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Published 19:15 IST, January 18th 2019

Michelle Obama's 'Becoming' breaks record set by 'Fifty Shades of Grey'

Two months since former First lady Michelle Obama's 'Becoming' hit the stands; it has become the most sold book on Amazon across all formats for 47 consecutive days

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Michelle Obama's 'Becoming' breaks record set by 'Fifty Shades of Grey'
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Two months since former First lady Michelle Obama's 'Becoming' hit the stands; it has become the most sold book on Amazon across all formats for 47 consecutive days. The book overtook 'Fifty Shades Of Grey' by becoming the book with the longest period at No 1 on Amazon best sellers list, reported E!online. 

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CNN also reported that while, on the 47th day, another book had taken over the No 1 position, 'Becoming' has since then returned to the top spot on the charts. 

Earlier in 2018, Michelle Obama, on speaking about the book, had taken to Twitter and written, Writing BECOMING has been a deeply personal experience. I talk about my roots and how a girl from South side found her voice. I hope my journey inspires readers to find the courage to become whoever they aspire to be. I cant wait to share my story.''

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Becoming is the autobiographical memoir of the former first lady of the US, Michelle Obama published in 2018. 

19:15 IST, January 18th 2019