ALL FOR BILLY JOEL

About the Book

All For Billy Joel is the true account of a young girl's journey into adulthood aided by the music of her lifelong idol-Billy Joel.

As five-year-old Rachel watched television one Saturday night, a man singing and playing a piano caught her eye. As the Piano Man's body moved to the rhythm, his strong personality and aura were already apparent to little Rachel. After telling her mother, "He is the best singer in the whole world!" Rachel knew no one else would ever have such a strong and immediate impact on her life. All For Billy Joel is the story of how Joel's music and inspiring lyrics helped Rachel both rise above and understand the traumatic events as well as the joyous occasions in her own life. You will follow Rachel's autobiographical tale into adulthood when she finally meets Billy Joel and is able to thank him personally. Photographs of her memorable encounter with the Piano Man are included.

With poignant moments and humorous observations dispersed throughout, All For Billy Joel depicts the influence of music on a young fan, all while showing how a lifetime of dreams and devotion to the greatest musician and poet of our time eventually culminates into one unforgettable moment.

About the Author

Rachel Furtado, a pediatric dentist living and practicing in northern Brazil, has been a devoted fan of Billy Joel?s lyrics and music since she was five years old.