Nothin' to Lose: The Making of KISS (1972-1975) - Ken Sharp, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley

I'm not the biggest KISS fan, but this book was great.  It's a very detailed account of the band's early years with some Stooges content if you are looking for the real.  The message from the band is to work hard and be nice to people.  You see, it worked for them.