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"Great Story On A Great Life"
I always thought of Debbie Reynolds as an actress who never received her just rewards. Although known for her movie work, singing, and stage performances, Debbie has never been seen as a huge Hollywood star although she has appeared in some of the most popular movies ever like "Singing In The Rain".

In her autobiography Debbie writes about growing up poor and her desire to be an actress and singer. In her memoirs no stone goes unturned as she writes about her battles with Gene Kelly, her love for people like Judy Garland, and her terrible marriages, especially to Eddie Fisher (the father of Debbie's daughter Carrie of "Star Wars" fame) who left her for Liz Taylor (Debbie and Liz would actually become friends in later years starring in the TV movie "These Old Broads"). Miss Reynolds also discusses in full detail how another husband of hers stole all her money and left her destitute, forcing her to work her butt off to pay back taxes and creditors.

Perhaps the best part of the book is when Debbie writes about her close personal relationships with two huge hollywood stars, Joan Crawford and Agnes Moorehead (of "Bewitched"). She writes candidly about Miss Crawford, how lovely and personal Joan was to her at MGM and how they were friends until the day Joan died in 1977 and how Debbie believes Joan died of a suicide. On Miss Moorehead, Debbie discusses how terrible she felt when Agnes died of cancer and how she couldn't believe a young, unscrupulous lawyer took all of Agnes' fortune upon her death.

A great read, I enjoyed "Debbie: My Life" tremendously which is a better-than-average Hollywood book.

Girl Scout makes good
Debbie Reynold's 1988 autobiography is the exciting, whirlwind story of her showbiz career and rocky personal life including her disastrous financial and husband-picking skills.Raised in poverty, she won a beauty pageant as a teenager; the prize was a screen test and the rest is history.One needn't be a big fan of Debbie's to enjoy the book; it is so well-written and so full of dramatic highs and lows that I think most people would enjoy it.

I felt as though I grew up with Debbie via the pages of "Photoplay" magazine, but her memoir tells the real story behind the red carpets and glossy photos.She pulls no punches concerning her marriages to Eddie Fisher and Harry Karl as she vents her hatred toward them.Her long career as an entertainer is described in detail and her friends were the Who's Who of Hollywood's golden age.

This life story is a real page-turner; I couldn't put it down.It would make a terrific movie, but who could ever match Debbie's boundless energy and timeless appeal?Highly recommended.

Great book, though it could stand some updating
Debbie Reynolds' autobiography is now over 20 years old, so there's no reason why Ms. Reynolds couldn't write a new and revised edition - just like Lauren Bacall has with her own autobio. There's certainly room for new commentary on her work in the last two decades and on the comeback her daughter Carrie Fisher has made (I'd love to know what she thinks of Carrie's "Wishful Drinking" book and one-woman tour!)

Notwithstanding the above, this is a highly readable, enjoyable book, presenting Debbie's own take on the tumultuous events surrounding the infamous Elizabeth Taylor/Eddie Fisher scandal - in which she was the proverbial "wronged wife" - in crisp, entertaining, and not in the least self-pitying fashion. One of the parts I found the most interesting was her account of what it was like, juggling going to a regular high school with trying to get her film career underway in the twilight years of the studio system.Highly recommended.

Debbie My Life
this was a gift to a true debbie reynolds fan and she was so excited to receive it.She is almost done reading and can't wait to see Debbie Reynolds live in our area next week.

ACTUALLY,A VERY NICE READ
First, I must state that I am not overly fond of autobiographies in general and celebrity autobiographies in particular.I found this one in a used book store and added it to my stack of finds on pure whim.I am very glad I did.The book was actually quite readable and very enjoyable.I have always enjoyed Ms. Reynolds' work and after reading her story, appreciate it, the work, even more.The books is salted with many fine photographs of the subjects life and work and are well placed.The narrative is easy to follow and as I said, "readable."Quite a fascinating life.All in all, if you are interested in such things, I highly recommend this one ... Read more

