Best Selling Books by Chas Newkey-Burden

Biograaf Chas Newkey-Burden vertelt in Taylor Swift: Het hele verhaal alles wat elke Swiftie moet weten over de superster die de wereld verovert. Taylor Swift groeide van the girl next door uit tot America’s sweetheart en vervolgens tot wereldwijde megaster. Hoe lukte haar dat? En hoe gaat ze om met alle roem? Taylor Swift: Het hele verhaal vertelt hoe Taylor Swift haar eigen muzikale wereld schiep die haar wereldwijd miljoenen fans opleverde. Lees over haar vroege jeugd in Pennsylvania en de uitdagingen waarmee ze op haar weg naar succes werd geconfronteerd. Van haar relaties met Jake Gyllenhaal, Harry Styles, Joe Alwyn en Travis Kelce tot haar recordbrekende Eras Tour en haar benoeming tot TIME Person of the Year 2023: dit is het onmisbare verslag van Taylors reis naar wereldheerschappij. ''Volgens Time Magazine is 2023 het jaar dat Taylor Swift haar vak perfectioneerde. Niet alleen met haar muziek, maar ook in haar positie als ‘meesterverteller van de moderne tijd’. Time koos naar eigen zeggen voor iemand ‘die een bron van licht is’, in plaats van iemand die kwaad bloed zet bij grote groepen mensen.'' Het Parool

Wil je alles weten van je grote idool? Wist je dat hij dol is op snoep en taart? Dat hij bij zijn eerste afspraakje met een meisje een bord eten in zijn schoot kieperde? Dat hij stiekem bang is in het donker en een hekel heeft aan de lift? In 100% Justin leer je jouw Justin pas echt goed kennen!Justin Bieber werd geboren op 1 maart 1994 en kreeg zijn eerste voorproefje van wereldroem toen zijn moeder zelfgemaakte YouTube-filmpjes van zijn zangtalenten op internet zette. Ze werden een superhit en bezorgden Justin miljoenen trouwe fans. Dat trok de aandacht van een paar grote platenmaatschappijen, en nu draait Justin Bieber al een paar jaar mee aan de absolute top.

Correr: más barato que la terapia es una celebración del pasatiempo-ejercicio-actividad que siempre te hace sentir mejor. Aborda cada aspecto de la vida de los corredores consumados y de los principiantes, de todas las cosas ocultas y aquellas que los corredores amamos/odiamos de “patear el concreto”. No podrían faltar los datos curiosos, los maratones más raros y más maravillosos alrededor del mundo, los consejos fáciles de llevar a cabo y los testimonios de diversos corredores y de cómo salir a mover las piernas les cambió la vida. Este brillante libro será apreciado por los corredores, los triatletas y los aficionados que saben de la alegría que da aguantar un poco más cada vez. Pero también aquellos que ahora mismo no corren ni un metro: te vas a convencer de ponerte los tenis y comenzar a intentarlo.

Aikamme suurimman popartistin elämäkerta. Taylor Swift täyttää konserttisalit kaikkialla missä hän esiintyy. Mikä on hänen suosionsa salaisuus? Yhdysvaltalainen Taylor Swift on popmusiikin tämän hetken kuumin ilmiö. Kantrimuusikkona aloittanut Swift on tullut tunnetuksi tarinallisista sanoituksistaan, joissa hän käsittelee usein ihmissuhteitaan ja muuta elämäänsä. Uudistumiskykyisestä muusikosta on tullut henkilö, jonka tekemisiä seurataan kaikkialla maailmassa, ja hänen seuraansa haluavat niin kuninkaalliset kuin poliitikotkin. Swiftin Eras Tour -kiertue on rikkonut ennätyksiä ja myy loppuun illasta toiseen. Swift nousi pikkukaupungin tytöstä maailmanluokan tähdeksi ja voitti vuosina 2010–2024 huikeat 14 Grammya. Miten hän onnistui siinä? Miten hänestä kasvoi peloton bisnesnainen? Miten hän on pystynyt käsittelemään supersuosion tuomia paineita? Swiftin yksityiselämää on seurattu tiiviisti mediassa, ja esillä ovat olleet hänen seurustelusuhteensa mm. kitaristi John Mayerin, näyttelijä Jake Gyllenhaalin, muusikko Harry Stylesin ja amerikkalaisen jalkapalloilija Travis Kelcen kanssa. Chas Newkey-Burden (s. 1973) on englantilainen journalisti ja kirjailija. Hän on tullut tunnetuksi erityisesti julkisuuden henkilöiden elämäkerroista ja henkilökuvista. Newkey-Burden on kirjoittanut elämäkertateokset mm. Amy Winehousesta, Michael Jacksonista, Angelina Joliesta ja Brad Pittistä.

Meet the sheepish stars of the World Wide Web whose stories will make your toes curl. There is the story of the man who emailed a woman he met at a party, telling her, \"This is the part where I throw caution to the wind . . . Your smile is the freshest of my special memories,\" and then sat back in horror as his email was circulated round the world; or the government spin doctor who emailed colleagues on September 11, 2001 advising them that it was \"a good day to bury bad news\" after the World Trade Center had been attacked, but before the Twin Towers themselves collapsed; the ex-employee who thought he''d gotten revenge by wrecking his former company''s computer system with a bombardment of emails, but was discovered and ended up in court; the Pentagon officer who accidentally included a schoolgirl on an email list that discussed top-secret matters; and the marketing man who wrote an email mocking his employer and sent the message straight to his boss.

