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8 Hollywood celebs who turned fiction writers

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Jul 28, 2023, 17:53 IST
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​8 Hollywood celebs who turned fiction writers

Did you know that there are several renowned Hollywood celebrities who have made their mark in the film industry and have also ventured into the realm of fiction writing? From Tom Hanks to Hillary Duff, here we list down some such actors who have written novels.

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​Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks, one of the most recognisable faces in Hollywood, is also an author. His debut collection of short stories, titled 'Uncommon Type: Some Stories', was published in 2017 and recently he has published his novel 'The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece'.

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​Carrie Fisher

Carrie Fisher, renowned for her portrayal of Princess Leia in the 'Star Wars' franchise, is not only an actress but also an accomplished author. She wrote several semi-autobiographical novels, including 'Postcards from the Edge' and 'Wishful Drinking', and also her fiction book 'Surrender the Pink'.

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​Hillary Duff

Hilary Duff, known for her roles in television shows like 'Lizzie McGuire' and films like 'A Cinderella Story', has also ventured into writing. She is the author of a young adult book series called 'Elixir', which includes the books: 'Elixir', 'Devoted', and 'True'.

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​Steve Martin

Steve Martin is a well-known actor, comedian, and musician who has also found success as a writer. He has authored several novels, including 'Shopgirl', 'An Object of Beauty', and 'The Pleasure of My Company', all of which have received critical acclaim.

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​Pamela Anderson

Pamela Anderson, the Canadian-American actress and model known for her iconic role in the TV series 'Baywatch', has also explored the realm of writing. Anderson has authored autobiographical novels and one fiction novel titled 'Star'.

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​Ethan Hawke

Ethan Hawke, known for his roles in films like 'Training Day' and the 'Before' trilogy, has also written novels. His works include 'The Hottest State' and 'Ash Wednesday', both of which received positive reviews.

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​Sean Penn

Sean Penn, the renowned actor and filmmaker, has also tried his hand at writing. He penned the satirical fiction novel titled 'Bob Honey Who Just Do Stuff', which was published in 2018.

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​Lauren Graham

Known for her roles in TV shows like 'Gilmore Girls' and 'Parenthood', Lauren Graham is also an author. She has written four books in total including a fiction book, 'Someday, Someday, Maybe' (2013).

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