Selvbiografier

Superligaen af den internationale og danske rockbranche, tællende navne som Bob Dylan, Neil Young, The Who, Lou Reed, Black Sabbath, Metallica og D-A-D, har i 15 år nydt godt af Knud Damgaards kogekunst ved grillen bag Orange Scene under Roskilde Festival. Udover livet som frivillig i festivalkøkkenet fortæller Knud Damgaard ligeledes om et liv som musiker og rejsende repræsentant for det legendariske guitarfirma Fender, hvor han mødte markante personligheder som Roger Waters, Jack Bruce og The Who-bassisten John Entwistle. Kok´n´roll er fyldt med muntre, spektakulære og til tider nærmest besynderlige anekdoter om megastjerner, musik og mad.

Den sande fortælling om en lyshåret dreng og hans familie i Muammar Gaddafis Libyen og Hafiz al-Assads Syrien.2. oplag kommer i januar 2021

René Dahl Andersen tog fusen på true crime-Danmark i 2021 med sin bestseller HÆRDET. En hæsblæsende og hudløst ærlig fortælling om hans 15 år som narko- og undercoverbetjent i den kriminelle underverden. Og han har mere på hjerte.HELHJERTET er fuld af nye narkosager fra René Dahl Andersens ekstraordinære politikarriere. Flere skarpe operationer. Flere politiforretninger på kanten. Flere beslag mod bagmændene. Men det er også – og mest – en bog om den menneskelige side af sagen. Som betjent og agent var René Dahl Andersen drevet af politihjernen – at jagte stoffer og fjerne dem fra gaden. Men først og fremmest var han politimand med hjertet, drevet af nysgerrigheden efter at lære mennesket bag kriminaliteten at kende. For hvad er det, alle har til fælles – banditter og betjente, junkier og djøf'ere, ledere og ludere?I sin nye bog dykker René Dahl Andersen ned i politilivets dilemmaer. Han viser, at man skal turde være blød indeni, hvis man vil arbejde i det hårdeste miljø. At uperfekte løsninger kan give store resultater. Han deler bramfrit ud af sine erfaringer, også de dårlige. Og han hylder de hårdtarbejdende kolleger, der stadig balancerer i gråzonen. Bogen handler om, at det er mennesket, der bærer uniform – ikke omvendt. Om de helhjertede og de halvhjertede, de bøjede regler og de brudte – og om at man kan komme klogere og styrket videre, selvom man har begået sit livs dumhed og modtaget seks måneders ubetinget fængsel i Københavns Byret.

Hæsblæsende Hells Angels-historie fra et eksmedlem i bad standing.George Christie er den længst siddende præsident i Hells Angels’ historie. Han var rockerverdenens førende fredsmægler og nummer to i Hells Angels’ internationale hierarki, kun overgået af klubgrundlæggeren og veteranen over dem alle, Sonny Barger. Men i 2010 blev gammelt venskab til fjendskab. George Christie smed rygmærket, som han havde båret i mere end 40 år, og Hells Angels svarede igen. Status: out bad, no contact – forvist til den sorte liste af de tidligere brødre.I sin biografi fortæller George Christie om sit dramatiske liv som outlaw-biker i Amerika. Om kampene mod rivaliserende 1%-klubber, de indre magtkampe i Hells Angels og den evige kamp mod politiet. Og om hvordan man slipper ud af miljøet med både livet og æren i behold.Bogen er forsynet med en introduktion af Carsten Norton, journalist og forfatter til Engle dør aldrig om Hells Angels i Danmark.

The more I thought about it, the more I realised my career has been unusual. How did I manage to do everything wrong but still end up on the front cover of magazines, headlining world tours and achieving Top 5 albums? How did I attract such obsessive and fanatical fans, many of whom take everything I do or say very personally, which is simultaneously flattering but can also be tremendously frustrating? Even this I somehow cultivated without somehow meaning to. My accidental career.Limited Edition of One is unlike any other music book you will ever have read.Part the long-awaited memoir of Steven Wilson: whose celebrated band Porcupine Tree began as teenage fiction before unintentionally evolving into a reality that encompassed Grammy-nominated records and sold-out shows around the world, before he set out for an even more successful solo career.Part the story of a twenty-first century artist who achieved chart-topping mainstream success without ever becoming part of the mainstream. From Abba to Stockhausen, via a collection of conversations and thought pieces on the art of listening, the rules of collaboration, lists of lists, personal stories, professional adventurism (including food, film, TV, modern art), old school rock stardom, how to negotiate an obsessive fanbase and survive on social media, and dream-fever storytelling.

