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The Maddie Diaries: A Memoir

by Maddie Ziegler

A young performer’s account of building a career in dance and entertainment

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A young performer’s account of building a career in dance and entertainment

Maddie Ziegler’s memoir traces her early rise from joining Dance Moms at eight to work in music videos, touring and acting. Dance is the starting point, but the account also addresses the demands of growing up in the entertainment world and the effort Ziegler says she put into her career. Alongside reflections on lessons learned and ways she maintains balance, she responds to questions from fans with advice drawn from her experience. The book brings together a young performer’s account of public success and the work behind it, with a focus on pursuing ambitions while navigating life as a teenager.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Teens and young adults interested in memoirs about growing up in the public eye
  • Readers curious about dance, television and entertainment careers
  • Fans of Maddie Ziegler seeking her perspective and advice

Themes

Coming of ageDance and performanceAmbition and hard workLife in the entertainment industryMaintaining balance

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Book overview

In this New York Times bestselling memoir, the incredibly talented breakout star of Dance Moms and judge on So You Think You Can Dance brings her uplifting coming-of-age story about following her dreams and working hard to achieve success in both the dance world and in life.Maddie Ziegler knew one day she'd be a star--she just didn't know how soon that day would come. At just eight years old, she was cast on Lifetime's hit reality show Dance Moms and quickly won the hearts of fans everywhere with her natural talent and determination. Soon, she was capturing attention from all over--including pop superstar Sia, who cast her as her dance double in the incredibly popular music video for her hit song "Chandelier." The rest, as they say, was history. In this inspirational memoir, Maddie explains the hard work she put into her rise to stardom and how she keeps her balance along the way--starring in music videos, going on tour, and becoming an actress in The Book of Henry with Naomi Watts and Jacob Tremblay. She also answers her fans' burning questions with wise advice she's learned on her journey. With honesty, charm, and humor, Maddie offers her unique perspective on making her way in the entertainment world as a young teenager, reflecting on the lessons she's learned--and preparing for the exciting road ahead.
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