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Favorite film star of the 1950s, Debbie Reynolds also appeared in many paper doll books. This version from 1957 has two cute dolls and a fun wardrobe of stage clothes, party dresses, sleepwear, summer togs and even western wear. Added star biography by David Wolfe.Debbie Reynolds, a product of the Hollywood studio system, appeared in almost 50 films, made dozens of TV appearances, conquered Broadway and the concert stage, sold millions of records and never lost the joi de vivre that first made her a star and just keeps bubbling along. ... Read more

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Love the book, Debbie is an amazing woman
Debbie brings you right into her life.You are there with her every step of the way.I have read the book and listened to the tapes several times and enjoy it each time.

debbie tells it true
i just listened to this audio book ......what a pure pleasure!debbie has a knack of drawing you vivid pictures ..with her words..of just how it is to live her life......the hours pass in no time as you listen to her story..of her life with her family, career, loves and losses...she is ajoy to listen to......once again i say BRAVO DEBBIE. ... Read more

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My Favorite Actress Writes a Very Entertaining Advice Book
Singing In the Rain and Tammy and the Bachelor's Debbie Reynolds writes an advice book in 1962.Don't be mistaken, it isn't an autobiography.It does tell about her life experiances, while telling lessons she has learn by making the wrong choices.It is very entertaining!She keeps you on your toes.I couldn't put it down!I hope you will get this book too and really enjoy it! ... Read more

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After Kim loses her mother at 13, her world falls apart. Her brother Kevin, can't take it anymore and leaves Kim with their no good alcoholic father, who thinks the bottle is the answer to everything. While attending the hottest party of the year, Kim finds herself in a situation that she thought she could handle; but ends up hurt and betrayed and now trusts no one. Until she meets Keith 6"1' with smooth chocolate skin and a body that is RIGHT! Will Kim fall in love or is there too much pain for love?Summoning her inner strength, Kim must learn about life while discovering what it takes to survive. ... Read more

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Chapters: Kari Ann Peniche, Dave Jansen, Charles J. Bowles, Jim Goad, Rick Reynolds, Debbie Goad. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 28. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Kari Ann Peniche (pronounced Pe-nee-che) (born March 20, 1984) is a former beauty queen and entertainer from Fairview, Oregon. She has held the Miss Oregon Teen USA and Miss United States Teen titles. She was stripped of the latter title after appearing nude in the November 2004 issue of Playboy magazine. Peniche lived in San Diego before moving to Houston and then Oregon with her mother. She first attended a modeling class at age 12, and modeled in South Korea at ages 16 and 18. Since her Playboy pictorial, she has launched a fashion business, and has appeared on television and in movies. She has been the subject of several celebrity gossip stories, including a brief engagement to singer Aaron Carter, a quarrel with singer Mindy McCready, and the leak of a controversial home video including actors Eric Dane and Rebecca Gayheart. She is also well known to television audiences for her appearances on the first season of Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew, the third season of Celebrity Rehab, and a brief appearance on the second season of Sober House. Peniche was born in San Diego, California on March 20, 1984. Her father was a professional musician and songwriter from the Yucatan, Mexico. Her mother, Lee Ann Rosenbarger, is a business consultant; Peniche has two younger brothers, and grew up speaking Spanish with her father's family. After their parents divorced, the three children stayed with their mother, who was strict about schoolwork. She attended a modeling class when she was 12. After moving the family briefly to Houston, Texas, Peniche's mother remarried and moved them to a home on Blue Lake in Fairview, Oregon. At age 1...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=3179587 ... Read more

