{"title":"Constance Wu","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to \u003cem\u003eConstance Wu\u003c\/em\u003e, a renowned author and actress, celebrated for her compelling performances on screen and her eloquent literary voice. In this category, you'll find insightful works that fall under Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, offering readers a deep dive into her personal and professional journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the highlights of this collection is the book \u003cstrong\u003eMaking a Scene\u003c\/strong\u003e. This memoir provides an intimate look at Constance Wu's life, sharing her experiences and the challenges she faced while rising to fame. With sincerity and wit, she navigates through her personal anecdotes and reflections, drawing readers into her world. It’s a testament to her resilience and creativity, capturing the complexities and triumphs that have shaped her as both a person and an artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a long-time fan or new to her work, this collection promises to deliver an enriching reading experience full of honesty, humour, and inspiration. Discover the stories behind the successful career of Constance Wu today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"making-a-scene-by-constance-wu-9781398516830","title":"Making a Scene","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFrom influential and iconic star Constance Wu, a powerful and poignant memoir-in-essays full of funny and intimate observations that will resonate with readers everywhere.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing up in the friendly suburbs of Richmond, Virginia, Constance Wu thought that girls were supposed to be reserved, graceful, and polite. Everyone around her praised ladylike behaviour while seeming to disapprove of the louder, rougher girls – the kind of girls who made scenes. While she spent most of her childhood suppressing her bold, emotional nature, Constance found an early outlet in local community theatre. The stage was the one place where big feelings were okay – were \u003ci\u003egood\u003c\/i\u003e, even.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs she continued to reconcile her personality with the expectations of daily life, acting became more than a hobby. It was her refuge, her touchstone, and eventually her vocation. She went to New York to study classical theatre and pursue an acting career while waiting tables, dating, despairing, and embracing city life. In 2015, she was cast in the ground-breaking TV sitcom \u003ci\u003eFresh Off the Boat\u003c\/i\u003e, a touching, funny story about an Asian American family in the ’90s. Another historic role followed when she starred in the smash hit film \u003ci\u003eCrazy Rich Asians\u003c\/i\u003e, which featured an entirely Asian cast. These two pivotal moments in Hollywood history opened up a new chapter for Constance, who continues to explore the complexities of Asian American representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough raw, hilarious, and relatable stories, Constance fearlessly shares her experiences of growing up in suburban Virginia, scraping by as a struggling actress, falling in love again and again, confronting her identity and influence, and navigating the pressures and pleasures of existing in today’s world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46627943776492,"sku":"9781398516830","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25622153482685.jpg?v=1751894464"},{"product_id":"making-a-scene-by-constance-wu-9781398516809","title":"Making a Scene","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFrom influential and iconic star Constance Wu, a powerful and poignant memoir-in-essays full of funny and intimate observations that will resonate with readers everywhere.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘Like her, the book is bold, emotional and unexpurgated; the story of an Asian American who always wanted to fit in, and ended up just wanting to be her true self.’ \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndependent\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘A startling insight into the reality of trials by social media and sexual exploitation in Hollywood… Most powerful is her #MeToo rallying cry, which will make your skin crawl and your blood boil.’ \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing up in the friendly suburbs of Richmond, Virginia, Constance Wu thought that girls were supposed to be reserved, graceful, and polite. Everyone around her praised ladylike behaviour while seeming to disapprove of the louder, rougher girls – the kind of girls who made scenes. And while she spent most of her childhood suppressing her bold, emotional nature, Constance found an early outlet in local community theatre. The stage was the one place where big feelings were okay – were \u003ci\u003egood,\u003c\/i\u003e even. As she continued to reconcile her personality with the expectations of daily life, acting became more than a hobby. It was her refuge, her touchstone, and eventually her vocation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShe went to New York to study classical theatre and pursue an acting career while waiting tables, dating, despairing, and embracing city life. In 2015, she was cast in the ground-breaking TV sitcom \u003ci\u003eFresh Off the Boat\u003c\/i\u003e, a touching, funny story about an Asian American family in the ’90s. 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