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Daily Mirror
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Geri Horner embraces 'new chapter' away from Spice Girls as she shares favourite-ever book
Geri Horner has opened up about her love of reading and revealed her favourite book as she embarks on a 'new chapter' away from the Spice Girls and her Ginger Spice persona Former Spice Girls icon Geri Horner has opened up about her favourite books as she embraces a "new chapter in her life". She rose to fame with the hit group in the '90s, but Geri says she now considers herself a writer-producer beyond her Ginger Spice persona. The popular star told Hello! magazine, revealing a childhood filled with the enchantment of reading, with The Book Thief by Markus Zusak earning the top spot on her adult bookshelf. Cast back to her younger days, she said she would be lost in the magical world of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S Lewis or adventuring through Enid Blyton's creations. In an intimate chat with the mag, Geri reminisced: "I love all kinds (of books). When I was growing up my mother didn't have a lot of money, so I'd be reading a lot while everyone else was away on holiday," reports the Express. Memories flooded back as she recounted those days,saying: "I remember sitting under a tree at the bottom of the garden reading. I loved how a book could transport you anywhere, and still do. The iconic Ginger Spice star emerged in the '90s with the Spice Girls, notching up nine chart-toppers in the UK and becoming a global phenomenon. Despite their split in 2000 and brief reunion stints, mum-of-two Geri, who married Formula One bigwig Christian Horner since 2015, is now serenading a different tune, focusing on literary pursuits rather than music. Geri told Hello!: "I'm loving this chapter in my life. I love being a creator. Being in front of the camera is fun for five minutes, but I find writing much more rewarding." Geri Horner has revealed she's sent her fellow Spice Girls - Emma Bunton, Victoria Beckham, Melanie Brown, and Melanie Chisholm - copies of her new book but hasn't yet sought their opinions. The second instalment of Geri's Rosie Frost series, 'Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire', hit the shelves earlier this month. The murder-mystery features a fiery redhead protagonist, much like Geri herself. Meanwhile, Mel B's enigmatic social media post has set tongues wagging about a potential Spice Girls reunion. Mel teased fans with the possibility of the iconic group reuniting musically after they went their separate ways in 2000. Despite calling it a "hiatus" and having reunited for performances since, speculation is rife that another spectacular arena tour might be on the horizon. The Spice Girls have sold over 100 million records globally, earning them the title of the best-selling girl group ever. At 49, Mel B shared a nostalgic video of herself browsing through old photos from the Spice Girls' heyday while in a car.
Perth Now
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Spice Girls star Geri Halliwell-Horner 'took up fencing lessons' to help her write novel
Geri Halliwell-Horner 'did fencing lessons' for her young adult novel series. The 52-year-old star wanted to get a taste of the swordfighting sport so she could "authentically" describe what it was like to hold the piece of equipment in her latest novel, 'Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire'. She told The Sun newspaper's Bizarre column: "I actually did fencing lessons because there are two scenes in it where she is fencing, and I thought, 'I've got no idea how to carry this.' "I got this man to teach me because I thought, 'How can I describe that authentically if I don't know how to do it?'" The New York Times bestselling author's latest book is a follow-up to her 2023 novel 'Rosie Frost and the Falcon Queen', and it sees the character fight to know the truth about her past and her "family's ancient ties to Bloodstone [Island]" amid "mutant animals are on the loose, jealous classmates [wanting] to bring Rosie down" and dealing with "a black hole". And the Spice Girls icon has admitted that writing the book was "probably the hardest thing [she] has ever done". She told the US TV show 'Extra': "It is probably the hardest thing I've ever done. "The mental stamina of completing a novel is massive, like, to remember what you did in that bit … "It's sort of like, 'Oh, my God.' "To really show up for it is massive, but then when you see the cover and response, then there's something really thrilling about it and you think, 'Wow... then she's worth it.'" The 'Mi Chico Latino' hitmaker wanted to enter the literary world because she "really [wanted] to see a new female character that really connects with us". She told Billboard: "I love books. I just love them. They've been my best friends, my companions. 'I always love to find myself in a story and process something. "And I just thought, 'You know what? I really want to see a new female character that really connects with us, with who we are now, and someone that is not perfect, and finding the courage you never knew you had.'"
