Author: Olivia Beirne
Publisher: Review
ISBN: 1472259556
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ One of the best books I have read in a very long time!' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 11/10 would recommend. Get a copy!!' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Without a doubt the funniest book I've read!' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I can't praise this book enough' Sometimes all you need is a little push . . . Georgia loves wine, reality TV and sitting on the sofa after work. She does not love heights, looking at her bank account, going on dates, or activities that involve a sports bra. And she will never, ever take a risk. That is, until her braver, bolder, big sister finds out that she won't be able to tick off the things she wanted to do before turning thirty, and turns to Georgia to help her finish her list. With the birthday just months away, Georgia suddenly has a deadline to learn to grab life with both hands. Could she be brave enough to take the leap, for her sister? And how might her own life change if she did? Olivia Beirne's bestselling The List That Changed My Life will take you on the hilarious and heart-warming journey of a lifetime, showing you what it means to really be alive . . . Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Rosie Walsh and Marian Keyes. **Olivia's new novel House Swap is available to download NOW!** --------- Praise for Olivia Beirne! 'A hilarious, heart-warming read' DAISY BUCHANAN 'I can't praise it enough, it's perfect summer reading' LUCY VINE 'Olivia is an assured writer with great comic timing' SHEILA O'FLANAGAN 'A mesmerising blend of humour and emotion' WOMAN & HOME 'A story of love, friendship and family, whose characters you will fall in love with immediately!' EMILY HOUGHTON, AUTHOR OF BEFORE I SAW YOU 'A perfect mix of humour and heart' EMMA COOPER, AUTHOR OF THE SONGS OF US 'An uplifting read that leaves you on a high' AMAZON READER REVIEW 'A proper feel-good, heart-warming, very natural and relatable story' KIM NASH (KIMTHEBOOKWORM) 'I thoroughly enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down' AMAZON READER REVIEW 'A gorgeous life-affirming read' HAYLEY'S BOOK BLOG __________________________________________
The List That Changed My Life
Author: Olivia Beirne
Publisher: Review
ISBN: 1472259556
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ One of the best books I have read in a very long time!' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 11/10 would recommend. Get a copy!!' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Without a doubt the funniest book I've read!' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I can't praise this book enough' Sometimes all you need is a little push . . . Georgia loves wine, reality TV and sitting on the sofa after work. She does not love heights, looking at her bank account, going on dates, or activities that involve a sports bra. And she will never, ever take a risk. That is, until her braver, bolder, big sister finds out that she won't be able to tick off the things she wanted to do before turning thirty, and turns to Georgia to help her finish her list. With the birthday just months away, Georgia suddenly has a deadline to learn to grab life with both hands. Could she be brave enough to take the leap, for her sister? And how might her own life change if she did? Olivia Beirne's bestselling The List That Changed My Life will take you on the hilarious and heart-warming journey of a lifetime, showing you what it means to really be alive . . . Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Rosie Walsh and Marian Keyes. **Olivia's new novel House Swap is available to download NOW!** --------- Praise for Olivia Beirne! 'A hilarious, heart-warming read' DAISY BUCHANAN 'I can't praise it enough, it's perfect summer reading' LUCY VINE 'Olivia is an assured writer with great comic timing' SHEILA O'FLANAGAN 'A mesmerising blend of humour and emotion' WOMAN & HOME 'A story of love, friendship and family, whose characters you will fall in love with immediately!' EMILY HOUGHTON, AUTHOR OF BEFORE I SAW YOU 'A perfect mix of humour and heart' EMMA COOPER, AUTHOR OF THE SONGS OF US 'An uplifting read that leaves you on a high' AMAZON READER REVIEW 'A proper feel-good, heart-warming, very natural and relatable story' KIM NASH (KIMTHEBOOKWORM) 'I thoroughly enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down' AMAZON READER REVIEW 'A gorgeous life-affirming read' HAYLEY'S BOOK BLOG __________________________________________
Publisher: Review
ISBN: 1472259556
