{"title":"Patty Schemel","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the compelling world of Patty Schemel, a renowned musician and writer whose journey in the rock and roll scene is both fascinating and inspiring. Known for her integral role as the drummer for the iconic band Hole, Schemel's memoirs offer an unfiltered glimpse into her life, personal struggles, and remarkable resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHit So Hard\u003c\/em\u003e, a standout in her collection, blends raw honesty with a gripping narrative, revealing the trials and triumphs of living through the chaotic world of fame, addiction, and recovery. It is a poignant testament to her strength and passion for music, making it a must-read for fans of rock history and personal stories of endurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough her writing, Patty Schemel invites readers to reflect on the complex layers of human experience, creativity, and the strength it takes to reinvent oneself. Her books in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category are not just about music—they are about life, offering a universal message of hope and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Patty Schemel's collection and embark on a journey of discovery, learning, and inspiration through her powerful storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hit-so-hard-by-patty-schemel-9781399606127","title":"Hit So Hard","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOREWORD BY AUDREY GOLDEN, AUTHOR OF \u003ci\u003eI THOUGHT I HEARD YOU SPEAK\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHit So Hard\u003c\/i\u003e is a memoir of renewal and hope; a window onto the '90s Seattle grunge scene, and a testament to the enduring power of the music Patty Schemel helped create as drummer in Hole with Courtney Love. With a brand new introduction by Audrey Golden to cast a new light on the book today, and published for the first time in the UK as part of White Rabbit's Deep Cuts series, \u003ci\u003eHit So Hard\u003c\/i\u003e documents her life in the band, battle with addiction and descent into homelessness on the streets of LA; and her rewarding path to sobriety and happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Though \u003ci\u003eHit So Hard\u003c\/i\u003e is ultimately a deeply personal story, it's also the story of one of the most successful bands of the '90s: Hole...Schemel describes her years with the band with the same unflinching honesty and eye for telling detail that she brings to all parts of her life\" — LA Weekly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Not a book one should approach lightly or 'just' for the behind the scenes tales. If you want them, you'll certainly get them, but they're not why you should read...[Schemel's] voice is an engaging one throughout, honest but not tendentious, often vivid in her sense of exact detail\" — The Quietus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843933556972,"sku":"9781399606127","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8429333482686.jpg?v=1758820937"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/patty-schemel.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}