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A surprisingly soulful, sun-drenched ride through 1980s Hollywood that feels like listening to a charming friend confess their wildest secrets. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Stories I only Tell My Friends.
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- 01
Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing
Matthew Perry
A darkly funny, brutally honest conversation with a beloved star fighting for his life behind the scenes of his greatest success.
- 02
Always looking up
Michael J. Fox
A witty, warm-hearted reflection that transforms the heavy reality of chronic illness into an inspiring journey of reinvention.
- 03
High on arrival
Mackenzie Phillips
A brutally honest, harrowing descent into Hollywood's darkest corners and a desperate, ultimately triumphant claw back to the light.
- 04
Talking as fast as I can
Lauren Graham
A highly caffeinated, deeply comforting chat with a witty friend who has great stories and doesn't take herself too seriously.
- 05
Neil Patrick Harris
Neil Patrick Harris
An over-the-top, interactive romp through the life of a beloved actor, where you get to call the shots.
- 06
Beyond the Wand
Tom Felton
A warm, nostalgic backstage pass that slowly peels back the curtain to reveal the vulnerable reality of growing up famous.
- 07
Seriously--I'm kidding
Ellen DeGeneres
A breezy, conversational comedy set that feels like chatting with an upbeat friend who constantly goes on hilarious tangents.
- 08
Just a geek
Wil Wheaton
An earnest, conversational journey through the angst of former child stardom and the joy of finding your authentic voice.
- 09
Paddle your own canoe
Nick Offerman
A hearty, wood-scented manifesto on living deliberately, loving fiercely, and finding joy in the simple things.
- 10
The Fry Chronicles
Stephen Fry
A warm, fiercely articulate, and deeply self-deprecating stroll through the golden years of British alternative comedy and collegiate discovery.
- 11
Wishful Drinking
Carrie Fisher · 2008
A razor-sharp, laugh-out-loud survival guide to Hollywood royalty, addiction, and the absurdity of being a human action figure.
- 12
It's so easy
Duff McKagan
A raw, adrenaline-fueled descent into rock-and-roll excess that transforms into a surprisingly grounded story of survival and reinvention.
