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The phrase "authorised biography" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to refer to a biography that has been officially approved or sanctioned by the subject of the biography or their representatives.
Example: "The authorised biography of the famous musician provides an in-depth look at their life and career, featuring exclusive interviews and insights."
Alternatives: "official biography" or "sanctioned biography".
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In 2015, there was an authorised biography.
But Anthony Sampson's authorised biography, "Mandela", is also very good.
He is currently writing the authorised biography of Doris Lessing.
(Hunter Davies's authorised biography was a particular favourite).
Anthony Sampton's 'Mandela: The Authorised Biography' was published by HarperCollins in 1999.
TO WRITE an authorised biography is to enter a Faustian pact: access in return for respect.
Me: The Authorised Biography by Byron Rogers is published by Aurum.
His latest authorised biography, Inside Story by Roger Steer (IVP) appeared in 2009.
Zachary Leader's authorised biography of Bellow is not due for several years.
He is the author, most recently, of a 1,000-page 1,000-page biograuthorisednry Kissinger.
2. Paul McCartney: Many Years From Now by Barry Miles An authorised biography.
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