girl and I was a fat loser who watched too much Inuyasha and ate too much ramen locked away alone in my room. I always wanted to be the fun gamer girl and instead I hid on the weekends and played video games by myself. I wish I had played WoW instead of Everquest because I feel like we would have been besties.

Understand before even buying this book that it is basically a love letter to all things nerd. There are obscure references that many mainstreamers won't understand but don't let that scare you away. Felicia writes for the common man. She breaks down how to's and explains references in great detail.

The book starts out with her insanely unorthodox childhood and traverses into adult hood and catalogs her many triumphs and fails. I learned so many things about Felicia while reading this that I never knew and honestly it’s made me love her even more! Audio book was my favorite but I love the book so much I bought a hard copy for long flights.

I first found out about Felicia Day when I stumbled upon her web series The Guild back in 2007 or 2008 and I've seen her in a wealth of geekverse series since, including Supernatural, Dr Horrible's Sing-Along Blog and Dollhouse. While of course you can never know a person just from watching them on television and reading interviews, it is clear that it is no coincidence that her resume boosts so many genre shows: Felicia is a big geek herself. Nowadays it is is much more acceptable to be obsessive about TV shows or video games, to name a few examples, but that has really only become more common with the rise of the Internet and the ease with which people have been able to connect with fellow fans to fuel that passion, instead of quietly hiding this more obsessive side of themselves. I was part of the first generation that got fully immersed in this new technology, and so was Felicia. And she has experienced the many ups and down that come with communicating digitally with people who are really just perfect strangers.

Felicia's memoir is an honest insight into all the wacky and wonderful that has made her the person she is today. From her unconventional upbringing that allowed her to be as weird as she wanted to be, as she was homeschooled and didn't face the same social pressure kids and teenagers generally do to fit in, to her struggles as an aspiring actress in Hollywood with a seemingly useless double degree in math and music. And from developing a serious World of Warcraft addiction, right down to using the knowledge she gained spending all those hours lost in a fantasy world to create something that startkicked her career in the geekverse. She wrote The Guild, which focuses on a group of people playing a similar game to WoW and was too niche at the time to be picked up by an established television network, but it was perfect for the Internet; the web series was born.

It is not an easy road though and Felicia doesn't gloss over the more difficult parts of her life, which makes this not only an incredibly relatable read for the Internet generation, but also genuinely inspiring and insightful for both existing fans of and those who picked up the memoir because they're interested in one of the TV-shows Felicia has been a part of or the change the Internet has brought to the world; it has fundamentally changed the way we communicate with each other. Forming relationships with someone on the other side of a screen can be both a blessing and a curse at times. Yes, it has become easier to find like-minded people anywhere in the world that we feel that connection with, but it has also become so much easier for the human race to let their worst side flourish, hiding behind the safety of fake personas and made-up screen names - and Felicia has faced some of the worst examples of this herself.

At times it felt I could have written this memoir (though it wouldn't have been quite as witty or entertaining if I had), as so many of Felicia's stories resonated with me. I may not have grown up becoming as invested in video games as her but I had similar experiences with the rise of the online. I vividly remember the feeling of wonder at having the world at my fingertips through AltaVista, creating my first email address when no-one even knew what it was, my obsession with those early digital chat rooms, that awkward moment of meeting online friends for the first time, and losing hours - sometimes days - when completely engrossed in something on the Internet. I'm sure we're all familiar with the YouTube, Tumblr and Netflix holes that can consume us so completely nowadays, but back in the day it was the rare excitement of connecting with someone who was as much into a barely known fandom as you were and using existing characters in role-playing games or fan fiction (long before this became a more common creative outlet that could even lead to a book deal) that made those hours disappear.

You're ever Weird on the Internet (Almost) is an insightful and honest memoir about one woman's journey of growing up and finding her place in the world, both online and offline. Felicia's witty and self-aware humour shines through on every page, even the ones detailing low points in her life. She does so unashamed of being different, instead highlighting that she is proud of the quirks that make her unique and, well, her. We could all do with some reassurance every now and again that it is okay to completely be yourself, whatever shape or form this may take (as long as you don't hurt someone by doing so), and this book provides just that, while at the same time being an incredibly funny and fascinating read that was just addictive as the Internet itself can be – I for one was so engrossed that I chose finishing the novel over watching the new episode of my latest television addiction. If that isn't a testament to how good a read this is, then I don't know what is.

I listened to the audiobook version of this book, it is narrated by the author, which was a major selling point for it for me.

So I don't really know who Felicia Day is, but became intrigued by the book when I wrote my Joood's Review on it, for Joood. I'm not normally interested in memoirs written by people I've never heard of, but the blurb for this book intrigued me. I was not disappointed, and actually want to watch The Guild now after listening to the memoir.

My amusement with the story started early on, and was due in large part to my Joood's Review. There's a section where Felicia Day talks about being bestie with a guy because they stood almost next to each other once, which is very similar to "Joood's" claim that she and Felicia are BFF's because they met once. (Joood even thought that I had read the book before writing her review because of that line.)

Then there was the part of the book where I realized that I am Felicia's mom (not really because she's older than I am). However, my approach to homeschooling my children, up to this point, has been much like her mother's approach to homeschooling her. That shamed me, and I will be doing better (although Felicia turned out pretty awesome, it seems, so maybe it wasn't so bad after all.)

I could honestly recommend this book to anyone who is mildly interested in gaming culture, particularly RPG's, or who are maybe just a bit on the introverted and awkward side. I laughed, a lot, and familiarity with Actress Felicia Day was not necessary for my amusement. Also, you should really spring for the audiobook. It's worth it.

Overall I give this book 5 out of 5 stars.

I don’t usually read or review non-fiction, especially not memoirs, but I’ll admit it: I’m a huge Felicia Day fan. I’ve been following her work since she was on Buffy The Vampire Slayer, all the way through The Guild, and the very beginnings of the Geek & Sundry Channel. She is my geeky, gamer girl hero. I regularly participate in her Romance/Fantasy book club, Vaginal Fantasy… so when I heard that she was writing a book nearly a year ago, I was already planning ahead to add it onto my early Birthday list. I repeatedly reminded my family for several weeks that August, and my birthday were fast approaching, with not-so-veiled hints that the book’s release date was soon approaching just two weeks before my B-day. Needless to say, I not only received the book as a birthday present, I was allowed to access this present early, and devoured it the same day it was bought.

For someone who hardly ever reads non-fiction let me say: this memoir was everything I hoped for. Felicia’s writing was hilarious, filled with awkward stories of childhood, adolescence, and her many geeky endeavors. The book was easy to read and from a technical standpoint, pretty flawlessly executed. I didn’t notice any grammatical errors or awkward sentences, and the candid photos and photoshopped meme-like additions were an amusing touch.

I found Felicia’s story both relatable and inspiring. As an awkward girl growing up in the first vestiges of the internet myself, I found something nostalgic and endearingly familiar about her stories of naïve attempts to find a niche in early games and forums. I too lived through those times, and did some of the same questionable things that I still can’t believe my parents let me get away with (anyone else live through one of those awkward early-internet meet ups fueled by parents desperate to see us gain relationships outside our family? Yup. Been there.) Her adventures in being homeschooled and being the awkward almost-too-old-for-her-age type of kid reminded me a lot of my own homeschooled daughter, and I immediately decided that at some point, my daughter too would have to read this book, if for no other reason than to show her that: Hey, it’s okay to be yourself. It’s okay to be weird.

In a lot of ways, Felicia and her stories of being an anxious, awkward, geeky girl reminded me a lot of myself, and when I read about her determination to follow her dreams and the struggles with shutting down her inner critic—well, it struck a cord. I think a lot of us struggle with our inner anxiety… I certainly know I have. Reading about her procrastination, the endless excuses and self-doubt, I wanted to close the book and get to work on all the stuff I’ve been putting off for ages. I’m there, in that place right now. I didn’t put the book down in the end—because I wanted to finish the book—but I promise you, the procrastination and second-guessing is going to come to an end. Thanks, Felicia. If you ever read this review: Sincerely, from my heart, thanks.

I loved this book, and I am so glad to have read it. If you’ve ever been that awkward geeky kid with off-kilter interests and a lack of social skills, you should pick this up. There are a lot of us out there—especially on the internet. *fist bump* I’m one of them…and that’s okay. Be weird. All the best people are.

Liked the history behind the girl.
Didn't like the absence of stories about Buffy.
Didn't like how much it cost relative to other excellent books on kindle.
As an endocrinologist, wish she had included her TSH level!

This fascinating thing about Felica Day's wonderful memoir "You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost)" is just how accessible it is not only to fans of Day and her delightful work... but also for people who may not be as familiar.

A big part of her persona and many of her projects is just how wonderfully identifiable and accessible she can be. Even if you're a heavy-set 20-something dude like me whose background is decidedly the opposite of hers... you can see a lot of yourself in who she is as a person. And another big aspect to her is also how accessible she can make topics some of us might not be that familiar with. (Ex. I know absolutely nothing about MMO's, but I adore and completely understand "The Guild") And that's what helps make this such a fun, breezy read even if you aren't necessarily a fan.

"You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost)" is a blast of pure fun. Often hilarious. Frequently insightful. And even occasionally thought-provoking in some of its darker moments.

Day's sort-of borderline-manic writing style is easy to grasp and keeps you thoroughly entertained... it's almost like you're not reading but rather talking to her when you flip through the pages, which I found refreshing. It keeps the entire structure of the memoir and the internal pacing very fast, loose and with a personal sense of warmth that memoirs and autobiographies and other non-fiction books can sometimes lack. I always am turned off when memoirs or autobiographies are too "facts-y"... I find a lot of the ones I've flipped through here and there feel cold. Even a bit clinical. Here, it's all warm, fuzzy, fun recollections that have that wonderful conversational flair. Of course with an added dash of Day's trademark self-deprecating humor and doubt, which adds another fun, identifiable layer to it all.

Day covers a lot of interesting aspects of her life, upbringing and the start of her career. Which is where much of the book is focused. (I was sort-of surprised at how little the book dealt with things like "Geek & Sundry" or some of her roles in well-known projects like "Supernatural"... but it was a pleasant surprise because I was more keen on learning about Day as a person) It's really interesting and even uplifting to see someone so identifiable dealing with things like gaming addictions, personal doubt, etc.

All in all, I absolutely adored this book. It's a fast read. A fun read. And well-worth it for anyone looking for a great time.

Did you know that if you are gaming and say Felicia Day three times into the screen reflection Felicia appears behind you and shoots an arrow into your knee? I heard it on the internet so it must be true.

Memoirs and (auto)biographies are something I generally avoid like the port-a-loos at a music festival. But I make the occasional exception for people I find interesting and humorous. You’re Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) certainly fits this bill, with Felicia sharing her rise from home schooled kid to the Queen of Geeks. I’m not sure if that title comes with lands and tithings or not.

