Britney Spears' Heart to Heart (Paperback)

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American singing sensation Britney Spears and her mom talk about life, love, fame, and following your dreams.

Britney Spears makes success look simple. As Brit will tell you, though, success is hard work--you need talent, belief in yourself, and someone else who believes in you. For Britney, that person has always been her mother, Lynne Spears, who is not just Britney's mama but also her best friend.

In Britney Spears' Heart to Heart, Britney and Lynne share the inspiring story of how one little girl from Kentwood, Louisiana, turned into a music phenomenon. From the days of singing at talent shows and family gatherings to recording ". . . Baby One More Time" and performing with NSYNC, Britney and Lynne share intimate details about Britney's rise to stardom. But this book is much more than just the story of Britney's life. In their own words, Lynne and Britney talk openly about the challenges facing all mothers and daughters. How do you encourage your child? How do you talk to your mom? How do you overcome obstacles? How do you put together your own "dream team" that will always be there for you? How do you deal with success--and failure? How do you talk about dating and relationships, dress codes, self-esteem, and body image?

Featuring never-before-seen photos and dozens of behind-the-scenes stories about life at home, in the studio, and on the road, Britney Spears' Heart to Heart is not only a must-have for Britney fans, it's also an honest look at what it's like for girls to grow up in today's world. Here's straight talk from the heart, from a mother and daughter who know that love, faith, and family always come first.

About the Author

Britney Spears' follow-up album to ". . . Baby One More Time," her multiplatinum debut, is "Oops! . . . I Did It Again."

Lynne Spears teaches grade school in Kentwood, Louisiana. She is the mother of Bryan, Britney, and Jamie Lynn Spears.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Three Rivers Press; three rivers press edition (May 9, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0609807013
• ISBN-13: 978-0609807019
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (84 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #69,904 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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71 of 78 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars S-U-P-E-R-B! Die-hard fans, look no further., May 9, 2000

By	Andy Chiu (Saint Louis, Missouri, USA) - See all my reviews

I picked "Heart to Heart", written by Britney Spears and Lynne Spears, today at a local bookstore. It had me glued to my seat until I finally finished the book just now. This book has everything a true fan would want, exceptional and carefully picked photos straight from Britney and her mom, her road to success from her childhood past, to her close family ties, especially, of course, her mother, Lynne Spears. Photos in this book were of most that I have not seen anywhere else, be it the Internet, magazines, or other Britney books. Her father was even in some of the photos (I have not seen ANY pictures of her father ANYWHERE). This struck me as odd, actually seeing her father for the first time, but as I read on, she explained that her father is not very close to her as her mother, because her father is a contractor who moves all across the country. Nevertheless, he has provided the foundation for Britney Spears' success. Jamie Lynne, Britney's younger sister, is described by Britney as "the best sister in the world. She wants to be ME when she grows up. She looks up to me." Britney and Jamie have been very close, ever since Jamie stepped into this world. Descriptions and details about Britney's friend and celebrity bonds are beatifully written. From Ricky Martin, to Melissa Joan Hart. About how she has helped many friends, and celebrities like Melissa Joan Hart, her movie "Drive Me Crazy." This book has it all, from her first tryouts for the Mickey Mouse Club in Orlando, to the spotlight on MTV. Britney recollects in this book about her performances (concerts and award shows) and her attendances (award shows). She absolutely loves talk shows, being able to step out and thank the fans for her success. Want to know how she inherited the title "The Princess of Pop?" Look no further, pick up a copy of "Heart to Heart." A good portion of the book is about her close tie between her and her mother, hence the title "Heart to Heart"; however, do not sidestep this book, for it is even a great book for relationships. With all the bad influences on teens these days, Britney and her mother, Lynne, has provided the idealistic parent-child relationship that we should all follow. The book is aimed at everyone of all ages. I recommend you pick it up, even if you do not seem to like her because she is more than an artist, she is a down to earth person with the human utopian characteristics - generousity, polite, courteous, open-minded, liberal (I could go on and on) - that nowadays everyone needs to have. I assume your reading this because your a fan of Britney Spears, right? Well...what are you waiting for? Buy this book right away, do not hesitate. You will not regret purchasing this book. Oh, and about the other Britney Spears books that are out there. Do not buy them, for they are UNofficial, and they can not even compare to this magnitude of a book. I have almost all the other Britney Spears books out there possible (yes, I am truly DIE-HARD Britney Spears fan), and none of them combined have the wealth and vast information "Heart to Heart" contains. BUY "HEART TO HEART" NOW!

P.S. Thanks Britney (and Lynne) for publishing a knockout of a book. Britney, you have changed my life around, especially my relationship with my mother. I cannot thank you enough. I'll see you in Saint Louis, Missouri, July 16th, 2000, for your concert!

23 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good, quick read, May 30, 2000

By A Customer

This book is not only for mothers and young girls reaching for the stars. This book is for anyone who enjoys a heart-warming story about a young woman working hard and striving for her dreams. It portrays the importance of family and friends, and the necessity that no matter how successful you are, you should never forget those closest to you. Furthermore, it portrays that with God, anything is possible.

Britney has grown a lot in the past year, evident in the fact that she even decided to write this book. She is sweet, down-to-earth, and generous--as you will read about her charitable contributions. Despite all her success, she is surprisingly modest. She is indeed a role model for children and teenagers.

Reading this book is like sitting down with Britney and Mrs. Spears and listening to them tell stories about their past and present. It is a good, quick read and I highly recommend it.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Britney, the 8th Wonder of the World, May 23, 2000

By	Carlos Lojo (London, England) - See all my reviews

I must confess, I'm not as religious as Britney or her family and the truth is I've never looked forward to reading a book (in general). However, something inside of me told me that this book was a must have. As soon as I opened the book for the first time, I promise I did not close it until I finished it. If I would ever meet Britney in person, I'd give her a big hug as a sign of my appreciation. She has truly been blessed, and has altered my life for the better. I have always adored Britney for who she is, and this book proves it even more. Thank you.