📖 We All Shine On - John, Yoko, & Me - new autobiography by Elliot Mintz

[Julia Stanisławska]

Omg! It's finally at my place. I've been following Elliot on Facebook and read his stories about John and Yoko for around 10 years. I can't wait to read the whole book.

 

[LordGoodgod]

Has anyone else read this morning's great new interview with Elliot in SPIN? Marvelous insight. My copy comes tomorrow - can't wait!!

Friends, Forever: Elliot Mintz On His Decade With John And Yoko - SPIN

When John Lennon and Yoko Ono had something important on their minds or just wanted to vent about politics, religion, weight loss injections, or the

www.spin.com

 

[CynCP]

I have been reading since this morning - alternating between the ebook and Audible versions (as I had intermittent things to do which required my visual attention, like driving ). Mesmerizing! Thus far, Elliot's book is chock full of fascinating insights about John and Yoko!

 

[Renee731]

Is anyone else going to the Barnes & Noble event at the Grove in Hollywood/LA?

Tonight’s Q&A in Los Angeles with Elliot Mintz was absolutely magical. It was so lovely to hear him speak about his relationship with John & Yoko. Elliot is such a warm person. Looking forward to reading the book.

 

[LordGoodgod]

This is too great for words. Just to have it in my hands finally is powerful! I just read the introduction and it is already an ethereal and gripping experience. I look forward to taking in every word of this invaluable addition to the world of John & Yoko.

 

[Brian Of Nazareth]

Elliot’s book has arrived today. Looking forward to hearing Elliot’s perspective.

I like to read many different perspectives. When one reads the perspective of many, then one does only see half of a story. No one will ever know the story of a person apart from that one person.

I think the closest we’d ever get is a book from the magnificent Yoko, but unfortunately I think that ship will never sail.

 

[beatlesaint]

Elliot’s book has arrived today. Looking forward to hearing Elliot’s perspective.

I like to read many different perspectives. When one reads the perspective of many, then one does only see half of a story. No one will ever know the story of a person apart from that one person.

I think the closest we’d ever get is a book from the magnificent Yoko, but unfortunately I think that ship will never sail.

Yes, there have been rumours over the years that she was working on her autobiography but nothing ever substantial. Its a shame as it would have been a fascoinating read, and not just the period of her life with John.

 

[LordGoodgod]

The fantastic and eloquent musician/writer Wesley Stace (better known as John Wesley Harding) has contributed a dual review to the Wall Street Journal of both Elliot's book and the Mind Games standalone book. A recommended read!

https://www.wsj.com/arts-culture/books/we-all-shine-on-and-mind-games-fragments-of-john-and-yoko-27e2f9ed?st=w4s8sU&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink&fbclid=IwY2xjawGI0JlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHQi1Omhgpc4N_-QVLvX3u0Sbie_yFsR4rsN_frltHwu4JNRCJ8N1hmo3oQ_aem_eI2pAyzMBf-sHsswUzAVsg

 

[Julia Stanisławska]

Yes, there have been rumours over the years that she was working on her autobiography but nothing ever substantial. Its a shame as it would have been a fascoinating read, and not just the period of her life with John.

That were only rumours. She said many times over the years that she was not able to do it. Because it was too emotional for her. But I recommend reading the interviews with her. Yoko said many things about her and John.

 

[Julia Stanisławska]

Yes, there have been rumours over the years that she was working on her autobiography but nothing ever substantial. Its a shame as it would have been a fascoinating read, and not just the period of her life with John.

Look at imaginepeace.There are many interviews here. This is probably my favorite.
“You know when John passed away we had been trying not to eat chocolate, to be healthy. He loved chocolate so much, but I would say, ‘Let’s not do that.’ But two nights before he died, he was in the studio, and I thought I’d go out and buy something.

“I thought, ‘Why don’t I get him a chocolate bar?’ So I came back with a bar of chocolate… ” her voice trails off, and suddenly the eyes looking at me from behind the trademark dark glasses are filled with tears. “Even now it makes me choke up a bit.” She starts to sob gently, but takes a deep breath and continues: “I didn’t know he was going to die, but he was so happy that I got him chocolate. Isn’t that amazing?”

Ono says that she does not fear death, adding that she ignored a warning that her recent involvement with an anti-fracking campaign might endanger her life: “Whenever I do something that I believe in, I think, ‘Well, this might kill me, but if I’m killed I’m going to be with John, so it doesn’t matter.” She laughs

https://www.imaginepeace.com/archives/19992

 

[Ingryd Medeiros]

Look at imaginepeace.There are many interviews here. This is probably my favorite.
“You know when John passed away we had been trying not to eat chocolate, to be healthy. He loved chocolate so much, but I would say, ‘Let’s not do that.’ But two nights before he died, he was in the studio, and I thought I’d go out and buy something.