One Xmas many years ago, my sister decided the family was going to watch Dr Horrible’s Sing Along Blog. It was a Joss Whedon production, so there were no objections, at least none that would be taken seriously. There was Doogie Howser, and Captain Mal, and what did I recognise the redhead from? And geez she could sing. That was when I became a fan of Felicia’s work, and also the only reason I’ve watched any Supernatural episodes since the finale in season six. So it was great to hear – yes, the audiobook read by Felicia is the best way to read this book – her talk about her life, career, and how she decided to do what she loved on her terms.

I think the most important chapter in her book is the second to last that covers her thoughts on the dark side of the internet and gaming. As a former gamer I still take a passing interest in things going on the industry, and as a resident of the internet, I’ve taken an interest in that too. To say that guys are dicks to women who dare trespass on “their” turf is to completely fail to understand the level of harassment women endure in trying to enjoy what games and the internet have to offer. But it is worth buying this book just for this chapter.

I'll just begin with this, I am pretty sure Felicia Day is my spirit animal. Or perhaps we were separated at birth? Either way, reading her memoir was like putting on my favorite worn hoodie and snuggling up in bed. It was comfortable and familiar and it was me. I could definitely relate to the awkwardness, love of all things fantasy/sci-fi,and slight neurosis. I loved how the book was pieced together with her goofy sense of humor, candor, and anxiety laden rants. Felicia's memoir takes us through her homeschooled childhood in good 'ol bible belt USA, to her obsessively neurotic college days (I see you 4.0 music prodigy!), all the way to the west coast to pursue her dream of acting and the integral role the gaming world played in the shaping of her life and career (don't worry you don't have to be a gamer to enjoy this read!) Felicia doesn't hold anything back and really gives us a candid glimpse into her life. Her wit kept me laughing (yes out loud as I snuck chapters between phone calls at work) but also really touched on some serious issues like crippling depression and anxiety. As someone who works in mental health, I can really appreciate this raw honesty and commend her for shedding some light on an often taboo topic. But perhaps my biggest personal takeaway from this memoir is that we can do this (whatever it is that "this" means to you), and we can do it by just being us. Unapologetically and enthusiastically us. Jump in headfirst to our passions and see what we can create, because that's when we are our happiest, our most fulfilled. There will always be those who will try and steal our shimmer and dull our shine, but don't ever let that sidetrack you from creating or enjoying what YOU love (unless what you love is illegal in which case, uh, don't do that?) Thanks for a hysterically inspiring read Felicia, if you're ever in the area and want to craft, look me up, I'll bring the mod podge!
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The short version: Listen to this book. Do it now. You need this.

The long-winded and probably overstated version that 98% of you probably won't bother reading but I'm going to write anyway because if I don't tell someone how awesome I think this book is in exquisite detail, my head might explode. Okay, not really, but... Anyway.

The long version:

This book touched me more than I expected. I had no doubts I would love it. Felicia Day is my idol and I could listen to her talk until the end of time. This book, though? It not only amused me, but it actually touched me on an emotional and psychological level.

It was as though I were sitting down to a rambling conversation with an old friend. The kind that lasts deep into the night and well past sunrise because you’re just so into it you forget to sleep. You know the ones; where the conversation can go from cute cat videos to deep philosophical debates in seconds and everyone involved is totally cool with it.

I had no idea that Felicia Day, a woman I respect and adore and generally idolize, one geek girl to another, struggled so deeply with anxiety and depression.

This book made me feel as though real living, coping, and recovery is possible for me. It made me feel hopeful that I don't have to be defined by the self-destructive inner monologue of my chemically imbalanced brain. It made me feel like it just might be worth it to try again, maybe fail again, and then try yet again to rekindle my creativity and tackle some of those projects hidden away in my closet, forgotten and discarded over the years.

Along the way, the book also made me laugh… A lot. Being a gamer geek myself, also recovering from a long time World of Warcraft addiction, I followed every word and anecdote with ease and it was epic! I won't spoil it for anyone else, but seriously, Felicia! I know exactly the hair style you refer to for that poor gnome (and I didn't even realize I had access to the PDF until I was done with the book, so no, I didn't see it first!)

That said, I would like to strongly recommend Felicia Day’s “You’re Never Weird on the Internet (Almost)” to any gamer of any gender, any person who struggles with anxiety and/or depression, or really anyone who needs some proof that every hurdle can be overcome if you really want something.

It is bright, funny, uplifting, encouraging, did I mention funny already? It’s not your typical lady memoir. It’s way better and more relatable, IMHO. One of the best parts is that she tackles important and serious things, but somehow still keeps the tone of the book light and friendly and encouraging without sugarcoating or watering down the reality of the issues at hand.

This book is worth every cent and so much more. 10/10 Will listen again. And again. And probably again after that.

You know how sometimes a friend says, "read this book, you'll love it," and then you don't because someone told you to, or just because you don't have the same taste? Well, I did that with Felicia Day's book, and then I read it. For the first 30 pages I thought "Oh no! A celebrity memoir! Run!" but I really enjoyed it. I related to a lot of the material, and she has a very charming, smart approach to writing. But above all, I felt moved by her encouragement of all creative people with ideas to express themselves.

"We all have periods of our life where we're trapped, doing something we hate, and we develop habits that have nothing to do with our long-term goals to fill the downtime."

"Work-play balance is, in retrospect, something that can EASILY get out of whack. Especially if you're self-employed. You never turn it off. Your fate is in your own hands, so you can't let up."

"I wept for this guy, who was so vulnerable in front of me, and who, for some reason, felt the need to put himself down when he presented something he’d made from scratch. I don’t let people get away with putting themselves down anymore. There are enough negative forces in this world—don’t let the pessimistic voice that lives inside you get away with that stuff, too. That voice is NOT a good roommate."

I was really sad that the book ended on such a heavy note about online bullying. It was very heavy, and very scary. But I also commend Ms. Day for being so courageous and speaking up about such an important issue. It is beyond my comprehension as to why so many people terrorize one another.

I do hope that she continues making great things, funny things, and personal things. The world is a better place with you, and your creations.

If I’m being completely honest here, initially I had only ever seen Felicia Day on Supernatural as a spunky gamer chick who helps Sam and Dean with nerd-heavy cases. And of course, in Dr. Horrible’s Sing Along Blog (because Nathan Fillion – hello!). But I was immediately charmed by her and knew I had to read her book You’re Never Weird on the Internet (Almost). She is a goddess among geek culture and I am praising her right alongside everyone else.

I’ve read a ton of memoirs and this is definitely among my favourites. And it’s not because Day is funny (she is) and it’s not because she name drops and shares personal behind the scene stories you wouldn’t hear about elsewhere (she does), but it’s because I found this book to be so honest and upfront and downright inspiring!

Day is admittedly awkward and not good in social situations and I’m not sure she would consider herself a role model, but that is exactly what makes me want to put her in that position. She wears her freak flag proudly, she has made a fool of herself many times (and then wrote a book about it) and she has worked incredibly hard to get where she is without compromising what she believes in.

And she has overcome some really serious obstacles. There’s lots of geek chic antidotes here, lots of inside info fans will love, but the end if the book actually gets pretty dark and pretty real and changes the whole tone of things. In a good way. Day seems so relatable and approachable with how she talks about herself. She really obliterates that divide we have between fans and celebrities and somehow manages to really connect with the reader (or me at least) through these words. Something she practices in real life too on social media and at endless conventions. She makes it clear that one on one fan recognition is really important to her and it shows.

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What I took from this book is that Day’s career has mostly been about her trying to find a place for her to channel her weird voice, but whether she realizes it or not (she does), in doing so, she has paved the way for so many other voices to be heard. She proved time and time again in this book that she had no insider help, that she is the product of persistence and a vision and downright obsessive determination. Despite all her crazy insecurities, ultimately she did not give one care to anyone else and wouldn’t let anything stand in her way. And that is why she is where she is.

In the few days it took to read this book, I watched all of The Guild and subscribed to Geek and Sundry and Googled so many things referenced in this book. But most importantly, reading this made me feel inspired and empowered. It made me feel invincible and like I can do anything I want if I want it badly enough. She made me feel a part of a community, even though I don’t game, and that’s what this whole crazy internet world is supposed to be about, right?

Originally posted on CityGirlScapes.com

4 1/2 Stars

Full disclosure: I was already a fan of Felicia Day. I fell in love with her web series, The Guild (which I just finished binge watching (again) over the holiday) and followed her through Geek & Sundry, Table Top and other webisodes. When I saw that she’d written a memoir, I couldn’t wait to read it. I definitely wasn’t disappointed at all. It was a really fun read and it was definitely easy to see how her personality developed and she went from home schooled, awkward kid to full on Internet Geek Celebrity.

If you’re not a geek yourself, you may not understand some of the references, but that really shouldn’t take away from her story. Most of us can relate to that wanting to belong and that feeling that you get when you find a group of people where everything just clicks. Where your weirdness and oddities aren’t looked at strangely but are just accepted and welcomed. That’s not just something that geeks share with other geeks, it’s something that people share with one another. We all want to have that feeling of belonging.

There was a section of the book where I seriously went “OMG I did that too! That was totally me!” Felicia played World of Warcraft and as someone who also played the same game, I got every single reference and I understood exactly what she was talking about. That the relationships that you had with those other avatars were as real as any friendship that you could have with someone face to face. You may never meet that person, but the friendship and relationship that you have is every bit as real as that of your best friend from first grade.

The way she wrote this memoir reminds me a lot of her writing for The Guild series. I really enjoyed the fun of her writing and could see her sitting there in front of the camera just telling her story in her sweet, somewhat awkward way.

There were definitely lessons that she learned that all of us can take something from them and learn ourselves. Her story wasn’t always sunshine and unicorns. Felicia went through a lot of adversity and continues to face it today. But her resilience and power to overcome the hurdles in her life was pretty inspirational. I was surprised by her story and of where she came from and what she’s had to go through to get to where she is today. It’s a story that will resonate with a lot of people. I definitely recommend this to anyone with a little bit of geek in them.

This book deserves praise on many fronts, including validating the existence of overachieving, fantasy-loving, game-playing, geeks of both genders. She presents her history fearlessly, quirks and all.

Though not a focus of the book, Ms. Day's honesty about her struggles with depression is perhaps the most praiseworthy aspect of the book in my opinion. She frankly compares the reception of people to the news of her physical ailments to the reception of news of her psychological depression and anxiety challenges. She states that no one would consider a thyroid problem to be a personal shortcoming, but psychological challenges like depression and anxiety are treated as such. These are condition, not moral failings or character flaws. This kind of fearless honesty is a rare and wonderful thing and deserves respect.

