Can the 'Divine Thread' Connecting Jennifer Lopez and Beyoncé Make Us All Stars? In New Book, Steve Jones Explains How (Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

Steve Jones and the cover of ‘Hollywood Confidential: 12 Secrets to Becoming the Star of Your Own Life’.Photo:Uriel Sanchez; Harper Celebrate

Uriel Sanchez; Harper Celebrate

Steve Jones is known for his decades-long work in entertainment, as a producer and as the founder ofHollywood Confidential,an event series for creatives looking to begin their careers in the industry. Now the leader of the brand is sharing his knowledge in a new book.Hollywood Confidential: 12 Secrets to Becoming the Star of Your Own Lifeis set to hit shelves via Harper Celebrate, an imprint of HarperCollins, this spring. The book also includes a foreword from Grammy-winning singerBrandyand has garnered praise from bestselling authorTabitha Brown.Hollywood Confidentialtakes a look at the success of 12 stars Jones has worked with throughout his career, per a statement shared with PEOPLE. The book includes tips from Jones’ own journey as well.

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“My goal has always been to create space and opportunity for dreamers to see themselves reflected in ways that inspire them to dig deeper into purpose and become their best selves,” Jones says.

“I’m so happy to be partnering with HarperCollins (Celebrate) to help spread this message of hope and self-discovery to those looking to become more of who they already are!”

The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now!In addition to Hollywood Confidential, Jones, also the founder of marketing company Brand Mavericks Entertainment, has collaborated on projects with A-listers likeJennifer Lopez,BeyoncéandOprah Winfrey. He’s also had intimate interviews with actresses likeAngela Bassett,Lupita Nyong’oandRegina King.

Steve Jones.Uriel Sanchez

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“As I looked back over my two-decade-long Hollywood career, the countless stars I’ve interviewed, and the ones I’ve worked with on various productions, I saw a divine thread weaving in and out of their various successes,” Jones says. “I wholeheartedly believe that through the examination of those who’ve achieved greatness, we can extract lessons to apply on the road to our very own success.”

Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.“I’m excited to share these long-kept secrets, as I know they will help to inspire readers into action, regardless of vocation. This book is for everyone with a dream!”Hollywood Confidential: 12 Secrets to Becoming the Star of Your Own Lifewill be published on May 6 and is now available for preorder, wherever books are sold.

source: people.com