Book Description

USE THE SECRETS OF THE STARS

From one of Hollywood's premier star-makers--a four-step plan for becoming a star in everyday life

From the high school homecoming queen to Hollywood celebrities, the boss's favorite employee, or a beloved relative, there is always one person whom everyone thinks is fantastic--a person who glows with star quality. What is it about some people that makes them so special? Now Larry Thompson, one of Hollywood's foremost producers and personal managers, shows you how to use the wisdom and life secrets of the stars to shine in any arena, whether it's the career track or the social scene. You will learn to maximize personal potential, abandon self-defeating strategies, and be the magnetic, and unforgettable, presence you've always wanted to be. All it requires is utilizing four essential--and attainable--elements: Identify Your Talent: Stars are clear about what they excel in, whether it's fixing cars, taking photos, working with children, or arranging flowers Summon Your Rage: Stars have a ferocious drive to succeed--they aim in one direction and run in that direction as hard as they can Assemble a Team: All stars have supporters, mentors, advisers, and counselors Learn to be Lucky: Stars concentrate their energy on managing elements of luck they can control

This fun and effective book also includes helpful work sheets and exercises, as well as compelling stories and inspiring examples from favorite celebrities, including Stephen Spielberg, George Clooney, Drew Barrymore, William Shatner, Tom Cruise, and many more.

From the Inside Flap
Learn And Use The Success Secrets Of The Stars To Shine In Your Own Life What makes someone a Star? Hollywood film producer and personal manager to the Stars, Larry Thompson, has found the answer through his work with hundreds of celebrities, and now he shares his secrets for success that will work in anything you do. His simple step-by-step program will help you stop self-defeating behavior and start thinking like a Star. This entertaining book includes worksheets, exercises, and compelling stories about today's favorite Stars, including: *Mel Gibson *Drew Barrymore *George Clooney *Julia Roberts *Tiger Woods *Tom Cruise *Jim Carrey *Jacqueline Onassis *Barry White *Madonna *Jennifer Lopez *Shania Twain *Charlton Heston *Oprah Winfrey *Arnold Schwarzenegger *Paris Hilton *American Idol's Kelly Clarkson and Clay Aiken *And many others! "My friend Larry Thompson, a Star-Maker in Hollywood, extends his expertise to the rest of the world. A must-read for anyone who wants to be successful in business and relationships." -William Shatner "Engaging, heartfelt, and instructive - Larry's book will start you on the Road To Success." -Jane Seymour "Larry Thompson breaks down the Stars' strategies in a way that anyone can stop imagining and start living the life they have dreamed of living." - Anthony Robbins, Bestselling Author and The World Leader in Personal and Professional Coaching "Stars aren't only found in Hollywood. If you want to be a Star in any walk of life, read Larry's book and learn from his wise advice how to become fulfilled in your life and how to Shine." --Roma Downey, Star of "Touched By An Angel" "Larry's plan for personal fulfillment and Stardom will make you Shine." - John Gray, Ph.D. Why do some people always seem to grab the limelight, land the best jobs, and "Shine" in everything they do? Is it something that anyone can do? Yes, says Larry Thompson, a leading Hollywood film producer and personal manager to over 200 Stars. Stars aren't simply born--they explode themselves into existence. And you don't have to be in the movies to be a Star. No matter who you are or what you do, you have unique Talents, a special "Star Quality," and opportunities for success. But to unlock your Star potential, you need to shine a light on yourself and your dreams--using methods that have worked for countless celebrities. This book illuminates the four essential elements you need to shine in any area of your life. *Identify Your Talent: Stars must unlock their natural born gifts, and then match them with their opportunities. *Summon Your Rage: Stars have an absolute, tunnel vision, maniacal focus on fulfillment and success. *Assemble A Team: Every Star has a Team of supporters including mentors, professionals, role models, motivators, and reality checkers. *Learn To Be Lucky: Stars must create the elements of Luck they can control, and identify and act quickly on "chance occurrences" they cannot control. Shine also includes worksheets to plot your own unique "Map to Stardom." This program shows how to set specific, achievable goals. You'll learn how to look like a Star, but also how to think, act, live, and become a Star in your own life. Larry A. Thompson, Hollywood film producer, personal manager, author and motivational speaker, is the founder and President of the Los Angeles based Larry A. Thompson Organization, an entertainment company devoted to film production and personal management of talent. He and his team have represented over 200 clients including Drew Barrymore, William Shatner, Cindy Crawford, Mariska Hargitay, Barry White, Shannen Doherty, Iman, and Sonny & Cher. Having produced seventeen movies for television, including the highly acclaimed ABC World Premiere Movie "And The Beat Goes On: The Sonny and Cher Story," five motion pictures, two television series, three television specials, and various series pilots, Thompson was voted "Showman Of The Year" in 1998 by the U.S. Television Fan Association. He has received the Industry's prestigious Vision Award and his productions have received nominations for eight Emmy Awards, two Prism Awards, and a Golden Globe. He is perennially listed in Who's ! ! Who In America and Who's Who In The World. Larry lives in Beverly Hills, California with his wife, Kelly, and their daughter, Taylor.There, you can map your Road to Stardom, network with like-minded peers, and, if lucky, be awarded funding towards making your dreams of Stardom come true. Use the following code to receive the first month FREE: HC104

From the Back Cover

Learn And Use The Success Secrets Of The Stars To Shine In Your Own Life

What makes someone a Star? Hollywood film producer and personal manager to the Stars, Larry Thompson, has found the answer through his work with hundreds of celebrities, and now he shares his secrets for success that will work in anything you do. His simple step-by-step program will help you stop self-defeating behavior and start thinking like a Star. This entertaining book includes worksheets, exercises, and compelling stories about today's favorite Stars, including: Mel Gibson Drew Barrymore George Clooney Julia Roberts Tiger Woods Tom Cruise Jim Carrey Jacqueline Onassis Barry White Madonna Jennifer Lopez Shania Twain Charlton Heston Oprah Winfrey Arnold Schwarzenegger Paris Hilton American Idol's Kelly Clarkson and Clay Aiken And many others!