I highly recommend getting this as an audio book because Felicia Day reads (and sings) it and makes it even more hilarious and relatable. This is going to be a long and probably pointless review since hardly anyone ever reads mine but I finished this book in a matter of 24 hours and I'm honestly writing this and hoping with all hope that Felicia Day might actually read it. If she happens to I just want to start out by saying thank you.

I have been a fan of Felicia since 2009 when I watched the guild religiously and I still religiously watch the FLOG and Tabletop (because Will Wheaton was my spirit animal before it was cool). I always wanted to be her which would probably blow her mind. She was this silly but quirky girl and I was a fat loser who watched too much Inuyasha and ate too much ramen locked away alone in my room. I always wanted to be the fun gamer girl and instead I hid on the weekends and played video games by myself. I wish I had played WoW instead of Everquest because I feel like we would have been besties.

Understand before even buying this book that it is basically a love letter to all things nerd. There are obscure references that many mainstreamers won't understand but don't let that scare you away. Felicia writes for the common man. She breaks down how to's and explains references in great detail.

The book starts out with her insanely unorthodox childhood and traverses into adult hood and catalogs her many triumphs and fails. I learned so many things about Felicia while reading this that I never knew and honestly it’s made me love her even more! Audio book was my favorite but I love the book so much I bought a hard copy for long flights.

I first found out about Felicia Day when I stumbled upon her web series The Guild back in 2007 or 2008 and I've seen her in a wealth of geekverse series since, including Supernatural, Dr Horrible's Sing-Along Blog and Dollhouse. While of course you can never know a person just from watching them on television and reading interviews, it is clear that it is no coincidence that her resume boosts so many genre shows: Felicia is a big geek herself. Nowadays it is is much more acceptable to be obsessive about TV shows or video games, to name a few examples, but that has really only become more common with the rise of the Internet and the ease with which people have been able to connect with fellow fans to fuel that passion, instead of quietly hiding this more obsessive side of themselves. I was part of the first generation that got fully immersed in this new technology, and so was Felicia. And she has experienced the many ups and down that come with communicating digitally with people who are really just perfect strangers.

Felicia's memoir is an honest insight into all the wacky and wonderful that has made her the person she is today. From her unconventional upbringing that allowed her to be as weird as she wanted to be, as she was homeschooled and didn't face the same social pressure kids and teenagers generally do to fit in, to her struggles as an aspiring actress in Hollywood with a seemingly useless double degree in math and music. And from developing a serious World of Warcraft addiction, right down to using the knowledge she gained spending all those hours lost in a fantasy world to create something that startkicked her career in the geekverse. She wrote The Guild, which focuses on a group of people playing a similar game to WoW and was too niche at the time to be picked up by an established television network, but it was perfect for the Internet; the web series was born.

It is not an easy road though and Felicia doesn't gloss over the more difficult parts of her life, which makes this not only an incredibly relatable read for the Internet generation, but also genuinely inspiring and insightful for both existing fans of and those who picked up the memoir because they're interested in one of the TV-shows Felicia has been a part of or the change the Internet has brought to the world; it has fundamentally changed the way we communicate with each other. Forming relationships with someone on the other side of a screen can be both a blessing and a curse at times. Yes, it has become easier to find like-minded people anywhere in the world that we feel that connection with, but it has also become so much easier for the human race to let their worst side flourish, hiding behind the safety of fake personas and made-up screen names - and Felicia has faced some of the worst examples of this herself.

At times it felt I could have written this memoir (though it wouldn't have been quite as witty or entertaining if I had), as so many of Felicia's stories resonated with me. I may not have grown up becoming as invested in video games as her but I had similar experiences with the rise of the online. I vividly remember the feeling of wonder at having the world at my fingertips through AltaVista, creating my first email address when no-one even knew what it was, my obsession with those early digital chat rooms, that awkward moment of meeting online friends for the first time, and losing hours - sometimes days - when completely engrossed in something on the Internet. I'm sure we're all familiar with the YouTube, Tumblr and Netflix holes that can consume us so completely nowadays, but back in the day it was the rare excitement of connecting with someone who was as much into a barely known fandom as you were and using existing characters in role-playing games or fan fiction (long before this became a more common creative outlet that could even lead to a book deal) that made those hours disappear.

You're ever Weird on the Internet (Almost) is an insightful and honest memoir about one woman's journey of growing up and finding her place in the world, both online and offline. Felicia's witty and self-aware humour shines through on every page, even the ones detailing low points in her life. She does so unashamed of being different, instead highlighting that she is proud of the quirks that make her unique and, well, her. We could all do with some reassurance every now and again that it is okay to completely be yourself, whatever shape or form this may take (as long as you don't hurt someone by doing so), and this book provides just that, while at the same time being an incredibly funny and fascinating read that was just addictive as the Internet itself can be – I for one was so engrossed that I chose finishing the novel over watching the new episode of my latest television addiction. If that isn't a testament to how good a read this is, then I don't know what is.

Hey Felicia, here's the reassurance you asked for ... you can have as many dolls of yourself staring at you as you want. Not weird at all! (And even if it is, who the heck cares, right? :D)

Although I am not an online gamer (not because I don't think it sounds really cool...more because something tells me that I would become totally addicted at the expense of all else), I am still your garden variety, 40 - something , Star Trek/Doctor Who/Fantasy geek girl, who first experienced the joy of Felicia Day on "Supernatural ". (I could save face and say my teenage daughter forced me to watch that show....but that would be a lie :P). I haven't watched "The Guild" (yet), but I have perused Geek and Sundry .... and & I just joined the Vaginal Fantasy book club on Goodreads. So reading Felicia ' s memoir was a real treat.

Actually , when I picked up this book, I thought this was going to be primarily one of those humor celebrity memoirs, in the same vain ad Tiny Fey ' s "Bossy Pants" and Jenny Lawson's "Let's Pretend This Never Happened". And in some ways, this assumption was correct. As I read this, I could definitely imagine Felicia saying these words about herself in everyday conversation, and she was able to infuse her sense of humor into the good, the bad and the ugly. Her anecdotes about her experiences with fans at cons really made me laugh (I've been to a couple myself....with my daughter as Artist Alley toy knitters), and the story about the encounter with Nichelle Norris was hilarious . I'm pretty sure something similar would happen to me if I encountered the likes of David Tennant, Patrick Stewart or Peter Capaldi ;).

However the author tells her story honestly and delves into her personal biography , the history and subculture of the Internet gaming world, and issues such as anxiety and depression while, at the same time, reaffirming the importance of finding one's niche in the world and embracing it with all one's heart. Highly recommended to anyone interested in these topics and who understands or is willing to open their minds to Geek talk.

There are chapters about her beginning years as a actor, and how taking everyone's advice got her jobs that she hated. There don't seem many pages about her later successful years as an actress.
here is a lot of information about her gaming. And a chapter about the web-video-series that she CREATED and produced on a shoestring budget. Then refused to sell to Hollywood. Then lots of pages on how Felicia overworked. Then sold her brain-child after all, on a great deal to herself.

There's a chapter where depression has physical causes, and that chapter has my best quote: (p228)
"Try telling someone, "I have a kidney problem, and I'm having a lot of bad days lately.' Nothing but sympathy, right? Then pretend to say, "I have severe depression and anxiety , and I'm having a lot of bad days lately." They just look at you' like you're broken, right? Unfixable. Inherently flawed. Yeah, society sucks."

Then there's a chapter on #gamergate, and that was pretty awful. But Felicia tells how she lived through it, which was interesting. No pics of her working on Supernatural at the time, which is a complete lost chance to post pics of pretty men.

The last chapter ends on a high note, mentioning that George Lucas ran out of money while filming Star Wars, and parts of the shield generator on Endor were made of ... ... ... spray painted Dixie cups. *croggle* So following your dream can be a great thing!

This is a fun, inspiring book from someone who (quite honestly) I'd never heard of before; I am not the target audience for this book, being unfamiliar with Miss Day's work online or on TV. But, as with Carrie Brownstein's memoir, I found myself enjoying the ride through Felicia Day's life and work more than I thought I would. She makes a very important point towards the end of the book, and indeed it's the theme of the whole piece: with the internet today, you can be creative without asking for or waiting for "permission" from the previous gatekeepers of high culture. Seriously, you can create almost anything you want to online; there are very few, if any, limits to the truly creative individual in this day and age. The chapter on Gamergate reveals, of course, that all is not well in the wild west of the internet, but hopefully such behavior will be the outlier, not the rule. I read this book in two days, and it's a great read.

In her memoir, Felicia Day tells of her life and how it relates to her success on the internet. From her home-schooled childhood to the operations of Geek and Sundry, the internet seems to have played a large role in Felicia's life.

Her memories are shared with humor and honesty. If you've ever felt awkward or anxious about being yourself, or felt like you didn't really belong somewhere, you will find her story relatable and reassuring.

There were so many points in this book that resonated with me. I kind of feel like if there were a liberal, math-loving, home-schooled version of me out there somewhere, it just might be Felicia Day. I'm an introvert. I played the violin all through school. I play video games and love geek things like Star Trek and Star Wars. Granted, my music and gaming skills are not on the same level as Felicia's, but it's a common point.

But I knew those things before I read this book. That's WHY I read this book. So, what did I learn? That someone else has experienced the need to start several projects, then quit said projects due to a fear of failure, or a feeling that what you are doing doesn't matter. The need for immediate feedback is also a real thing, and a lack of it can stop the creative process dead in its tracks (said the novel I started writing three years ago).

I found little morsels of inspiration in Felicia's story. If she really makes those inspirational mugs I want one of each. My favorite?

"You can attempt anything."

Success is not guaranteed, but there's no chance at success if you don't first attempt the thing.

Felicia Day is a kind-of kooky actress, with a broad base of loyal fans due to her internet presence. From Comic-Con to television appearances, Felicia Day has never taken her craft for granted. With information about her childhood beginnings, complete with homeschooling horrors and violin challenges, You're Never Weird on the Internet is a comprehensive look at the life of a woman who has strived to live off the beaten path.

The biggest issue that I had with the book was its lack of cohesion, as the author flits from topic to topic. I did find the audiobook entertaining, although it was a little over the top in terms of the delivery of the narration. Fans of Felicia Day will flock to this book, but those new to her universe might find it a bit lacking.

I utterly adored this memoir, not least because it made me feel as though Felicia Day and I have a lot in common and could be friends. So many of her experiences as a young geek, a growing geek, and an adult geek resonated with me, as did her struggle with anxiety and depression. Day is candid and raw, but the entire memoir is suffused with wit and optimism nonetheless. (This is another one I did on audio, as Day reads it herself, and I feel like that added an awesome extra quality. It's one I can happily return to when I feel like I need a boost).