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Spice Girls' Geri Halliwell-Horner Talks ‘Rosie Frost' & Writing Songs for Her Book Series: Billboard Book Club
Geri Halliwell-Horner is ready to spice your bookshelf: On Tuesday (April 8), the Spice Girls member and bestselling author celebrated the release of her new book, Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire, and stopped by Billboard to discuss her creative process (and what's to come) in the debut episode of Billboard Book Club Powered by TalkShopLive. Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire is the second entry in a planned young adult trilogy from Halliwell-Horner, following her 2023 book Rosie Frost and the Falcon Queen. After empowering millions of listeners as a global music superstar with the Spice Girls, the artist forever known as Ginger Spice is now reaching a new generation as an author. More from Billboard Billboard Book Club to Launch With Spice Girls' Geri Halliwell-Horner 'Rosie Frost' Shoppable Interview FIFTY FIFTY Drops Ethereal New Single 'Perfect Crime': Stream It Now Lady Gaga Bringing Her Mayhem Ball Tour to Australia for First Stadium Shows in the Country 'I love books. I just love them. They've been my best friends, my companions,' she told Billboard's executive director of music, Jason Lipshutz, during the Billboard Book Club conversation. 'I always love to find myself in a story and process something. And I just thought, 'You know what? I really want to see a new female character that really connects with us, with who we are now, and someone that is not perfect, and finding the courage you never knew you had.'' The Rosie Frost series follows a teenage heroine as she navigates through a fantastical world and searches for resolution following the loss of her mother. As she did with the first Rosie Frost entry, Halliwell-Horner recorded a new solo song as a tie-in with the book: 'Older Now,' which is available with a book purchase via QR code, is a moving ballad that exists in conversation with the Ice on Fire story, but will also delight longtime fans of the pop star. 'To have the space to be able to play and do this, I'm incredibly grateful,' said Halliwell-Horner of her expanding creativity. In addition to discussing her writing process, reading an excerpt of the new book and discussing future plans for the franchise, Halliwell-Horner also answered fan questions coming in during the livestream — one of which touched upon the possibility of a Rosie Frost film or TV adaptation. 'As I write, I always think in pictures — I can't help it,' she said. 'There are some exciting developments, and I really look forward to sharing them.' Halliwell-Horner also signed copies of Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire, which fans can purchase live or via replays of the livestream. Billboard Book Club interviews will be featured on on Billboard's TalkShopLive channel and be simulcast to Billboard's Facebook and Instagram pages. Viewers watching on Facebook and Instagram can comment the word 'shop' to receive a link in their direct messages to purchase. All sales from Billboard and TalkShopLive via TalkShopLive's book distribution partner, ReaderLink, count toward The New York Times' Best Sellers list. Watch Halliwell-Horner's interview with Billboard above. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Los Angeles Times
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Geri Halliwell-Horner — a.k.a. Ginger Spice — brings girl power to a new generation with YA series
Writing a song is 'a shot of espresso, whereas writing a novel is a feast,' says Geri Halliwell-Horner. Best known as Ginger Spice, one-fifth of the '90s pop phenomenon the Spice Girls, Halliwell-Horner now writes for the age group that once memorized her lyrics. She enthusiastically spoke with The Times about her new young-adult novel, 'Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire,' the second in a trilogy that began with the 2023 bestseller 'Rosie Frost and the Falcon Queen.' However, Halliwell-Horner is not new to writing; she published a memoir, 'If Only,' in 1999, shortly after her departure from the Spice Girls, as well as a series of children's books, 'Ugenia Lavender,' in 2008. The best piece of writing advice she received as she embarked on this phase of her career? 'Start again. Don't age 'Ugenia Lavender' up.' So I did. ['Rosie Frost' is a] much deeper, fleshed-out story.' 