Sheila Weller Books
Sheila Weller is a bestselling author and award-winning journalist whose work delves into the lives of women, social issues, and cultural history. She is known for her in-depth investigative journalism, exploring the societal and legal implications of significant events and chronicling the journeys of influential women. Weller possesses a distinct ability to capture the essence of her time and offer insightful perspectives on social change.
Pomellato: Since 1967
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
marks a significant milestone in the history of the renowned Milanese jewelry house, Pomellato. The book delves into the brand's evolution, showcasing its innovative designs and craftsmanship that have redefined luxury jewelry. It features stunning visuals of iconic pieces, highlights the artistry behind each creation, and explores the brand's influence on fashion and culture over the decades. Through interviews and anecdotes, it captures the essence of Pomellato's legacy and its commitment to contemporary elegance.
Girls Like Us
- 584 pages
- 21 hours of reading
A portrait of three of the twentieth century's most important musical artists offers a female perspective on coming of age during the 1960s as viewed through the lives and careers of Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Carly Simon.
Carrie Fisher: A Life on the Edge
- 432 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Weller traces Carrie Fisher's life from her Hollywood royalty roots to her untimely and shattering death after Christmas 2016. We follow Fisher's acting career, from her debut in Shampoo to the role in Star Wars which catapulted her to instant fame. We explore her complex relationships with singer/composer Paul Simon and with talent agent Bryan Lourd, as well as her leap from actress to bestselling author. Fisher lived with serious bipolar disorder and an inherited drug addiction. Despite crises and overdoses, her work as an actor, a novelist and memoirist, a script doctor, a hostess, and a friend create a portrayal of a woman who was a feminist heroine. -- Adapted from jacket
A provocative critique of three influential women in television broadcast news draws on exclusive interviews with colleagues and confidantes to reveal how their ambition, intellect, and talent rendered them cultural icons.
Sourced by friends, colleagues, and witnesses to all stages of Fisher's life, this work is an affectionate and even-handed portrayal of a woman whose unsurpassed honesty is a reminder of how things should be
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