Book Description
Leona's life is a real-life fairytale. Three years ago she was an ordinary girl with an incredible voice, working as a daydreaming waitress and wondering if she would ever have a chance to sing.
She then made the life-changing decision to audition for The X Factor and the show completely transformed her life.
Leona has since become one of the biggest stars in the world, with record-breaking hits, countless awards under her belt and adored by her millions of fans.
Now, she will tell her story for the first time and share what it's really like to go from a normal girl to a global superstar. From growing up in Hackney, discovering her remarkable talent, the gruelling X Factor auditions, working with Simon Cowell and coping with international success; Leona is a home-grown sensation and has an amazing story to share.
Packed with exclusive behind-the-scenes photographs of the stunning star, this book gives you a personal insight into life behind the headlines and reveals exactly what it feels like when all your dreams come true.
About the Author
Leona Louise Lewis (born 3 April 1985) is a British singer and songwriter. She first came to prominence after winning the third series of The X Factor in 2006. Her debut album, Spirit, was released in 2007, and sold over eight million copies worldwide. The album's most successful single, "Bleeding Love", reached number one in over 30 countries around the world, and was the best-selling single worldwide in 2008. She was proclaimed 'Top New Artist' by Billboard magazine in 2008. Lewis released her second album, Echo, in 2009. Her debut tour, The Labyrinth, took place in 2010. Her third album Glassheart was released 12 October 2012. It was preceded by the single "Collide", which became her seventh top-five hit in the UK. With the release of Hurt: The EP and "Trouble", Lewis has had nine top-ten hits in the UK. Nominated for seven Brit Awards and three Grammy Awards, Lewis has sold 28 million records worldwide. With her expansive vocal range and powerful, emotive ballads, Lewis has been compared to her idol Whitney Houston. As of 2013, Lewis is the best selling The X Factor act in the United Kingdom.
