Don't Block the Blessings [Hardcover]

Patti Labelle (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 4, 1996

From lead singer with the Blue Belles in the '60s to Grammy Award winner in the '90s, the enduring career of Patti LaBelle is one for the books. In Don't Block the Blessings, Patti reveals the exciting story of her rise to fame, describes how she overcame serious career setbacks, and writes frankly about her own personal tragedies.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

In this revealing memoir, singer LaBelle tells of her rise to fame, describes how she overcame serious career setbacks, and speaks of her personal tragedies.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 305 pages
• Publisher: Riverhead Hardcover; First Edition edition (October 4, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1573220396
• ISBN-13: 978-1573220392
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 5.9 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (44 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #845,746 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #20 in Books > Biographies & Memoirs > Arts & Literature > Composers & Musicians > Rhythm & Blues

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The first book I have ever read cover to cover!, December 30, 1999

By 

Rick Weaver - See all my reviews

This review is from: Don't Block the Blessings: Revelations of a Lifetime (G K Hall Large Print Book Series) (Hardcover)

At age 34, 5 years ago, I read this book (hardcover) and it was the first book I have ever read cover to cover. Don't get me wrong, I can read - I just could not sit down long enough to finish a book (or retain anything for that matter). I have always loved Patti LaBelle but had no idea just exactly how inspirational she really was until I read this book. I couldn't put the darn thing down. I would lay in bed each night and lose track of time reading this book. It is an easy read as well as an insightful one. Her honesty and to-the-point message continues to inspire me - so much so that after I finished that book, I was so excited that I had actually finished a book, that I had to run out and buy another book. I have not stopped reading since. I can't find enough time in the day to do all the reading I want to do - and I have Patti LaBelle to thank for that. Patti girl, you have inspired me to read, taught me it's ok to be who I am and reminded me to love those around me because we never know how long we will have them in our lives. Thank you, thank you and thank you for opening another door in my world and showing me how not to block MY blessings!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, and intriguing, August 23, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Don't Block the Blessings (Paperback)

Don't Block the Blessings is an excellent book. When I began to read the first couple of words, I knew that this would be one book that I would not be able to put down. I often found myself reading the book while taking tests, taking a bath, while exercising, and sometimes while riding in the car. I think that the reason it caught my attention was because some of the issues that Mrs. LaBelle faced, I have gone through also. Although I am only sixteen years old, I have been in similar situations. Like Patti, I have often feared death, and I let that bother me for so long. I have lost an aunt, tragically, and me not being able to say to her what I needed to say still haunts me. After reading the book, I've learned to deal with my problems, as did Patti. I know Mrs. LaBelle will remain a true inspiration in my life because through her book, and through God, she has helped me to learn to never block the blessings. I believe that if America were to live by this motto, it would be a much better place. We need more people , like Mrs. Patti LaBelle, to speak out and help make this world a better haven. I commend her and may God continously bless her. I will remain her number one fan!!!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read!, October 7, 2008

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Scarletjazz "Scarletjazz" (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Don't Block the Blessings (Hardcover)

Oh I love this book, couldn't put it down. Mrs. Patti puts her foot in it the good, the bad and the ugly.. but comes out still shining. I can't wait to get another one of her books..