A memoir that Lisa Marie Presley had been working on prior to her death is set to be published this fall. The book, which is currently untitled, was completed with the assistance of actor Riley Keough, Lisa Marie's eldest daughter.
Acknowledging that few people truly knew the real Lisa Marie Presley beyond her famous association as Elvis Presley's daughter, Riley Keough expressed her gratitude for having had the opportunity to know her mother on a deeper level. In a statement released by publisher Random House, Keough emphasized the privilege, albeit bittersweet, of working on her mother's autobiography. She expressed excitement about sharing her mother's vulnerability and honesty with readers, hoping that they will come to love Lisa Marie as much as she did.
The memoir is scheduled for release on October 15 and financial terms of the book deal were not disclosed.
Lisa Marie Presley, known not only as the daughter of Elvis and Priscilla Presley but also as a recording artist in her own right, passed away almost a year ago at the age of 54. The coroner's investigation determined that she died from complications related to bariatric surgery she had undergone years prior. Lisa Marie was laid to rest at the Graceland family estate in Memphis, Tennessee, where she had been present the day her father passed away in 1977.
According to Random House, Lisa Marie had initially wanted her daughter, Riley Keough, to assist her in the writing of her memoir. However, Keough had postponed the project, believing that there would be a more suitable time for them to work on it together. Unfortunately, that opportunity never came to fruition. Following Presley's passing, Keough spent countless hours listening to the tapes her mother had recorded in preparation for writing her life story.
The announcement from Random House states that Keough felt it was time for Lisa Marie's voice to be heard and taken seriously. The memoir includes stories about the unconditional love she felt from her father, memories of being in Graceland alone with him as a sanctuary from the chaos of her life, and insights into her complicated relationship with her mother, Priscilla. It also covers her experiences growing up in the spotlight, her relationships with Michael Jackson and Nicolas Cage, and the devastating loss of her son, Benjamin Keough, to suicide.
Described as a 'raw, riveting, one-of-a-kind memoir,' the book will primarily feature Lisa Marie Presley's narrative, with Riley Keough filling in the gaps from her own recollections and those shared by those closest to her mother. Additionally, an audio edition of the memoir will be released, with Keough narrating and some excerpts from Lisa Marie's recorded recollections included.
The publication of Lisa Marie Presley's memoir promises an intimate look into the life of a woman who was not just the daughter of a music icon but a complex individual in her own right. Readers can anticipate delving into her personal journey, experiencing her joys and sorrows, and gaining a deeper understanding of the woman behind the famous name.
