Over four million fans voted for Gareth Gates in the final of "Pop Idol" and in this illustrated autobiography he takes us back to his childhood in Bradford. He reveals how he has suffered from a stammer since he could talk but has refused to let this hamper his ambitions to be a musician. He recalls the steps he has taken to overcome his speech difficulties in order to chase his dream and how he feels now that he has made such an achievement. He discusses the excitement of the build up to "Pop Idol", his pride at having a No 1 hit with his debut single and his thoughts on his first album. The book features many new studio portraits of Gareth, as well as images from his schooldays and his early family life.
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'From a stammering wannabe to the top of the charts, the pop star reveals all in his intimate new book' -- OK! magazine, 18 September 2002
'His story is enough to have you glued to every page ... this book is totally access all areas!' -- Mizz, 18 September 2002
'Plenty of nuggets of information that obsessives will delight in ... 4/5' -- Heat, 5 October 2002
'His story is enough to have you glued to every page ... this book is totally access all areas!' -- Mizz, 18 September 2002
'Plenty of nuggets of information that obsessives will delight in ... 4/5' -- Heat, 5 October 2002
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Sian Solanas recently wrote the No 1 bestselling book 'Pop Idol' and lives in London.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By "angelz-gem"
Format:Hardcover
This is a sensitive book, written by the man himself. This is his way of letting us know his story. Wether you are a huge Gareth fan, the mother of one, or just simply interested this book is one of the best to get to know the fantastic 18 year old. Filled to the brim with fantastic photos and great quotes, Gareth lets us know his cheeky side, his funny side and of corse lets us know exactly how he feel about certain people.............
Must have....
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is the second in a series of books to be released about Gareth. First of was the highly successful "Right From The Start" which gave many details about Gareth's life before and during Pop Idol. You really did get an insight into his life and felt there was no more to be said but this book just proves that wrong. The book goes into detail about his life after the whole Pop Idol experience and how he has coped with fame, what fans are like and the whole "pop star lifestyle". It too contains many new and exclusive images that will be great in any Gareth fans collection. A great book to read for anyone of any age but most importantly for any fan - if you want to KNOW about Gareth buy this book!! Recommended 100%!
14 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By Katie
Format:Hardcover
I bought this book first thing this morning and can't stop reading it - if you love Gareth Gates you must buy this book - its his official story by Gareth himself. None of the other books coming out are by Gareth - this is the only one and the only one worth buying.
It is packed with fantastic new photos of Gareth and even has an exclusive poster on the reverse of the book jacket!
Gareth reveals all about his story so far, which includes Pop Idol, his massive singles, overcoming his speech problem, girls, the forthcoming album and what the future hold for him.
Get this book now and read all about the No.1 star!
This is an ideal present for all Gareth fans.
I love the book Gareth!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
fantastic read
A wonderful read
gareth is a complete gentelman and a wonderful talent artist.
A must read for every one.
Published on 30 Sep 2003 by "tracie4"
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is a good book
This book is the best. It explains everything about Gareth (so far). It is NOT self centered, and one of the chapters is NOT called "Mrs. Gates have you heard your son sing". Read more
Published on 29 Dec 2002 by Gareth's no 1 fan
1.0 out of 5 stars
Awful
You would never guess, from the amount of publicity he has received, that Gareth did not, in fact, win Pop Idol. Read more
Published on 30 Nov 2002
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Best Book On Sale
I think that this book is very interesting, especially if you are an avid Gareth fan, like me. it is packed full of never before seen photos and his view on things like fame,... Read more
Published on 7 Oct 2002
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