Chas Newkey-Burden

The compelling life story of the Grammy-winning soul singer Adele's soulful voice, catchy hits, and vulnerable personality have won her critical acclaim and huge popularity. She has topped the charts in 18 countries—but who is she? What is the truth of the tempestuous life that has so influenced her heartbreaking tracks? How did she overcome the challenges that threatened to derail her career? This compelling book traces her story from her childhood in London, where she began singing at the age of four. During her teenage years she wrote her own music and attended the BRIT school, alongside the likes of Leona Lewis. After posting demos on the MySpace website she earned a record deal and quickly captured hearts. Adele remains an unlikely icon. Her looks are unusual in a formulaic world of celebrity image, she suffers badly with pre-stage nerves, and she once canceled a crucial promotional trip to the U.S. because she felt too down to travel. This is a full, unflinching portrait of a genuine talent and inspiring, uncompromising woman—the curvy girl-next-door who conquered the world.

The Biography

Adele

This is the full story of Taylor Swift's stratospheric rise to fame. Everything dedicated Swift fans needs to know about the pop superstar who's taking over the world. A small-town girl with an incredible talent, and the strength to realize her dream, Taylor Swift has grown into an award-winning, chart-topping artist and worldwide star, as well as a strong and stylish woman. But how did she get there? And what lies in store for her in the future? From childhood dreams of a musical future in Pennsylvania, to determined and budding teen musician with a trademark she's stayed faithful to ever since: honest lyrics about real-life events; her fight to be taken seriously in the music industry, through to the rewards of success and the intense pressure of expectation, Taylor Swift: The Whole Story is a full account of Taylor's incredible journey, with everything you need to know about America's Sweetheart. This compelling book is packed full of fascinating details revealing the true Taylor - what drives, motivates and moves her, how she overcame the challenges that loomed on the road to fame and how authentic her wholesome image is, plus the truth about her relationships with Harry Styles, Jake Gyllanhaal and Conor Kennedy and who she's really talking about on her tracks. The full portrait of a girl who could so easily have faded into the background - but who blossomed in the spotlight into a grounded, graceful and inspiring young woman.

The Whole Story

Taylor Swift

The Wit and Wisdom of David Attenborough 

After years of rumours, Adele's long-awaited third album 25 was finally announced in late 2015, and with it came claims that she was to single-handedly 'save the music industry'. Such is the influence of Adele - a young mother from Tottenham with the most powerful voice in the world. Adele's breathtaking songs have seen her top the charts around the planet, collect millions of admirers and win dozens of top awards. But who is she? Her commendable desire to protect her family and friends from the harsh glare of the media's spotlight has meant that she has become one of the most private superstars on the planet. Adele: The Biography traces her story from a humble childhood in London through to the phenomenal success of her first two albums, 19 and 21 and the making of her most recent work, 25. Along the way, this unique book uncovers how her troubled private life influenced her heartbreaking tracks and how she gamely overcame a string of obstacles that threatened to derail her career. You will discover the fascinating truth behind all the highs and the lows experienced by this fun, formidable woman, whose songs have become national anthems for the heartbroken.In this fully updated edition of his internationally-bestselling biography, Chas Newkey-Burden reveals the woman behind the music.

The subject of intense media and public fascination, Paris Hilton is one of the most-discussed celebrities of her generation. From the teenage party girl who was "famous for being famous," she has blossomed into an actress, pop star, and successful businesswoman. Paris's story takes readers behind the scenes of the most exclusive fashions shows, premieres, and parties. This revealing portrait covers the strings of famous men she has dated, including Leonardo DiCaprio and Backstreet Boy Nick Carter. Her list of friends is just as star-studded, including Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan, and her The Simple Life costar Nicole Ritchie. Lifting the lid on the controversies that have plagued her life, the book tells for the first time the full story of the sex-tape saga and her 2007 imprisonment. Defying her critics, Paris emerged from jail with a fresh sense of perspective and renewed energy. Paris Hilton: Life on the Edge offers unique insight into her complex character and shows that jail was the making and not the breaking of her.

Life on the Edge : the Biography

Paris Hilton

INCLUDES EXCLUSIVE BONUS CHAPTER: The Wit and Wisdom of Taylor Swift The first 2 chapters from the full story of Taylor Swift’s stratospheric rise to fame; all any dedicated Swifty needs to know about the pop superstar who’s taking over the world.

Taylor Swift: The Whole Story FREE SAMPLER

The full story of Taylor Swift’s stratospheric rise to fame; all any dedicated Swifty needs to know about the pop superstar who’s taking over the world.

Taylor Swift: The Whole Story

Presents the life of the young adult fiction author, discussing her education, early marriage, her composition of the four "Twilight" novels, and the popularity of the books and films from the franchise.

Queen of Twilight : the Biography

Stephenie Meyer

Amy Winehouse's recent death has made the news the world over, and despite her much publicised battle with drink and drugs her passing has left the music world in a true state of shock. At just 27 years of age she sadly joins a list of greats who have died before their time, including Janis Joplin, Kurt Cobain and Jim Morrison. As fans gathered outside her Camden house to pay tribute to the singer her iconic music soared back to the top of the charts not only in the UK but in the USA and around the world. Never far from the headlines, stories about her tumultuous personal life, wild parties and controversial drug abuse regularly featured in the press. But 2011 was supposed to be her comeback year and she looked to be on her way when she appeared alongside her God daughter Dionne Bromfield at The Roundhouse. An award-winning singer, Amy Winehouse, had won a host of accolades including two prestigious Ivor Novellos, and an outstanding 5 Grammys in 2008. Blending different music styles including jazz, pop and soul Amy had an army of fans committed to her unique approach to life.

