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"Wildly funny and irreverent," says The New York Times Book Review.
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A Star Is Bored follows Charlie Besson as he embarks on a chaotic, hilarious, and unexpectedly tender journey as personal assistant to movie star Kathi Kannon—icon, author, eccentric, and whirlwind of Hollywood chaos.
Over three wild years, their bond deepens into a fierce, funny friendship that forces Charlie to confront whether he’ll live on the sidelines forever or step into the leading role of his own life.
Inspired by the author's time as assistant to beloved actress and author Carrie Fisher.
The Devil Wears Prada vibes, but queer and with heart.
“Wildly funny and irreverent... suffused with complex sensitivity.”
— The New York Times Book Review
“The fun summer read so many of us are craving.”
— USA Today
“A sweet goodbye and an ode to friendship... it delights.”
— New York Post
“Ingenious... savage satire leavened with compassion.”
— Los Angeles Times
“Incandescent, uproariously funny, and tender... a love letter to Carrie Fisher and Hollywood.”
— Variety
“Funny, dishy, and deeply affectionate... the force is with him.”
— People
“A fizzy roman à clef... witty and tender.”
— Publishers Weekly
“Laugh-out-loud funny, charming, exquisitely observed.”
— Stephen Fry
“Fierce and funny... queer chicken noodle soup for my soul.”
— Jonathan Van Ness
“A love story of an assistant and his lonely, hilarious boss... it broke my heart.”
— Julia Claiborne Johnson
“I expected laughs. I didn’t expect so much heart. A terrific read.”
— Laurie Gelman
“A knockout. Riotously funny and wickedly tender.”
— Taylor Jenkins Reid
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Big Gay Wedding follows Barnett Durang, who plans to marry his fiancé on his mother’s Louisiana rescue farm—without telling her first. As hundreds of guests descend from the “heathen coasts,” family wounds and small-town tensions collide with glitter, love, and unapologetic joy.
Over one unforgettable week, this unlikely wedding becomes a riotous, tender celebration of love, identity, and letting the future look different from the past.
Schitt’s Creek meets Father of the Bride.
CALIBA’s Golden Poppy Book Awards finalist
Named a Most Anticipated Book by Book Riot, New York Post, and Zibby Owens
“Hilarious! A perfect summer escape.”
— Entertainment Weekly
“An immersive novel that celebrates love of all kinds.”
— Shondaland
“Uproarious... pack this must-read in your bag.”
— Town & Country
“Chaotic in the best way... hilarious and heartfelt.”
— Booklist
“My heart grew three sizes... a poignant delight from start to finish.”
— Bianca Marais
“Quirky, tender, and hilarious... lovers of Schitt’s Creek will rejoice.”
— Kate Russo
“Filled with charming characters, empathy, and so much heart.”
— Allison Larkin
“Warm and hysterical... I felt like I hit the wedding guest jackpot.”
— Bobby Finger
“A delicious mix of comedy, romance, and family drama... brimming with life.”
— Jonathan Parks-Ramage