Olly Murs - The Biography
Title | Olly Murs - The Biography PDF eBook |
Author | Justin Lewis |
Publisher | Kings Road Publishing |
Pages | 162 |
Release | 2012-10-11 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 1782190856 |
Olly Murs may have finished in second place on television's The X Factor in 2009, but the heartthrob singer has since become one of British pop's winners. The cheeky chappie with the tight trousers and the porkpie hat has sold out concert tours, released bestselling albums and enjoyed a string of hits including 'Please Don't Let Me Go' and 'Heart Skips a Beat'. A regular in the charts and in the gossip columns, Olly is regarded by many as a possible successor to icons like Robbie Williams and Will Young. But not content with his triumphs as a singer, he has also become a TV fixture. After becoming the co-host of The Xtra Factor, he graduated to his own series, Olly: Life on Murs, in 2012. Olly Murs: The Biography follows his journey from suburbia to stardom and beyond. It explores how a seemingly ordinary and grounded Essex boy was determined to follow his dream - and was strong and shrewd enough to survive the heady world of entertainment. Along the way, we see how his promising first career as a semi-pro footballer was halted and we discover how he deals with the pros and cons of a celebrity lifestyle. This is a must-read for any music fan.
Benedict Cumberbatch - The Biography
Title | Benedict Cumberbatch - The Biography PDF eBook |
Author | Justin Lewis |
Publisher | Kings Road Publishing |
Pages | 234 |
Release | 2015-04-02 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 178418392X |
Benedict Cumberbatch has played detective and monster, barrister and scientist, politician and painter, comic and spy. Still only in his thirties, he has become one of Britain's foremost acting talents, excelling in theatre, television, radio and cinema. With a string of starring and supporting roles, he has portrayed contemporary icons, historical figures and fictional favourites, from Stephen Hawking, to William Pitt the Younger, to Frankenstein. He has become a radio comedy staple too, as the bungling airline pilot Captain Martin Crieff, in Radio 4's Cabin Pressure. But inevitably, he is still best known for his idiosyncratic and boldly 21st century incarnation of Sherlock Holmes in the BBC TV series, Sherlock.In this book, Justin Lewis traces Benedict Cumberbatch's career to date, from his early promise in Harrow School plays, through his first supporting roles in film, theatre and TV, to national and international acclaim. He examines his considerable contributions not only to Sherlock, but also to Sir Tom Stoppard's adaptation of Parade's End on television, and to feature films such as Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, Star Trek Into Darkness and War Horse.
Storm in a C Cup
Title | Storm in a C Cup PDF eBook |
Author | Caroline Flack |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Pages | 342 |
Release | 2015-10-22 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 1471154386 |
The frank and insightful memoir from much-missed television star Caroline Flack. Known for her throaty laugh, edgy humour and quick-fire wit, showcased on some of Britain’s most popular shows, Caroline Flack was the star of reality TV shows from The X Factor to Love Island, as well as a winner on Strictly. In Storm in a C Cup, Caroline reveals the laughter and pain behind the TV persona, from a sheltered Norfolk childhood shared with her twin sister, through her madcap student days, to the challenging career ladder, leading to eventual TV success – and its dark shadow, when intrusive media attention turned the dream into a nightmare. Caroline wears her heart on her sleeve, documenting her joys and heartbreaks with the humour, resilience and unflinching emotional honesty that made her one of television’s most popular celebrities.
Gary Barlow - The Biography
Title | Gary Barlow - The Biography PDF eBook |
Author | Justin Lewis |
Publisher | Kings Road Publishing |
Pages | 254 |
Release | 2014-11-06 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 1784182443 |
Great Britain's national treasure Gary Barlow, OBE has achieved unrivalled success with boyband Take That, as a solo artist and songwriter, and as a judge on The X Factor. However, the path of fame is rarely easy, and although Gary's journey has been full of inspiring highs, there have been distinct and crushing lows, too.In this fully updated biography, Justin Lewis offers a valuable insight into the life and loves of the singer-songwriter, including his time spent with his young family, his dedication to fundraising for charity and his recent endeavours in musical theatre. It is the definitive guide to one of the UK's most accomplished artists.50 MILLION RECORDS WORLDWIDE...23 TOP-TEN HITS......ONLY ONE GARY BARLOW.
On Record
Title | On Record PDF eBook |
Author | Olly Murs |
Publisher | Coronet |
Pages | 256 |
Release | 2015-12-01 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 9781473618107 |
Want to know what really goes on during an Olly Murs UK tour? Then get the lowdown in my new book, On The Road - the official, uncensored, up close and personal story of 2015's Never Been Better UK adventure. Packed with 200 exclusive pictures, this fly-on-the-wall release captures all the excitement and drama of a 27-gig trip around the country, including the jokes, arguments, heartbreaks and giggles, with some parties thrown in along the way. You could say it's an exclusive insight into all the hard work that goes into putting on a nationwide tour for the best fans in the world. That's not all, though. Keep your eyes peeled for several special guest appearances from the likes of Robbie Williams, Jonathan Ross and the comedians, Russell Brand and John Bishop. One or two Premier League footballers rock up in the story, and I fall victim to a few terrible practical jokes. If that's not enough, there's also the untold story of what really happened when I got the X Factor job. Planes, tourbuses and a helicopter ride or two: On The Road is the access-all-areas tale of my biggest ever headline tour. I promise it's going to give my fans a real insight into what my life's like really behind the scenes - grumps, giggles and all. Don't believe me? Just watch...
Happy Days
Title | Happy Days PDF eBook |
Author | Olly Murs |
Publisher | Hachette UK |
Pages | 284 |
Release | 2012-10-11 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 144476084X |
Olly Murs invites you behind the scenes in his official illustrated autobiography filled with hundreds of brand new and exclusive photos. 'My life has been a non-stop roller-coaster of extreme emotions, crazy days, unexpected highs and yet my life hasn't been without its low points too. I've tried to imagine myself sitting down with you explaining what I was thinking and feeling during those times. I hope this book will give you a behind-the-scenes view of my journey into a place where I finally found what had been missing in my life for all those years: music.' Endearingly written with disarming honesty and filled with exclusive new and unseen photographs on and offstage, Happy Days takes you closer to Olly than you've ever been before.
Love You Bye
Title | Love You Bye PDF eBook |
Author | Scott Mills |
Publisher | Sphere |
Pages | 146 |
Release | 2012-08-30 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 1405517328 |
The story of how a painfully shy boy from the suburbs of Southampton made it to the biggest radio station in the UK, and just about managed to stay there... Scott Mills is a daily companion to millions of listeners as the host of the afternoon show on Radio 1 - a station that has been his home for over 14 years. Whether regaling us with a typically embarrassing celebrity anecdote or trying to control a particularly chaotic round of 'Innuendo Bingo', his company is always brilliantly entertaining, thanks to his infectious enthusiasm and easygoing manner. But behind the microphone sits a man whose route to the top has been anything but straightforward. In this witty and endearingly honest autobiography, Scott describes his incredible career and the hurdles he's faced along the way. Aside from the sometimes humiliating - and frequently hilarious - jobs that are part and parcel of a local radio DJ's apprenticeship, he's had to deal with crippling anxiety attacks, alcohol and weight issues, and a great deal more over the years. But his desire to land his dream job has always prevailed, and he's now one of the nation's favourite radio and television broadcasters, travelling the world on both serious assignments and altogether more bizarre adventures. From washing cars on a garage forecourt off the A4 in the name of radio entertainment, to encounters with some of the world's biggest celebrities, Love You Bye provides Scott's legions of fans with a fascinating look at the man whose voice they know so well.