"My friend Larry Thompson, a Star-Maker in Hollywood, extends his expertise to the rest of the world. A must-read for anyone who wants to be successful in business and relationships."

-William Shatner

"Engaging, heartfelt, and instructive - Larry's book will start you on the Road To Success."

-Jane Seymour

"Larry Thompson breaks down the Stars' strategies in a way that anyone can stop imagining and start living the life they have dreamed of living." 

- Anthony Robbins, Bestselling Author and The World Leader in Personal and Professional Coaching

"Stars aren't only found in Hollywood. If you want to be a Star in any walk of life, read Larry's book and learn from his wise advice how to become fulfilled in your life and how to Shine."

--Roma Downey, Star of "Touched By An Angel"

"Larry's plan for personal fulfillment and Stardom will make you Shine."

- John Gray, Ph.D.

Why do some people always seem to grab the limelight, land the best jobs, and "Shine" in everything they do? Is it something that anyone can do?

Yes, says Larry Thompson, a leading Hollywood film producer and personal manager to over 200 Stars. Stars aren't simply born--they explode themselves into existence. And you don't have to be in the movies to be a Star. No matter who you are or what you do, you have unique Talents, a special "Star Quality," and opportunities for success. But to unlock your Star potential, you need to shine a light on yourself and your dreams--using methods that have worked for countless celebrities. This book illuminates the four essential elements you need to shine in any area of your life. Identify Your Talent: Stars must unlock their natural born gifts, and then match them with their opportunities. Summon Your Rage: Stars have an absolute, tunnel vision, maniacal focus on fulfillment and success. Assemble A Team: Every Star has a Team of supporters including mentors, professionals, role models, motivators, and reality checkers. Learn To Be Lucky: Stars must create the elements of Luck they can control, and identify and act quickly on "chance occurrences" they cannot control.

Shine also includes worksheets to plot your own unique "Map to Stardom." This program shows how to set specific, achievable goals. You'll learn how to look like a Star, but also how to think, act, live, and become a Star in your own life.

Larry A. Thompson, Hollywood film producer, personal manager, author and motivational speaker, is the founder and President of the Los Angeles based Larry A. Thompson Organization, an entertainment company devoted to film production and personal management of talent. He and his team have represented over 200 clients including Drew Barrymore, William Shatner, Cindy Crawford, Mariska Hargitay, Barry White, Shannen Doherty, Iman, and Sonny & Cher. Having produced seventeen movies for television, including the highly acclaimed ABC World Premiere Movie "And The Beat Goes On: The Sonny and Cher Story," five motion pictures, two television series, three television specials, and various series pilots, Thompson was voted "Showman Of The Year" in 1998 by the U.S. Television Fan Association. He has received the Industry's prestigious Vision Award and his productions have received nominations for eight Emmy Awards, two Prism Awards, and a Golden Globe. He is perennially listed in Who's Who In America and Who's Who In The World.

Larry lives in Beverly Hills, California with his wife, Kelly, and their daughter, Taylor.

For more information please visit: www.LarryThompsonOrg.com

Also visit www.ProjectRiseandShine.com to receive celebrity news and to join Larry's Good Luck ClubTM. There, you can map your Road to Stardom, network with like-minded peers, and, if lucky, be awarded funding towards making your dreams of Stardom come true. Use the following code to receive the first month FREE: HC104

About the Author

Larry A. Thompson is the founder and president of the Larry Thompson Organization, a Los Angeles-based company devoted to film production and personal management of talent. His clients have included Drew Barrymore, Cindy Crawford, Barry White, William Shatner, Richard Pryor, Delta Burke, and Sonny and Cher. He's produced numerous television movies, including And the Beat Goes On: The Sonny and Cher Story, and has received eight Emmy nominations and a Golden Globe nomination.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

From one of Hollywood's premier star-makers--a four-step plan for becoming a star in everyday life

From the high school homecoming queen to Hollywood celebrities, the boss's favorite employee, or a beloved relative, there is always one person whom everyone thinks is fantastic--a person who glows with star quality. What is it about some people that makes them so special? Now Larry Thompson, one of Hollywood's foremost producers and personal managers, shows you how to use the wisdom and life secrets of the stars to shine in any arena, whether it's the career track or the social scene. You will learn to maximize personal potential, abandon self-defeating strategies, and be the magnetic, and unforgettable, presence you've always wanted to be. All it requires is utilizing four essential--and attainable--elements: Identify Your Talent: Stars are clear about what they excel in, whether it's fixing cars, taking photos, working with children, or arranging flowersSummon Your Rage: Stars have a ferocious drive to succeed--they aim in one direction and run in that direction as hard as they canAssemble a Team: All stars have supporters, mentors, advisers, and counselorsLearn to be Lucky: Stars concentrate their energy on managing elements of luck they can control