What if fame happened to you?
That’s the question posed by J.F. Kristin in today’s guest post….
What if fame happened to you?
When I was eighteen, I began doing freelance work for rock bands and other artists as a promotional writer and web designer. Over time, I made many friends and acquaintances who were musicians, then met some of their friends who were also musicians, and so the circle grew. Some of these great folks belonged to independent bands, and others belonged to more well-known acts with a fan following.
It’s strange to get a glimpse of being on the inside looking out, even second-hand through someone you know who has experienced fame. What would you do if you knew that strangers discussed you, the things you’ve said or done, who you’re involved with, and even the clothes you’ve worn?
I’ve had friends make the argument that if you opt for a career in the spotlight, then it comes with the territory. My own argument typically advocates privacy. After all, we’re all simply human beings with a right to our lives.
The debate, though, did bring another question to mind. What if through no career choice of your own, fame happened to you? What if overnight, your life was suddenly on display for the world?
From this question, my novel Rock Star’s Girl was born. It explores what happens when overnight celebrity comes unexpectedly, and then goes horribly wrong.
Thank you, and I hope you enjoy the book.
–J.F. Kristin
by J.F. Kristin, aka Jennifer Farwell
4.6 stars – 5 Reviews
Here’s the set-up:
Emily Watts just wants a weekend break from the workaholic hours she’s taken on to keep her business — a popular fashion-snark web site — up and running. What she gets is overnight celebrity and a career-killing media scandal.While taking time out to attend a concert in support of friend Jesse Cinder, a struggling musician, Emily meets Cory Sampson, the lead singer of a chart-topping rock band. When she agrees to a date with Cory, making entertainment headlines is the last thing she expects. Even so, it’s a minor surprise by comparison to her discovery that in the music world, media notoriety trumps all. Tabloid allegations erupt when Cory and fame-hungry Jesse use Emily for personal gain, and her tarnished image spells disaster — personally and professionally. To save the web site and writing career she’s made her life and dream, Emily must go from being a pawn in the Hollywood headline game to becoming the media mastermind.
What readers are saying about Rock Star’s Girl:
“I can’t recommend this book enough. If you are a fan of the music scene or ever just wondered ‘what if’ about a rock star, this is going to grab your attention and hold it from page one through the end.” -Just Jump review
“The book made me laugh and cry and I just couldn’t put it down until I finished it. Would I recommend this to a friend? Absolutely! I recommend what I love and I truly loved this. I would give it 5 of 5 stars, not only for the excellent writing but for the lesson on not believing everything you read in the gossip column.” -My Life, My Randomness review
“Rock Star’s Girl is a compelling, entertaining and amusing read. If you’re in the mood for some light-hearted romance with a smart and savvy edge, I encourage you to pick it up. But be forewarned — it’s difficult to put down.” -Amazon review
“Great book! Very enjoyable. Read it in one sitting flying from SLC to MEM … I want to know HOW much of the book was real and WHO the muso was.” -Amazon review”The ending surprised me, but I liked it. It’s not what you’d usually expect and it was refreshing … if you’re like me and you love storylines that involve Hollywood, celebrities, rock stars and actors you’ll enjoy this book.” -Goodreads review
