“Everybody wants to be Cary Grant. Even I want to be Cary Grant.”—Cary GrantHe is Hollywood’s most fascinating and timeless star. Although he came to personify the debonair American, Cary Grant was born Archibald Leach on January 18, 1904, in the seaport village of Bristol, England. Combining the captivating beauty of silent-screen legend Rudolph Valentino with the masculine irresistibility of Clark Gable, Grant emerged as Hollywood’s quintessential leading man. Today, “the ...

From film historian and acclaimed New York Times bestselling biographer Scott Eyman, the definitive, “captivating” (Associated Press) biography of Hollywood legend Cary Grant, one of the most accomplished—and beloved—actors of his generation, who remains as popular as ever today.Born Archibald Leach in 1904, Cary Grant came to America as a teenaged acrobat to find fame and fortune, but he was always haunted by his past. His father was a feckless alcoholic,...

The ultimate biography of this ever-popular star and icon, from a young Cambridge don who has already made his name with a much praised biography of Marilyn Monroe.Please note that this edition is text only and does not include illustrations.Cary Grant made men seem like a good idea. Tall, dark and handsome with a rare gift for light comedy, he played a leading man who liked to be led, a man of the world who was a man of the people. Cary Grant was Hollywood’s quintessential...

For two moviegoing generations, Cary Grant was class—an effortless embodiment of gentlemanly grace and humor. But Cary Grant’s greatest achievement was in creating himself and the irresistible character he became. In this savvy, fascinating portrait, McCann tracks the transformation of a life and looks closely at the sources of Cary Grant’s charms, which did not come easily. Generously filled with anecdotes about fellow actors and directors, a realistic portrait of a complicated m...

In 1937, it seemed as if Cary Grant had it all: the fame and fortune of being a leading man for one of Hollywood’s biggest studios, with a life of luxury that was a world away from the hardship and misery he knew growing up in Bristol, England.But all that glitters is not gold. Grant felt that he had no say in the development of his own career, and he was seeing signs that the studio was losing interest in him—other than to just be a handsome face. He yearned for b...

Children's FictionIn the heartwarming tale, Twist and the Quest for a Better Planet," readers are introduced to a small dog named Twist and his remarkable animal companions. Driven by their shared belief that humans are selfish in their treatment of the planet, Twist and his friends embark on a series of extraordinary adventures to make the world a better place.Twist, a spirited and curious canine, possesses an unwavering determination to bring about positive change. With his loyal...

Richard Schickel's text, combining critical analysis and a re-interpretation of all the available biographical information, masterfully maps the intersections where a great star's personal history and his screen personality met in a style as elegant, graceful and witty as the actor himself.

A Nigerian family decide to leave their home and move to America. Everyone wants the perfect life for their family and we make decisions for their benefit. This decision, cost many people their lives, turned a perfect family against each other ... and created a serial killer. But was he created ... or was he born like this ? This murder story will have you wondering just how far you would go to save the ones you love.

Max is a high powered lawyer, but when it comes to street smarts or his love life, he is quite naïve. He falls in love not knowing who he has really fallen in love with. Does he get the girl in the end, or is he duped into thinking he is in a loving relationship? He has enemies that he thought were his friends. Who is trying to bring Max down? Is it is ex-wife Jasmine, his new girlfriend Casey, his boss or work colleagues … or that not so friendly police officer Sergeant Haye? Max will tak...

This time Charmaine is taking back Control of her life. She refuses to be the victim anymore. Before she can move forward in her life she needs to confront the people who made her life hell. You will still see her go through things that no woman should go through, but she's not on her own this time. She needs to confront the people that took advantage of her . In life sometimes you feel like some things just stay the same, so the only way they are going to change is if you confront things ...

Christmas in 1980s London is the most exciting time for 12 year old Charmaine. The mixed race daughter of an Irish mom and Black dad, Charmaine knows it was rough for her parents when they arrived in London. This year, however, Christmas will be better than ever! Charmaine has a very special gift for her parents - a real present paid for with her own money! But how can she ever imagine her greatest joy will turn into her worst tragedy? In part two, Charmaine is taking back Control of her l...

Christmas in 1980s London is the most exciting time for 12 year old Charmaine. The mixed race daughter of an Irish mom and Black dad, Charmaine knows it was rough for her parents when they arrived in London. Now, they live a charmed life in a flat over her uncle’s blues club. Charmaine knows her parents love her madly, even though they’re always busy making money at the club. This year, however, Christmas will be better than ever! Charmaine has a very special gift for her parents – a real ...