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Sneaky Showbiz Kindle Edition
You've heard the rumors. You've seen the headlines. But now it's time to reveal the salacious, sinfully intoxicating world of Sneaky Showbiz.
• Up-and-coming models sabotaging current industry darlings by casting sickness spells on them.
• Actors falling victim to itching spells cast to make them miss auditions.
• Fake influencers using hyena brains to manipulate their partners.
• And so many more devious acts!
The torrid love affair between Moroccan showbiz and sorcery has a long and storied history. With this power, villains run amok within their tight-knit circles. From masters of manipulation and backstabbing competitors to ruthless rivals, cruelties that would put the world's most hardened criminals to shame thrive. The underbelly of this oft-thought rich and enviable world is not what it seems.
This dark hidden world within Moroccan society even has a queen – R'kia, a mysterious woman notorious for her ability to bring her deepest and most sadistic desires to fruition. No one is safe from her wrath, and no one unfortunate enough to stand in her path is left unscathed.
Sneaky Showbiz exposes the dark side of fame where money, sex, and power rule. This world was largely unknown to the public . . . until now! Discover the once clandestine escapades that make up this secret world as you penetrate the well-crafted façade and see for yourself what lies beneath.
This titillating exposé sheds light on the entertainment world's dirty little secrets. Author Simo Ben discovered firsthand what Moroccan showbiz keeps hidden, who the key players are, and how they really "earned" their fame and fortune. This tell-all book unveils the riveting true story of how black magic has infiltrated every aspect of Moroccan society and turned the world of showbiz on its head.
Peek behind the curtain and discover the secrets of the intricately crafted façade that is Sneaky Showbiz!

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"It is creepy, to say the least; dead body parts, weird animal organs, it's all there. By the time you are done reading this book, I am pretty certain you will not look at couscous the same way again. Sneaky Showbiz is a long-overdue book" Reader's Favorite
"This book is fascinating!! Entertaining, informative, and really shines a light on how damaging and toxic this culture of fake perfection delivered via social media has become" Marie Still, Author of "We're All Lying"
"Picture using a corpse's hand to stir the popular dish of couscous to close a husband's eyes to a cheating wife. Yes, Moroccans...many of whom are Muslim... believe that works. Or how about adding corpse water to someone's coffee? Why corpses? Because "Everything that surrounds a corpse is priceless in the world of magic." Readers' Favorite
"Both the author and R'kia won't spare your sensibilities or sensitivities when it comes to the language they use. So brace yourself. Ben is a great writer, but the presentation is raw in its honesty. Toward the end of the book. Simo Ben mentions a movie, Much Loved, that portrays the prostitution elements in Moroccan society. As this aspect was almost as incredible to me as black magic, I decided to watch some of that film before writing this review. Phew...eye-popping!" Readers' Favorite
About the Author
Simo Benbachir (aka Simo Ben) is an award-winning journalist simultaneously lauded and feared for his brutal honesty and unshakeable integrity, whether interviewing celebrities or delivering bold opinions and fresh points of view to a captivated Arabic audience. As the first Moroccan TV reporter to cover prestigious Hollywood events such as the Grammy Awards and the Oscars, Simo has earned a reputation for being a truth-teller who doesn't hold back.
Simo is also a Moroccan showbiz star who rose through the ranks on the strength of his own merit. He has an aversion to people who believe they should be the center of the world and seem to exhibit selective memory once they reach the heights of fame and stardom. His no-holds-barred style of reporting has opened the doors to the world's most significant events, given him access to global superstars, and even inspired some of Hollywood's biggest Moroccan stars like RedOne, Sanaa Hamri, and French Montana to publicly speak in Darija, a Moroccan dialect of Arabic. His controversial interviews have exposed fake social media influencers and models, and his unique interview style inspires interviewees to divulge their secrets.
Today, Simo calls Los Angeles home. He is a TV correspondent for many Middle Eastern channels and hosts the "African Americans" TV show on the French channel Ubiznews TV. Additionally, he is a senior correspondent for Arab World Planet Panorama, the number one website globally.
The outspoken reporter strives to live his truth and expose the hypocrisy saturating the entertainment industry in developing countries. His mission continues, and he has no plans to stop until every fake influencer, con, faux celebrity, and Hollywood-wannabe egomaniac in the underdeveloped world becomes publicly known for manipulating the younger generations that worship and adore their every online post.
Buckle up! There's a long road of Moroccan drama ahead!
Product details
- ASIN : B0BDC5LFT7
- Publisher : BookBaby; 1st edition (November 11, 2022)
- Publication date : November 11, 2022
- Language : English
- File size : 1.7 MB
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 444 pages
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,399,925 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #50 in Morocco Travel
- #108 in Women in Islam (Kindle Store)
- #187 in Islamic Rituals & Practice (Kindle Store)
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About the author

Simo Benbachir (aka Simo Ben) is an award-winning journalist simultaneously lauded and feared for his brutal honesty and unshakeable integrity, whether interviewing celebrities or delivering bold opinions and fresh points of view to a captivated Arabic audience. As the first Moroccan TV reporter to cover prestigious Hollywood events such as the Grammy Awards and the Oscars, Simo has earned a reputation for being a truth-teller who doesn't hold back.
The outspoken reporter strives to live his truth and expose the hypocrisy saturating the entertainment industry in developing countries. His mission continues, and he has no plans to stop until every fake influencer, con, faux celebrity, and Hollywood-wannabe egomaniac in the underdeveloped world becomes publicly known for manipulating the younger generations that worship and adore their every online post.
