There is never a dull moment in this stunning memoir of the life of a wannabe model/actress in New York in the late 1970's.Kelle James escapes her home of neglect, corporal punishment, and verbal abuse at the tender age of sixteen to seek a brighter future in the Big Apple.Her beauty is a blessing, as well as a curse as she navigates the strange city on her own until a colorful cast of characters joins her on her journey.Kelle writes with humor, humility, audacity, and heart. She's the heroine you laugh with, cry for, but can't help cheer for as she not only survives life in the big city, but ultimately conquers it with tenacity and grace.I read this book in one sitting. I attempted to put it down to prolong my enjoyment, but Kelle jumped off the page and into my heart.I highly recommend this book to any young person longing to fulfill their passion in a big city, as well as anyone who came of age in the 1970's who remembers the carefree, (and often cringe-worthy) era of disco, drugs, and unsafe sex."Smile For The Camera" was consistently compelling until the very last page.I only hope that Kelle James honors us with more of her engaging prose.