It’s Never Too Late: Make the Next Act of Your Life the Best Act of Your Life

Written by Kathie Lee Gifford and Dolly Parton

Narrated by Kathie Lee Gifford

A New York Times bestseller! It’s never too late to unearth your hidden passions, rewrite your story, and live with a renewed purpose. Former Today show host Kathie Lee Gifford shares stories from her remarkable life in a beautiful reminder that God is still dreaming big for our years ahead.

When Kathie Lee Gifford stepped down as cohost of the fourth hour of the Today show with Hoda Kotb, you might have thought her best days were behind her...but it turns out that she was just getting started. As Kathie Lee says, “I’m not retiring; I’m refiring!”

Taking us from her Chesapeake Bay childhood when she first heard God’s calling, to her skyrocketing fame with Regis, to her decision to leave television for Nashville, Kathie Lee inspires us to pursue what really matters. Because it’s never too late to forgive, to dance the cha-cha, or to make a difference in the world.

God placed His dreams in your heart for a reason. And like Kathie Lee, you might just discover that the best is yet to come. Whether you’re an empty nester, newly single, navigating a career change, or just eager for any change, Kathie Lee helps you hear God’s loving calling. It’s Never Too Late includes:

• Touchstone moments in Kathie Lee’s life that have led her to where she is now
• Inspiration and motivation to live out what’s next and rewrite your story
• Encouragement to pursue what really matters in life

Is it time for you to rewrite your story, unearth your hidden passions, and live with a renewed purpose? It’s never too late.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson
• Release date: Dec 1, 2020
• ISBN: 9780785236689

Kathie Lee Gifford

Kathie Lee Gifford’s four-time Emmy Award winning career has spanned television, film, recordings, Broadway, cabaret, and commercials. She has authored numerous books, including her most recent book, The God of the Way, and five New York Times bestselling books, including The Rock, the Road, and the Rabbi and It's Never Too Late. She is also an actress, singer, songwriter, playwright, producer, and director.

Reviews for It’s Never Too Late

[Jennifer · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is not my normal type of book, but, oh my, how I loved it! When I saw this audiobook on Netgalley, I had to request it. I always loved watching Kathie Lee on the Today Show. She was such a joy to watch. When I saw that she had a new book out, I decided that I needed to know more about her. This book is part memoir and part inspirational self-help. Kathie Lee tells stories about her life and times that she decided to make a change in her life. The whole message of this book, and it's title, is "It's Never Too Late." It's never too late to make a career change, it's never too late to find your path, it's never too late to find love. You experience all of the heartbreak and the elation with Kathie Lee.

I loved listening to this book! I had so many emotions while listening. Kathie Lee did an amazing job at the narration. (The only problem I had with the narration was whoever read Dolly's introduction).

I know that some people might be turned off by so much reference to Christianity and the Bible in this book. It didn't bother me at all. I am not a devout Christian in any form of the imagination, but I found Kathie Lee's devotion so inspiring. But she also didn't shove it down the reader's throats. She was also very accepting of other religions. I loved how accepting this book is.

Overall, I loved this book. I laughed and cried and got chills. So amazing!

[Sharlene Welch · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Lovely book by a lovely lady. She speaks lovingly of our Lord and Savior and gives him honor and praise. I can’t wait for my friends to read this as well.

[d-fbuser-7478836 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Enjoyed learning more about her from a Christian perspective. I was not a fan of the Regis show but enjoyed her
The Rock, The Road and the Rabbi book and so I thought I'd listen in. I'm glad I did.

[D Parker · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It gave me hope and a new prospective on forgiveness when I needed it most. Thank you.

[Olga Hinojosa · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved it!!! Loved how Kathy Lee writes and shares her so many stories but most of all her absolute love for Jesus and her listening and obeying the prompting of the Holy Spirit. And sharing God’s love. Also her songs are amazing . God Bless her.

[Remi Maj · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Such an inspirational read! Loved every moment of reading this book

[Tamaca Harris · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

If you like Kathy Lee, after reading this book, you'll love her! What a special encouragement this book is!

