Only Two MJ Books Approved By Estate

The following message was posted on Michael Jackson's official website today:

Despite the proliferation of Michael Jackson books published or announced since his death, The Official Michael Jackson Opus will remain the only brand new authorized tribute to the King of Pop appearing on the shelves for the holidays, it was announced today. The book joins the reissue of Michael's 1988 autobiography Moonwalk as the only titles authorized by the legendary singer's Estate.

A number of unauthorized books have been published or announced in recent weeks, frequently promoted to mislead fans into believing they were either approved by Michael before his death or sanctioned by his Estate. As authorized works, Moonwalk and The Official Michael Jackson Opus are the only books whose proceeds will go to his Estate for the beneficiaries Michael designated -- his children, his mother and the charitable causes that were important to him.

As Special Administrators of Michael's estate, we have authorized one title that sees Michael through his own eyes and another through the eyes of people he touched. Michael's fans worldwide will appreciate the contribution each book makes to his remarkable legacy."
- John Branca and John McClain, Michael Jackson Estate Co-Special Administrators

We are privileged to have witnessed Michael's creative genius up close and grateful to his Estate for recognizing our dedication to continuing his legacy. His fans will be thrilled, and have something that will remain with them for years to come. We also are grateful that this will benefit Michael's children, his mother and his many charitable causes, as well as providing his children and his mother with a lasting testimonial to his life of accomplishments."
- Jeff Wald, President and COO of Opus Media Group

Available December 7, 2009 from Opus Media Group, The Official Michael Jackson Opus is a leather-bound tribute that provides his fans with more than 400 pages of photographs and remembrances of his amazing life. Fans can preorder now and receive a discount for a limited time by going to Ticketmaster.com.

Moonwalk will be reissued by Harmony Books on October 13, 2009

Source: MJFC / Sony Music