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ One of the best books I have read in a very long time!' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 11/10 would recommend. Get a copy!!' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Without a doubt the funniest book I've read!' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I can't praise this book enough' Sometimes all you need is a little push . . . Georgia loves wine, reality TV and sitting on the sofa after work. She does not love heights, looking at her bank account, going on dates, or activities that involve a sports bra. And she will never, ever take a risk. That is, until her braver, bolder, big sister finds out that she won't be able to tick off the things she wanted to do before turning thirty, and turns to Georgia to help her finish her list. With the birthday just months away, Georgia suddenly has a deadline to learn to grab life with both hands. Could she be brave enough to take the leap, for her sister? And how might her own life change if she did? Olivia Beirne's bestselling The List That Changed My Life will take you on the hilarious and heart-warming journey of a lifetime, showing you what it means to really be alive . . . Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Rosie Walsh and Marian Keyes. **Olivia's new novel House Swap is available to download NOW!** --------- Praise for Olivia Beirne! 'A hilarious, heart-warming read' DAISY BUCHANAN 'I can't praise it enough, it's perfect summer reading' LUCY VINE 'Olivia is an assured writer with great comic timing' SHEILA O'FLANAGAN 'A mesmerising blend of humour and emotion' WOMAN & HOME 'A story of love, friendship and family, whose characters you will fall in love with immediately!' EMILY HOUGHTON, AUTHOR OF BEFORE I SAW YOU 'A perfect mix of humour and heart' EMMA COOPER, AUTHOR OF THE SONGS OF US 'An uplifting read that leaves you on a high' AMAZON READER REVIEW 'A proper feel-good, heart-warming, very natural and relatable story' KIM NASH (KIMTHEBOOKWORM) 'I thoroughly enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down' AMAZON READER REVIEW 'A gorgeous life-affirming read' HAYLEY'S BOOK BLOG __________________________________________
The List That Changed My Life
Author: OLIVIA. BEIRNE
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781472259561
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Sometimes all you need is a little push... Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Katie Marsh and Marian Keyes, Olivia Beirne's The List That Changed My Life takes its readers on an hilarious and heart-warming journey of a lifetime, showing us what it means to really be alive. Georgia loves wine, reality TV and sitting on the sofa after work. She does not love heights, looking at her bank account, going on dates, or activities that involve a sports bra. And she will never, ever take a risk. That is, until her braver, bolder, big sister finds out that she won't be able to tick off the things she wanted to do before turning thirty, and turns to Georgia to help her finish her list. With the birthday just months away, Georgia suddenly has a deadline to learn to grab life with both hands. Could she be brave enough to take the leap, for her sister? And how might her own life change if she did?
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781472259561
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Sometimes all you need is a little push... Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Katie Marsh and Marian Keyes, Olivia Beirne's The List That Changed My Life takes its readers on an hilarious and heart-warming journey of a lifetime, showing us what it means to really be alive. Georgia loves wine, reality TV and sitting on the sofa after work. She does not love heights, looking at her bank account, going on dates, or activities that involve a sports bra. And she will never, ever take a risk. That is, until her braver, bolder, big sister finds out that she won't be able to tick off the things she wanted to do before turning thirty, and turns to Georgia to help her finish her list. With the birthday just months away, Georgia suddenly has a deadline to learn to grab life with both hands. Could she be brave enough to take the leap, for her sister? And how might her own life change if she did?
The Books That Changed My Life
Author: Bethanne Patrick
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1941393659
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Collects one hundred reflections by prominent authors, politicians, actors, musicians, and celebrities on a book that changed their lives, including Keith Carradine on The book of Daniel, Tim Gunn on Let us now praise famous men, and R.L. Stine on Pinocchio.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1941393659
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Collects one hundred reflections by prominent authors, politicians, actors, musicians, and celebrities on a book that changed their lives, including Keith Carradine on The book of Daniel, Tim Gunn on Let us now praise famous men, and R.L. Stine on Pinocchio.