'I love the gooey bits,' Halliwell-Horner continues as she picks her favorite scene from the book, a kiss between Rosie and her love interest. 'I so enjoyed writing that,' she says giddily, as if we're two teenagers around Rosie's age gossiping at a sleepover. Halliwell-Horner imbues Rosie with some of those attributes that made young girls and women (and, let's face it, a lot of men) fall in love with her and her fellow Spice Girls — 'Baby Spice' Emma Bunton, 'Scary Spice' Melanie Brown, 'Sporty Spice' Melanie Chisholm and 'Posh Spice' Victoria Beckham — almost three decades ago. Though it's been eight years since Halliwell-Horner released a pop single, she has penned original music for both 'Rosie Frost' books so far, including the latest song, 'Older Now,' which is accessible via QR code in 'Ice on Fire.' She doesn't shy away from the thornier feelings of adolescence, such as grief, isolation and revenge, the latter of which is the driving force of this installment as Rosie seeks to avenge her mother's murder. 'It's much darker and it's real,' says Halliwell-Horner. This interview has been edited and condensed for length and clarity. What draws you to writing, and writing for children in particular? I've always loved writing. I've always been a massive reader. I studied theater — Stanislavski — and English literature before I embarked on my music career, which was still being creative with words. When you write a song, you're finding the words that maybe someone [else] can't find in themselves. It's storytelling, but in a shot of espresso, whereas writing a novel is a feast. My ambition is always to connect with everyone. These novels are YA, but my hope is that [readers] of whatever age connect [with the story]. Older adults like YA as well because it has depth for the curious mind to unpack a little bit, or if you're a nerdy, curious person like me, it ticks that box too. You have to do lots of research and I really like doing that. Before I even hit the page, I found myself researching fusion energy because the backdrop of [the 'Rosie Frost' novels] is a little bit of science, but I want to get it right and turn the volume up on it. I found myself learning about physics and black holes, just to give it authenticity. What was that research process like, specifically researching the British royal family and deciding what parts to include in Rosie's lore? I had read historical novels before, like 'The Other Boleyn Girl' by Philippa Gregory, which is a really great entry point into history but in a light way. I've always loved 'The Tudors,' which is full of drama. [The Tudor dynasty] was a really pivotal moment in history. I also thought we need a female character who reflects who we are today. A protagonist who is unairbrushed and vulnerable. Rosie Frost finds herself there 500 years later after she's been orphaned. She's had to find the courage she never knew she had. I identify with that: have courage to take the chance on [what] you fear most. Rosie had to do that. I did that in [writing this series]. Now, in Book 2, she's hitting 14 — the age of power. She's really having to find her own identity. Through her own experience and confidence, you start to find your own inner power and trust that. Are there any plans for a third book? That's what I'm working on now. I don't want to give the game away. I always knew it was going to be a trilogy. I always knew what the ending would be. I'm still deciding who's going to die. And someone will. There's a throughline between the girl power you espoused as part of the Spice Girls and now in writing this story about a powerful young girl for a whole new generation. Was that something you were conscious of when writing Rosie Frost? I think you're absolutely correct. Whatever I do, there's always that genesis. My ambition is to give others a feeling of empowerment, hope and inspiration through storytelling, whether that's through song or through [books]. She's going through very human struggles, whether that's bullying — you can be bullied at any age — or grieving. But wrap it in chocolate and curiosity, history and danger. 'Ice on Fire' is dark and delicious at the same time. You recently teased a Spice Girls reunion. Is there anything else you can tell us? I am so grateful for each and every person who has supported what the Spice Girls achieved. But when there is something to be announced it will come from [us as] a whole.