The first and only official autobiography by the much-loved global icon Elton John

For the first time, in her own words, international superstar Mariah Carey tells her story.

Permanent Record is the essential and courageous memoir of Edward Snowden - the man who risked everything to expose the shocking mass surveillance used by governments across the world to spy on their own citizens.

The Ride of a Lifetime is a captivating book by Robert Iger. Published in 2019 by Transworld Publishers Ltd, this book falls under the genre of autobiographies. The book narrates the journey of Robert Iger, who shares his experiences and lessons learned throughout his tenure as the CEO of The Walt Disney Company. The Ride of a Lifetime is more than just a memoir, it's a testament to Iger's exceptional leadership and vision. It offers a detailed account of the ups and downs, successes and failures, and the risks and rewards he encountered during his career. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in leadership, management, and the entertainment industry. Dive into The Ride of a Lifetime to get an insider's view of the trials and triumphs of one of the most successful CEOs of our time.

James Acaster's Classic Scrapes - The Hilarious Sunday Times Bestseller is a delightful read from the renowned author, James Acaster. Published by the Headline Publishing Group in 2018, this book has been a sensation in the literary world. The book falls under the genre of humor and comedy, showcasing Acaster's brilliant wit and unique storytelling ability. Each page is filled with laughter and unexpected twists, making it a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good laugh. Acaster's Classic Scrapes is not just a book; it's a journey filled with hilarious incidents and classic moments. The author's skillful narration and the publisher's dedication to quality make this book a classic in its own right. Don't miss out on this bestseller from the Headline Publishing Group.

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of My Story by Steven Gerrard, read Michael Ryan. Steven Gerrard is the former captain of Liverpool football team and of the England national football team, and is the only player ever to have scored in a FA cup final, a league cup final, a UEFA cup final and a champions league final. His entire career, since 1998, has been spent at Anfield with Liverpool. In this book he charts his full playing career, shedding light on the defining games, his life off the pitch as well as the players and managers hes encountered. Explosive, controversial and searingly honest, this will be the last word from an era-defining player.

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER: with a new bonus chapterWINNER of the GoodReads Choice Awards 2017 for HumourIn this collection of personal essays, the beloved star of Gilmore Girls and Parenthood reveals stories about life, love, and working as a woman in Hollywood-along with behind-the-scenes dispatches from the set of the new Gilmore Girls, where she plays the fast-talking Lorelai Gilmore once again.In Talking As Fast As I Can, Lauren Graham hits pause for a moment and looks back on her life, sharing laugh-out-loud stories about growing up, starting out as an actress, and, years later, sitting in her trailer on the Parenthood set and asking herself, "e;Did you, um, make it?"e; She opens up about the challenges of being single in Hollywood ("e;Strangers were worried about me; that's how long I was single!"e;), the time she was asked to audition her butt for a role, and her experience being a judge onProject Runway ("e;It's like I had a fashion-induced blackout"e;).In "e;What It Was Like, Part One,"e; Graham sits down for an epic Gilmore Girls marathon and reflects on being cast as the fast-talking Lorelai Gilmore. The essay "e;What It Was Like, Part Two"e; reveals how it felt to pick up the role again nine years later, and what doing so has meant to her.Some more things you will learn about Lauren: She once tried to go vegan just to bond with Ellen DeGeneres, she's aware that meeting guys at awards shows has its pitfalls ("e;If you're meeting someone for the first time after three hours of hair, makeup, and styling, you've already set the bar too high"e;), and she's a card-carrying REI shopper ("e;My bungee cords now earn points!"e;).Including photos and excerpts from the diary Graham kept during the filming of the recent Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, this book is like a cozy night in, catching up with your best friend, laughing and swapping stories, and-of course-talking as fast as you can.

