Stori Telling

Tori Spelling's memoir "Stori Telling" takes readers behind the scenes of her life as an actress and public figure. The daughter of television producer Aaron Spelling, she shares her experiences growing up in Hollywood and her path to becoming an actress. The book covers her role on "Beverly Hills, 90210" and subsequent career moves, while addressing public perceptions and media coverage of her life. She writes about her relationships, family dynamics, and the realities of growing up in a prominent entertainment industry family. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, Spelling presents her perspective on fame, family, and finding her own identity. The #1 New York Times bestseller earned the Bravo TV A-List Award for best celebrity autobiography in 2009. The memoir explores themes of authenticity and self-discovery amid public scrutiny, offering insights into the complexities of navigating both personal relationships and professional life in Hollywood.

Readers found the book more candid and engaging than expected. Most describe it as a quick, entertaining read that offers personal insights into Spelling's life and relationship with her family. Readers appreciated: - Honest discussion of family dynamics and Hollywood - Self-deprecating humor - Behind-the-scenes stories from "90210" - Direct addressing of tabloid rumors Common criticisms: - Writing style can be repetitive - Some stories feel incomplete or sanitized - Too much focus on defending past actions - Name-dropping of celebrities Ratings: Goodreads: 3.7/5 (15,000+ ratings) Amazon: 4.3/5 (300+ ratings) Sample reader comments: "She comes across as far more relatable than I expected" - Goodreads reviewer "The book reads like a long gossip session with a friend" - Amazon reviewer "Wanted more depth on certain topics, especially about her mother" - Goodreads reviewer

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🌟 The book earned the #1 spot on The New York Times Best Seller list just two weeks after its release in 2008 📺 During the writing of "Stori Telling," Tori was simultaneously filming her reality show "Tori & Dean: Inn Love" with husband Dean McDermott 👨‍👧 Her father Aaron Spelling, mentioned extensively in the book, produced over 200 television series including "Charlie's Angels," "Dynasty," and "Melrose Place" 💰 The memoir addresses the media frenzy surrounding Tori's inheritance - she received only $800,000 of her father's estimated $500 million estate ✍️ The book's unique title "Stori Telling" is a clever play on words, combining her first name with the act of storytelling, reflecting her desire to tell her own narrative