Shania Twain: On My Way [Paperback]

Dallas Williams (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 1997

Shania Twain's album The Woman in Me sold an unprecedented 12 million copies worldwide and won her the title 'World's Best-Selling Country Female Artist.' She holds three Canadian Country Music Awards, an American Music Award, and a Grammy. Her new album, Come on Over, promises even greater things, and her legions of fans are eagerly awaiting her upcoming tour. You can get the lowdown on Shania, in Shania Twain: On My Way, the first biography of the singing sensation. Dallas Williams tells the compelling story of the hard times, hard knocks, and hard work behind Twain's apparent "overnight" success. From childhood poverty and the tragic death of her parents, to her relationship with producer "Mutt" Lange and their winning recording partnership, Williams covers it all.

This biography features over 16 color and 19 black & white photos, including shots of Shania's childhood home, rare high-school yearbook pictures, and an early appearance at a northern-Ontario resort hotel. Read Shania Twain: On My Way and take a close look at one of music's most beautiful stars.

Editorial Reviews

From the Inside Flap

REBEL AND SUPERSTAR
Her story reads like a fairy tale. Shania Twain rose from grinding poverty in northern Ontario to internatioinal superstardom as a country singer.But her seemingly overnight success was hard-earned, a result of her unique blend of country with a driving rock beat, her tireless devotion to her fans, and her winning combination of innocence and sultry sexiness. Here is the story of her phenomenal ascent to the top of the charts. From the dues she paid as a teenager, singing on local stages and television shows, to her mature and polished performances in music videos directed by Hollywood's Sean Penn and John Derek, Shania Twain: On My Way tracks each step of her rule-breaking, record-shattering career. Controversial, ambitious, down-to-earth: Here is Shania. --This text refers to the Unbound edition.

About the Author

Dallas Williams was a touring guitarist for several small-time country music acts. He gave up the life of the road to write a novel about his experiences, and has also published poetry and been an editor.

Product Details

• Paperback: 232 pages
• Publisher: ECW Press (July 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 155022297X
• ISBN-13: 978-1550222975
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,230,551 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing book, but has a few problems, April 17, 1999

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This review is from: Shania Twain: On My Way (Paperback)

This was a wonderful book, especially since Shania is my favorite singer. There's one thing I'd like to say though. If you're going to write a biography, you should know how to spell their name!! Shania doesn't spell her real name "Eileen", she spells it," Eilleen" !!!!!! Also, she was 22 when her parents were killed. It was on November 1, 1987, and she had been 22 for 2 months. She wasn't 21, so get it right!!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The #1 Shania book to buy !, July 23, 1999

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This review is from: Shania Twain: On My Way (Paperback)

I have read every possible book on Shania Twain.. This one is the best I have read. It really tells the story where the story needs to be told. Once I picked it up to read, I could not put it down until I finished. If you love Shania, You'll love this book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best, April 30, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Shania Twain: On My Way (Paperback)

Shania Twain is an all around great person. She will never be forgotten in my mind. She is really the best.