Dive into the spellbinding memoir from Kathy Burke, one of Britain's most distinctive voices. This book chronicles her journey from a fearless kid in Islington to achieving unimaginable success as an actress and writer, detailing her unique path and ability to tell the truth as she sees it.

• Features the story of her upbringing, her time at the Anna Scher Theatre, and her rise to national fame.
• Explores themes of class, gender, and time through Burke's candid perspective.
• Described as funny, profound, and deeply entertaining.
• Includes anecdotes about triumphing at Cannes and interactions with figures like Peter Cook and Shaun Ryder.

Kathy Burke is celebrated for her fearless approach both on and off the screen. This memoir offers an intimate look at her life, including starting work at 17 and her experiences shaping her distinctive character.

• Author: Kathy Burke
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 304 pages
• Publication Date: June 4, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1398548170
• ISBN-13: 978-1398548176
• Dimensions: 130 x 19 x 198mm (13 x 1.9 x 19.8 cm)
• Weight: 248g

Discover the honest, no-nonsense story behind one of the UK's most beloved entertainers in A Mind of My Own.