Books by Michelle Morgan

Marilyn Monroe: Private and Undisclosed

by Michelle Morgan

A comprehensive and meticulously researched treasure trove of information that brings to light the ordinary domestic details to the countless controversies of Marilyn Monroe's life. Dozens of people who knew or were related to Marilyn — from the key players in her life (family, friends, and colleagues) to casual acquaintances — cover Marilyn's foster childhood to her mysterious death. This is a candid, human portrait of a woman whose star has only become brighter with passing generations.

The Ice Cream Blonde: The Whirlwind Life and Mysterious Death of Screwball Comedienne Thelma Todd

by Michelle Morgan

A beloved film comedienne who worked alongside the Marx Brothers, Laurel and Hardy, and dozens of others, Thelma Todd was a rare Golden Age star who successfully crossed over from silent films to talkies. This authoritative new biography traces Todd’s life from a vivacious little girl who tried to assuage her parents’ grief over her brother’s death, to an aspiring teacher turned reluctant beauty queen, to an outspoken movie starlet and restaurateur.

Increasingly disenchanted with Hollywood, in 1934 Todd opened Thelma Todd’s Sidewalk Café, a hot spot that attracted fans, tourists, and celebrities. Despite success in film and business, privately the beautiful actress was having a difficult year–receiving disturbing threats from a stranger known as the Ace and having her home ransacked–when she was found dead in a garage near her café. An inquest concluded that her death, at age just twenty-nine, was accidental, but in a thorough new investigation that draws on interviews, photographs, documents, and extortion notes–much of these not previously available to the public–Michelle Morgan offers a compelling new theory, suggesting the sequence of events on the night of her death and arguing what many people have long suspected: that Thelma was murdered.

But by whom?

The suspects include Thelma’s movie-director lover, her would-be-gangster ex-husband, and the thugs who were pressuring her to install gaming tables in her popular café–including a new, never-before-named mobster. This fresh examination on the eightieth anniversary of the star's death is sure to interest any fan of Thelma Todd, of Hollywood's Golden Age, or of gripping real-life murder mysteries.

The Little Book of Marilyn: Inspiration from the Goddess of Glam

by Michelle Morgan

A lifestyle guide and tribute to the style, glamour, and showmanship of Hollywood's most iconic star, with Marilyn-inspired lessons and inspiration for today's woman.

While the 1950s was in many ways an era of repression for women, Marilyn Monroe broke barriers and rebelled against convention -- and charmed the world with her beauty, talent, and irresistible personality. Filled with gorgeous photos, The Little Book of Marilyn will show you how to bring a touch of that glamour into your own life through:

Tutorials on recreating the star's makeup looks Style advice and tips on where to find Marilyn-like fashions Décor ideas from Marilyn's own homes Everyday inspiration from her life that will let your inner Marilyn shine, and much more!

Marilyn: Collectible Magnets and Mini Posters (RP Minis)

by Michelle Morgan

Bring the glamour of Marilyn Monroe to your home with this keepsake magnetic photo album and mini posters book featuring iconic photography of the Hollywood legend. Kit includes:
5 magnets Set of twenty 2-1/2 x 3" posters Magnets and posters all feature gorgeous full-color and black-and-white images of Marilyn shot by photographers Milton H. Greene, Sam Shaw, and Bernard of Hollywood Keepsake magnetic closure box album for the posters and magnets, with magnets housed in individual display sleeves

Day by Day with Marilyn: A 12-Month Undated Planner

by Michelle Morgan

Bring Marilyn Monroe's glamour and personality into your own world, day by day. This stylish 12-month planner includes:

Notes on happenings in Marilyn's life on given days of the year, to keep you inspired. More than sixty full-color and black-and-white photographs throughout. Undated weekly and monthly overviews for recording dates and appointments. Pages for tracking goals and to-do lists. A ribbon marker.

Friends: A to Z Guide and Trivia Deck

by Michelle Morgan

Test your expertise of Friends—all of the characters, food, Central Perk, quotable lines, funny moments, and awkward situations—with this one-of-a-kind trivia collection based on the classic episode "The One with the Embryos."

Trivia Game: Gather your favorite friends for a lightning round of trivia with a set of 50 cards (3 X 5) featuring 200 questions; the set is based on the game created by Ross Geller in the episode "The One with the Embryos" Book Included: Don't forget to brush up on your knowledge with the Friends A to Z Guide, a paperback book packed with encyclopedic entries on the show's characters, props, places, and situations, featuring full-color photography throughout Great Solo or in Groups: This game works for solo play as well as groups of 2, 3, or more Gift Box: Card deck and book set packaged in a full-color printed magnetic closure box that's sturdy for continued use Perfect Gift: A unique gift for fans of Friends Officially Licensed: Authentic trivia set and A to Z guide

Before Marilyn The Blue Book Modeling Years

by Michelle Morgan, Astrid Franse

Before Marilyn tells the story of Marilyn Monroe's modelling career, during which time she was signed to the famous Blue Book Agency in Hollywood. The head of the agency, Miss Emmeline Snively, saw potential in the young woman and kept detailed records and correspondence throughout their professional relationship and beyond.
On the day of Monroe's funeral, Snively gave an interview from her office, talking about the girl she had discovered, before announcing, rather dramatically, that she was closing the lid on her Marilyn Monroe archive that day - to 'lock it away forever'.
This archive was purchased by Astrid Franse, and together with bestselling Marilyn Monroe biographer Michelle Morgan they draw on this collection of never-before-seen documents, letters and much, much more.
Before Marilyn explores an aspect of Monroe's life that has never been fully revealed - by charting every modelling job she did, and illustrating the text with rare and unpublished photographs of the young model and her mentor.

