This is the perfect book for American Idol fans. It is also a great motivational book or guide for anyone who wants to compete in American Idol, The X- Factor, The Voice and or America Got Talent. The American Idol Book reviews the history of thThis book is a perfect gift for an American Idol fan. It is also a great motivational book or guide for anyone who wants to compete in American Idol, The X-Factor, The Voice and or America Got Talent. The American Idol Book reviews the history of the show from Season One to the present. It is also an entertaining technical resource as it revisits all the past American Idol Winners, and the Runner Ups life stories; detailing and summarizing the common traits that led to their success both before their appearance on the show and after their season ended. Win or Lose. This is the essential book for anyone who wants to become The Next American Idol or a success in the entertainment industry. It provides the inside tips that just may make the difference in that quest. Find out what it took to make the grade and what you or a relative or friend needs to know to make it into America's homes. If you are an American Idol hopeful you can compare your live performance experience, professional voice training, and any additional abilities, attributes, and more to past winners, and runner ups'. Do you have the X-Factor? Do you know what the X-Factor is, and if you don't have it, how can you get it? Do you know "How to Market and Promote Yourself" to get America's votes? "Step Five" will show you the way. Let the comments and suggestions of contestants, judges and psychological experts put you on the path to becoming The Next American Idol. The book also provides access to TheAmericanIdolBook.com's exclusive and extensive online reference links; providing limitless resources to ensure your success. Review contestant's auditions and performances for song selections and much more. This American Idol history book and ten-step guide is succinct and to the point without boggling your mind with unnecessary details; just the most entertaining facts that will entertain you if you're a fan -- or aid you in becoming The Next American Idol.