Discover the stories behing the most iconic consumer brands including Walmart, Amazon, Alibaba, Starbucks, Pixar, Virgin, Sony, Apple, Nike and Ford
On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft
Authors: Stephen King,
His books went on to become record-breaking bestsellers. His name resonates in every library and bookstore. In this book, Stephen King shares the tale of his writing career. In it, you will find the inspiration to write even if you’re battling life and death, just as he did after his fatal accident in 1999.
The Pixar Touch: The Making of a Company
Authors: David A. Price,
David Price unravels for you the story of the company behind animated movie legends including Toy Story, Finding Nemo and Wall-E. Take the journey and discover how the union of John Lasseter, Steve Jobs, Jeffrey Katzenberg and Michael Eisner resulted in the success of Pixar despite internal conflict.
Born Standing Up: A Comic’s Life
Authors: Steve Martin,
From Disneyland to stand up comedy, honing his crafts to quitting forever, losing himself and everyone he loved, to finding himself and his place in life, Emmy and Grammy award winner, Steve Martin takes the reader into the world of comedians. And it isn’t very funny. With the aid of photographs and his exceptional writing talent, Martin shares a story that will connect with every emotion of the reader.
Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly
Authors: Anthony Bourdain,
The culinary world isn’t always that delicious. But it’s a great ride nonetheless. Award-winning chef, Anthony Bourdain, shares his journey through drugs, sex and world-class food in a way that will keep you asking for more.
Here, There and Everywhere: My Life Recording the Music of the Beatles
Authors: Geoff Emerick,Howard Massey, Elvis Costello
“She loves you”, “I want to hold your hand” — that’s where it all started. Geoff Emerick was 15 when he witnessed The Beatles’ record-breaking hits. At nineteen, he became their group’s chief engineer and watched the team rise in fame and eventually fall apart. He shares with you the tale of the legendary Beatles, giving you an insider view like never before.
Schulz and Peanuts: A Biography
Authors: David Michaelis,
The man who gave you Peanuts — Charles M. Schulz is one of America’s most controversial figures. Renowned biographer, David Michaelis, sheds light on the story of this private man. A genius in his own way, Schulz reshaped the cartoon industry forever with his passion and love for drawing.
Confessions of an Advertising Man
Authors: David Ogilvy,Alan Parker
“Father of advertising” David Ogilvy’s Confessions of an Advertising Man was translated into 14 languages and became an international bestseller. This book is everything a business needs — from ethics to advertising and even the politics involved in running a business that is truly efficient.
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