You Changed My Life
Author: Max Lucado
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Inc
ISBN: 1404187839
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
If someone has changed your lifefor the good, now is the time to celebrate by letting them know how much theymatter. Oftentimes true heroes of faith don't stand out in the world, but theyhave made a lasting difference in someone's life--they're a hero to someone.This gift book celebrates their story by first providing a dedication beginningwith "You changed my life by___" to be written in detail by the giver to therecipient. To follow are stories told by Max about others who have answered thecall of their convictions and took steps of faith (both big and small)resulting in lasting change in the lives around them. It's a message thathonors the person who receives the book, and inspires us all to see thatreal people with remarkable hearts can change lives.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Inc
ISBN: 1404187839
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
If someone has changed your lifefor the good, now is the time to celebrate by letting them know how much theymatter. Oftentimes true heroes of faith don't stand out in the world, but theyhave made a lasting difference in someone's life--they're a hero to someone.This gift book celebrates their story by first providing a dedication beginningwith "You changed my life by___" to be written in detail by the giver to therecipient. To follow are stories told by Max about others who have answered thecall of their convictions and took steps of faith (both big and small)resulting in lasting change in the lives around them. It's a message thathonors the person who receives the book, and inspires us all to see thatreal people with remarkable hearts can change lives.
The Film That Changed My Life
Author: Robert K. Elder
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1569768285
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
The movie that inspired filmmakers to direct is like the atomic bomb that went off before their eyes. The Film That Changed My Life captures that epiphany. It explores 30 directors' love of a film they saw at a particularly formative moment, how it influenced their own works, and how it made them think differently. Rebel Without a Cause inspired John Woo to comb his hair and talk like James Dean. For Richard Linklater, “something was simmering in me, but Raging Bull brought it to a boil.” Apocalypse Now inspired Danny Boyle to make larger-than-life films. A single line from The Wizard of Oz--“Who could ever have thought a good little girl like you could destroy all my beautiful wickedness?”--had a direct impact on John Waters. “That line inspired my life,” Waters says. “I sometimes say it to myself before I go to sleep, like a prayer.” In this volume, directors as diverse as John Woo, Peter Bogdanovich, Michel Gondry, and Kevin Smith examine classic movies that inspired them to tell stories. Here are 30 inspired and inspiring discussions of classic films that shaped the careers of today's directors and, in turn, cinema history.
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1569768285
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
The movie that inspired filmmakers to direct is like the atomic bomb that went off before their eyes. The Film That Changed My Life captures that epiphany. It explores 30 directors' love of a film they saw at a particularly formative moment, how it influenced their own works, and how it made them think differently. Rebel Without a Cause inspired John Woo to comb his hair and talk like James Dean. For Richard Linklater, “something was simmering in me, but Raging Bull brought it to a boil.” Apocalypse Now inspired Danny Boyle to make larger-than-life films. A single line from The Wizard of Oz--“Who could ever have thought a good little girl like you could destroy all my beautiful wickedness?”--had a direct impact on John Waters. “That line inspired my life,” Waters says. “I sometimes say it to myself before I go to sleep, like a prayer.” In this volume, directors as diverse as John Woo, Peter Bogdanovich, Michel Gondry, and Kevin Smith examine classic movies that inspired them to tell stories. Here are 30 inspired and inspiring discussions of classic films that shaped the careers of today's directors and, in turn, cinema history.
