BEN FONG-TORRES reading & book signing for "Becoming Almost Famous" Thursday, June 1st at 7 pm at The Booksmith (1644 Haight Street in San Francisco)
"Becoming Almost Famous: My Back Pages in Music, Writing, and Life" is a collection of favorite articles from Ben Fong-Torres, the pioneering music writer. This new book features pieces on Paul McCartney, the summer of love, the Rolling Stones, groupies of the 80s, etc…. And through insightful introductions, the author offers a backstage view of the writing process, from getting an assignment and developing an idea to completing an article for publication.
From 1969 to 1981, Ben Fong-Torres was one of the "star" writers on staff at Rolling Stone - the "scruffy rock journal" that metamorphosed into one of the most powerful voices of a generation. His role as a rock critic was portrayed in the celebrated film, Almost Famous.
Author events are free and are sponsored by The Booksmith (1644 Haight Street in San Francisco). For further information, call 415-863-8688 or visit www.booksmith.com If you can't attend this event and would like to order a signed copy of the author's new book, please email or phone our store.
