Sir Roger Moore confirms autobiography `My Word Is My Bond`

British acting legend Sir Roger Moore is to write his autobiography, with agent Lesley Pollinger opening the Frankfurt bidding at £1m for world rights - reports the BookSeller

Sir Roger, best known for his roles as James Bond and The Saint, leads a host of film, music and fashion icons with books for sale at this year's Frankfurt Book Fair, including Keith Richards, Jerry Hall and Twiggy.

On the eve of his 80th birthday, Sir Roger has finally agreed to tell his life story—including his four marriages, most famous performances, and his escapades with friends including Michael Caine, Tony Curtis, Sean Connery and David Niven. The memoir is tentatively scheduled for publication in autumn 2008, with a working title of My Word is My Bond.

In a note to be circulated to publishers today, he says: "I'm not looking to dish dirt or recycle sleaze stories, goodness knows there is enough of that in the world. Rather, I would like to write a warm, amusing, and maybe even slightly emotional volume that tells my story; corrects some of the inaccuracies previously reported; offers an insight into the world of a jobbing actor and retired 007; and reflects my love of life."

The book will be ghost­written by Gareth Owen, Sir Roger's personal assistant and author of film books including The Shepperton Story. He said: "Most of his enemies and ex-wives have now died. Turning 80 is a milestone, a time to reflect. It'll be a frank and fun book, but he's not interested in digging the dirt."

Pollinger said that a £1m-plus world rights deal would reflect the actor's enduring appeal in the US.

Thanks to `Q` for the alert.

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