Gold Dust Woman: The Biography of Stevie Nicks

Gold Dust Woman is a biography of Stevie Nicks by Stephen Davis. The book examines Nicks' work and life through new, intimate interviews, presenting a detailed portrait of the rock musician. The biography covers key moments in Nicks' career, including how she and Lindsay Buckingham joined Fleetwood Mac and helped transform the band into stars. It explores her personal relationships, including affairs that influenced her songwriting, and her connections with Don Henley and Joe Walsh of the Eagles, as well as Fleetwood Mac's Fleetwood. The book addresses Nicks' struggles with substance use, including cocaine, alcohol, and marijuana, and details a decade-long addiction to Klonopin that nearly proved fatal. It also covers her successful solo career, which has included performances at venues like Madison Square Garden. The biography examines Nicks' cultural influence and legacy, including her impact on later artists.