Friends Holiday Armadillo

by Michelle Morgan, Warner Bros. Consumer Products Inc.

Merry Christmas . . . and Happy Hannukah! Celebrate the season with the Friends Holiday Armadillo, Santa's representative for all the southern states . . . and Mexico.

• Collectible Figurine: This one-of-a-kind 3 inch replica of the Holiday Armadillo brings festive flair to your desktop, office, or dorm room
• Includes Mini Book: Also includes a 48-page mini book on Friends holiday traditions, episodes, and the story of the Holiday Armadillo
• For Your Desktop: Small size allows for fun anytime, anywhere and is perfect for display on a mantle or desktop
• Perfect Stocking Stuffer and White Elephant Gift: Must-have gift sure to delight any Friends fan at the holidays or any time of year
• Officially Licensed: Authentic Friends collectible

Friends: Central Perk Light-Up Sign

by Michelle Morgan

Bring the warmth and fun of Central Perk to your home or office with this special light-up version of the iconic coffee shop sign from Friends.

• Specifications: 3-1/2 x 3 inch LED light-up Central Perk sign mounted on a base
• Book Included: 48-page book filled with essential information on Central Perk, a guide to great moments set at the café, and more, featuring full-color photos from the show throughout
• Perfect Gift: Must-have gift item for fans of Friends
• For Your Desktop: Small size allows for fun anytime, anywhere and is perfect for a mantle or desktop
• Officially Licensed: Authentic Friends collectible

Friends: Framed Photo With Sound!

by Michelle Morgan

Celebrate everyone's favorite award-winning comedy series with this mini replica of Monica's peephole frame that plays iconic quotes from Friends at the push of a button.

• Specifications: 2-3/4 x 3-1/4 inch replica of the iconic Friends yellow peephole frame from Monica's apartment with full-color images to switch in and out
• With Sound: Plays 10 iconic quotes from Monica, Joey, Chandler, Rachel, Phoebe, and Ross at the push of a button
• Book Included: 48-page mini book with favorite quotes from the show and full-color photos
• Perfect Gift: A must-have gift item for fans of Friends
• Portable: Small size adds fun to any desktop surface
• Officially Licensed: Authentic collectible

Friends: Desktop Central Perk

by Michelle Morgan

Bring your favorite coffee shop from Friends to your home or office with this special desktop mini kit featuring the iconic set pieces from Central Perk.

• Specifications: This one-of-a-kind replica of Central Perk includes a mini-size 3-1/2 inch couch, coffee table, rug, and illustrated backdrop, perfect for any desk or table setting
• Illustrated Mini Book: Includes a 48-page mini book with memorable moments from Central Perk
• Perfect Gift: This must-have collectible set is sure to delight any Friends fan
• For Your Desktop: Small size allows for fun anytime, anywhere and is perfect for a mantle or desktop
• Officially Licensed: Authentic collectible

Gilmore Girls: Stars Hollow Light-Up Sign

by Michelle Morgan

Transport yourself to the lovable northeastern town of Stars Hollow with this special kit that celebrates Gilmore Girls.

• Specifications: 3-1/2 x 3-inch light-up Stars Hollow sign with display stand
• Book included: 48-page book filled with essential information on Stars Hollow and featuring full-color photos from the show throughout
• Perfect Gift: Must-have gift item for fans of Gilmore Girls
• For Your Desktop: Small size allows for fun anytime, anywhere and is perfect for a mantle or desktop
• Officially Licensed: Authentic collectible

Gilmore Girls: Trivia Deck and Episode Guide

by Michelle Morgan

In this officially licensed card game and book set, Gilmore Girls fans can relive their favorite characters and moments with this one-of-a-kind trivia collection based on the entire series.

• Trivia Game: Includes 50 full-color printed trivia cards, featuring 200 questions to test your expertise of the Gilmore Girls
• Book Included: An accompanying 88-page episode guide offers short plot synopses of all 153 episodes, with full-color images throughout
• Great Solo or in Groups: This game works for solo play as well as groups of 2, 3, or more
• Gift Box: Card deck and book set packaged in a full-color printed magnetic closure box that's sturdy for continued use
• Perfect Gift: A unique gift for fans of the Gilmore Girls
• Officially Licensed: Authentic trivia set and episode guide

Guac-a-Mole An Avocado Smashing Game

by Michelle Morgan

Guac-a-Mole is the perfectly portable whacking game! Race to bop the avocado-moles (aka guac-a-moles) when they light up before time runs out.

• Specifications: Mini game measures approx. 2-3/4 x 3-3/4 inches, featuring light and sound effects
• Portable: Small size allows for some guac-a-mole bopping fun anytime, anywhere
• Miniature book: Includes a companion mini book with full-color illustrations
• Perfect gift: Makes a great gift item for fans of guacamole and/or Whac-a-Mole