Drew Barrymore is set to publish a book of essays about her life, it was announced today.
While the actress, who turned 40 this week, has spoken about her difficulties growing up famous, the book will be a collection of light essays.
“I love stories that are humorous, emotional and welcoming, and that is my goal in writing this book,” Barrymore said in a statement.
Barrymore has previously published a book of photography, Find it in Everything.
The book doesn’t yet have a title, but according to People will include stories about getting by on her own at 14, saying goodbye to her father and motherhood (Barrymore is the mother of two daughters, Olive, 2.5, and Frankie, 10 months).
Ben Sevier, publisher of Dutton, which will publish Barrymore’s book said, “We are thrilled to welcome Drew Barrymore, a true American icon, to the Dutton list, and can’t wait to help bring her wonderful writing to the world.”
Barrymore is certainly not the first celebrity to venture into the world of pithy yet punchy writing about life. Click through for more.
Drew Barrymore is set to publish a book of light essays about her life.
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The younger Minogue sister released her memoir “My Story” in 2010. She also has a book called “My Style”.
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