Kaufman, Amy (Journalist), author.
New York, New York : Dutton, [2018]
viii, 310 pages ; 24 cm
A budding idea — Why I’m a fan: Amy Schumer — The reality of creating the fantasy — Why I’m a fan: Allison Williams — The roots of television romance — Why I’m a fan: Nikki Glaser — The road to the mansion — Why I’m a fan: Heidi and Spencer Pratt — Drafting a game plan — Why I’m a fan: Melanie Lynskey — Inside the bubble — Why I’m a fan: Diablo Cody — Method to the madness — Why I’m a fan: Paul Scheer — Under the covers — Why I’m a fan: Joshua Malina — Falling for the fairy tale — Why I’m a fan: Donnie Wahlberg — Basking in the afterglow — Why I’m a fan: Jason Ritter — Riding the coattails — Why I’m a fan: Patti Stanger — Intoxicated by Happily ever after.
Draws on interviews with producers and fans to present a behind-the-scenes look at the reality television phenomenon and explores the show’s cultural influence and significance.