*This is a review of the audio book*

This book is pure Felicia Day, which means it was a pure delight. Listening to her story in her own manic voice was like sitting over coffee with an old friend. She's accessible like that. And her story is accessible, because we have all tried and failed, and hopefully tried again. There are life lessons here is we are brave enough to listen to them. Ms. Day has much to teach us. I am sure I will be listening to this book for a long time to come, whenever I need a nudge to not give up, or whenever I just want to listen to Felicia Day's enthusiastic sense of humor. Wonderful and highly recommended.

This is a great book, even if you don't feel a connection to the gaming world.
Her words about the strangely toxic internet shame culture should be required reading for middle schoolers in the day and age (though you might need to warn them about the language)

Thank you Felicia Day for making me laugh, cry, and learn about something new. I've always loved your work, and I am now very impressed by the extreme efforts you went through to produce it.

I'm familiar with Felicia Day by extension of my interest in video games. Her name crops up surprisingly often and as such, going off of a recommendation by a blogger I follow, I decided to read this book to try and understand who/what she is. If you're a fan of Day from her work you might enjoy it, but as an "outsider" hoping to enjoy the book on its own merits, it's not a good read.

I loved The Guild, so I kind of had to read the book. But, since I am not a gamer myself (zero skills), I didn't really think it would be very relatable. Like when I read White Girl Problems, couldn't relate at all. But Felicia is surprisingly relatable. Who knew? I didn't know we are from the same general area of North Alabama and having been part of the 90s homeschooling world, I understood her story very intimately. It was funny. Inspirational. And just generally, "You too?" Like meeting a new friend.

I've been a fan of Felicia Day for a long time. I was trying to think back to when I first heard of her. Was it when she was on Buffy? Probably. I follow a website called Whedonesque and they post links to anything anyone has done that has worked on a Joss Whedon project. That's how I found The Guild. I'm not a gamer in any sense, but I enjoyed the webseries so much. And knowing some of the back story of how the show was produced made it even better. This is the first memoir I've read where I was actually along for the ride. Several of the stories were moments that I was following (I contributed to The Guild to get a Season 2, I paid money for the Do You Want to Date My Avatar song, I remember when she posted the blog about gamer gate.) I could hear her voice in my head as I read (should have got the audio book).

It was fun read. As someone with social anxiety (although, not to the extent she has it) I found it very relateable. I also loved the stories of how crazy she worked to create what she wanted.

I'm not sure if someone who doesn't know her would enjoy the book as much, but I scarfed the book down quickly.

I was that rare listener that got this book but had never heard of Felicia Day. I am an older male, but I do like to try new things in my reading and listening. I was intrigued by her story as a home-schooled kid turned into a successful techy super nerd. I think this book will have great appeal to young people, especially girls. Just a little way into it, I realized it was not for me, and I stopped.

What a fun book to read! I found out about Felicia Day first when my future wife told me about Dr. Horrible and later, again on Eureka. The book details her experiences through the present day including being home schooled, starting a successful internet company, and being a fan icon. The stories are entertaining and funny even when they deal with serious subjects. I cam at the book from a curious perspective. What does it take to be an internet sensation? This book was remarkably clear on just how much work it takes. It didn't shy away from descriptions of the massive amounts of effort expended by Day and others as some biographies/memoirs do. An awesome read with plenty of detail!

Felicia Day’s memoir is honest to a fault, witty and original. Her childhood alone would make a great TV series. The intro by Joss Whedon gave me chills. It is written in her unique voice giving us glimpses of her quirky inner dialogue. Her writing style pulls you into each experience. In the book you witness what it took to take an idea for a web series and make it happen. I love that stuff! I’d be lucky to have that much energy and grit. I am truly inspired. She helped pave the way for so many others and the internet is better for it. Alas, we see it isn't perfect. Unfortunately most of us have seen first hand that the internet can be harsh or even scary. To paraphrase one of my favorite viral videos, “When you go into the ocean, you are swimming in the shark’s house”. That is how I see the internet. There will always be sharks. They come with the ocean. But, it is worth diving in when you have cooler creatures like mermaids, dolphins and all the other vastly talented and fun souls just waiting to entertain you. Felicia Day is one of those creatures. I highly recommend this book.

I read this book and then years later I found an audiobook version of it. I love both because this is a great book for anyone who has been afraid to love something "uncool" and for anyone who has been fearless about being "weird."

I strongly recommend this book if you are a child of the early eighties to early nineties, and if you are a geek. Or, maybe I just enjoy this because those are the things I seem to have in common with this author. I feel like it took a while to really gain momentum. But maybe that is because some parts of Day's story were easier for me to identify with.

I can't say I was alway a fan of Felicia Day. It was after Dr. Horrible I'd even realizes she was in Buffy; which usually results in me looking up past and future projects in their filmography; but I fell in love with her character there, and in many more to follow. I liked the fact that she was so unashamedly a gamer. Something most people were judged for. But I really knew nothing about her.

Here, I was able to find out how hard she worked and how much it took out of her to produce things I really liked. It made me admire her hard work and tenacity in ways I wasn't aware of.

I laughed a lot, I learned a lot... I even got a bit choked up at times. I hope the world never knows what it's like to not have people create based in the things they like and love.

Congratulations, Ms. Day... You joined the very small list of people I'd love to meet and just talk to/babble at about the creative process.

So I’ve heard of Felicia Day before. I recognize her as some famous person and I know enough not to confuse her wit Emily Blunt. I had a vague idea that she was in to video games and had a web video show called The Guild. But before I read this book, you now have the extent of my knowledge about Felicia Day.

Now one thing that always strikes me as funny is when a young person writes a memoire. I mean you’ve got what like 10 years out of your parents house to get ‘wise’ and it’s time to write a memoire of your life? Sure when you’re 60 or 70 or 80 it seems to work, but 30? Anyway getting past that, this book is very quirky. Felicia Day is regularly self-deprecating as she wonders why you’d even read this. That threw me off a bit since, why on earth would you write a book you figured no sane person should read?

Getting past that, this was an interesting look at how she got in on the ground floor of web video series at YouTube. Now everyone is trying to get some web show that hits it big so they can be famous, but then it was something totally new and she dove in just because she had a story she simply couldn’t not tell.

One of my favourite parts of the book is when she talks openly about dealing with depression. This is a topic that so many avoid and are ashamed of despite the fact that almost every person will go through some sort of depression in their life. Felicia talks about it openly and I could feel the struggle just to do almost anything, even care for herself, going on in the book and in her head. For that reason alone you should read this book.

You’re Never Weird on the Internet (almost) by Felicia Day was the July selection for our public library book club. I have to admit that I’m a Baby Boomer, and that age was definitely a factor as I read this book. This book was written by, and probably for, an entirely different demographic. When I first started reading, I quickly learned that the author was a Millennial Tekki, and that I was out of my area of comfort. I have to admit that, if it hadn’t been a book club selection, I probably would not have gone farther than the first chapter. However, I’m glad that I continued for several reasons.

First, I learned a little about Millennials and generational differences. Felicia Day’s memoir is filled the thoughts and words of a true Millenial. She is a creative, entrepreneurial, and majorly tech savy. Her world is global and virtual, in a way that I’ll probably never understand. However, it gave me a much better understanding of my son and, especially, my daughter-in-law. She, too, was an early gamer and has also evolved into a global Internet job.

Related to that, I’ve gotten a glimpse into the world of gaming and the place of females in that world. As a teacher, I always had more concerns about boys playing video games. I never thought about girls or their part in that world… obviously, a big mistake.

Day also expressed some universal truths that I think apply to many people. I understood her need to get all A’s and to maintain a 4.0 GPA in college. I recognized her need to basically give up her life for a summer to get an A instead of a B. Unfortunately, I also related to her discovery that after graduation her GPA meant nothing… period.

Finally, I really liked that Day accepted and embraced her weird childhood, and ultimately her own personal weirdness. As with everyone, all of her experiences molded her into a unique adult. It’s to her credit that she discovered this at such an early age.

One of the biggest reasons that I enjoy book clubs is that I read books that are out of my comfort zone. You’re Never Weird on the Internet (almost) definitely qualified as out of my comfort zone. I’m glad that I read it. I’m rounding my 2.5 stars up to 3. It provided a lot of food for thought and will, hopefully, provide material for a good book club discussion.

Everyone's favorite nerd tells all (well, a lot) in her hilarious memoirs. Join Felicia Day on her rise from sheltered home schooler to Comic Con royalty. Felicia's writing style is simultaneously frantic and understated, with her social awkwardness, loveable anxiety, and overall genius bleeding through the writing. Personally, I imagine her tapping every page, sitting at a typewriter with her inner monologue spilling through her fingertips and into the words on the page.

If you don't know who Felicia Day is, come and get to know her. If you do know who Felicia Day is, come and get to know her better. In any case, this is one of the funniest books I've read in a while.

This is a glorious peek inside the mind of the "Queen of the Geeks," a woman who turns out to be really just like all of us. She's got some nifty talents and some awesome ideas and a whole lot of doubts and anxieties, too. What sets her apart, in my mind, is her superhuman drive and determination. It's invigorating to see someone who has been an inspiration to so many of us share her journey and show us that nobody's perfect; nobody's as superhuman as they look, and everybody's looking for the place they fit.

I bought a kindle and wanted to try it out so I borrowed this book with my kindle from my library without knowing anything about it. I never heard of the author and don't play video games (although my son does) but that didn't matter. This book was great. It was interesting and funny---I laughed out loud several times (which is rare for me to do). Towards the end she started to go more into the gaming and the Internet which lost me a little, otherwise I would have given it 5 stars. The book was best when she was describing her awkward fish out water growing up experiences like going to a high school dance.

I've been a fan a Felicia Day for a while, so it's no surprise I would love this book. In fact, it's a favorite of the whole family. My wife (who works in our high school's library) thoroughly enjoyed it as well, and has been recommending it to many students, who are all at that "what do I do with my life" stage and can benefit from the encouragement and lessons in Felicia's life story. My kids (who are gamers, and who are weird, and who need to hear from more than their weird parents just how OK all of that is) are reading it now as well. Thank you, Felicia Day, for sharing so much of your wonderful self with the rest of us!

So much of this was just so incredibly relatable. I love how honest Felicia was about her anxiety and mental health issue. I love how much her passion for what she does came through. I loved her take on representation and feminism and going after your dreams and fandom. Honestly, I really liked Felicia Day before reading this, but now I think I'm a little in love with her. One of the better auto-biography type books, and one that I found both engaging and inspiring. I would definitely recommend this one.

Listened on audiobook, and I found Felicia to be a fun and charming narrator.

I'm not usually very fond of memoirs, but as a geek girl who loves Felicia Day, I had to check this one out, and it didn't disappoint. I related hard in places (weird homeschool kids unite!) and laughed or "aww"ed in others. I love her candid voice and her refusal to hold back, even when it came to touchier topics like GamerGate. If you like her work at all, I would absolutely recommend this.

Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go rewatch The Guild.

