Behind the scenes of the Pop Idol phenomenon, and inside the mind of the man who makes and breaks music careers No one can deny the impact that Pop Idol judge Simon Cowell has made. His acerbic put-downs and witty one-liners have sparked international debate whilst at the same time earning him a legion of admirers. Cowells own story has all the brutal honesty youd expect Behind the scenes of the Pop Idol phenomenon, and inside the mind of the man who makes and breaks music careers No one can deny the impact that Pop Idol judge Simon Cowell has made. His acerbic put-downs and witty one-liners have sparked international debate whilst at the same time earning him a legion of admirers. Cowells own story has all the brutal honesty youd expect. I Dont Mean to be Rude, But... is as compulsive, entertaining and hard-hitting as his trademark insults. With tips and advice on becoming a star from the man who knows how to make it happen, this book is the ultimate through-the-keyhole view inside the music industry. But it wouldnt be complete without setting the record straight about those trousers, and the truth about the women in his life. In the fully updated paperback edition of I Dont Mean to be Rude, But... Simon predicts the future for the Pop Idol winners. He dishes the dirt on American Idol and takes you behind the scenes of World Idol . Its a complusive read and as compelling as the man himself.