Michael Jackson's 1988 autobiography was titled Moonwalk. The book was published by Doubleday and takes its name from the famous backward-gliding dance step Jackson helped make globally recognizable.
Moonwalk covers Jackson's childhood, his rise with the Jackson 5, his solo career, friendships, relationships, appearance, and thoughts about fame. It also describes the strict discipline he experienced from his father, Joseph Jackson, while the family performed and rehearsed.
The autobiography was released during Jackson's Bad era, shortly after the 1987 album and while his Bad World Tour was under way. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis wrote the foreword, and writer Stephen Davis helped with the project. Moonwalk became a major bestseller and reached number one on The New York Times Best Seller list.
A common mix-up is Moonwalker, the 1988 musical film starring Jackson. Moonwalk is the autobiography; Moonwalker is the film.