Felicia day is genuine and funny. She's real and this book is proof. Reading some of the negative reviews (of which there are so few), it's preposterous to me that they claim she is a "fake geek" or "fake girl gamer". Also, they mention that this book was a waste and nobody needs to read it. This book isn't meant for the masses. It's meant for people who like Felicia and want to know more about her life.
There are tons of insightful stories and funny tidbits and a lot of real emotion that comes off very genuine. She inspires me to be better and be myself.

I just finished her book. I wish she had written more. It is very personal. I know many people will relate to her story. How can such a smart successful person still feel that stress. I have the 4:30 AM STRESS ATTACKS also. After finishing the book I felt like I knew her as a person. You do not need to be a geek or gamer to enjoy this book. All of us humans can relate to her story. An excellent book highly recommended. I do not understand how anyone who read her book could dare to give fewer than 5 stars. Have you no heart?

I forget where I first heard about, "You're Never Weird on the Internet" by Felicia Day. Whoever recommended it to me, THANK YOU!!! I loved this honest, hilarious memoir!

Day is 100% honest about everything in her life, from being homeschooled for hippie reasons to music to being an internet sensation. Every creative person, no matter what your vocation, needs to read this book!

My Rating: 5+ stars

I only knew Felicia Day from her character on Supernatural prior to this book, so I had no expectations when I bought the audible version for my daily commute. It quickly turned from "let's give this a try" to "I wish traffic was slower so I can listen to it more". When I was 2/3 done with it, I was torn between wanting to listen to it more, and wanting to stop because I was so sad it was going to be over.

When I read the summary and about the author part, I thought this was someone who was an overachieving genius, had a grand plan for her life, foresaw every golden opportunity and seized it in success. Some of these were true, some were not as I found out from the book. I'm in my mid-20s with a stable but kind of stagnant job and at a stage where I want to try something new but too scared, so I especially connected well to the part of her life where she was also unsure about where her acting career was leading, and considering something different (which first fell into a gaming addiction, then depression, and finally her own web series). Felicia told her story with an incredibly honest and genuine voice that it seemed like she was your friend sharing her experiences with you.

I very much enjoyed how the book was narrated by Felicia herself, it's like part of her personality is projected from her own reading and makes her life story more genuine. It's also very funny and made me laugh out loud many times. I will admit sometimes her words did make me cringe in awkwardness, but I am glad she didn't shy away from who she is when writing/narrating it.

Thank you Felicia for sharing your dreams, doubts, successes and failures with us. Your story was wonderfully fun and inspiring, and I enjoyed every moment of sharing your journey with you.

I had no clue who Felicia Day is before reading this memoir. The only reason I picked it up was because the book summary promised me humor. That is always a big selling point for me. Although this book didn’t make me laugh nearly as much as Jenny Lawson’s “Let’s Pretend This Never Happened”, I now have a better idea who Felicia Day is and how hard she worked to create her success and overcome depression and her anxieties. As an offline gamer I had no idea how cruel the online gamer community could be, and so I’m taking away a lot more from this book than merely a good laugh. Definitely worth the read!

I knew of Felicia Day from Eureka and occasional mentions by Wil Wheaton. I'm not a gamer or particularly into sci-fi, but I had heard good things and decided to give it a read. I really liked it! It was a smooth, easy read - no jumping around, went in a logical order, well written. And it was interesting - she brings the other people in it to life and describes things that happen so you can picture them. I found her very relatable even though we have different interests. A really good read!

Unlike a lot of people, I'm a fan of Felicia's that didn't learn about her from the Guild or her other popular works. I first found out about her when I played a game called Fallout: New Vegas. I was on a wiki for it and was looking at some directions for one of her character's quests. It had a VO box in the description, which led me to Felicia Day. I read a quick description about her, then didn't think of or encounter any of her work until I watched a bit of Supernatural with my sister. So overall, I haven't been one of those super fans that are artistic and send her things, or follow her videos on Youtube. I decided to pre-order this book because I wanted to give her some support I guess, since according to what I had heard, she's a pretty good person.

I got my book a few days ago and I have to say, there was more than I expected. Not in book size, but in content. I assumed it would be a decent book, and that it'd be nice to have, maybe learn more bout Felicia, since she's pretty popular in gaming culture, which as I've gotten older, I've learned more about. I'm not really good at describing what I like about things, or, things in general (don't ever ask me tell anyone a story.) However, I will say this: It's a great book, if all the other five star reviews aren't convincing you.

(Also, I would ask you ignore the one star reviews from the mouth-breathers in the one star section, they came here to give a bad review on a book simply because she has a different opinion than them. They're trying to turn this book into a huge thing about "*Gamergate" when it only took up a tiny, minuscule part of the book at the very end. It's not the purpose nor the subject of the book at all.)

*Sorry Adam Baldwin, I just don't like the name, but I guess it needed one.

*insert hoards of heart-eye emoji's here* I want to start off by saying that I'm writing this review as I eat pancakes. You'll know if you've already read this charmingly witty book that Felicia mentions many meetings she's had that involved pancakes, and I couldn't resist ending this great read with a stack of those nummy things!

I first witnessed this wonderful creature on Supernatural (big surprise!) and knew it wouldn't be the only way I got to watch Felicia be who she is. My friend Morgan turned me to The Guild, and then to Felicia's Instagram. So when I found out that she was going to be releasing a book I couldn't wait to get my hands on it!

You're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) by Felicia Day
Published By: Touchstone
Pages: 272
Genre(s): Memoir

This book spoke to me on many levels. Though my hardcore Lord of the Rings Playstation game play days are currently on hold due to attempting to adult with a job, the desires are there clawing at my brain. Even if you haven't found yourself glued to a screen raiding, you may relate to her anxiety pressure that makes you feel like you have to do everything on your own and push out any relationships in the process. This book isn't a how-to when it comes to the gaming world. It showcases the beauty (and horrors) of socializing and making a name for yourself on modern platforms.

I couldn't be more pleased with this novel, and Felicia sure knows how to make a girl laugh... as well as do some self-reflection (though not on purpose), You're Never Weird on the Internet (almost) will find it's home on my bookshelf and will be returned to someday when I need a good bit of motivation. I'd recommend this to anyone that enjoyed Chris Hardwick's book, or anyone who would relate to a quirky geek girl who double majored in math and violin.

Your're Never Weird on the Internet (almost) on audio read by Felicia is the way to go for this book. The performance for Felicia brings this book to life in a recounting of her younger days and the path she had taken. Being weird and quirky was not popular until the days of the internet. The ability to reach across to other people on a common platform has changed many lives. Felicia has definitely had her struggles and anyone that wants to criticize her should read the book first. She is genuine and funny. The book is great, but the audio is told in the flurry of a tornado that is Felicia's mind.

This was a really cool experience. Not only could I related to Felecia's insecurities but I also just really enjoyed her life story, her memories. I like that she was the one to narrate her own book, it's the first I've read though I know there are others(i don't own/listen to a lot of audiobooks)
Really hope to buy a physical copy soon and then I'll get to read read it. Tutu-wearing Santa and all...

I found Felicia's memoir to be witty, refreshing and at times a bit sad. I was introduced to The Guild long after it had aired, and long after I left the gaming world. Felicia is my people, I just wish I had known she was when I was immersed in the gaming world. Her insight and uncanny ability of not taking no for answer is what was refreshing. I was saddened to read about her crippling anxiety and depression, and the facts around gamer gate. The book left me feeling proud about my weirdness and while not everyone gets it, at least I know I am not alone.

I've always been drawn to Felicia's quirkiness, but never really knew that much about her. After reading this book, I feel like I just had a marathon talk session with a new bestie and i'm left feeling like I truly know her. Her witty banter was very entertaining and the way she shared her downfalls was really refreshing. I love how basis of her book is encouraging females to be whatever they want to be, but also she shows herself as just a good HUMAN when she reinforces to everyone,regardless of gender to do what they love and embrace their own brand of crazy. I rarely am impressed by celebrities but after this, I just want to meet her and hug her. I feel like she's the kind of friend who cant necessarily relate to your problems from her own experiences but still leaves you feeling secure because she knows just what to say. That's basically what it feels like to read this book, and i'd recommend it to anyone

OH MY GOD THIS BOOK!!!!!Gjglerlgeslgetgj; lyjrkjvy riyv[y Felicia Day jfkskdfjfalwkjf Thank you for writing this book I have never read an autobiography I related to so very hard before. Felicia Day is essentially the voice in my head. This is not only an interesting life story but a very honest and open account of the creative process, mental illness, gaming addiction and "putting yourself out there". I cannot recommend this enough to everyone that I know especially anyone that is in the creative field or has found camaraderie online over niche interests.

I've been a huge fan of Felicia ever since The Guild. There are thankfully very few negative reviews here but the few that are...well they're laughable. All mad cuz a pretty girl is a nerd. There's no way that could be true! One goes as far as to say she is a made up persona. Wow. That's just straight envy right there.

As for this book. Its absolutely hilarious. I love awkward people who make something of themselves because they feel real. They have no idea how great they are. And that's why I love Felicia. Well also the fact shes super funny, very witty, nerdy and I'll admit. Super pretty. If somehow you read this Felicia. You. Are. Great. And my nerd world wouldn't be what it is today without you.

Felicia Day's book is awesome! I got to meet her at one of her book signings. She was so nice! I didn't even get a chance to compliment her because she was so nice and so normal, I forgot that she was a famous person.

Anyway, later that day I started reading her book. I did not know anything about her personal life prior to reading her book, so it was all new information for me. She had a very different childhood from most, and it was interesting to read about how she got started in acting, how she produced her own TV show, and her gaming addiction (I can relate as I am addicted to an MMORPG. While I was watching The Guild, I actually encouraged everyone in my "clan" to watch the show as well.)!

I first saw her on Buffy on the Vampire slayer in 2003. She was one of several potential slayers in Season 7. I actually had a poster of that group on my wall... more than a decade ago. Long before I even knew Felicia Day's name! I was a little disappointed that she didn't really talk about her experience working on Buffy. :( But I recently watched every episode of The Guild, so I loved that there was a lot of content in the book on that! I have also seen her in Dr. Horrible's and Eureka.

This book will definitely keep you reading and once you are done, you will wish that she had other books out there for you to read! :)

I fall into the group of people that had never heard of Felicia before reading this book. My cousin suggested it because I enjoy biographies. I don't like to read book blurbs. I dove into the audio book on a road trip. I enjoyed hearing about her quirky childhood. I do have 2 points of feedback. I believe it's possible that her references to Harry Potter and the show Felicity aren't accurate to her timeline. My favorite part was her frank discussion of her anxiety and depression, very relatable and inspiring. For the record I am a non-gamer, with the exception of some mario, galaga, and tetris. PS: Felicia, if you read this don't hold my concerns about the pop culture references against my brother. Turns out he's a fan (and claims to have gamed with you back in WOW days - I'm sure they all do, LOL). It was actually nice to have something to talk to him about, thanks for that.