How Reading Changed My Life
Author: Anna Quindlen
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0307763528
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Anna Quindlen presents a “swift and compelling paean to the joys of books” (Booklist). “Like the columns she used to write for the New York Times, [How Reading Changed My Life] is tart, smart, full of quirky insights, lapidary, and a pleasure to read.”—Publishers Weekly “Reading has always been my home, my sustenance, my great invincible companion. . . . Yet of all the many things in which we recognize universal comfort—God, sex, food, family, friends—reading seems to be the one in which the comfort is most undersung, at least publicly, although it was really all I thought of, or felt, when I was eating up book after book, running away from home while sitting in a chair, traveling around the world and yet never leaving the room. . . . I read because I loved it more than any activity on earth.”—from How Reading Changed My Life
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0307763528
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Anna Quindlen presents a “swift and compelling paean to the joys of books” (Booklist). “Like the columns she used to write for the New York Times, [How Reading Changed My Life] is tart, smart, full of quirky insights, lapidary, and a pleasure to read.”—Publishers Weekly “Reading has always been my home, my sustenance, my great invincible companion. . . . Yet of all the many things in which we recognize universal comfort—God, sex, food, family, friends—reading seems to be the one in which the comfort is most undersung, at least publicly, although it was really all I thought of, or felt, when I was eating up book after book, running away from home while sitting in a chair, traveling around the world and yet never leaving the room. . . . I read because I loved it more than any activity on earth.”—from How Reading Changed My Life
House Swap
Author: Olivia Beirne
Publisher: Review
ISBN: 147228447X
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
'It's like a warm hug!' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This is the kind of book I'd love to read over and over again!' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I devoured it in one day' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Fantastic book, I loved it . . . the characters, the settings, the story, all of it!' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ WILL SWITCHING LIVES BRING TWO SISTERS TOGETHER OR PUSH THEM APART FOREVER? Twins Katy and Rachel don't know much about each other's lives anymore. Rachel thinks that Katy is a high-flying event planner in London, while Katy thinks that Rachel lives in idyllic marital bliss in the countryside. Each sister believes the other has created a perfect life - but the truth is that neither twin has the life she pretends she does. And when these sisters unexpectedly swap houses for a week, they're in for a big shock. But it might just be the wake-up call they've both been waiting for . . . Packed with hilarity and heartbreak, this new novel from bestselling author Olivia Beirne follows two estranged sisters who learn more about each other from a house swap than they ever expected... Perfect for fans of Beth O'Leary and Marian Keyes. **Olivia's new novel Three Nights in Italy is available to pre-order NOW!** ----- 'I can't praise it enough' LUCY VINE 'The definition of an uplifting book' ABIGAIL MANN 'A hilarious, heart-warming read' DAISY BUCHANAN 'Olivia is an assured writer with great comic timing' SHEILA O'FLANAGAN 'I loved House Swap - it's a heart-warming story of sisterhood in several forms' ZOË FOLBIGG 'Funny, poignant and uplifting' JULIETTA HENDERSON 'A beautiful story about second-chances, self-discovery and sisterhood - I absolutely loved it. Olivia has that special knack of making you laugh out loud on one page, and shed a tear on the next' HANNAH TOVEY 'Characters you will fall in love with immediately!' EMILY HOUGHTON 'A charming, uplifting read . . . Delightful' ROXIE COOPER 'Olivia's books always make me laugh out loud and her latest is no exception' EMMA COOPER 'A wonderful, joyous tale, complete with a perfect measure of romance too' PERNILLE HUGHES 'House Swap is a warm, sweet story about sisterhood and will have you rooting for Katy and Rachel until the very last page. Simply gorgeous' HANNAH DOYLE ________________ Readers are LOVING House Swap! 'The cutest book ever! I've recommended this book to literally everyone I know' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This book is heart-warming, life affirming and is guaranteed to make you smile - I loved it!' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This book made me laugh, cry and swoon' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'A perfect story of families and finding your way through life' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Loved this book!' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Publisher: Review
ISBN: 147228447X
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
