“Mr. Vance tells the stories of both SpaceX and Tesla with intricacy and insight. . . . What does come through is a sense of legitimate wonder at what humans can accomplish when they aim high, and aim weird. — Dwight Garner, New York Times
“[T]his work will likely serve as the definitive account of a man whom so far we’ve seen mostly through caricature. By the final pages, too, any reader will sense the need to put comparisons to Steve Jobs aside. Give Musk credit. There is no one like him.” — New York Times Book Review
“[A] spirited and riveting biography.” — Wall Street Journal
“The SpaceX and Tesla founder certainly sees setbacks as an unavoidable part of innovation. But a brilliant new biography paints a picture of him as an obsessive, intolerant perfectionist.” — Financial Times
“Fascinating and superbly researched…” — The Guardian UK
Veteran technology journalist Ashlee Vance offers an unprecedented look into the remarkable life of the most daring entrepreneur of our time. Elon Musk paints a portrait of a complex man who has renewed American industry and sparked new levels of innovation—from PayPal to Tesla, SpaceX, and SolarCity—overcoming hardship, earning billions, and making plenty of enemies along the way.
Ashlee Vance is the New York Times bestselling author of Elon Musk and a feature writer at Bloomberg Businessweek . He's also the host of Hello World , a travel show that centers on inventors and scientists all over the planet. Previously, he worked as a reporter for The New York Times , The Economist , and The Register .
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Ashlee Vance is an award winning feature writer for Bloomberg Businessweek magazine. Vance is also the host and writer of the Emmy-nominated "Hello World" TV series and producer of several upcoming documentary films. Previously, he worked for The New York Times and The Register. He's the author of the best-selling biography on Elon Musk and his most recent work is "When The Heavens Went on Sale" about the rise of the commercial space industry. HBO is currently developing a TV series and a documentary based on Vance's books.
Vance was born in South Africa, grew up in Texas and attended Pomona College. He has spent more than two decades covering the technology industry from San Francisco and is a noted Silicon Valley historian.
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Customers find the book captivating, enjoyable, and great. They say it's amazing to hear the stories of the early days of SpaceX and Tesla. Readers also appreciate the logical narrative presented in smooth prose. They mention the book provides genuine insights into Musk's life and interesting background for anyone trying to understand what Elon Musk is.
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'The Kelce Brothers: A Little Golden Book Biography' will be released on Oct. 15
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It's a "Love Story!"
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce 's romance is featured in a soon-to-be-released children's book about the Kansas City Chiefs tight end and his older brother, Jason Kelce .
Titled The Kelce Brothers: A Little Golden Book Biography , the animated project follows the life story of the athlete brothers, and in one section it details Kelce's relationship with Swift, 34.
"In 2023, Travis started dating singer-songwriter Taylor Swift. Their fans loved seeing Taylor cheering at Travis's games alongside his friends and family," one page reads, as the next adds, "When the Chiefs made it back to the Super Bowl in February 2024 — and Travis helped his team beat the San Francisco 49ers in overtime — Taylor was there to help him celebrate his third championship win!"
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Kelce, 34, and Swift first sparked dating rumors in September 2023, after the Midnights musician attended a handful of the NFL star's games . The two then confirmed their romance in October 2023 when they stepped out holding hands at a Saturday Night Live after party .
Since then, Kelce has supported his pop star girlfriend on numerous occasions, showing up for shows part of her Eras Tour across the globe. Swift, meanwhile, has shown her support for her athlete beau by attending many of his football games — including one earlier this month, when the Chiefs defeated the Baltimore Ravens during the NFL season opener .
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Earlier this year, a source gave PEOPLE insight into Kelce's relationship with Swift and how they make time for one another, despite their demanding schedules that often force them to be in different cities.
"It’s definitely tough to be apart, but they do everything they can to make it work and show up for each other," the source said. "They’re so in love and very, very happy together. All their friends and family can see it.”
The Kelce Brothers: A Little Golden Book Biography was written by Apple Jordan and features illustrations crafted by Macky Pamintuan.
"What's it like playing against your brother in the Super Bowl? Only Travis and Jason Kelce can answer that question!" a plot synopsis for the book states.
It continues. "Read all about what these NFL superstar brothers enjoy doing — on and off the football field — in this inspiring Little Golden Book Biography."
The Kelce Brothers: A Little Golden Book Biography will be available to purchase on Oct. 15. It can now be preordered wherever books are sold.
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Give Musk credit. There is no one like him." — New York Times Book Review "[A] spirited and riveting biography." — Wall Street Journal "The SpaceX and Tesla founder certainly sees setbacks as an unavoidable part of innovation. But a brilliant new biography paints a picture of him as an obsessive, intolerant perfectionist."
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's romance is featured in a new children's book, 'The Kelce Brothers: A Little Golden Book Biography,' which will be released on Oct. 15. The book follows the life ...
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