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Magnificent: The Complete Studio Duets
Liner Notes: by Mark Bego
Mark Bego released four new books in bookstores in 2009, and by the end of the year his tally of published titles reached a record-breaking 55 different books. His 52nd book is his new biography of the ever-colorful Elton John. It has been released in five different international versions in different languages with different covers, and different titles. The first one is the German language edition, which was published in June 2009 by Hannibal Books, entitled Elton John: Die Story. In October, Phoenix Books in America released their English language edition under the title Elton John: The Bitch is Back, and England’s JR Books released 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 success with my Michael Jackson books in 1984.”
In the fall of 2009 Bego published his 53rd book, co-authored 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.”
The next pair of 2009 books by Mark Bego were published in German by Hannibal Books, available in book stores in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, as well as on the internet internationally. The first one was Bego’s totally revised Tina Turner: Die Biografie, in a special edition printed in time for the rock diva's 70th birthday in November. It was followed by the brand new biography, Whitney Houston: Die Biografie, which made its international debut in German only.
The shocking June 25, 2009 death of Michael Jackson put Bego in the spotlight for five separate appearances on the ABC News TV program What's the Buzz. 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.” To pay a final farewell to "The King of Pop," Mark Bego wrote and edited a complete magazine entitled Remember the King: Michael Jackson's Final Tribute, which was released on January 26, 2010. It is available on Amazon.com.
Mark Bego kicks off 2010 with the publication of his 56th book, Paperback Writer, which is due to be released in late-spring, from Publish America. In his career, Mark has partied with celebrities, moved into their homes to write their autobiographies, and traveled the world with them. He has had a career which encompasses spending one-on-one time with such stars as Madonna, Cher, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Mary Wilson of The Supremes, Barry Manilow, The Temptations, The Village People, Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, Angela Bowie, Joni Mitchell, Martha Reeves, Billy Joel, Jimmy Greenspoon of Three Dog Night, and Katherine Hepburn. In this humorous and adventure-filled memoir he recalls going to the exciting opening night of Studio 54, attending cocktail parties with the crown heads of Europe, and his wild roller coaster career of working with the stars of movies, music, and TV. Finally, in Paperback Writer Bego tells his story.
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.
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 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 [revised] (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 recently worked with Lamar Fike, legendary Elvis Presley confidante, on a book called FIKE: An Uncommon Journey, and a screenplay entitled '57 to '60: One of the Boys, co-written with David Stanley.
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 Leonardo DiCaprio: Romantic Hero, world-famous Melitta Coffee Company in 1998 named a new coffee blend after him: Mark Bego's Romantic Hero Blend. The limited-edition coffee is no longer available, but Mark's personally designed coffee mugs can still be purchased.
In the fall of 2009 Bego published his 53rd book, co-authored 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.”
The next pair of 2009 books by Mark Bego were published in German by Hannibal Books, available in book stores in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, as well as on the internet internationally. The first one was Bego’s totally revised Tina Turner: Die Biografie, in a special edition printed in time for the rock diva's 70th birthday in November. It was followed by the brand new biography, Whitney Houston: Die Biografie, which made its international debut in German only.
The shocking June 25, 2009 death of Michael Jackson put Bego in the spotlight for five separate appearances on the ABC News TV program What's the Buzz. 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.” To pay a final farewell to "The King of Pop," Mark Bego wrote and edited a complete magazine entitled Remember the King: Michael Jackson's Final Tribute, which was released on January 26, 2010. It is available on Amazon.com.
Mark Bego kicks off 2010 with the publication of his 56th book, Paperback Writer, which is due to be released in late-spring, from Publish America. In his career, Mark has partied with celebrities, moved into their homes to write their autobiographies, and traveled the world with them. He has had a career which encompasses spending one-on-one time with such stars as Madonna, Cher, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Mary Wilson of The Supremes, Barry Manilow, The Temptations, The Village People, Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, Angela Bowie, Joni Mitchell, Martha Reeves, Billy Joel, Jimmy Greenspoon of Three Dog Night, and Katherine Hepburn. In this humorous and adventure-filled memoir he recalls going to the exciting opening night of Studio 54, attending cocktail parties with the crown heads of Europe, and his wild roller coaster career of working with the stars of movies, music, and TV. Finally, in Paperback Writer Bego tells his story.
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.
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 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 [revised] (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 recently worked with Lamar Fike, legendary Elvis Presley confidante, on a book called FIKE: An Uncommon Journey, and a screenplay entitled '57 to '60: One of the Boys, co-written with David Stanley.
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 Leonardo DiCaprio: Romantic Hero, world-famous Melitta Coffee Company in 1998 named a new coffee blend after him: Mark Bego's Romantic Hero Blend. The limited-edition coffee is no longer available, but Mark's personally designed coffee mugs can still be purchased.