Whether she’s hanging out with Robert De Niro or living homeless on the streets of New York City—schmoozing with Nine Inch Nails on their tour bus, dancing muddy at Woodstock ’94, or escaping from a locked psychiatric unit—Leah-Carla Gordone a/k/a “Em-Gee” (Motorgirl) breaks the speed limit in this inspiring and compelling autobiography about one woman's struggle with bipolar disorder and her extraordinary quest for her soul mate and recognition as an actress/singer/songwriter/guitarist, so buckle up!
"Ms. Gordone has written an incredible odyssey...Anyone who lives with or has to deal with bipolar issues needs to read this book, not once but three or four times...Read it and find out how the creative process can be either the salvation of the soul or the rack on which we place our idols." - Peter Brown, Literary Agent, Amazon.com Review
“THE MOTORGIRL MEMOIRS is magical! An eloquently written, honest, and compelling masterpiece with rich and colorful insights into manic-depression that will bring you to tears. Leah-Carla Gordone takes you on a funky, urban adventure with her emotionally riveting character, Em-Gee, who has the soul of a rock star, a super hero, and a pixie all rolled into one brave and awesome Bipolar babe!” – Taj Bell, Author and Illustrator of children’s book The Little Night Fairy
"From-the-gut rock & roll…Gordone takes you along on a cinematic rollercoaster ride that details her life as a manic-depressive and substance abuser, imaginatively rendering her life's story using an alter-ego character named Em-Gee." – Music Connection Magazine
“I love this book. It is a deep and gripping insight into an uncommon life and mind. Leah Carla Gordone allows us into the inner workings of a woman who lived life from depths that few have experienced. A woman who searches for angels and soul mates sometimes from the depths of hell, only to return always to a place of profound creativity and somehow, salvation. Her willingness to share her story is courageous enough, but the way she writes it down is close to brilliant. I have had the honor of seeing her read it live and play her songs. If you ever get a chance to experience Leah live, it is something to behold. Read this book. I didn't want it to end.” – Suesan Stovall
“LEAH-CARLA GORDONE IS A POWERFUL, AUTHENTIC SINGER WHO LIVES HER MUSIC BY VOICING HER CONVICTIONS THROUGH HER PASSIONATE, POETIC SONGS. IN A WAY, SHE’S A THROWBACK TO THE BEST TRADITIONS OF THE 60S, BUT SHE SIMULTANEOUSLY LEADS THE CUTTING EDGE OF THE NEW MILLENNIUM, FOR THOSE WHO APPRECIATE MUSIC AS SUBSTANCE, RATHER THAN STYLE, AND HOPE FOR IT TO 'LIGHT THE WAY." - PETER YARROW (of PETER, PAUL and MARY)
“You have affected me profoundly with your book. I hope it is not your last. You need no longer seek fame. You are already there. You just need to wait for the rest of the world to catch up.” – J.S. Warner
“LEAH-CARLA GORDONE IS A ROSE CREEPING THROUGH FISSURES IN GRAFFITI-STAINED CONCRETE…A QUALITY TO HER SINGING SHARED BY THE GREATEST FEMALE SINGERS…EDITH PIAF, JONI MITCHELL AND BILLIE HOLIDAY.” - THE WOODSTOCK TIMES
“I have been waiting for this book for years! Every page has a laughing and crying moment. It is the most genuine, touching, hysterical, brilliant, moving book ever written and if I had enough money, I would order one for everyone I know. I am a big fan of Leah's music, art, performing... everything, and this book just goes above and beyond all creations. She has surpassed all of my former favorite authors. When I first got the book, I couldn't put it down until I was finished and now I pick it up all the time and read certain passages and moments. It really is the book of all books and I can't recommend it enough.” – Kerry Vera Lea
"A triumphant story of feminine resilience and beauty.” – Lo Galluccio, Author of Hot Rain, Sarasota VII, and Terrible Baubles
"Ms. Gordone has written an incredible odyssey...Anyone who lives with or has to deal with bipolar issues needs to read this book, not once but three or four times...Read it and find out how the creative process can be either the salvation of the soul or the rack on which we place our idols." - Peter Brown, Literary Agent, Amazon.com Review
“THE MOTORGIRL MEMOIRS is magical! An eloquently written, honest, and compelling masterpiece with rich and colorful insights into manic-depression that will bring you to tears. Leah-Carla Gordone takes you on a funky, urban adventure with her emotionally riveting character, Em-Gee, who has the soul of a rock star, a super hero, and a pixie all rolled into one brave and awesome Bipolar babe!” – Taj Bell, Author and Illustrator of children’s book The Little Night Fairy
"From-the-gut rock & roll…Gordone takes you along on a cinematic rollercoaster ride that details her life as a manic-depressive and substance abuser, imaginatively rendering her life's story using an alter-ego character named Em-Gee." – Music Connection Magazine
“I love this book. It is a deep and gripping insight into an uncommon life and mind. Leah Carla Gordone allows us into the inner workings of a woman who lived life from depths that few have experienced. A woman who searches for angels and soul mates sometimes from the depths of hell, only to return always to a place of profound creativity and somehow, salvation. Her willingness to share her story is courageous enough, but the way she writes it down is close to brilliant. I have had the honor of seeing her read it live and play her songs. If you ever get a chance to experience Leah live, it is something to behold. Read this book. I didn't want it to end.” – Suesan Stovall
“LEAH-CARLA GORDONE IS A POWERFUL, AUTHENTIC SINGER WHO LIVES HER MUSIC BY VOICING HER CONVICTIONS THROUGH HER PASSIONATE, POETIC SONGS. IN A WAY, SHE’S A THROWBACK TO THE BEST TRADITIONS OF THE 60S, BUT SHE SIMULTANEOUSLY LEADS THE CUTTING EDGE OF THE NEW MILLENNIUM, FOR THOSE WHO APPRECIATE MUSIC AS SUBSTANCE, RATHER THAN STYLE, AND HOPE FOR IT TO 'LIGHT THE WAY." - PETER YARROW (of PETER, PAUL and MARY)
“You have affected me profoundly with your book. I hope it is not your last. You need no longer seek fame. You are already there. You just need to wait for the rest of the world to catch up.” – J.S. Warner
“LEAH-CARLA GORDONE IS A ROSE CREEPING THROUGH FISSURES IN GRAFFITI-STAINED CONCRETE…A QUALITY TO HER SINGING SHARED BY THE GREATEST FEMALE SINGERS…EDITH PIAF, JONI MITCHELL AND BILLIE HOLIDAY.” - THE WOODSTOCK TIMES
“I have been waiting for this book for years! Every page has a laughing and crying moment. It is the most genuine, touching, hysterical, brilliant, moving book ever written and if I had enough money, I would order one for everyone I know. I am a big fan of Leah's music, art, performing... everything, and this book just goes above and beyond all creations. She has surpassed all of my former favorite authors. When I first got the book, I couldn't put it down until I was finished and now I pick it up all the time and read certain passages and moments. It really is the book of all books and I can't recommend it enough.” – Kerry Vera Lea
"A triumphant story of feminine resilience and beauty.” – Lo Galluccio, Author of Hot Rain, Sarasota VII, and Terrible Baubles
