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Mark Bego has several new books in bookstores in 2009, and by the end of the year he will have published a record-breaking 54 different books. His 52nd book is his new biography of the ever-colorful Elton John. It will be released in five different international versions in different languages with different covers, and different titles. The first one is the German language edition, which has been published in June 2009 by Hannibal Books, entitled Elton John: Die Story. In October, Phoenix Books in America will release their English language edition under the title Elton John: The Bitch is Back, and England’s JR Books will be releasing their version entitled The Elton John Story. It will be followed by separate versions in Danish and in Russian. According to Mark, “This is my biggest international book in years, since my 1984 success with my Michael Jackson books in 1984.”

The shocking June 25, 2009 death of Michael Jackson has caused Bego to prepare a commemorative reprint of his hit books Michael! and On the Road With Michael! News of these are forthcoming. Says Bego, “I was deeply saddened by Michael’s tragic passing. I met him in the ’70s and ‘80s, and he was a kind and talented man who will truly be missed.”

The next planned books by Mark Bego will also be published in German by Hannibal Books, available in bookstores in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, as well as on the internet internationally. They include a reprint of Bego’s Tina Turner book, and a brand new biography on Whitney Houston making its international debut in German only.

Mark’s 51st book, Macho Man, was one he wrote with his friend Randy Jones of The Village People. Released in December of 2008, Macho Man is a book about the history of gay pop culture, encompassing the career of The Village People. A book on pop culture and sociology, it is currently featured in libraries around the world.

Bego has been heralded in the press as “The Prince of Pop Music Bios.” His books include Billy Joel: The Biography (2007), Joni Mitchell (2005), Jackson Browne: His Life and Music (2005), Tina Turner: Break Every Rule (2003), Julia Roberts: America's Sweetheart (2003), Bette Midler: Still Divine (2002), Cher: If You Believe (2001), Madonna: Blonde Ambition (2000), Bonnie Raitt: Just In the Nick of Time (1995), Linda Ronstadt: It’s So Easy (1989), The Doobie Brothers (1980), and Barry Manilow (1977). His 1998 biography Leonardo DiCaprio: Romantic Hero spent six weeks on the New York Times Best-Seller List. His first New York Times Best Seller was his 1984 book Michael! [Jackson], which sold over seven million copies in six languages.

Branching out into new arena’s, in 2006 Mark published a collaboration with famed psychic to the stars called Yolana: Just One More Question. He just completed a personal memoir called Paperback Writer. He is also working with Lamar Fike, legendary Elvis Presley confidante, on a book called FIKE: An Uncommon Journey. He will also have a new book in 2009 with Ruth Mueller entitled One Minute Before Midnight. It is the fascinating story of a woman who escaped from Nazi Germany in 1939, and who flourished as a successful business woman in America. According to Mark, “Ruth has a wonderful story, and it makes for a fascinating and inspiring read.”

In 1994 he collaborated with Martha Reeves of Martha Reeves & The Vandellas on the Chicago Tribune Best Seller, Dancing in the Street: Confessions of a Motown Diva. He also wrote I’m a Believer (1993) with Micky Dolenz, and One is the Loneliest Number with Jimmy Greenspoon of Three Dog Night.

Bego’s books have also encompassed several other entertainment industry subjects. He has written about television: TV Rock—The History of Rock & Roll on Television (1988), and the movies: Will Smith: The Freshest Prince (1998), Matt Damon: Chasing a Dream (1998), and Rock Hudson: Public and Private (1986).

Bego has also recently launched his own line of jewelry. He has been designing jewelry since the 1970s, and he is now actively producing and selling it on this website in the “Jewelry” section (click on the link on the navigation bar above).

Based on the success of Mark’s biography on Leonardo DiCaprio, world-famous Melitta Coffee Company in 1998 named a new coffee blend after him. The limited-edition coffee is no longer available, but Mark's personally designed coffee mugs can still be purchased.