Talking as fast as I can : from Gilmore girls to Gilmore girls, (and everything in between)

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER and winner of the GoodReads Choice Awards 2017 for Humor, this collection of personal essays features the beloved star of Gilmore Girls and Parenthood sharing her experiences in Hollywood. Lauren Graham reflects on life, love, and her journey as a woman in the industry, offering behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the set of the new Gilmore Girls. With humor, she recounts her childhood, early acting career, and moments of self-reflection while on set, pondering if she "made it." She candidly discusses the challenges of being single in Hollywood, the unusual audition for a role, and her unexpected experience as a judge on Project Runway. In "What It Was Like, Part One," she revisits her casting as Lorelai Gilmore, while "What It Was Like, Part Two" explores her return to the role after nine years and its significance. Readers will discover her attempts to bond with Ellen DeGeneres through veganism, the pitfalls of meeting guys at awards shows, and her love for REI shopping. Including photos and diary excerpts from the filming of Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, this book feels like a cozy night in with a best friend, filled with laughter and storytelling.