Coronation Street legend Charlie Lawson has confirmed his new “eye-opening” book celebrating four decades on stage and screen will be released on November 7.
The tell-all publication entitled ‘That’s Life So It Is’ has been billed as a “uniquely entertaining” and “enthralling memoir” set to expose soap secrets.
“All good bookshops from November 7th,” the Belfast actor posted on X.
“And you can pre-order on Amazon right now.”
The book will also give insight to “lighter times as Lawson shares behind-the-scenes pranks, cast disputes, and the chaos of celebrity culture during his 28-year tenure on Britain’s beloved soap.”
According to blurb on Amazon, “the iconic actor best known for his role as Jim McDonald in Coronation Street, Lawson unveils a life as dramatic off-screen as his on-screen roles.
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— Charlie Lawson (@charlie_lawson1) October 11, 2024
“In his own words, he recounts his shenanigans at boarding school, his experience of the Troubles in his native Northern Ireland, his time at drama school and his first acting roles – as well many boisterous nights out and a short-lived attempt to run an illicit club night in 1980s east London.
“As Lawson’s career unfolds, we encounter many fellow actors who are now household names, resulting in many hilarious anecdotes. But he is not afraid to settle scores and call out cases of injustice and abuse in the industry. And he is equally unflinching in his portrayal of his private life, with details of his marriages and personal tragedies.”
It continues: ”Fans of Coronation Street will love the details of his nearly three-decade tenure on Britain’s beloved soap – as Lawson shares behind-the-scenes pranks, cast disputes and the chaos of celebrity culture.
“But the book also provides compelling accounts of the many high-profile theatre, TV and film productions he has been involved in – not to mention his other passions such as horse racing and field sports.”
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Lawson has previously described reflecting on his life to pen the memoir as “cathartic and, at times, difficult”.
“But, having completed my autobiography, I find myself smiling, so I do,” he added.
“The craic has been 90, as we say!”
Publisher Tom Chalmers said: “We are thrilled to be publishing Charlie’s candid memoir with New Generation Publishing.
“As soon as we spoke to Charlie, I knew this was a book that deserved to be published and it was fantastic to put a joint deal together.
“The book is full of entertaining and revealing anecdotes, which make it a must-read. Charlie is one of the UK’s national TV treasures and we are delighted to add his memoir to our publishing list.”
During the summer the actor was once again part of GB News’ Twelfth coverage, joining former DUP First Minister Dame Arlene Foster at Carrickfergus Castle as they led the celebrations for the channel.