“I thought, ‘Why don’t I get him a chocolate bar?’ So I came back with a bar of chocolate… ” her voice trails off, and suddenly the eyes looking at me from behind the trademark dark glasses are filled with tears. “Even now it makes me choke up a bit.” She starts to sob gently, but takes a deep breath and continues: “I didn’t know he was going to die, but he was so happy that I got him chocolate. Isn’t that amazing?”

Ono says that she does not fear death, adding that she ignored a warning that her recent involvement with an anti-fracking campaign might endanger her life: “Whenever I do something that I believe in, I think, ‘Well, this might kill me, but if I’m killed I’m going to be with John, so it doesn’t matter.” She laughs

https://www.imaginepeace.com/archives/19992

"Well, this might kill me, but if I’m killed I’m going to be with John, so it doesn’t matter"

Woah...

 

[smithy20]

My Signed copy arrived on Friday can't wait to start reading

 

[Madeline Bocaro]

Here is my review of Elliot’s wonderful book…
MY REVIEW: We All Shine On

 

[beatlesaint]

There's a 4 part Q & A with Elliot on You Tube from the Barnes & Noble book signing on 22 October that is worth watching.
Not sure about the rules of posting links etc so if you search the below you'll find it easily

Elliot Mintz Q&A on Memoir About John Lennon & Yoko Ono, Pt. 1/4​

 

[Georgescrackerbox]

finally got my copy of the book,cant wait to start reading

 

[Starshyne9]

I finally got my signed copy from the Fest for Beatle fans. I started reading it yesterday. So far so good!

 

[Starshyne9]

I have finished the book, and I liked it way more than I thought I would. I am going to be honest (and I apologize to those here who are friends of Elliot) and say that I have always found Elliot creepy. Sometime about him seemed extremely plastic and gross. I think it has in part to do with how much photoshop he has done on the photographs he shared in the past on Facebook. So I didn't expect much from this book, but I really enjoyed it and it was interesting to hear a story that I have heard before, but from Elliot's point of view.

I can't believe that he asked Yoko the question that I think we all have thought about over the years and Yoko's answer freaked me out some. Anyone care to talk with me about that?

 

[Jane smith]

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Una mirada personal y reveladora a los últimos diez años de la vida de John Lennon y su relación con Yoko Ono, escrita por el amigo que mejor los conoció.

En 1972, Elliot Mintz instaló una luz roja en su dormitorio en Laurel Canyon. Cuando empezaba a parpadear, significaba que John Lennon o Yoko Ono (o a veces ambos) lo estaban llamando. Lo hicieron casi todos los días durante casi diez años, lo que provocó que Mintz mantuviera conversaciones telefónicas de varias horas a altas horas de la noche que prácticamente lo consumieron durante la mayor parte de una década.

En We All Shine On , Mintz, un ex presentador de radio y televisión de Los Ángeles, relata la historia de cómo comenzó su improbable amistad y adónde lo llevó a lo largo de los años, revelando los altibajos de una relación salvaje, conmovedora, desgarradora y, a veces, impactante.

Mintz lleva a los lectores al interior de los santuarios internos de John y Yoko, incluido su amplio apartamento en el séptimo piso del legendario edificio Dakota de Nueva York, donde Mintz era una especie de elemento semipermanente, convirtiéndose finalmente en el confidente más cercano y confiable de los Lennon.
Mintz estuvo con John y Yoko en sus momentos creativos más destacados, en sus relaciones y en sus desafíos privados, en sus fascinantes interacciones con los otros ex Beatles y en el momento más feliz de su vida juntos, el nacimiento de su hijo, Sean.

También estuvo al lado de Yoko después del asesinato de John en la puerta del Dakota: no solo fue testigo de todo, sino una figura clave en el drama de las extraordinarias vidas de John y Yoko.

We All Shine On es una lectura obligada para los fans de los Beatles y de Lennon, que ofrece una visión íntima y cercana de uno de los artistas más célebres del siglo XX, así como de uno de los matrimonios más fascinantes. Pero también es una historia de relaciones con la que casi todo el mundo puede identificarse, un relato sobre la colaboración, la lealtad y la confianza y, sobre todo, el legado duradero de una amistad verdadera y profunda.

Lanzamiento el 22 de octubre de 2024. Reserva ahora .

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ELLIOT MINTZ​ Elliot Mintz es un consultor de medios profesional que ha trabajado con personalidades como John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Bob Dylan, Paris Hilton, Diana Ross y muchos más. Antes de ser consultor, Mintz trabajó como DJ de radio y presentador de televisión y se desempeñó como corresponsal de entretenimiento para Eyewitness News en KABC.

Elliot must have been so important to the making of so many of John's artistic works of life, what a lucky man ! He must surely have gems of anecdotes to tell about the amazing wonderful life of these Big stars like John and Yoko, I hope to buy my copy of the book soon!