First, I highly recommend listening to this on audio if you can. Felicia does a great job of reading her own material (of course) and I think it added an extra special something to the experience. I borrowed the audio and ebook from my library. I wasn't able to access the PDF that comes with the audiobook from my library ebook app so I looked at the photos in the ebook format instead, but it's great that the audio does come with a PDF of the pictures included in the print book. Second, you don't have to be a huge Felicia Day fan (or a gamer) to enjoy this book. Before this, I had only known her from her time on the TV show "Eureka" (and really liked her in that role) and I still loved the book. I have since started watching "The Guild" and think it's hilarious, but you don't need to be a "super fan" or a gamer to enjoy this memoir. She had me laughing out loud A LOT (especially in the beginning) but she also has some sage advice and an interesting story to tell. If you are familiar with her from any of her work and liked her in it, you could very well enjoy this book. It was a highly entertaining way to spend several hours.

Loved it! This is the book about the weird home-schooled girl. It is a memoir of sorts describing phases in her life. I normally don't read autobiographies, but this one was intriguing. The book is inspiring and motivational, humorous and quirky. I discovered who the author was years ago when I discovered The Guild, a web series about World of Warcraft, an MMORPG (look it up) that I played. She was using the internet when the internet was new and primitive. Besides being a pioneer in web series, writing, producing and directing, and acting in The Guild, the author has also acted in several science fiction / fantasy shows I enjoy (e.g. Supernatural, Dr. Horribles Sing Along Blog).

I would recommend the audio version as the author reads her own, providing the inflections and emphasis on the weird and strange as she saw it. Keep up the excellent work, Felicia!

I was talking to my mom and said, "So I'm reading a nonfiction book." Pause while she just looks at me then add, "And it's NOT for work." Mom: "Woah." I don't read non-fiction unless it's for spiritual or work reasons. Even then it's a pretty sketchy deal whether I'll finish the thing or not... So the fact that I absorbed this in two days is significant. The author's work is known to me, and I knew I liked her style of speaking in interviews, so as soon as I read a paragraph - which is enough to know that style carries over into her writer's voice - I was on board. She's entertaining and anecdotal (I love anecdotes; they're like magical secrets in tiny bite sized random form that get unintentionally dropped into your ear.), and cares. A lot. I keep using the pronoun she because I feel like it's disrespectful to call her Felicia, but using Ms. Day contradicts the fact that after reading this book I feel like we are friends and we're going to go eat frozen yogurt together soon.

So I liked it, and this sort of book is not My Thing at all, so you should go read it too to find out what I'm talking about.

Felicia Day went out on a limb to expose her own doubts and insecurities with this book. She showed that hard work, along with some brilliance (she is quite amazing) can help you achieve anything. The book is well written, funny, and touching. If this read doesn't encourage you to get off your butt and at least try that idea you've had for so long...well, you may not be a geek.
I have only know about Felicia for a couple of years, but in that time I feel I have found a person that truly understands what it's like to be different and proud of it. Get the book. Who knows, it may change your life.

Samuel J. E. Trawick
Author of The Frostbourne Chronicles

I only really knew of Felicia from Supernatural but fell in love with Charlie immediately. I was not surprised to find however, that the more I learned about Felicia by listening to her book the more I loved her! From her abnormal childhood to adulthood struggles, she laid out a relatable story that left me wanting more! For anyone who knows even a little about her or loves video games, internet culture, and reading about bad-ass ladies, this is a must!

Don’t recognize the name Felicia Day? Don’t worry – you’re not alone. You might be familiar with her face from such Joss Whedon-helmed projects like Buffy the Vampire Slayer,Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, or Dollhouse. Or maybe you remember her red hair in seasons seven,eight, and nine of Supernatural? Or somehow you’re really into MMORPG and watched The Guild??? (Didn’t think so.) If Day’s name or face doesn’t ring any bells, it’s safe to assume you probably won’t be into her debut, You’re Never Weird on the Internet (Almost), either. The book functions as a timeline of Day’s life, but feels less autobiographical and more like a play-by-play of her spectacularly odd adolescence, amounting to the origin story for the mythos that’s sprouted up around her. Is this because pop culture looks at Day as some kind of online creation and not as an actress who just happened to make it big by becoming Internet Famous™? Or maybe because it’s easy to get confused between real-life Day as Codex playing World of Warcraft and The Guild Day as… Codex... playing a fictional World of Warcraft??? I didn’t go into the book expecting much, but it was still kind of disappointing.

I found Felicia's memoir to be witty, refreshing and at times a bit sad. I was introduced to The Guild long after it had aired, and long after I left the gaming world. Felicia is my people, I just wish I had known she was when I was immersed in the gaming world. Her insight and uncanny ability of not taking no for answer is what was refreshing. I was saddened to read about her crippling anxiety and depression, and the facts around gamer gate. The book left me feeling proud about my weirdness and while not everyone gets it, at least I know I am not alone.

I've always been drawn to Felicia's quirkiness, but never really knew that much about her. After reading this book, I feel like I just had a marathon talk session with a new bestie and i'm left feeling like I truly know her. Her witty banter was very entertaining and the way she shared her downfalls was really refreshing. I love how basis of her book is encouraging females to be whatever they want to be, but also she shows herself as just a good HUMAN when she reinforces to everyone,regardless of gender to do what they love and embrace their own brand of crazy. I rarely am impressed by celebrities but after this, I just want to meet her and hug her. I feel like she's the kind of friend who cant necessarily relate to your problems from her own experiences but still leaves you feeling secure because she knows just what to say. That's basically what it feels like to read this book, and i'd recommend it to anyone

OH MY GOD THIS BOOK!!!!!Gjglerlgeslgetgj; lyjrkjvy riyv[y Felicia Day jfkskdfjfalwkjf Thank you for writing this book I have never read an autobiography I related to so very hard before. Felicia Day is essentially the voice in my head. This is not only an interesting life story but a very honest and open account of the creative process, mental illness, gaming addiction and "putting yourself out there". I cannot recommend this enough to everyone that I know especially anyone that is in the creative field or has found camaraderie online over niche interests.

I've been a huge fan of Felicia ever since The Guild. There are thankfully very few negative reviews here but the few that are...well they're laughable. All mad cuz a pretty girl is a nerd. There's no way that could be true! One goes as far as to say she is a made up persona. Wow. That's just straight envy right there.

As for this book. Its absolutely hilarious. I love awkward people who make something of themselves because they feel real. They have no idea how great they are. And that's why I love Felicia. Well also the fact shes super funny, very witty, nerdy and I'll admit. Super pretty. If somehow you read this Felicia. You. Are. Great. And my nerd world wouldn't be what it is today without you.

Felicia Day's book is awesome! I got to meet her at one of her book signings. She was so nice! I didn't even get a chance to compliment her because she was so nice and so normal, I forgot that she was a famous person.

Anyway, later that day I started reading her book. I did not know anything about her personal life prior to reading her book, so it was all new information for me. She had a very different childhood from most, and it was interesting to read about how she got started in acting, how she produced her own TV show, and her gaming addiction (I can relate as I am addicted to an MMORPG. While I was watching The Guild, I actually encouraged everyone in my "clan" to watch the show as well.)!

I first saw her on Buffy on the Vampire slayer in 2003. She was one of several potential slayers in Season 7. I actually had a poster of that group on my wall... more than a decade ago. Long before I even knew Felicia Day's name! I was a little disappointed that she didn't really talk about her experience working on Buffy. :( But I recently watched every episode of The Guild, so I loved that there was a lot of content in the book on that! I have also seen her in Dr. Horrible's and Eureka.

This book will definitely keep you reading and once you are done, you will wish that she had other books out there for you to read! :)

I fall into the group of people that had never heard of Felicia before reading this book. My cousin suggested it because I enjoy biographies. I don't like to read book blurbs. I dove into the audio book on a road trip. I enjoyed hearing about her quirky childhood. I do have 2 points of feedback. I believe it's possible that her references to Harry Potter and the show Felicity aren't accurate to her timeline. My favorite part was her frank discussion of her anxiety and depression, very relatable and inspiring. For the record I am a non-gamer, with the exception of some mario, galaga, and tetris. PS: Felicia, if you read this don't hold my concerns about the pop culture references against my brother. Turns out he's a fan (and claims to have gamed with you back in WOW days - I'm sure they all do, LOL). It was actually nice to have something to talk to him about, thanks for that.

First, I highly recommend listening to this on audio if you can. Felicia does a great job of reading her own material (of course) and I think it added an extra special something to the experience. I borrowed the audio and ebook from my library. I wasn't able to access the PDF that comes with the audiobook from my library ebook app so I looked at the photos in the ebook format instead, but it's great that the audio does come with a PDF of the pictures included in the print book. Second, you don't have to be a huge Felicia Day fan (or a gamer) to enjoy this book. Before this, I had only known her from her time on the TV show "Eureka" (and really liked her in that role) and I still loved the book. I have since started watching "The Guild" and think it's hilarious, but you don't need to be a "super fan" or a gamer to enjoy this memoir. She had me laughing out loud A LOT (especially in the beginning) but she also has some sage advice and an interesting story to tell. If you are familiar with her from any of her work and liked her in it, you could very well enjoy this book. It was a highly entertaining way to spend several hours.

Loved it! This is the book about the weird home-schooled girl. It is a memoir of sorts describing phases in her life. I normally don't read autobiographies, but this one was intriguing. The book is inspiring and motivational, humorous and quirky. I discovered who the author was years ago when I discovered The Guild, a web series about World of Warcraft, an MMORPG (look it up) that I played. She was using the internet when the internet was new and primitive. Besides being a pioneer in web series, writing, producing and directing, and acting in The Guild, the author has also acted in several science fiction / fantasy shows I enjoy (e.g. Supernatural, Dr. Horribles Sing Along Blog).

I would recommend the audio version as the author reads her own, providing the inflections and emphasis on the weird and strange as she saw it. Keep up the excellent work, Felicia!

I was talking to my mom and said, "So I'm reading a nonfiction book." Pause while she just looks at me then add, "And it's NOT for work." Mom: "Woah." I don't read non-fiction unless it's for spiritual or work reasons. Even then it's a pretty sketchy deal whether I'll finish the thing or not... So the fact that I absorbed this in two days is significant. The author's work is known to me, and I knew I liked her style of speaking in interviews, so as soon as I read a paragraph - which is enough to know that style carries over into her writer's voice - I was on board. She's entertaining and anecdotal (I love anecdotes; they're like magical secrets in tiny bite sized random form that get unintentionally dropped into your ear.), and cares. A lot. I keep using the pronoun she because I feel like it's disrespectful to call her Felicia, but using Ms. Day contradicts the fact that after reading this book I feel like we are friends and we're going to go eat frozen yogurt together soon.

