The purpose of this site is to critique the book Michael and Me by Shana Mangatal. You will find links here that give relevant details as to what was happening in the author’s life at various times, little known facts about the author, and statements made by Shana Mangatal both before and after her book release.
This site is for informational purposes only and intends to give readers or potential readers, a broader context for understanding the content of the book so that they can make up their own minds about its credibility and its value in understanding the life of Michael Jackson, which the author has said is her motive for writing the book.
Over the years Shana Mangatal has marketed stories from her book to tabloid papers as some sort of proof that Michael Jackson was attracted to women. There is however, much more credible evidence of that than her book, including his marriage to Lisa Marie Presley, then a prominent divorced mother of two who made it clear they had a normal relationship. Their attraction and affection for each other was commented on by people who saw them in private as well as in public.
Michael Jackson famously married two different women, neither being Shana Mangatal, one with whom he fathered two children. He was also followed everywhere by paparazzi and was probably the most photographed celebrity ever, from photos with friends, family, his wives, etc. Outside of Shana Mangatal’s fan meet and greet picture, she was never photographed with Michael Jackson. That fact, along with many others, has caused an abundant amount of people to question her story. This site provides facts that may help piece together the puzzle.
On March 1, 2004 Michael Jackson launched his personal website, MJJ Source, and included the following statement:
“I have become disturbed and troubled as a result of people speaking on my behalf, whom I do not know. For months, I have listened to reports that are inaccurate because most have been based on hearsay and not fact. I have also listened, with amazement, to people who have misrepresented their relationships with me. I will use this site as one of the mediums for speaking out on my own behalf.”
This statement could very well pertain to Michael’s business and personal life. It’s up to the reader to determine the context of Michael’s statement, but it is clear that he was tired of people misrepresenting their relationships with him in whatever form it may have been.
Chapter 15 – The Hotel Hookup?
The Release of Michael and Me and the Aftermath
“If Only I Could Capitalize On It!”
Shana Mangatal’s Persistent Pursuit Of Michael Jackson
Michael and Me Book Club Gossip
Michael and Me Book Club Gossip Continued – Allegations and Misinformation
“When You Look At Him, You Don’t See the Freakish Appearance That Comes Through in Pictures…”
Shana Mangatal’s Gifts From Michael Jackson
Shana Mangatal- Friend or Foe?
Thoughts From Those Who Knew Michael Jackson Well
Insightful Reviews Of Michael and Me
A Timeline Of Michael And Me Author Shana Mangatal 