Issue d’une famille catholique dévouée et pratiquante, Taylor Alison Swift a rapidement démontré un talent hors de l’ordinaire – ainsi que la force et la détermination nécessaires pour réaliser son rêve. C’est ainsi que, moins de vingt ans après ses débuts en musique country, la chanteuse est passée du statut de jeune starlette américaine à celui de mégastar mondiale. Mais comment y est-elle arrivée ? Et comment parvient-elle à gérer sa prodigieuse célébrité ? Cette biographie, qui fait autorité parmi les nombreux écrits sur la richissime vedette, explore l’évolution artistique de Taylor et son statut de femme d’affaires audacieuse. Aujourd’hui, son passage dans une ville en affecte l’économie. Ses opinions politiques jouent un rôle déterminant dans les élections aux États-Unis et ailleurs. Sa seule présence à un événement d’envergure monopolise l’attention médiatique et alimente les discussions des innombrables fans qu’elle a subjugués par sa prestance et sa musique. De ses débuts modestes en Pennsylvanie jusqu’aux défis qu’elle a relevés sur le chemin du succès, en passant par ses relations avec Harry Styles, Joe Alwyn, Travis Kelce, et par sa lucrative tournée Eras Tour, voici le récit incontournable du parcours d’une idole, l’une des plus remarquables de notre siècle.

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Levensverhaal van de Britse zangeres Adele (1988-).

Bestseller #1 del New York Times La historia completa del estratosférico ascenso a la fama de Taylor Swift. Todo lo que necesitas saber sobre la superestrella del pop que está conquistando el mundo. Taylor Swift, una chica de un pequeño pueblo, un talento increíble y una fuerza descomunal para perseguir sus sueños, se ha convertido en la artista más grande de la década y una de las personas más famosas del mundo. Millones de personas la admiran y la ven como un modelo a seguir: una mujer fuerte y honesta que ha abierto a pulso su camino. Pero ¿cómo ha llegado hasta aquí? ¿Y qué le depara el futuro? Desde su infancia en en Pensilvania, soñando con un futuro en la música, hasta el ícono en que se ha convertido, abarcando su lucha por ser tomada en serio en la industria musical, las recompensas del éxito y la intensa presión de las expectativas, Taylor Swift: La historia completa es un relato del extraordinario viaje de Taylor que la ha llevado a romper todos los récords, manteniéndose siempre a fiel a sí misma y a su música. Este apasionante libro está repleto de detalles fascinantes que revelan a la verdadera Taylor: qué la impulsa, la motiva y la emociona, cómo superó los retos que la esperaban en su camino a la fama, qué tan auténtica es su imagen de persona íntegra y de quién habla realmente en sus canciones, además de la verdad sobre sus relaciones con Harry Styles, Jake Gyllanhaal, Conor Kennedy y Travis Kelce. Es el retrato completo, por primera vez en español, de una chica que fácilmente podría haberse desvanecido entre bambalinas, pero que floreció para convertirse en una mujer elegante, inspiradora y con los pies en la tierra. ----- #1 The New York Times Bestseller 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. Taylor Swift, a small-town girl, an incredible talent and a tremendous strength to pursue her dreams, has become the biggest artist of the decade and one of the most famous people in the world. Millions of people look up to her and see her as a role model: a strong, honest woman who has carved her own path. But how did she get here, and what does the future hold for her? From her childhood in Pennsylvania, dreaming of a future in music, to the icon she has become, covering her struggle to be taken seriously in the music industry, the rewards of success, and the intense pressure of expectations, Taylor Swift: The Complete Story is an account of Taylor''s extraordinary journey that has led her to break all records, while remaining true to herself and her music. This gripping book is packed with fascinating details that reveal the real Taylor: what drives, motivates and excites her, how she overcame the challenges that awaited her on her road to fame, how authentic she comes across as a person of integrity and who she really talks about in her songs, plus the truth about her relationships with Harry Styles, Jake Gyllanhaal, Conor Kennedy and Travis Kelce. For the first time in Spanish, this is the complete portrait of a girl who could have easily faded behind the scenes, but blossomed into a stylish, inspiring and down-to-earth woman.

Facts and stats, history, lists, quotes, quizzes and much more, to thrill die-hard Gooners The pages of the Arsenal Supporter''s Book are filled with a collection of facts and stats, match reports, biographies, histories, as well as fun and games in the shape of quizzes and puzzles, and thought and argument provoking dream teams and lists. All in all, this is the perfect gift for any Gooner. Arsenal Football Club''s list of achievements bear comparison with the very best in world soccer. Multiple championships, FA Cup and League Cup wins as well as two European trophies have made the club recognized throughout the world and, under the astute management of Arsene Wenger, millions of fans watch the team because of the beautiful style of soccer that they play. Win or lose, especially in their palatial home of the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal is now one of the most watchable teams on the planet.

