Books with author Newkey-Burden

The Sunday Times bestselling biography of the fresh-faced, charismatic and talented Justin Bieber, the teen singing sensation who has taken the music world by storm. Born on 1 March 1994, Justin grew up in the small city of Stratford in Canada. His love of singing was apparent from an early age and he was an avid member of the local church choir. His mum started posting videos on YouTube of her thirteen-year-old boy singing cover versions. Hits on the site started building almost immediately and it wasn't long before he had fans - of all ages, all over the world. When, in 2008, music-industry professional Scooter Braun became his manager, this young star was firmly on the path to stardom. His debut single 'One Time' was released in 2009 and went into the top 30 in ten countries around the world, and his album My World 2.0 caused instant excitement. In this book Chas Newkey-Burden explores this teenager's sensational story, making it the must-have book for anyone with Bieber Fever!

The story of the boys of The Wanted, from their family backgrounds and early singing careers to their current massive fanbase and sell-out concerts Max George, Siva Kaneswaran, Tom Parker, Nathan Sykes, and James McGuiness—the members of The Wanted are synonymous with young, cool, and successful. The amazing and inspirational story of how they have risen to stardom, as well as fascinating details about each of the boys and their backgrounds, is set to be gripping reading for their growing number of fans. After facing grueling mass-auditions to be part of the band, the five boys moved into an apartment together in London, where they quickly developed a strong bond. Now working on their third studio album, with a track written by rapper Example as well as a duet featuring Rihanna and a collaboration with Dappy, this is The Wanted's most ambitious project yet. With worldwide fame now so firmly in their sights, this uber cool boyband has taken the charts by storm—and has won the hearts of millions of fans in the process.

A detailed biography that pays tribute to the award-winning singer whose turbulent life and untimely death have captivated the world An indisputable musical icon and controversial celebrity figure, Amy Winehouse's unique blend of jazz, pop, and soul singing and songwriting brought her a host of awards—including two prestigious Ivor Novellos and five Grammys—as well as an army of committed fans who adored her rich voice and painfully honest lyrics. Never far from the headlines, stories about her tumultuous personal life and controversial drug abuse made her a daily fixture in the tabloids and a fascination of celebrity magazines, yet she also held the respect of many serious musicians. This biography traces the turbulent life of the tattooed wonder from her childhood pranks and stage school through early music and the global legend she will be remembered as.

The man behind the brilliant cuisine of three-Michelin-starred The Fat Duck—voted Best Restaurant in the World by fellow chefs Celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal is a gastronomic alchemist who sees the kitchen as a laboratory where he loves to experiment with new ways to tantalize diners' taste buds. The story of his life is every bit as colorful and attention-grabbing as his famous snail porridge and bacon-and-egg ice cream. This biography traces his journey from a life-changing childhood holiday in France, through to his brief apprenticeship in Raymond Blanc's restaurant where he stood up to a kitchen bully. It then follows him as, constantly pushing the boundaries of his work, he reached the top of his profession and was knighted by the Queen. Here, for the first time, is the full inspirational story of the enthusiastic, self-taught genius who turned the world of cuisine on its head.

Max George, Siva Kaneswaran, Tom Parker, Nathan Sykes and James McGuiness - all aged between 17 and 22 - topped the UK charts within a week of the release of their first single 'All Time Low'. With a number one hit under their belts, as well as polished performances and cheeky group cameraderie, it is hard to think that little over a year ago they had never met. However, a year on, having faced gruelling mass-auditions to be part of the band, the five boys now have worldwide fame firmly in their sights. This uber cool boyband is taking the charts by storm and has won the hearts of millions of fans in the process. The amazing and inspirational story of how The Wanted have risen to stardom, as well as fascinating details about each of the boys and their backgrounds, is a gripping read for their growing number of fans.

Fresh-faced and oh-so cute, Justin Bieber is a singing sensation who has rocked the music world to its foundations. Born on March 1, 1994, from Stratford Ontario, Justin's mum started posting videos on YouTube of her thirteen-year-old boy singing cover versions. Hits on the site started building almost immediately and it wasn't long before he had fans – of all ages, all over the world. When, in 2008, music-industry professional Scooter Braun became his manager, this young star was on his way. His debut single 'One Time' was released in 2009 and went into the top 30 in ten countries around the world, and his album My World 2.0 caused a sensation. Talented and gorgeous, Justin Bieber’s inspirational story is a must for all his fans to enjoy.

Celebrity Chef Heston Blumenthal is a gastronomic alchemist who sees the kitchen as a laboratory where he loves to experiment with new ways to tantalize diners' taste buds. The story of his life is every bit as colourful and attention-grabbing as his famous snail porridge and bacon-and-egg ice cream. This biography traces his journey from a life-changing childhood holiday in France, through to his brief apprenticeship in Raymond Blanc's restaurant where he stood up to a kitchen bully. It then follows him as, constantly pushing the boundaries of his work, he reached the top of his profession and was knighted by the Queen. Here, for the first time, is the full inspirational story of the enthusiastic, self-taught genius who turned the world of cuisine on its head.

Highlighting the most exciting musical star to emerge in the United Kingdom in many years, this account chronicles the inspiring story of soul-singing sensation Alexandra Burke. Beginning with her impoverished childhood of sharing a bed with her sister in a cramped north London flat, this examination follows the performer through countless obstacles such as the wrath of jealous classmates and the heartache of her parents’ separation at age six. Depicting her triumph over these hardships, this biography also recounts Burke’s X Factor journey, documenting her loss in the 2005 series as well as her return three years later to be crowned the winner. Providing an inspiring testimony to the rewards of perseverance, this is a compelling portrait of a natural talent who refused to give up.

Tulisa Contostavlos has one of the most fascinating and shocking life-stories in show business. Her childhood included harrowing episodes of self-harm, bullying, witchcraft, drug abuse and suicide attempts. Then there has been the ever-present challenge of her mother's mental disorder which Tulisa—as the only child in a single-parent family—had to face alone. How did she rise from such a troubled and dangerous childhood to become first an edgy urban artist and then the much-loved people's princess of Saturday night television? And how authentic is the “street girl” image that is such a key narrative of her official story? This book, written by leading celebrity biographer Chas Newkey-Burden, tells her eventful and inspirational story for the first time. It uncovers the rich show business heritage of her ancestors and then follows her through her childhood, unflinchingly examining the horrors she faced. It then traces how music became her salvation, thanks to the loving mentorship of Uncle B - the man who formed N-Dubz. The book then follows this never satisfied, always ambitious young woman as she moved into the mainstream and became the nation's sweetheart on The X Factor. The reader is taken behind the scenes to discover the reality of her successful first series on the show, as she guided Little Mix to victory.