From wholesome primetime star to wife of a hard-partying rock celebrity, from tabloid headline to weight loss inspiration for millions, Valerie Bertinelli has always lived in the spotlight. But her struggle to maintain a healthy self-image while dealing with career insecurities and relationship problems will be familiar to women the world over.

This unabridged reading of Losing It is Valerie's candid account of her personal journey: the ups and downs of teen stardom, her complicated marriage to a tormented musical genius, and her very public struggle with her weight. In a voice so down-to-earth and honest that you'll feel as if you're talking with a girlfriend over coffee, Valerie shares how she took control of her tumultuous life to gain self-esteem and happiness. Surprising, uplifting, and empowering, Losing It will help listeners find the courage to turn their own lives around.