'It's like a warm hug!' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This is the kind of book I'd love to read over and over again!' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I devoured it in one day' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Fantastic book, I loved it . . . the characters, the settings, the story, all of it!' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ WILL SWITCHING LIVES BRING TWO SISTERS TOGETHER OR PUSH THEM APART FOREVER? Twins Katy and Rachel don't know much about each other's lives anymore. Rachel thinks that Katy is a high-flying event planner in London, while Katy thinks that Rachel lives in idyllic marital bliss in the countryside. Each sister believes the other has created a perfect life - but the truth is that neither twin has the life she pretends she does. And when these sisters unexpectedly swap houses for a week, they're in for a big shock. But it might just be the wake-up call they've both been waiting for . . . Packed with hilarity and heartbreak, this new novel from bestselling author Olivia Beirne follows two estranged sisters who learn more about each other from a house swap than they ever expected... Perfect for fans of Beth O'Leary and Marian Keyes. **Olivia's new novel Three Nights in Italy is available to pre-order NOW!** ----- 'I can't praise it enough' LUCY VINE 'The definition of an uplifting book' ABIGAIL MANN 'A hilarious, heart-warming read' DAISY BUCHANAN 'Olivia is an assured writer with great comic timing' SHEILA O'FLANAGAN 'I loved House Swap - it's a heart-warming story of sisterhood in several forms' ZOË FOLBIGG 'Funny, poignant and uplifting' JULIETTA HENDERSON 'A beautiful story about second-chances, self-discovery and sisterhood - I absolutely loved it. Olivia has that special knack of making you laugh out loud on one page, and shed a tear on the next' HANNAH TOVEY 'Characters you will fall in love with immediately!' EMILY HOUGHTON 'A charming, uplifting read . . . Delightful' ROXIE COOPER 'Olivia's books always make me laugh out loud and her latest is no exception' EMMA COOPER 'A wonderful, joyous tale, complete with a perfect measure of romance too' PERNILLE HUGHES 'House Swap is a warm, sweet story about sisterhood and will have you rooting for Katy and Rachel until the very last page. Simply gorgeous' HANNAH DOYLE ________________ Readers are LOVING House Swap! 'The cutest book ever! I've recommended this book to literally everyone I know' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This book is heart-warming, life affirming and is guaranteed to make you smile - I loved it!' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This book made me laugh, cry and swoon' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'A perfect story of families and finding your way through life' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Loved this book!' Real reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Better Together
Author: Alex Quian
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578881997
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Do you believe that everyday individuals have the power to make a difference? In the age of strong political divisions and global challenges, it is easy to feel powerless over the direction of our lives and communities. That's exactly how 21-year-old Alex Quian felt until his mentor issued him a daunting challenge: to serve and unite his community by completing 30 different service projects in 30 days. What followed was a life-changing service journey that taught Alex that anyone can create meaningful impacts. In Better Together: How 30 Days of Service Changed My Life, Alex shares valuable insights he gained from his experiences and seeks to encourage readers to serve their communities, live a fulfilling life, and prove we are truly better together. Serving as both an inspiring example and a practical guide, Better Together features a variety of lessons, tips, and advice that can help anybody be a better student, professional, leader, and community servant.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578881997
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Do you believe that everyday individuals have the power to make a difference? In the age of strong political divisions and global challenges, it is easy to feel powerless over the direction of our lives and communities. That's exactly how 21-year-old Alex Quian felt until his mentor issued him a daunting challenge: to serve and unite his community by completing 30 different service projects in 30 days. What followed was a life-changing service journey that taught Alex that anyone can create meaningful impacts. In Better Together: How 30 Days of Service Changed My Life, Alex shares valuable insights he gained from his experiences and seeks to encourage readers to serve their communities, live a fulfilling life, and prove we are truly better together. Serving as both an inspiring example and a practical guide, Better Together features a variety of lessons, tips, and advice that can help anybody be a better student, professional, leader, and community servant.
How I Changed My Life
Author: Todd Strasser
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416954090
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Overweight high school senior Bo decides to change her image while working on the school play with a former star football player who is also struggling to find a new identity for himself.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416954090
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Overweight high school senior Bo decides to change her image while working on the school play with a former star football player who is also struggling to find a new identity for himself.