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Customers find the book engaging and enjoyable. They praise the captivating storytelling, vivid descriptions, and realistic writing style. The spooky content and glimpse into Moroccan culture are also appreciated. Overall, customers find the book hard to put down and an insightful read.
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2023This book is a roller coaster of emotions and experiences felt and experienced second hand by the readers as the author takes us as secret companions in his journey as a fly on a wall behind the curtain of the queen or sorceresses magical room.
The story telling combines witt and wisdom. The details and descriptions gives you a crisp picture of each scene. And what adds to the thirst for knowing more, is the fact that it is based on reality not fiction.
The author, Simou, is reporting all the stories in a dialogue format as well as narration to make you experience with him the stories told while he adds his opinion and personal views without forgetting to make you laugh, sometimes cry, and even angry but most importantly shocked that such a world really exists outside of JK Rowling’s fiction books.
While some will find it offensive for the raw use of profanity and for reflecting a not so pretty image about the beautiful country of Morocco, it is only human that humans sin and are imperfect. Choosing to focus on this imperfection and study it does not mean that the beauty of an entire country is cancelled off. Morocco still has its beauty and a whole category of wonderful kind loving peaceful people. Many people don’t condone black magic and are righteous but the book is focused specifically on one aspect of that society and one category of its citizens and that is show-business and its subcategory that comprises the greedy apathetic individuals who crave fame and wealth at any expense and at any cost. A glimpse of the underground worlds as he calls them that a regular Joe Shmow would never know about.
Staying true to his “say it like it is” reporting style, the author shares his research findings in a way that will get your curiosity picked and keep you craving for more … as you find out that after all you knew in your life and all the high education you have received, you will be reading brand new information for the first time in your life that no University (Public or Ivy League) would ever incorporate in its curricular. This is fresh raw from the real world uncovered and exposed. In a way, it is crucial to understand these dynamics for self protection (not necessarily through magic) because knowledge is power, and for adjusting youth and adults expectations when they watch social media, influencers, artists/ stars living above the means of most professionals in a country where actors salaries are not in Hollywood terms and figures. A wake up call to those who think they are worthless as Doctors, Architects, Economists, Engineers because they worked hard around the clock and still make less than those influencers with barely a high school diploma if at all. When 1+1= millions of dollars, it is a hint that it is through ways that are untraditional and unethical where comparison should be off the table and totally irrelevant. Sneaky Showbiz is a window to the realization that nothing is what it seems and not all that shines is gold.
Beautifully written, honestly reported, and we will be in the lookout for the second book.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2024I really enjoyed reading this book! The mystery and allure of Moroccan culture and black magic drew me in right from the start, and it was hard to put down. The author’s vivid descriptions and engaging style pulled me into the narrative, and I found myself racing through the pages, eager to see what would happen next. It’s a captivating and insightful read that offers a unique perspective on mysticism and the richness of Moroccan traditions. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an engaging experience!
- Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2022The media could not be loaded.
Simo Benbachir tells an extremely powerful story that causes shock and disbelief, which may cause controversy in the showbiz industry but that’s what makes it worth the read.
Parts of these experiences may have been told before in interviews or national Moroccan media outlets but never with such freshness, intensity and power.
This is Simo’s first work, but he has complete control of his story and his style. Thanks again for this masterpiece.
5.0 out of 5 starsOrdered this book a while ago and was waiting for it to get shipped the moment it was available. Fair to say that I wasn’t disappointed at all!THIS IS A MUST READ BOOK!!
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2022
Simo Benbachir tells an extremely powerful story that causes shock and disbelief, which may cause controversy in the showbiz industry but that’s what makes it worth the read.
Parts of these experiences may have been told before in interviews or national Moroccan media outlets but never with such freshness, intensity and power.
This is Simo’s first work, but he has complete control of his story and his style. Thanks again for this masterpiece.
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- Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2023I absolutely loved reading this book about black magic in Morocco! The author masterfully weaved together the rich cultural elements and mysterious world of magic in this captivating tale. The vivid descriptions transported me to the enchanting streets of Morocco, and the intriguing plot kept me on the edge of my seat throughout the entire journey. It's a thrilling and immersive experience that I would highly recommend to anyone with an interest in mysticism and the allure of North African culture.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2024I purchased this book thinking it’s going to be a great book I ended up reading a book full of sociopath characters and better written stories, something is add about the author and his stories, I didn’t enjoy it At all ! It was waste of my time!!!
- Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2023Your perceptions of Moroccan entertainment are likely to be altered after reading this book. Although it may be challenging to read, the author's conversational tone will make it an effortless experience. It's as if you're sitting down with the author, delving into the deepest and darkest secrets of Moroccan sorcery. This book is a definite thumbs-up!
- Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2023I really like this book. Very interesting. Loved the details. So interesting what people are capable of and how far they can go to harm others. XOXO
I really like this book. Very interesting. Loved the details. So interesting what people are capable of and how far they can go to harm others. XOXO
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- Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2022READ THIS BOOK! The writing style is authentic and eager and passionate in truth and actual information. Some of the material is quite shocking, as it should be. This is magic we've heard about in movies from 500+++++ years ago, and it's happening TODAY. There are things in here... you just should know about. It's as simple as that.
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Client d'AmazonReviewed in France on November 5, 2023
2.0 out of 5 stars mitigée
Très vulgaire, tout au long du récit il ne fait que critiquer les marocains et énumère leurs défauts..je m’attendais à un documentaire factuel, mais le récit est truffé de jugements personnels pleins de haine et de mépris pour les marocains