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Book SynopsisTells remarkable and wildly entertaining anecdotal stories told through the lens of an entertainment industry insider. Bambi Moe’s fascinating true stories provide a rare insight into the creative process associated with music in animation and give readers a historical reference to the Walt Disney Company’s burgeoning direct-to-video empire.
Trade ReviewWhat makes
Part of the Magic so marvelous is Bambi’s resilient sense of wonder despite working for decades in a decidedly cynical industry. Her candid recollections of some of Hollywood’s greatest luminaries are the stuff of legends. Part of the Magic makes you feel as if you are traveling hand-in-hand with your very own Disney heroine bestie—and the adventure is a thrill." —Susan Egan, Broadway and animation actress and producer
"The most beautiful thing about
Part of the Magic is that it is a labor of love, a testimony of Bambi’s passion for her work. In the end, we’ll all say that WE were the ones who had the fortunate brush with greatness, the greatness of Bambi Moé." —Heather Headley, Tony and Grammy Award–winning performer
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Part of the Magic reveals the lovely, talented people whose collaborations made the music behind some of Disney Studios’ great film projects. Bambi Moé reminds readers of the relationships, the research, and the hard work that go into producing successful results. Disney Studios was lucky to have her, and readers are lucky to share in these stories." —Shannon Farnon, the original voice of Wonder Woman
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Part of the Magic is a one-of-a-kind self-portrait of a woman whose dedication to bringing talented artists together resulted in game-changing, landmark works that stand the test of time. Never-before-heard insights abound, answering those two most tantalizing insider questions: ‘What was it like to create this?’ and the ever-compelling, ‘What were they like?’" —Greg Ehrbar, entertainment writer, commentator, and coauthor of
Mouse Tracks: The Story of Walt Disney Records