Paris Hilton suscite un engouement médiatique sans précédent, c''est une des célébrités les plus connues au monde. Cet ouvrage nous révèle, au-delà de l''héritière fortunée et légère, une femme ambitieuse et déterminée. Comment cette jeune fille-a-t-elle fait de sa vie un tel succès ? En mettant la lumière sur les scandales qui ont émaillé sa vie, ce livre nous dévoile les différents liaisons amoureuses que Paris a vécues, la vérité sur l''enregistrement et la diffusion de sa vidéo porno et de son incarcération judiciaire suite aux multiples infractions au code de la route. Paris Hilton sort de prison en 2007 avec une énergie renouvelée et un nouveau sens des perspectives. L''adolescente fêtarde des soirées people est aujourd''hui une actrice, une star de la chanson et une femme d''affaires accomplie.

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The enchanting true story of Stephenie Meyer, the Queen of Twilight.

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 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.

Help! I''m Turning Into My Dad! is just what men need to face the world as middle-age looms over the horizon. Those DIY jobs really can wait until the weather gets better; the garden is a fine place to spend a summer Sunday afternoon; footballers are paid too much and there''s no point watching that rubbish until they start winning again; does it sound familiar? Let''s face it: you are turning into your Dad! You can fight it only in the same way that King Canute confronted the tide or Don Quixote tilted at windmills, bravely but in futility. This book assists you to make the transition from wide-eyed dreamer to wise old counsel. Illustrated with 50 wryly-observed cartoons and broken down into ten chapters, the carpet slippers brigade will find that Help! I''m Turning Into My Dad! is required reading. After all, who told you about the book in the first place? Your old dad, of course!

Dannii Minogue is one of the world''s most enduring stars. She first appeared on television in the 1970s and has since been a soap actress, a pop singer, a model and a television presenter. More recently she has found a new level of fame and admiration as a popular judge on the hit reality television show the X Factor. Hers has been a life lived in the glare of publicity--unrelenting, even when her marriage to an Australian actor collapsed in its second year. And for much of her career she has had to live in the shadow of sister Kylie who she nursed through a brave fight against cancer. Now Dannii is undoubtedly an established figure in her own right. Chas Newkey-Burden--who has written bestselling biographies of Simon Cowell and Amy Winehouse--paints a revealing portrait of a restlessly creative woman who tirelessly re-invents herself to be endlessly fascinating and attractive.

Beschrijving van het leven van de excentrieke Britse popzangeres.

From a humble background, growing up in an East London council flat, Sir Alan Sugar has become a business success story and television sensation, amassing a net worth of £830 million. Charlie Burden traces his rags-to-riches story from a childhood boiling beetroots for the local grocery store to his knighthood and seat at the table of power. His company Amstrad went public in 1980, setting him on the road to riches with a string of successful businesses. In the 1990s, Sir Alan became chairman of Tottenham Hotspur and he has also become famous for his generous nature, which has seen him support Great Ormond Street Hospital, the Jewish Care charity and he has played a key part in the resurrection of the Hackney Empire.

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Biografie van het Canadese popidool Justin Bieber, die met zijn filmpjes op YouTube uitgroeide tot een wereldster met liedjes als ''Baby'' en ''One more time''. Met kleurenfoto''s. Vanaf ca. 13 jaar.

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.

Every Arsenal fan will find something to cheer about in The Official Arsenal FC Annual 2006. It promises to be a monumental year even in the unlikely event of the trophy cabinet remaining bare. This is because the 2005-06 season will be the Gunners'' last at Highbury as the club waves goodbye to their home for 93 years. The move to Ashburton Grove is just one of the subjects covered, there are player profiles and interviews, reviews, reports, fun, games, puzzles, in fact all a true Gooner could ever want in 64 pages

Arsene Wenger will introduce the book and it will start with a review of the season divided up by competition: Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup and the Champions League. Then we take a look at Highbury History and the future of the club: How things are progressing at Ashburton Grove, site of the club''s stunning new stadium. There will be six ''Star Interviews'' with key players: stunningly skilful goal hero Thierry Henry, new boy Jose Antonio Reyes, football legend Dennis Bergkamp, young gun Ashley Cole, rock in defence Kolo Toure and the speedy Swede and fans'' favourite Freddy Ljungberg. The book features an Arsenal Quiz, crossword, comic strip, spot-the-ball, trivia section and much, much more. Featured throughout the book will be pen portraits of the first team squad and a ''goal counter'' - totting up the team''s goals as the season progresses

Every Arsenal fan will find something to cheer about in TheOfficial Arsenal FC Annual 2008. For Arsenal, 2007 promises to be yet another monumental year, with the move to Emirates Stadium completed, the Gunners going well in the Champions League, chasing down Manchester United and Chelsea in the Premiership and reaching the last four of the Carling Cup. In addition to events off the field with new signings and old friends departing, the 2007-08 season is certain be full of excitement and interest. In addition to a review of 2006-07, there are player profiles and interviews, reviews, reports, fun, games, puzzles, in fact all a Junior Gunner could ever want in 64 pages!