First published 2000
In "Dish," Jeannette Walls lifts the veil on the notorious underbelly of the entertainment industry. From the salacious pages of Confidential magazine to the rise of People and the reign of Matt Drudge, Walls chronicles the evolution of celebrity journalism – a world where reputations are made and broken with a single headline. As she delves into the tactics of powerful publicists and the insatiable appetite for juicy rumors, Walls reveals the high stakes and dark consequences that come with trading in celebrity secrets. At its core, "Dish" is a riveting exploration of the power of information, the nature of fame, and the boundaries we're willing to cross in the pursuit of the next big story.
Genres: social-issues, non-fiction, journalism
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: power-dynamics, social-commentary
384 pages · Paperback · William Morrow Paperbacks