Friday, October 17


Marcia Brady had it all - style, looks, boys, brains and talent. Girls across America wanted to be Marcia. Boys wanted to date her. But what fans didn't know about the always sunny, seemingly perfect blonde beauty was that off the screen, the young actress who played her, Maureen McCormick, was living a very different - and not so wonderful - life.

Here's the Story is her deeply honest, explosive memoir. McCormick gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her time on the series and reveals what happened off-screen and after the series ended. She discloses the devastating effects of a dark secret her mother tried to keep until near the end of her life, and also how that affected her relationship with her parents and five siblings, including a mentally disabled brother with whom she was very close. Eating disorders, a nearly fatal drug addiction, serious depression, and a lifelong battle to overcome the ideals of perfection contribute to the unflinching portrait she paints of herself as a survivor.

A tale of adversity filled with hard earned wisdom, hope, Here's the Story shines a spotlight on a brave and honest woman whose ultimate triumph is an inspiration for us all.

• Autograph Signing Guidelines:
  • You must have a Mall of America® issued wristband to enter the autograph line.
  • A limited number of wristbands will be distributed in Sears Court starting at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 17. To receive a wristband, you must have a copy of Maureen McCormick's book "Here's the Story". Maureen will not sign memorabilia or other items.
  • Each person in your party must be present to receive a wristband. Wristbands are non-transferable. No exceptions.
  • When you enter the autograph line, please remain in single file.
  • You must stay in line to keep your place. You may leave the line to use the restroom or get food for a short period of time. One person in your party must stay in line at all times.
  • If you choose to leave for an extended period of time, you must go to the end of the line when you return.
  • People wearing wristbands that have been tampered or altered will not be allowed through the autograph line. No exceptions.
  • No personalizations will be allowed.
  • No posed photographs will be allowed.
  • Maureen McCormick will only be signing copies of her book "Here's the Story". Your book must be purchased prior to meeting Maureen McCormick. Books will be available at Barnes & Noble (E118) or in Sears Court at 4 p.m.

Friday, October 17
Sears Court
6 p.m.

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