[fcplcataloger · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

"If I have a pulse, I have a purpose."I remember Kathie Lee Gifford when she was on Good Morning America, and I've followed her career through the years. I've heard her mention her faith on TV but this book reveals just how important it has been in her life. Gifford shares her ups and downs, her triumphs and her failures, and she's credits God with the fantastic opportunities she's been given. She talks honestly about her marriages, her life with Frank Gifford, and the joy of being a mother to Cody and Cassidy. She also praises two former co-workers who became her best friends, the late Regis Philbin and Hoda Kotb.It's Never Too Late is a memoir, but I also consider it a motivational journal. Gifford writes as though she's giving a pep talk, as she urges readers to follow their hearts and their dreams. If a different path needs to be taken, don't be afraid, and never give up on those dreams! I thoroughly enjoyed this heartwarming book that is filled with memories, faith, inspiration, and encouragement, and I have a whole new respect for Kathie Lee Gifford!I received a copy of this book from the publisher via FrontGate Media. There was no obligation for a positive review. These are my own thoughts.

[bookchickdi · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Kathie Lee Gifford has been a part of popular culture for many decades. Most of us know her from her fifteen years cohosting with Regis Philbin on Live! With Regis and Kathie Lee, a daily talk show that revolutionalized daytime television, and then her eleven years cohosting the fourth hour of the Today Show with Hoda Kotb.But she has done so much more in her life. In her new book, It's Never Too Late- Make the Next Act of Your Life The Best Act of Your Life, Kathie Lee Gifford takes us through each stage of her life and the lessons she learned that brought her to a happy place, and can do the same for you.After a Foreword written by Dolly Parton, who wrote of the importance of having dreams for your life and working hard to achieve your dreams and goals, Kathie Lee writes 35 short chapters each titled with It's Never Too Late to... and then things like Never Give Up, where she decribed leaving college before graduation and moving to Los Angeles to become an actress. She struggled, going on many auditions (and usually losing out to Nancy Morgan, John Ritter's future wife), but finally she got her first big break on Name That Tune, where she got to use her beautiful singing voice.She recounted a tough year in 1995, which began with her thrilling appearance singing the National Anthem at the Super Bowl, moved on to her being accused of using sweatshop labor for her women's fashion line at WalMart, and then her husband was caught cheating on her in a highly publicized tabloid scandal. In Change the Ending, Then Change It Again, she shares her tale of landing in Scotland ready to film the movie she wrote for Craig Ferguson and herself, Then Came You. Ferguson tells Kathie Lee that she has to change the ending of the movie- just as they were to begin filming. When director Adriana Trigiani shares Ferguson's opinion, Kathie Lee reluctantly agrees to change it. Then in the middle of the shoot, Gifford writes a song with her writing partner that convinces her to change the ending yet again. (Oh, poor Adriana Trigiani!) If you have seen the wonderful movie, you know the ending works perfectly. Kathie Lee shares funny stories- like the time Al Pacino came to her home for lunch and they tried to top each other with crazy celebrity true encounters (Kathie Lee won), frightening stories (her sister Michie nearly dying), and disappointments (the Broadway show she wrote closing after three weeks), and through it all her faith in God sustains her. Kathie Lee Gifford reminds of Joan Rivers- they both worked hard, followed their dreams through good times and bad, picked themselves up, and never let anyone stop them from achieving their goals. People have strong opinions about both of these women, and I respect each of them for being true to themselves and never giving up.It's Never Too Late is a must-read for Kathie Lee Gifford fans, and people who have strong faith in God will get an extra level of appreciation from this book. It's inspirational and enjoyable, and it's good to be reminded especially during these troubled times that you can change your life for the better, no matter where you are in life.

[brangwinn · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Kathie’s effervescent voice is just the right tone for this upbeat look at what her life has taught her. Through her stories offers motherly advice. She speaks a little about her first marriage along with how faith has shaped her response to what life has thrown at her. I listened to it on a rainy, cold day while socially distancing. Kathy’s story was a good decision. I felt better after listening to it.