Get our latest book recommendations, author news, and competitions right to your inbox.
Table of Contents
About The Book
Hollywood, 1997. When Charity Trickett moves to LA to assist the director of the biggest blockbuster film of the year, she quickly realizes that Hollywood isn’t all red carpets and Rodeo Drive. But her determination to become a screenwriter and producer in this glamorous yet cutthroat industry cannot be stifled. Working harder than she ever has before, she impresses the top brass at Canopy Studios and inches herself closer to her dream. But her ambitions and tender heart are threatened by backstabbing coworkers, an evaporating bank account, love gone wrong, a mistake that could cost the studio hundreds of millions of dollars, and an FBI investigation that could land her in jail.
Surrounded by fame and money but unsure how to access either one, Charity’s grit and kindness steer her toward devoted friends and hopeful artists. If she can manage to stay out of trouble, maybe she can change bad to good.
Product Details
- Publisher: SparkPress (June 10, 2025)
- Length: 320 pages
- ISBN13: 9781684633173
Raves and Reviews
“A largely lighthearted, charming tale . . .”—Kirkus Reviews
“What makes this so engaging is Stringer’s insider knowledge, which drives the book’s plot, grounding the narrative in the messy reality that lurks behind Hollywood’s golden façade. She keeps the story lively and adds to the irreverent tone with sharp, fun chapter titles, resulting in a book that balances humor with insight, frustration with hope, and reality with just a touch of Hollywood magic. Entertaining, behind-the-scenes novel of 1990s Hollywood.”—BookLife
“A fun read from start to finish! A flawed and relatable heroine, the exciting world of filmmaking, and rom com vibes. Think Bridget Jones’s Diary meets Hollywood. The perfect poolside book.”—Patricia Leavy, author of The Location Shoot
Resources and Downloads
High Resolution Images
- Book Cover Image (jpg): Charity Trickett Is Not So Glamorous eBook 9781684633173