So I liked it, and this sort of book is not My Thing at all, so you should go read it too to find out what I'm talking about.

Felicia Day went out on a limb to expose her own doubts and insecurities with this book. She showed that hard work, along with some brilliance (she is quite amazing) can help you achieve anything. The book is well written, funny, and touching. If this read doesn't encourage you to get off your butt and at least try that idea you've had for so long...well, you may not be a geek.
I have only know about Felicia for a couple of years, but in that time I feel I have found a person that truly understands what it's like to be different and proud of it. Get the book. Who knows, it may change your life.

Samuel J. E. Trawick
Author of The Frostbourne Chronicles

I only really knew of Felicia from Supernatural but fell in love with Charlie immediately. I was not surprised to find however, that the more I learned about Felicia by listening to her book the more I loved her! From her abnormal childhood to adulthood struggles, she laid out a relatable story that left me wanting more! For anyone who knows even a little about her or loves video games, internet culture, and reading about bad-ass ladies, this is a must!

Don’t recognize the name Felicia Day? Don’t worry – you’re not alone. You might be familiar with her face from such Joss Whedon-helmed projects like Buffy the Vampire Slayer,Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, or Dollhouse. Or maybe you remember her red hair in seasons seven,eight, and nine of Supernatural? Or somehow you’re really into MMORPG and watched The Guild??? (Didn’t think so.) If Day’s name or face doesn’t ring any bells, it’s safe to assume you probably won’t be into her debut, You’re Never Weird on the Internet (Almost), either. The book functions as a timeline of Day’s life, but feels less autobiographical and more like a play-by-play of her spectacularly odd adolescence, amounting to the origin story for the mythos that’s sprouted up around her. Is this because pop culture looks at Day as some kind of online creation and not as an actress who just happened to make it big by becoming Internet Famous™? Or maybe because it’s easy to get confused between real-life Day as Codex playing World of Warcraft and The Guild Day as… Codex... playing a fictional World of Warcraft??? I didn’t go into the book expecting much, but it was still kind of disappointing.

Felicia Day tells you the hard truth about being a 4.0 student in Hollywood. It's a struggle between finding out who you are while finding the job you want to do. Fortunately for her, she knew what she wanted to do. It was the getting there that she didn't know. The Internet has opened up opportunities for those with social media skills to thrive. And good for those people to be alive today and not a century or more earlier when there wasn't a market for it.

This book was an excellent look into Day's life and the story of the Guild's creation and subsistence. It gives a salient and personal insight into her struggles and the obstacles which had to be surmounted throughout the journey as well as her own mental difficulties and the impact those had on her success(es). Felicia Day is an excellent writer of comedy and blends this smoothly into the more serious tone of the book overall. The final two chapters do create a very abrupt ending to the otherwise cohesive narrative, but it leaves one with the sense that Ms. Day hopes to follow up this book with another down the road. Bring it on, I say!

My wife and I listened to the audio book in one day. (In all fairness we were driving all day as well.) It is a wonderful account of the development of the internet and the affect it had on all things geek/nerd/gaming. Then there is Felicia's story. You will laugh, cry, be angry, and sometimes all of them at once. Felicia does not hold anything back sharing her journey of the good, the bad, and the ugly with the reader. My wife and I are a long time fans of Felicia and her work. I was not aware of many of the down moments in Felicia's life. Having read the book I now want to give Felicia a hug and let her know that I appreciate her. I also respect even more all that she has accomplished. And while I may not get the opportunity to give her that hug I will be buying the print copy of the book and continuing to support not only her work but also her as a wonderful person.

Actually, there are 3.5 stars. Interesting for the story of stubbornness and deceit, of falling down and waking back again, the struggle behind The Guild series and the game addiction. I was expecting maybe more about the #Gamergate controversy, covered in only one chapter at the end of the memoir. The writing is hilarious and smart.

I was very much surprised by this. Not only is it a well written (and narrated) autobiography, the actual content is awesome. Felicia Day is a fascinating woman. I highly recommend this, especially the audio-book. I particularly loved the in-depth look into the occasionally not-so-glamorous aspects of being a celebrity/actor in the unique fan base that is geekdom.

I enjoyed everything about this book. The writing style was casual and fun and Day’s experiences and anecdotes were relatable. I appreciate her vulnerability and candor, and the way she wrote through serious subject matter with humor and wit. I’m a fan, this book just made me love her more.

I know Felicia through Supernatural, she had an interesting character, so that intrigued me enough to read this book. I found it fun, silly, and somewhat educational into how to be successful in show business. She comes across as down to earth and quirky, in an endearing way. The book had a simple structure, it could have provided some more interesting elements. I would've liked to hear more about her experiences on Buffy & Supernatural, behind the scenes stuff. It's sort of autobiographical, although it leaves a lot of mystery, nothing major or revelatory is uncovered.

I dove into this book already being a fan of Felicia Day. I was pleasantly surprised by the humble realness portrayed in her memoir. I gave this book five stars because it reading every page felt like a beautifully awkward conversation with a new best friend. Anyone that has experienced self doubt or felt as though they were living life from the outside looking in might find a friend in this book.

This book is amazing. It's fearless, uncensored truth. Felicia strips her soul bare and puts a true shine on anxiety and depression and what it can do to you. She's funny, brilliant, amazing, and most of all, human. I enjoyed every last work.

Like the author herself, this tome is witty, funny, entertaining and, dare I say it, "quirky" in the best possible definition of that word. As the father of 3 daughters in their 20s, as an off again on again gamer and as a fan of both the Guild and Dr. Horrible, the book is extremely inspirational and an uplifting, not to mention cautionary, tale about success, courage, failure, the over-pursuit of perfection and the attainment of contentment, if not actual bliss. The author is one very talented hot mess but, I suspect, that is what makes her so endearing and easy to relate to. Enjoy!

This book is fantastic. I never heard of Felicia before I listened to her audio book and what a treat it was. It's funny and I couldn't get enough of it. I plan on watching the Gild on youtube someday. When it was over I was bummed because I wanted more of her awkward stories of her youth or her college days! Get this book and you won't be disappointed.

I only vaguely knew who Felicia Day was when I picked this book up. I'm a 45 year old man, and as I've learned, not her target demographic. Yet I was utterly entranced. This book is hilarious, honest, lovely, and simply an all around great read. It also has important insights about gender, anxiety, the Internet, and living an authentic life. I can't recommend this book highly enough.

I read this while listening to the audiobook narrated by the author. I recommend doing this by the way. I laughed out loud many times and woke my husband up while wearing headphones when he thought I was also sleeping. Good times.

I'll start this by saying I'm not much of a gamer, I still miss my Commodore 64 days, but my husband is and through him I have discovered Felicia Day first through The Guild and then by watching Co Optitude and The Flog. I pre ordered the book assuming it would be an interesting read and would hold a few memories as someone growing up in the 80's and 90's with early computer access (though I am australian so the internet boomed a little later here). I was pleasantly surprised when I read it yesterday that Felicia really does advocate being who you are no matter what, embracing your weird and finding your place. As someone who flatly refused to fit in as a child much to the horror of friends over the years I have often wondered how to help my nieces navigate the slippery path of following your passion no matter what it is, now I will just give them copies of this book as Felicia is obviously a better writer than I and much more of an inspiration. I especially like that she also mentions that sometimes you may have to take a job that pays if you cant make money from your passion which is all too often glossed over. Anyway personally I was also inspired to keep learning to program and possibly blog about the experience just for myself. Buy this book if you ever felt life would be easier if you could just learn to fake fitting in or if you ever felt you weren't good enough or didn't deserve something in life. Sure very few of us will reach Felicia's level of success but that's ok the important thing is you try for you

Felicia Day is that quirky actress that you loved in Buffy, Eureka, and Supernatural. She makes you proud of all those years you were a intelligent female while enduring the nickname nerd (which you now wear as a badge of honor). This book is for anyone who ever felt like they didn't fit in at some point in their life, and let's be honest that is anyone who is human. This book is like Felicia Day... quirky, funny, sweet, honest, brave, and beautiful (because she is, as are all women to someone).

After listening to this book, you feel like you can be on a first name basis with Felicia because she is now your friend. She makes all her fans feel like they are her friends because after listening you realize she has a pure heart and tries to find the best in people even if she has every right to be jaded. She started life humbly and has found her niche in the world and as a parent isn't that what we all want for our kids? For them to feel like they belong and are loved.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who feels like they are a social misfit, nerds, geeks, overachievers, underachievers, parents who want to understand their kids, anyone who has struggled with depression (even if it is due to another medical condition), and anyone else who wants to laugh or understand the gaming world a little better. It is an insightful look at how one person with determination can make a difference.

This book is performed by the author, whose natural speaking voice is very pleasant, and has good cadence, so it is immediately easy to disolve into the narrative. An almost entirely linear journey with no more than a half dozen "flashbacks" that help to complete the story.

I found this memoir to be very interesting and entertaining. I am not a gamer, and I'm not that much of an Internet video watcher, but I had been impressed by Ms. Day when I had seen her on a few "geeky" shows on TV. Now that I've listened to the book, I am going to insist that both of my teenagers listen to it, because it will do them good. One is a huge gamer, the other is a female - both will get A LOT out of the book. It will make them think, and that's never a bad thing.

Without trying to be an affirmation book, it becomes one anyway. But it is never, in any way, "new agey" or false. I would love for both of my kids to try and hard, and be as true to themselves as is Felicia Day.

The forward by Joss Whedon is spectacular - written and performed by the man himself. I nearly hyperventilated...

I feel like this book should be included in middle school/high school Recommended Reading Lists. But never on a REQUIRED reading list - that would defeat the purpose of this book!

This is definitely one of my favorite books I've ever read! Felicia makes it really cool to be yourself and not care what others think. She is definitely one of the coolest people ever! I was a fan before and I am for sure a fan for life.

I already love Felicia Day and loved he more after reading her book! Its a fun read amd is even better if you listen to the audio book while reading because there is something about hearing her voice that makes it so much better!

If you've ever felt a little odd and out-of-place, this memoir is a perfect way to feel more at ease with your oddities. Felicia Day is an actress, a writer a producer, a gamer, and a creator. But above all else, she's a shy, quirky, imaginative person who has lived a life outside the boundaries of normalcy. And in this heartfelt, comedic, and passionate memoir, she explains to the world why this is a good thing.

From Felicia's home-schooled youth as a young violin prodigy, to her academically impressive but socially awkward college years, to her struggles and triumphs as an actress, she shares her journey with a quick-wit, a frank honesty, and a self-deprecating charm. The book covers her rise as a content creator, and the subsequent anxiety and depression that went hand-in-hand with success. And the poignancy and wistfulness of those chapters seep off the page.

