Grand Central Publishing (GCP), a division of Hachette Book Group, and Wren & Rook (W&R), a brand of Hachette UK, are delighted to announce the release of BILLIE EILISH, a stunning photo-filled book curated by iconic artist Billie Eilish.
BILLIE EILISH will be published in hardcover and e-book, with an audio companion on May 11, 2021 and is available for pre-order now: billieeilish.com/book
Billie Eilish is 21st world pop phenomenon of the century. Without compromise and without excuse, between her record-breaking and award-winning music and her artistry, it’s no surprise that she has become one of the greatest and most beloved artists of her generation.
Now in her first book – a stunning visual narrative journey through her life – Billie is ready to share more with her dedicated audience for the first time, including hundreds of never-before-seen photos. This gorgeous book will capture the essence of Billie inside and out, providing readers with a personal glimpse into her childhood, her life on the road, and more. It will be a must-have for every fan.
Published simultaneously with the book, Hachette will release a standalone audiobook of exclusive and unique content in which Billie reflects on her life. Including untold stories and memories of his personal life and career, from the early years to his breakout success and including memories shared by his parents, this is an audiobook like no other – offering a truly intimate window into her journey, in Billie’s own words.
Of her first book, Billie Eilish said, “I spent many hours over many months browsing my family albums and archives, selecting all the photos in this book. Hope you like it as much as I do.
Gretchen Young said, “I am absolutely thrilled to be working on iconic singer and songwriter Billie Eilish’s debut book. Her unique combination of sophisticated artistic vision and enduring creative energy shines through on every page, and the vibrant visual nature of how she chose to share herself and her truth perfectly captures the unassailable authenticity for which she is so loved by its ever-growing legions. fans. “
Laura Horsley said: “We are more than happy to publish Billie Eilish. Rebellious, intelligent, innovative and genuine, Billie is a global phenomenon and an inspiration to many. This highly anticipated book will give us a glimpse of the person beyond the icon. Fans around the world will devour it. “
Hachette will simultaneously publish English editions around the world.
Billie Eilish has become one of the biggest stars to emerge since releasing her debut single “Ocean Eyes” in 2015 and continues to break the ceiling of music with her genre-defying sound. Fast forward from her humble escape to 2019 when Billie’s album When we all fall asleep, where do we go? debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in the US as well as 17 additional countries and was the most streamed album of the year. When we all fall asleep, where do we go? was entirely written, produced and recorded by Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas in their childhood home in Los Angeles. Billie Eilish went on to make history as the youngest artist to receive nominations and win in all major categories at the 62nd Grammy Awards receiving an award for Best New Artist, Album of the Year, Record of the Year. year, song of the year and Best Pop Vocal Album. Billie Eilish is also the youngest artist to write and record an official James Bond theme song, “No Time To Die”.
