"I will reveal sides of Martha Stewart that have not been seen. My closeness to Martha over the
years has provided me with access to Martha's inner circle, those who know the real Martha."Lloyd Allen

When Martha Stewart was under investigation for insider trading and later on trial, the media served up countless
gratuitous stories describing her ornery character. Now, Lloyd Allen, Martha's old friend and neighbor, is out to set
the record straight. Drawing on hundreds of hours of interviews with Martha, her family, and her close friends and
colleagues, Allen reveals the other side of the story, bringing to life the real woman behind the controversial and
glamorous public image. From her childhood in New Jersey to the early days of her catering business, her rise as
lifestyle guru, the huge success of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, and now two new television shows, Allen
weaves together fascinating observations and details that show how Martha made it to the top and stayed there
through talent, passion, and hard work.

Patrick Lawlor, an AudioFile Earphones Award winner and Audie Award finalist, is also an accomplished stage actor, director, and combat choreographer who has worked in America and Europe. He has been an actor and stuntman in both TV and film. He lives in Milwaukee.