She writes in such a friendly, conversational tone that you feel like you're having a heart-to-heart with a dear friend. So in the many funny moments, you laugh out loud with her. And when she talks about the hardships and insecurities she's faced, you can't help but feel a deep swell of empathy. She deftly weaves complimentary and contrasting tones into her writing: comedy tempered with thoughtfulness, triumph contrasted with sadness, oddness linked with pride and self-acceptance.

Through it all, she uses her journey to impart a lovely lesson. That being weird is a wonderful gift, if you embrace your uniqueness. Upon finishing her book, so many readers will have taken that message to heart. Myself included. A deeply felt, brilliantly written, and thematically potent piece of writing. Highly recommended.

Ms. Day writes in a very enjoyable easy (to read) voice. I found this very entertaining and a fun read.
We've liked much of Ms. Days' work (Dr. Horrible, The Guild, Eureka) and to get some insight into how she came to be involved with these projects.
Also very interested in her WOW (World of Warcraft) experiences.
Pick it up!

I got this book because I am already a bit of a fan after seeing the guild. And I especially got it when I saw it would be read by the author. It was better than I thought.
The narration performance was great.
The content of the book: I got to find out more about the life of Felicia Day, while so of you might not care about that, the reason to read (or listen) to this book is to see how none of it came easy. I really think too many people show up at work every day expecting to get paid for very little. Here you see how a person (while definitely above average) struggled to make it through and become great one step at a time.

It was also great to see the history of gaming and internet use unfold throughout the story. I watched this happen myself and had my own experiences -- very cool to see similar experiences from someone else's point of view.

I also enjoyed reading about the game addiction -- I was sad that it overtook so much of her life and that still today many people state how she is a girl and therefore couldn't be a gamer -- I have sisters (they all game); But the passion behind the gaming and the way the games were described -- cool hearing from that perspective.

Above all other reasons to read this book, is that it shows how everyone that want's to make themselves better can -- using the steps that Felicia took or other ones.

I look forward to more fantastic things from Felicia.

The world is a better place because Felicia Day has been in it and created a place for self-made media.

Her book is inspiring and highly consumable. She makes herself so vulnerable, I find it so hard to believe that she isn't filled with confidence.

This book is Funny, Accessible, Clever, Rewarding, Inspiring, and Relatable.

I feel like I should go create something and show it to the world.

If you are a fan of Felicia Day you are already familiar with her enthusiastic take on life. While you are reading this you can "hear" her tell you the stories of her life. Really strong voice. Really funny stuff. A lot of times after you read a celebrity bio you wonder why you ever liked that person in the first place, this is the opposite, you wonder how it's possible you like her even more. Very fun, very quick read.

Felicia Day does it again. This heartwarming story tells of an unlikely couple brought together by their love of God, Church, and card tricks. One young devout Christian magician who is struggling with his faith and being allured by the flashier magic tricks of the devil, meets Linda an older devout Christian who owns a sloth. It changed my life and really inspired me to stand up for my faith and what I believe in and now I'm a professional circus ringmaster.

I only vaguely knew who Felicia Day was when I picked this book up. I'm a 45 year old man, and as I've learned, not her target demographic. Yet I was utterly entranced. This book is hilarious, honest, lovely, and simply an all around great read. It also has important insights about gender, anxiety, the Internet, and living an authentic life. I can't recommend this book highly enough.

I read this while listening to the audiobook narrated by the author. I recommend doing this by the way. I laughed out loud many times and woke my husband up while wearing headphones when he thought I was also sleeping. Good times.

I'll start this by saying I'm not much of a gamer, I still miss my Commodore 64 days, but my husband is and through him I have discovered Felicia Day first through The Guild and then by watching Co Optitude and The Flog. I pre ordered the book assuming it would be an interesting read and would hold a few memories as someone growing up in the 80's and 90's with early computer access (though I am australian so the internet boomed a little later here). I was pleasantly surprised when I read it yesterday that Felicia really does advocate being who you are no matter what, embracing your weird and finding your place. As someone who flatly refused to fit in as a child much to the horror of friends over the years I have often wondered how to help my nieces navigate the slippery path of following your passion no matter what it is, now I will just give them copies of this book as Felicia is obviously a better writer than I and much more of an inspiration. I especially like that she also mentions that sometimes you may have to take a job that pays if you cant make money from your passion which is all too often glossed over. Anyway personally I was also inspired to keep learning to program and possibly blog about the experience just for myself. Buy this book if you ever felt life would be easier if you could just learn to fake fitting in or if you ever felt you weren't good enough or didn't deserve something in life. Sure very few of us will reach Felicia's level of success but that's ok the important thing is you try for you

Felicia Day is that quirky actress that you loved in Buffy, Eureka, and Supernatural. She makes you proud of all those years you were a intelligent female while enduring the nickname nerd (which you now wear as a badge of honor). This book is for anyone who ever felt like they didn't fit in at some point in their life, and let's be honest that is anyone who is human. This book is like Felicia Day... quirky, funny, sweet, honest, brave, and beautiful (because she is, as are all women to someone).

After listening to this book, you feel like you can be on a first name basis with Felicia because she is now your friend. She makes all her fans feel like they are her friends because after listening you realize she has a pure heart and tries to find the best in people even if she has every right to be jaded. She started life humbly and has found her niche in the world and as a parent isn't that what we all want for our kids? For them to feel like they belong and are loved.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who feels like they are a social misfit, nerds, geeks, overachievers, underachievers, parents who want to understand their kids, anyone who has struggled with depression (even if it is due to another medical condition), and anyone else who wants to laugh or understand the gaming world a little better. It is an insightful look at how one person with determination can make a difference.

This book is performed by the author, whose natural speaking voice is very pleasant, and has good cadence, so it is immediately easy to disolve into the narrative. An almost entirely linear journey with no more than a half dozen "flashbacks" that help to complete the story.

I found this memoir to be very interesting and entertaining. I am not a gamer, and I'm not that much of an Internet video watcher, but I had been impressed by Ms. Day when I had seen her on a few "geeky" shows on TV. Now that I've listened to the book, I am going to insist that both of my teenagers listen to it, because it will do them good. One is a huge gamer, the other is a female - both will get A LOT out of the book. It will make them think, and that's never a bad thing.

Without trying to be an affirmation book, it becomes one anyway. But it is never, in any way, "new agey" or false. I would love for both of my kids to try and hard, and be as true to themselves as is Felicia Day.

The forward by Joss Whedon is spectacular - written and performed by the man himself. I nearly hyperventilated...

I feel like this book should be included in middle school/high school Recommended Reading Lists. But never on a REQUIRED reading list - that would defeat the purpose of this book!

This is definitely one of my favorite books I've ever read! Felicia makes it really cool to be yourself and not care what others think. She is definitely one of the coolest people ever! I was a fan before and I am for sure a fan for life.

I already love Felicia Day and loved he more after reading her book! Its a fun read amd is even better if you listen to the audio book while reading because there is something about hearing her voice that makes it so much better!

If you've ever felt a little odd and out-of-place, this memoir is a perfect way to feel more at ease with your oddities. Felicia Day is an actress, a writer a producer, a gamer, and a creator. But above all else, she's a shy, quirky, imaginative person who has lived a life outside the boundaries of normalcy. And in this heartfelt, comedic, and passionate memoir, she explains to the world why this is a good thing.

From Felicia's home-schooled youth as a young violin prodigy, to her academically impressive but socially awkward college years, to her struggles and triumphs as an actress, she shares her journey with a quick-wit, a frank honesty, and a self-deprecating charm. The book covers her rise as a content creator, and the subsequent anxiety and depression that went hand-in-hand with success. And the poignancy and wistfulness of those chapters seep off the page.

She writes in such a friendly, conversational tone that you feel like you're having a heart-to-heart with a dear friend. So in the many funny moments, you laugh out loud with her. And when she talks about the hardships and insecurities she's faced, you can't help but feel a deep swell of empathy. She deftly weaves complimentary and contrasting tones into her writing: comedy tempered with thoughtfulness, triumph contrasted with sadness, oddness linked with pride and self-acceptance.

Through it all, she uses her journey to impart a lovely lesson. That being weird is a wonderful gift, if you embrace your uniqueness. Upon finishing her book, so many readers will have taken that message to heart. Myself included. A deeply felt, brilliantly written, and thematically potent piece of writing. Highly recommended.

Ms. Day writes in a very enjoyable easy (to read) voice. I found this very entertaining and a fun read.
We've liked much of Ms. Days' work (Dr. Horrible, The Guild, Eureka) and to get some insight into how she came to be involved with these projects.
Also very interested in her WOW (World of Warcraft) experiences.
Pick it up!

I got this book because I am already a bit of a fan after seeing the guild. And I especially got it when I saw it would be read by the author. It was better than I thought.
The narration performance was great.
The content of the book: I got to find out more about the life of Felicia Day, while so of you might not care about that, the reason to read (or listen) to this book is to see how none of it came easy. I really think too many people show up at work every day expecting to get paid for very little. Here you see how a person (while definitely above average) struggled to make it through and become great one step at a time.

It was also great to see the history of gaming and internet use unfold throughout the story. I watched this happen myself and had my own experiences -- very cool to see similar experiences from someone else's point of view.

I also enjoyed reading about the game addiction -- I was sad that it overtook so much of her life and that still today many people state how she is a girl and therefore couldn't be a gamer -- I have sisters (they all game); But the passion behind the gaming and the way the games were described -- cool hearing from that perspective.

Above all other reasons to read this book, is that it shows how everyone that want's to make themselves better can -- using the steps that Felicia took or other ones.

I look forward to more fantastic things from Felicia.

The world is a better place because Felicia Day has been in it and created a place for self-made media.

Her book is inspiring and highly consumable. She makes herself so vulnerable, I find it so hard to believe that she isn't filled with confidence.

This book is Funny, Accessible, Clever, Rewarding, Inspiring, and Relatable.

I feel like I should go create something and show it to the world.

If you are a fan of Felicia Day you are already familiar with her enthusiastic take on life. While you are reading this you can "hear" her tell you the stories of her life. Really strong voice. Really funny stuff. A lot of times after you read a celebrity bio you wonder why you ever liked that person in the first place, this is the opposite, you wonder how it's possible you like her even more. Very fun, very quick read.

Felicia Day does it again. This heartwarming story tells of an unlikely couple brought together by their love of God, Church, and card tricks. One young devout Christian magician who is struggling with his faith and being allured by the flashier magic tricks of the devil, meets Linda an older devout Christian who owns a sloth. It changed my life and really inspired me to stand up for my faith and what I believe in and now I'm a professional circus ringmaster.

I got to meet Felicia in person at a book signing in Portland. She is really nice, and she encouraged me to pursue my dream of becoming a scientist. Her book is very funny, and her life story is quite interesting.

I never read books, the last book I read for leisure was the Harry Potter series at its time. I absolutely loved this book. Filled with interesting stories, you feel like Felicia is telling you her life story.

You rock Day. Add writing onto your long list of talents!