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Never Judge A Book By Its Cover : The Autobiography
Lisa Riley won the hearts of the nation as she danced for her life, now it's time to read her life...
NEVER JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER is the inspirational and moving story of how a fairytale came true. From her beginnings in Bury, Lisa became the darling of television and stage. But it was on STRICTLY COME DANCING that she wowed the nation with her energy, sparkle and never-ending enthusiasm.
This talented lass from Bury has, at last, brought a real woman's figure to our screens and allowed women to say, 'this is me: take it or leave it'.
Lisa's message is clear: whatever size you are, and whatever life throws at you, be who you want to be and stay true to yourself!
NEVER JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER is the inspirational and moving story of how a fairytale came true. From her beginnings in Bury, Lisa became the darling of television and stage. But it was on STRICTLY COME DANCING that she wowed the nation with her energy, sparkle and never-ending enthusiasm.
This talented lass from Bury has, at last, brought a real woman's figure to our screens and allowed women to say, 'this is me: take it or leave it'.
Lisa's message is clear: whatever size you are, and whatever life throws at you, be who you want to be and stay true to yourself!
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318 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2013
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January 1, 2014
Being a Strictly fan, this book was an obvious choice for the Christmas wish list. I picked it up on Boxing Day and finished it the next day, partly because it's a really easy read and partly because Lisa's story is just so engrossing. Never having been a soap fan, I knew nothing about Lisa Riley before Strictly, but I loved watching her in the series and again on tour and in Strictly Confidential.
I'm often bored by the 'early lives of celebrities' but Lisa's passion for the stage comes through from page one and kept me hooked as I read about how performing in her Gran's living room gave way to stage school and then the small screen. Lisa is honest about the highs and lows of being an unlikely celebrity. From her Mum's battle with cancer to the glory days of Strictly's sequined madness, her story is both touching and hilarious, and it was a toss up whether I shed more tears of laughter or sadness.
She's also not shy about drawing lessons from her experience: talent isn't enough without hard work; be proud of who you really are; always count your blessings. If you want a dose of the inspiration that kept viewers voting Lisa through the rounds of Strictly, this book is well worth a read.
I'm often bored by the 'early lives of celebrities' but Lisa's passion for the stage comes through from page one and kept me hooked as I read about how performing in her Gran's living room gave way to stage school and then the small screen. Lisa is honest about the highs and lows of being an unlikely celebrity. From her Mum's battle with cancer to the glory days of Strictly's sequined madness, her story is both touching and hilarious, and it was a toss up whether I shed more tears of laughter or sadness.
She's also not shy about drawing lessons from her experience: talent isn't enough without hard work; be proud of who you really are; always count your blessings. If you want a dose of the inspiration that kept viewers voting Lisa through the rounds of Strictly, this book is well worth a read.
June 16, 2017
Easy read
Nice easy read some funny stories but towards the end of the book it got a bit repetitive about each week she appeared. on strictly come dancing. Started to get board towards the end of the. book.
Nice easy read some funny stories but towards the end of the book it got a bit repetitive about each week she appeared. on strictly come dancing. Started to get board towards the end of the. book.
November 30, 2023
Love this lady, its nice light reading, too get to know her
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June 21, 2024
Not exactly a page turner.
Ok to read a couple of chapters at bedtime.
I admire most of Lisa's attitude but sometimes she contradicts herself.
Ok to read a couple of chapters at bedtime.
I admire most of Lisa's attitude but sometimes she contradicts herself.
February 12, 2014
I remembered Lisa in Emmerdale and Fat Friends but really feel in love with her personality when she was on strictly.
What can I say, I LOVED this book she made me laugh out loud and cry along with her in places.
This is definitely a read I would recommend to anyone even if you aren't familiar with who Miss Riley is.
What can I say, I LOVED this book she made me laugh out loud and cry along with her in places.
This is definitely a read I would recommend to anyone even if you aren't familiar with who Miss Riley is.
May 8, 2016
It was quite interesting reading about Lisa's Strictly experience because I watched the show and so saw the same events from a very different perspective, I.e. safe on the sofa, which is very different. This book seemed to skate along the surface of life and I can't remember much about it only a day or two later.
November 20, 2013
Quite enjoyed this one. Don't watch Emmerdale Farm so only read it because of the Strictly connection. You see a different side to her in this book - quite moving in places.
August 22, 2014
Fantastic read, from her beginning to strictly. All highs and lows and how we can all achieve it, especially with a loving family to support you. Loved it.
November 21, 2014
Very honest insight into Lisa's life. She does not pretend to be perfect and acknowledges her past mistakes, therefore she can be considered (in my opinion) a good role model for young people.
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