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Chapters: Wil Wheaton, Tim Burton, Sean Penn, Debbie Reynolds, Bonnie Raitt, James J. Jeffries, Dick Clark, John Ritter, Clarence Johnson, Angie Dickinson, Randy Rhoads, Mark Harmon, Patton Oswalt, Tyler Newton, Jeffrey Steele, Rod Beck, Wesley Pomeroy, Juliet Anderson, Eddie Cibrian, Clint Howard, Rene Russo, Adam Schiff, Mara Wilson, Doug Blasdell, Andrew Gold, Eve Plumb, Wiley Miller, Brad Johnson, Stefanie Schaeffer, Beverly Adams, Royce Clayton, Vanessa Lee Evigan, Doug Savant, Erin Moran, Hugh Reilly, Orfeo Angelucci, Rob Zabrecky, Beth Sullivan, Debbe Dunning, Gustin Nash, Dave Markey, Paul Barrere, Marla Pennington, Manny Ayulo, Jerry Yester, Pete Lacock, Bruce Reitherman, Wally Albright, Mikayla Mendez, Brian Reardon, Michael G. Richards, Tim Friday, Fred Harman, Jennifer Grant, Lily Jackson, Chris Thomas, Sydney S. Reynolds, Roger Salkeld, Ryan Tucker, Roxanne Blaze, Samuel Joseph Aquila, Wayne Edwards, Jay Benedict, Fred Meyers, Joe Rosselli, Laura Johnson, Ken Stanton, Kate Hansen. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 329. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Timothy William "Tim" Burton (born August 25, 1958) is an Academy Award- and Golden Globe-nominated American film director, film producer, writer and artist. He is famous for his dark, quirky-themed movies such as Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Sleepy Hollow and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, and for blockbusters such as Pee-wee's Big Adventure, Batman, Batman Returns, Planet of the Apes, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Alice in Wonderland, his most recent film, that is currently the highest grossing film of 2010 as well as the sixth highest-grossing film of all time. Among Burton's many collaborators are his friend Johnny Depp, musician Danny Elfman (who has compose...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=31501 ... Read more

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Chapters: Cult Film, Furry Fandom, Science Fiction Fandom, Futurians, Otaku, Fanzine, Filk Music, Teen Idol, Debbie Reynolds, Juggalo, Historical Reenactment, Cosplay, Purist, Gen Con, Monster in My Pocket, Shipping, Fan Labor, Fan Fiction, Trekkie, Reception of J. R. R. Tolkien, Deadhead, Comic Book Letter Column, Celebrity Worship Syndrome, Anime and Manga Fandom, Tolkien Fandom, Penny Arcade Expo, Os-Tan, Batmania, Gaia Online, Science Fiction Fantasy Short Film Festival, Anime Music Video, Stargate Fandom, Itasha, the Rocky Horror Picture Show Cult Following, Vidding, Famous Monsters of Filmland, No-Prize, Donaldism, Norwescon, Gorean, the Philippine Order of Narnians, Moe, Sex Symbol, Beat the Geeks, Maelstrom International Fantastic Film Festival, Yaminoys, Sherlock Holmes Speculation, 16 Magazine, Bardolatry, Alter Ego, Unofficial Buffy the Vampire Slayer Productions, Northwest Pinball and Gameroom Show, Theonering.net, Junior Idol, Pin-Up Girl, Fan Service, 2d or Not 2d Animation Festival, Maltese Falcon Society, Fan Edit, We Seal of Approval Program, Organization for Transformative Works, Peter Green, Fanspeak, James Bond Fandom, Interlac, Steam-Con, Groupie, Janeite, Fansite, Indian Railways Fan Club, Louise Brooks Society, It Girl, Smof, Mad Movie, Mi6.co.uk, List of Multigenre Conventions, Fan Convention, Parrothead, Anorak, Supanova Pop Culture Expo, T. M. Maple, Fan Art, Letterhack, Browncoat, Spocon, Media Fandom, Big Name Fan, Carol A. Strickland, Niigata Comic Market, National Fantasy Fan Federation, Dogster, Capa-Alpha, Sideshow Collectibles, Krwetatnt, Anti-Fan, the Neutron Man, London Film and Comic Con, Dragoncon Dark Fantasy Track, the Monster Times, Radcon, Fan Translation, Blue Army, Apple Scruffs, Game Club, Basfa, Fan Mail, Mediawest*con, Fire Buff, List of Free Conventions, Glamourcon, 19th World Science Fiction Convention, Recapping, Kimmo Lehtonen, Lioncon, Southern Fandom Confederation, Creature...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=464238 ... Read more