Your Song Changed My Life
Author: Bob Boilen
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062344463
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 207
Book Description
From the beloved host and creator of NPR’s All Songs Considered and Tiny Desk Concerts comes an essential oral history of modern music, told in the voices of iconic and up-and-coming musicians, including Dave Grohl, Jimmy Page, Michael Stipe, Carrie Brownstein, Smokey Robinson, and Jeff Tweedy, among others—published in association with NPR Music. Is there a unforgettable song that changed your life? NPR’s renowned music authority Bob Boilen posed this question to some of today’s best-loved musical legends and rising stars. In Your Song Changed My Life, Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), St. Vincent, Jónsi (Sigur Rós), Justin Vernon (Bon Iver), Cat Power, David Byrne (Talking Heads), Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters), Jeff Tweedy (Wilco), Jenny Lewis, Carrie Brownstein (Portlandia, Sleater-Kinney), Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), Colin Meloy (The Decemberists), Trey Anastasio (Phish), Jackson Browne, Valerie June, Philip Glass, James Blake, and other artists reflect on pivotal moments that inspired their work. For Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy, it was discovering his sister’s 45 of The Byrds’ “Turn, Turn, Turn.” A young St. Vincent’s life changed the day a box of CDs literally fell off a delivery truck in front of her house. Cat Stevens was transformed when he heard John Lennon cover “Twist and Shout.” These are the momentous yet unmarked events that have shaped these and many other musical talents, and ultimately the sound of modern music. A diverse collection of personal experiences, both ordinary and extraordinary, Your Song Changed My Life illustrates the ways in which music is revived, restored, and revolutionized. It is also a testament to the power of music in our lives, and an inspiration for future artists and music lovers. Amazing contributors include: Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), Carrie Brownstein (Sleater-Kinney, Portlandia, Wild Flag), Smokey Robinson, David Byrne (Talking Heads), St. Vincent, Jeff Tweedy (Wilco), James Blake, Colin Meloy (The Decemberists), Trey Anastasio (Phish), Jenny Lewis (Rilo Kiley), Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters), Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), Sturgill Simpson, Justin Vernon (Bon Iver), Cat Power, Jackson Browne, Michael Stipe (R.E.M.), Philip Glass, Jónsi (Sigur Rós), Hozier, Regina Carter, Conor Oberst (Bright Eyes, and others), Courtney Barnett, Chris Thile (Nickel Creek, Punch Brothers), Leon Bridges, Sharon Van Etten, and many more.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062344463
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 207
Book Description
From the beloved host and creator of NPR’s All Songs Considered and Tiny Desk Concerts comes an essential oral history of modern music, told in the voices of iconic and up-and-coming musicians, including Dave Grohl, Jimmy Page, Michael Stipe, Carrie Brownstein, Smokey Robinson, and Jeff Tweedy, among others—published in association with NPR Music. Is there a unforgettable song that changed your life? NPR’s renowned music authority Bob Boilen posed this question to some of today’s best-loved musical legends and rising stars. In Your Song Changed My Life, Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), St. Vincent, Jónsi (Sigur Rós), Justin Vernon (Bon Iver), Cat Power, David Byrne (Talking Heads), Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters), Jeff Tweedy (Wilco), Jenny Lewis, Carrie Brownstein (Portlandia, Sleater-Kinney), Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), Colin Meloy (The Decemberists), Trey Anastasio (Phish), Jackson Browne, Valerie June, Philip Glass, James Blake, and other artists reflect on pivotal moments that inspired their work. For Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy, it was discovering his sister’s 45 of The Byrds’ “Turn, Turn, Turn.” A young St. Vincent’s life changed the day a box of CDs literally fell off a delivery truck in front of her house. Cat Stevens was transformed when he heard John Lennon cover “Twist and Shout.” These are the momentous yet unmarked events that have shaped these and many other musical talents, and ultimately the sound of modern music. A diverse collection of personal experiences, both ordinary and extraordinary, Your Song Changed My Life illustrates the ways in which music is revived, restored, and revolutionized. It is also a testament to the power of music in our lives, and an inspiration for future artists and music lovers. Amazing contributors include: Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), Carrie Brownstein (Sleater-Kinney, Portlandia, Wild Flag), Smokey Robinson, David Byrne (Talking Heads), St. Vincent, Jeff Tweedy (Wilco), James Blake, Colin Meloy (The Decemberists), Trey Anastasio (Phish), Jenny Lewis (Rilo Kiley), Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters), Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), Sturgill Simpson, Justin Vernon (Bon Iver), Cat Power, Jackson Browne, Michael Stipe (R.E.M.), Philip Glass, Jónsi (Sigur Rós), Hozier, Regina Carter, Conor Oberst (Bright Eyes, and others), Courtney Barnett, Chris Thile (Nickel Creek, Punch Brothers), Leon Bridges, Sharon Van Etten, and many more.