Behind The Shoulder Pads - Tales I Tell My Friends: The captivating, candid and hilarious new memoir from legendary actress and Sunday Times bestselling author

In her new book, "Behind the Shoulder Pads," Dame Joan Collins shares memorable moments from her eclectic and vibrant life, including her early years in Hollywood, her time on "Dynasty," and her relationships with her sister Jackie and husband Percy. The book is filled with household names and is a spectacularly entertaining tour de force.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2023
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

I am incredibly fortunate to possess an insatiable thirst for life. Throughout my remarkable journey in Hollywood and beyond, I have embarked on countless awe-inspiring adventures, but some of these tales have remained exclusively shared with my closest friends. After all, a touch of mystery adds an element of intrigue, and I often wear a knowing smile concealed behind my shoulder pads.

Until now! Prepare to embark on a captivating journey as I unveil the stories I have entrusted to my friends in my new book. Join me as I take you on an incredible odyssey, spanning from my early days as a rising star in the glamorous Hollywood era to my stiletto-stomping days in Dynasty. From the sun-kissed shores of St. Tropez to the bustling Oscars season in Los Angeles over the years, I invite you to witness the tapestry of my life.

In her poignant and revealing writing, Joan delves deep into the intricacies of love, relationships, and the profound joys of being married to her husband, Percy. With a cast of iconic figures, including the late Queen Elizabeth, Diana, Princess of Wales, Elizabeth Taylor, Michael Caine, Warren Beatty, and many more, Behind the Shoulder Pads unfolds as a spectacularly entertaining and thought-provoking tour de force. Prepare to be both delighted and shocked in equal measure as Joan invites you into her life like never before, sharing the stories that were previously reserved for her closest confidants.

Weight: 494g
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399609968