Stranger Than Fanfiction by Chris Colfer (Format used for this read: Print–paperback) Cash Carter is the young, world famous lead actor of the hit television show Wiz Kids. When four fans jokingly invite him on a cross-country road trip, they are shocked that he actually takes them up on it. Chased by paparazzi and hounded by…
The Woman In Me by Britney Spears (Format used for this read: print–hardback) he Woman in Me is a brave and astonishingly moving story about freedom, fame, motherhood, survival, faith, and hope. In June 2021, the whole world was listening as Britney Spears spoke in open court. The impact of sharing her voice—her truth—was undeniable, and…
Oscar Season by Mary McNamara (Format used for this read: print–hardback) Everyone goes a little crazy during Oscar Season — the campaigns, the parties, the seductions, the paybacks. Hollywood is never so cutthroat as it is at the turn of each year, when celebrities and their millions of fans across the globe begin their weeks-long, exclusive obsession…
Truly Madly Deeply by Alan Rickman Madly, Deeply is a rare invitation into the mind of Alan Rickman—one of the most magnetic, beloved performers of our time. From his breakout role in Die Hard to his outstanding, multifaceted performances in the Harry Potter films, Galaxy Quest, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, and more, Alan Rickman cemented his legacy as a world-class actor.…
Over The Top by Jonathan Van Ness (Format used for this read: Audiobook) The show “Queer Eye” on Netflix is one I just absolutely friggin’ LOOOOVE. It makes me cry, it makes me laugh, it makes me want to dress and cook and decorate better, it makes me believe in humanity again, and it is…
Me by Elton John (Format used for this read: Print–hardback from the library….how I miss yooouuuuuuuuu 😭😭😭😭😭) Reading autobiographies and memoirs has become one of my new favorite things. Especially when the author is extremely vulnerable and painfully honest. Sir Elton was ALL THAT AND THEN SOME in these pages. Here is the official summary:…
The Last Black Unicorn by Tiffany Haddish (Format used for this read: Audiobook) After I finished Carrie Fishers autobiography this one came up as a recommendation. I think she is HILARIOUS so I had to check it out. Here is a summary: “From stand-up comedian, actress, and breakout star of Girls Trip, Tiffany Haddish, comes…
Wishful Drinking by Carrie Fisher (Format for this read: Audiobook) I have discovered that autobiographies are totally my jam. Especially when there is plenty of dry sarcastic humor mixed in with some pretty intense emotional vulnerability. This book was totally that. Here is the summary: “The bestselling author of Postcards from the Edge comes clean…
Inside Out by Demi Moore (Format for this read: Audiobook) I kept seeing this book listed as one of 2019 “top reads”…so I thought I’d check it out. Autobiographies always fascinate me…hearing stories and experiences from people about their own lives is so interesting, especially when they are public figures we assume we “know”. I…
Love Life by Rob Lowe (Format used for this read: Audiobook) When I was pursuing my library app trying to find my next read/listen, I wanted something lighter than my last few picks… Something I didn’t have to use my brain much for, was entertaining, could give me a few laughs and not make me…