Alanis Morissette: A Biography

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St. Martin's Publishing Group, Dec 29, 2015 - Biography & Autobiography - 208 pages

Just two years ago Alanis Morissette was a former teen pop star, dismissed by some as a footnote in Canadian pop history. Then her album Jagged Little Pill sold over 13 million copies worldwide, and a new queen of alternative rock was crowned.

Here Paul Cantin tells the tale of how Morissette transformed herself from failed teenage star into an artist whose work speaks to an entire generation. With multiple Grammys and MTV Awards under her belt; this singer/songwriter has achieved what none thought possible. This is the story of that rare second chance.

Included in this book are: Morissette's own account of her songwriting inspiration, exclusive interview material, a front-row account of the 1996 Grammy Awards, and never before-seen photos. This is the one book no Morrisette fan will want to be without.

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About the author (2015)

Paul Cantin's writing on Alanis Morissette has appeard in the Ottawa Sun, and he was recently nominated for a Los Angeles Music Journalism Award. He lives in Canada.

Bibliographic information

TitleAlanis Morissette: A Biography
AuthorPaul Cantin
PublisherSt. Martin's Publishing Group, 2015
ISBN1250109175, 9781250109170
Length208 pages
Subjects ›  › 

Biography & Autobiography / Music
Music / Genres & Styles / Rock
  
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