Not That Fancy: Simple Lessons on Living, Loving, Eating, and Dusting Off Your Boots

Reba McEntire

Oct 2023 · Sold by Harper Celebrate

About this ebook

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The best things in life are really not that fancy. This photo-driven book featuring all-things-Reba invites you to get back to the basics of life: fun, food, friends, and family. In her first book in over two decades, actress and country music legend Reba McEntire takes you behind the scenes and shares the stories, recipes, and Oklahoma-style truths that guide her life.

The perfect gift for anyone who loves down-home recipes, the western lifestyle, heartwarming stories, and a good laugh from the Queen of Country!

FROM REBA:

"To me, there's nothing better than sitting on the back porch looking out at the land that goes on for miles. A beautiful sunset and then me, just sipping on a glass of iced tea (or whiskey and Sprite) with my friends and family. I don't know what heaven's going to look like, but I hope it feels like Oklahoma. Throw in some beans and cornbread, and I'm all set.

"Okies know that the secret to a good life is to keep things simple and be thankful for what the good Lord's given you. That's what I want to get back to. Simple fun, hard work, good food, and laughing with those you love. Everything I'm doing in my life from here on out—personal or professional, doesn't matter—I'm going to have fun.

"That’s what I'm sharing in this book—some simple, not-that-fancy truths I live by and a bunch of good stories, photos, and recipes that go along with them. So if you're looking to slow down, get back to basics, and have a heckuva lot of fun, I think we're going to have a good time together in these pages. Come on in, kick off your boots (or leave them on, I don’t care), and learn how to bring a little bit of my downhome-inspired life into your own."

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Not That Fancy includes:

• Nearly 200 photographs from Reba's childhood, career, and personal life—many of which are straight from Reba's phone
• Never-before-told stories from rodeoing with her family to pranks with Brooks & Dunn to falling in love over a plate of tater tots
• Behind-the-scenes anecdotes from her music and acting career, with inspiration on how to follow your passion, trust your gut, and take a chance on yourself
• More than 60 recipes of appetizers, mains, sides, desserts, and cocktails from Reba's personal kitchen, from friends and family, and from her restaurant, Reba's Place
• Lighthearted lifestyle tips on how to achieve Reba's signature hairstyle, plan a down-to-earth date night, throw an effortless dinner party, and more

Not That Fancy is the perfect deluxe gift for Christmas, birthdays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and special occasions. This keepsake book is ideal for Reba fans, country music lovers, or anyone who enjoys an easygoing western lifestyle.

Ratings and reviews

I only read the free bit of the book but so far Reba sounds nice but like she's just the type to go to church everyday and pledge to allegiance even on the weekends. Like basically that one kind of cool aunt who takes you to visit her farm in the summer who loves to take photos and KNOWS how to cook. So I guess if you love Rebas music or into that kind of thing than like idk. Like I don't even think she's actually just down to earth like i legit think this is her idea of making herself look cool enough to read about like she just seems like your classic southerner only as a celebrity preaching about family and being a okie and stuff like that.

what I've read and heard from the book not so fancy you're going to love it but it's up to you if you want to get it I wish I could get it but for me Gina I don't have the money to get it but like I said hit me up to you if you would like to get it PS I am a big Reba fan

Smart and good woman. She and the family is well known And appreciated in southeast Oklahoma.

About the author

Multimedia entertainment mogul Reba McEntire has become a household name through a successful career that includes music, television, film, theater, retail, and hospitality. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Hollywood Bowl member has more than 50 award wins under her belt, earning honors from the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards, American Music Awards, People's Choice Awards, Country Music Association (CMA) Awards, GRAMMY® Awards, and Gospel Music Association (GMA) Dove Awards. Reba was also a 2018 Kennedy Center Honors recipient in addition to multiple philanthropic and leadership honors. Reba has celebrated unprecedented success, including 35 career number one singles and more than 58 million albums sold worldwide. Reba earned her 60th Top 10 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart, extending her record for the most Top 10 hits among female artists. Reba's Top 10 success spans five straight decades, landing her in the singular group with only George Jones, Willie Nelson, and Dolly Parton, who have the same achievement. The Oklahoma native and Golden Globe®-nominated actress has multiple movie credits to her name, a critically acclaimed lead role on Broadway in Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun, and starred in the six-season television sitcom Reba. Reba has also proven to be a savvy entrepreneur, with longstanding brand partnerships that include her Dillard's clothing line and her western footwear collection REBA by Justin™. She has even added restaurateur to the list with Reba's Place, a restaurant, bar, retail, and entertainment venue in Atoka, Oklahoma. For more information, visit? www.Reba.com.