Kevin Mitnick's long-awaited memoir of computer hacking and FBI skirting, revealed now after seven years of government-mandated silence.

As one of the most respected spiritual explorers of recent times, Ram Dass sparked a revolution with the publication of his 2-million-copy classic, Be Here Now. Since then, he has been a beacon for spiritual seekers worldwide, challenging us to find new sources of meaning and purpose in our lives.Be Love Now is a remarkable blend of autobiography and timeless spiritual insights. From his beginnings as a Harvard psychologist and psychedelic adventurer to his profound encounters with his Indian guru, Neem Karoli Baba, and moving beyond the reawakening brought on by his near-fatal illness, Ram Dass strikes a practical, humorous, soul-stirring chord in today's egotistical and lonely world. While offering us his rich life experiences, he also holds out a timeless, wonderfully universal adventure that will open our hearts and minds.

The only book Michael Jackson ever wrote about his lifeIt chronicles his humble beginnings in the Midwest, his early days with the Jackson 5, and his unprecedented solo success.

The first full biography of Albert Einstein since all of his papers have become available -- a fully realised portrait of this extraordinary human being, and great genius.

Megan Fox showcases her wicked humor throughout a heartbreaking and dark collection of poetry. Over the course of more than 80 poems, Fox chronicles all the ways in which we fit ourselves into the shape of the ones we love, even if it means losing ourselves in the process."These poems were written in an attempt to excise the illness that had taken root in me because of my silence. I've spent my entire life keeping the secrets of men, my body aches from carrying the weight of their sins. My freedom lives in these pages, and I hope that my words can inspire others to take back their happiness and their identity by using their voice to illuminate what's been buried, but not forgotten, in the darkness," says Fox.Pretty Boys Are Poisonous marks the powerful debut from one of the most well-known women of our time. Turn the page, bite the apple, and sink your teeth into the most deliciously compelling and addictive book you'll read all year.

Få Maren Uthaugs egen historie om og bag de populære striber. For er damen, hun portrætterer, overhovedet hende selv? Hvad siger hendes børn til at være blevet brugt som materiale fra de var små, og til i dag som teenagere? Er hendes mand lige så overbærende som ham i striberne? Og har hun overhovedet kat?Siden den første stribe blev trykt i Politiken i april 2013, har Maren Uthaugs minimalistiske streg haft sin faste plads i avisen. Det er blevet til ti år med sjove, skæve, tankevækkende og ofte grove vittigheder. 3.446 striber i alt for at være helt præcis.

The definitive biography of the iconic English artist, packed with weird and wonderful artwork

A funny, charming autobiography by one of our biggest and best-loved comedians, Michael McIntyre.

The award-winning digital creator and actress Avani Gregg takes you behind the scenes of her incredible life. Known for her viral make-up videos, Avani Gregg is social media phenomenon. But how did a regular girl in small-town Indiana become TikToker of the Year? In this eye-opening memoir, she shares the ups and down of her remarkable life, including the back injury that forced her to retire from gymnastics and her move to Los Angeles. Spanning topics like mental health, relationships, bullying and more, this is the revealing and deeply inspiring Backstory of a girl with big dreams and how she worked to achieve them.

Christian Dior: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Masteris a stunning illustrated biography of legendary designer Christian Dior from internationally renowned fashion illustrator Megan Hess. Discover the key moments of Diors fascinating life and iconic items from the fashion world that he created. Diors love of flowers, creativity, femininity and good-luck charms were woven into everything he designed, and his New Look remains iconic to this day. Elegantly enclosed by a hardback cover and ribbon, Megans beautiful illustrations follow Dior throughthree distinct chapters: the highs and lows of his early life, set against a backdrop of bohemian and wartime Paris; the couture house that he built into an empire in just ten years; and the incredible legacy he left behind for one of fashions most influential brands.Christian Dioris a celebration of a man whose life was as remarkable as the clothes that he created, brought to life on the page by the expert hand of Megan Hess.

From the bestselling co-author of Tiger Woods comes the definitive inside story of the New England Patriots-the greatest sports dynasty of the 21st century.

The life of one of America's founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton.