Author: Ivy Blair
Publisher: RWG Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
Uncover the fascinating journeys of the 20th and 21st centuries' most iconic figures with Ivy Blair's compelling exploration, From Obscurity to Stardom. This captivating book reveals how legends like Pablo Picasso, Jackie Robinson, Andy Warhol, and Amelia Earhart transcended their humble beginnings to achieve global recognition. Blair meticulously examines the common threads linking these stars-from their grueling early struggles to the serendipitous moments of fame that catapulted them to the pinnacle of success. Discover how relentless determination, extraordinary talent, and sometimes sheer luck transformed these individuals into symbols of excellence in their respective fields. With engaging anecdotes and insightful analysis, Blair illustrates the monumental efforts and behind-the-scenes challenges faced by those who became icons. Perfect for readers interested in celebrity culture, inspirational stories, and the relentless pursuit of greatness, this book serves as both an illuminating guide and an inspiring testament to the power of perseverance and unique brilliance.
Start You Up
Author: Steve Jones
Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group
ISBN: 1626340706
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 335
Book Description
Turn yourself “up to eleven” with Steve Jones’s unique take on personal branding. Steve Jones, music industry insider and author of Brand Like a Rock Star, once again takes readers on a trip through rock history to reveal often-overlooked lessons on personal branding. The stories Jones has to tell--how a drummer reinvented his instrument when he lost his arm, why Nikki Sixx’s lifestyle killed him and brought him back, how the forces that nearly tore Fleetwood Mac apart actually made their music better--provide the colorful backdrop for the critical lessons on building a high-power personal brand. The book is comprised of five sections that outline the “Five Ps of Personal Branding”--the building blocks for a personal brand: • Positioning--discovering the reader’s unique story • Presentation--laying a framework for communicating personal brands • Passion--how to turn a love into a life’s work • Purpose--crafting a personal brand to make the most impact • Profits--generating a profit, emotionally or fiscally, through personal branding No matter what stage a career is in, success today in any field requires a rock star personal brand. Start You Up will set readers on the path to the goals they’ve always had--and ones they didn’t know were attainable.
Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group
ISBN: 1626340706
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 335
Book Description
Turn yourself “up to eleven” with Steve Jones’s unique take on personal branding. Steve Jones, music industry insider and author of Brand Like a Rock Star, once again takes readers on a trip through rock history to reveal often-overlooked lessons on personal branding. The stories Jones has to tell--how a drummer reinvented his instrument when he lost his arm, why Nikki Sixx’s lifestyle killed him and brought him back, how the forces that nearly tore Fleetwood Mac apart actually made their music better--provide the colorful backdrop for the critical lessons on building a high-power personal brand. The book is comprised of five sections that outline the “Five Ps of Personal Branding”--the building blocks for a personal brand: • Positioning--discovering the reader’s unique story • Presentation--laying a framework for communicating personal brands • Passion--how to turn a love into a life’s work • Purpose--crafting a personal brand to make the most impact • Profits--generating a profit, emotionally or fiscally, through personal branding No matter what stage a career is in, success today in any field requires a rock star personal brand. Start You Up will set readers on the path to the goals they’ve always had--and ones they didn’t know were attainable.
The Making
Author: Dr Adegoke Olubanwo
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1665596627
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
As a child of God, you’re designed like a magnet—wired to attract good and repel evil. While you’re meant to enjoy God’s favour, nothing is automatic in His kingdom. You must follow His rules to enjoy the fruits of living in His house. Adegoke Olubanwo, an itinerant teacher and minister for more than twenty-five years, explores how to walk with the Lord in this life-changing book. Learn how to: • enjoy good fortune by seeking God’s favour; • grow into your inheritance; • help God accomplish His divine agenda on earth; • cultivate a strong foundation of spiritual intelligence. The author also emphasizes that one needs sustained maturity and inner grit to adhere to God and His principles—especially when help is out of sight. By looking to the Bible and following His guidance, you’ll enjoy the rights and privileges that come with being a member of His kingdom. You’ll be inspired to move your life forward with the wisdom in The Making.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1665596627
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
As a child of God, you’re designed like a magnet—wired to attract good and repel evil. While you’re meant to enjoy God’s favour, nothing is automatic in His kingdom. You must follow His rules to enjoy the fruits of living in His house. Adegoke Olubanwo, an itinerant teacher and minister for more than twenty-five years, explores how to walk with the Lord in this life-changing book. Learn how to: • enjoy good fortune by seeking God’s favour; • grow into your inheritance; • help God accomplish His divine agenda on earth; • cultivate a strong foundation of spiritual intelligence. The author also emphasizes that one needs sustained maturity and inner grit to adhere to God and His principles—especially when help is out of sight. By looking to the Bible and following His guidance, you’ll enjoy the rights and privileges that come with being a member of His kingdom. You’ll be inspired to move your life forward with the wisdom in The Making.
Margaret Anglin
Author: John LeVay
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 0889242062
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 333
Book Description
From Margaret Anglin's birth in 1876 in the Speaker's suite of the Canadian House of Commons, to her death in Toronto in 1958, Margaret Anglin: A Stage Life is a lively biography researched from personal sources and theatre periodicals of the times. Author John Le Vay gives us glimpses of the rich and colourful personal life behind the stage persona. Called ""Canada's greatest actress"" by Herbert Whittaker, Margaret Anglin succeeded in winning critical acclaim for her sensitive portrayals in Shakespearean comedy and Greek tragedy. In more contemporary productions she was praised for her work with actor-managers James O'Neill, E.H. Sothern, Richard Mansfield, and Henry Miller, and playwrights Somerset Maugham, H.A. Jones, and Paul Kester.
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 0889242062
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 333
Book Description
From Margaret Anglin's birth in 1876 in the Speaker's suite of the Canadian House of Commons, to her death in Toronto in 1958, Margaret Anglin: A Stage Life is a lively biography researched from personal sources and theatre periodicals of the times. Author John Le Vay gives us glimpses of the rich and colourful personal life behind the stage persona. Called ""Canada's greatest actress"" by Herbert Whittaker, Margaret Anglin succeeded in winning critical acclaim for her sensitive portrayals in Shakespearean comedy and Greek tragedy. In more contemporary productions she was praised for her work with actor-managers James O'Neill, E.H. Sothern, Richard Mansfield, and Henry Miller, and playwrights Somerset Maugham, H.A. Jones, and Paul Kester.
Roy Rogers
Author: Robert W. Phillips
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 9780899509372
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 450
Book Description
This is the definitive work on Roy Rogers, the "King of the Cowboys." The lives and careers of Rogers and his wife, Dale Evans, are thoroughly covered, particularly their work on radio and television. The merchandising history of Roy Rogers reveals that his marketing of character-related products was second only to that of Walt Disney; Roy Rogers memorabilia are still among the most popular items. Includes a comprehensive discography, filmography and comicography. Heavily illustrated.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 9780899509372
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 450
Book Description
This is the definitive work on Roy Rogers, the "King of the Cowboys." The lives and careers of Rogers and his wife, Dale Evans, are thoroughly covered, particularly their work on radio and television. The merchandising history of Roy Rogers reveals that his marketing of character-related products was second only to that of Walt Disney; Roy Rogers memorabilia are still among the most popular items. Includes a comprehensive discography, filmography and comicography. Heavily illustrated.
Nightsong
Author: Veit Erlmann
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 9780226217215
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 478
Book Description
Film documents singing and dancing by male a cappella choirs in competition (isicathamiya). In Zulu. Footage of both performers and audience.
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 9780226217215
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 478
Book Description
Film documents singing and dancing by male a cappella choirs in competition (isicathamiya). In Zulu. Footage of both performers and audience.
John Mayer - Room for Squares (Songbook)
Author: John Mayer
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN: 1603789448
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
(Play It Like It Is). We proudly present the guitar matching folio to acclaimed singer/songwriter John Mayer's major label debut. Includes a biography, photos and note-for-note transcriptions with tab supervised by Mayer himself ! 13 songs, including "Your Body Is a Wonderland," the Grammy winner for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance, and: Back to You * City Love * 83 * Great Indoors * Love Song for No One * My Stupid Mouth * Neon * No Such Thing * Not Myself * St. Patrick's Day * 3X5 * Why Georgia.
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN: 1603789448
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
(Play It Like It Is). We proudly present the guitar matching folio to acclaimed singer/songwriter John Mayer's major label debut. Includes a biography, photos and note-for-note transcriptions with tab supervised by Mayer himself ! 13 songs, including "Your Body Is a Wonderland," the Grammy winner for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance, and: Back to You * City Love * 83 * Great Indoors * Love Song for No One * My Stupid Mouth * Neon * No Such Thing * Not Myself * St. Patrick's Day * 3X5 * Why Georgia.
Billie Holiday: The Voice of Jazz
Author: ChatStick Team
Publisher: ChatStick Team
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
🎵 Billie Holiday: The Voice of Jazz 🎵 Step into the soulful world of Billie Holiday with this compelling volume from the "Voices of Legends" series, thoughtfully created by the ChatStick Team. Billie Holiday's deeply emotive voice and timeless jazz classics have left an enduring mark on music history. 🎤✨ In "Billie Holiday: The Voice of Jazz", you'll uncover: 📖 An intimate portrait of Holiday's journey, from her early days in Harlem to her rise as an international music icon. 🎶 Detailed stories behind her most celebrated songs and performances. 💫 Vivid imagery and personal anecdotes that bring her legacy to life. 🎷 Insightful reflections on her impact on the world of jazz and swing. This book provides a fresh perspective on Billie Holiday's monumental contributions to music, making it an essential read for collectors, enthusiasts, and anyone moved by the power of song. Rediscover the magic of Billie Holiday's voice and the profound influence of jazz through this richly detailed narrative. 📚❤️
Publisher: ChatStick Team
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
🎵 Billie Holiday: The Voice of Jazz 🎵 Step into the soulful world of Billie Holiday with this compelling volume from the "Voices of Legends" series, thoughtfully created by the ChatStick Team. Billie Holiday's deeply emotive voice and timeless jazz classics have left an enduring mark on music history. 🎤✨ In "Billie Holiday: The Voice of Jazz", you'll uncover: 📖 An intimate portrait of Holiday's journey, from her early days in Harlem to her rise as an international music icon. 🎶 Detailed stories behind her most celebrated songs and performances. 💫 Vivid imagery and personal anecdotes that bring her legacy to life. 🎷 Insightful reflections on her impact on the world of jazz and swing. This book provides a fresh perspective on Billie Holiday's monumental contributions to music, making it an essential read for collectors, enthusiasts, and anyone moved by the power of song. Rediscover the magic of Billie Holiday's voice and the profound influence of jazz through this richly detailed narrative. 📚❤️
Motion Picture Classic
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Motion pictures
Languages : en
Pages : 878
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Motion pictures
Languages : en
Pages : 878
Book Description
Motion Picture Herald
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Motion pictures
Languages : en
Pages : 658
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Motion pictures
Languages : en
Pages : 658
Book Description
Frank Leslie's Popular Monthly
Author: Frank Leslie
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American periodicals
Languages : en
Pages : 666
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American periodicals
Languages : en
Pages : 666
Book Description