The Biography, 1983-2011

Amy Winehouse

The Biography 1983-2011

Traces the successful career and turbulent personal life of the critically acclaimed British singer.

The story of man's most devoted four-legged friend, "The Reduced History of Dogs" is a compilation of surreal news reports, hilarious correspondence, and even funnier cartoons.

The Story of Man's Best Friend in 101 Barking-mad Episodes

The Reduced History of Dogs

Following the renewed public and media fascination with nuclear threat since September 11, this Pocket Essential includes an introductory essay and an analysis of the effects of significant moments in nuclear history including Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the Cuban missile crisis, Chernobyl and Stae Wars, as well as reviews and analysis of nuclear war films and other instances of nuke paranoia in pop music, television, literature and fashion, plus interviews with Martin Amis and Karen Meager, and profiles of Oppenheimer, Thatcher and Regan, among others.

Nuclear Paranoia

With over 100 different players featured, this book chronicles the career histories of every Arsenal player who has ever stepped onto the Highbury or Emirates turfs in a Premiership match. From world-renowned stars to lesser-known servants, they are all here.

Premiership Player Profiles

Arsenal

Julie Burchill

"It is a great and glorious tradition the world over to vehemently state one thing and then do the exact opposite. Royals are doing it, reformed smokers are doing it, and politicians are virtually synonymous with it. Welcome to the heyday of hypocrisy. From the Everyday Hypocrites (cyclists, white hip-hop fans, reality television haters) to the truly pungent Stinking Hypocrites (chav-haters, green campaigners and anti-Americans), Julie Burchill and Chas Newkey-Burden pull no punches in their witty harangue of those who shamelessly say one thing and do another. Featuring the unmissable Hyppie Awards, the Hypocrite s Perfect Day Out and the positively toe-tapping Hypocrite s Top Ten Songs."

A Compendium of Modern Hypocrisy

Not in My Name

In Justin Bieber, Chas Newkey-Burden gets up close and personal with this multi-talented young idol, giving Justin's fans insights into his day-to-day world and the chance to see what really makes him tick. His gorgeous looks, incredible voice and sweet personality are driving 'Biebettes' wild, and his inspirational story is a must-have for his leg

The Unauthorised Biography

Justin Beiber

Fresh-faced and oh-so cute, Justin Bieber is a singing sensation who has rocked the music world to its foundations. Born on March 1, 1994, from Stratford Ontario, Justin's mum started posting videos on YouTube of her thirteen-year-old boy singing cover versions. Hits on the site started building almost immediately and it wasn't long before he had fans - of all ages, all over the world. When, in 2008, music-industry professional Scooter Braun became his manager, this young star was on his way. His debut single 'One Time' was released in 2009 and went into the top 30 in ten countries around the world, and his album My World 2.0 caused a sensation. Talented and gorgeous, Justin Bieber's inspirational story is a must for all his fans to enjoy.

Justin Bieber

This light-hearted yet informative gift book explores the unwritten rules of everyday running. It is essential reading for anyone who marvels at marathons, sprints round the track, or simply plods round the park.

The Unwritten Rules of Everyday Running BEST BOOKS OF 2021: SPORT – WATERSTONES

The Runner's Code

When the world heard the news on 25 June 2009 that Michael Jackson had died, it was both a shocking end to a cruelly curtailed and extraordinary life, and a not unexpected finale to a story that had been shot through with tragedy and darkness since its beginning. From his early success in the Jackson 5 as a young boy to becoming the self-styled King of Pop , Jackson lived his whole life in the limelight. Yet he once described himself as one of the loneliest people in the world and his personal life was a constant source of controversy, culminating in his very public fall from grace with his trial for sexual abuse and astonishing debts of $300 million. Millions of fans were looking forward to the 50 planned comeback concerts which were to be the triumphant happy ending to his story, but he died just weeks before they were due to take place. In this fascinating and eye-opening biography, Chas Newkey-Burden separates the man from the myth, unflinchingly examining the more contentious areas of his life while also celebrating the undeniable achievements of this undisputed musical genius. Michael Jackson Legend will honour the memory of a man who gave so much joy to so many millions around the world.

1958-2009

Michael Jackson - Legend

The full story of Taylor Swift's stratospheric rise to fame; all any dedicated Swifty needs to know about the pop superstar who's taking over the world A small-town girl with incredible talent - and the strength and determination to realise her dream - Taylor Swift has gone from America's sweetheart to global megastar. But how did she get there? And how has she coped with the realities of fame? Fully updated in fascinating detail, Taylor Swift: The Whole Story explores Taylor's musical evolution and her status as a fearless businesswoman operating on her own terms. From early beginnings in Pennsylvania to the challenges on the road to success, from her relationships with Harry Styles, Joe Alwyn and Travis Kelce to her record-breaking Eras tour, this is the unmissable account of Taylor's journey to world domination.

Chas Newkey-Burden

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