I'll Have What She's Having

By: Chelsea Handler

Narrated by: Chelsea Handler

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In hilarious and tender essays, Chelsea Handler shares her unforgettable story of becoming the woman she always wanted to be.

“A raw and raucous exploration of Handler’s ongoing search for self . . . [She’s] disarming us with humor to get at our softest selves and meeting us with her own.”—Oprah Daily

There’s a woman I want to become, Chelsea Handler thought as a child. She’ll be strong and confident. She’ll light up a room and spread that light to make others feel better. She’ll make a living being herself. She’ll be a survivor.

At ten years old, Chelsea opened a lemonade stand and realized she’d make more money if the drinks were spiked. So she added vodka to her recipe and used her earnings to upgrade herself to first-class on a family vacation—leaving her parents and siblings in coach. She moved to Los Angeles and got fired from her temp job when she admitted she didn’t know how to transfer calls. She’s played pickleball with the scions of an American dynasty. She’s sexted a governor. She shared psychedelics with strangers in Spain. When she accidentally ended up at dinner with Woody Allen, she was not going to leave the table without asking him a very personal pointed question. She went on national television and talked about having threesomes. She's never been one to hold back.

But this life of adventure and absurdity is only part of her story. Chelsea knows what it is to truly show up for her family—canine and human, biological and chosen. She’s discovered how to spend time with herself, how to meditate, how to be open to love, and how to end a relationship with dignity. She is a sister to the many women who rely on her.

Surprisingly vulnerable and always outrageous, Chelsea Handler captures the antic-filled, exhilarating, and joyful life she’s built—a life that makes the rest of us think, I’ll have what she’s having.

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Critic reviews

“A characteristically hilarious and vulnerable collection of essays that tell the tale of how this one-of-a-kind comedian became the woman she always wanted to be.”—Katie Couric Media

“[Handler disarms] us with humor to get at our softest selves and meeting us with her own.”—Oprah Daily

“Chelsea Handler is getting vulnerable in her latest literary endeavor!”—People

Per Usual, Chelsea Knocks it Out of the Park!

This book, like all of her books is hilarious. What's different and even more enjoyable is the wisdom passed along so intentionally. A must read if you've enjoyed her other books and recommended to any woman that doesn't fit into our patriarchal society in the way it wants you too.

Grateful for your positivity

You are such an inspiration loved all of your books but I think this one might be my favorite yet.

Love you Chelsea!!!

So good, as always, great listen ❤️ I had heard a lot of the stories since I’m such a huge fan but there was a lot I hadn’t heard, too!

Real. Relatable. An inspiration!

Chelsea is do relatable and funny. She never disappoints with her honesty. I will write a book too. She has inspired me greatly!

The best

I couldn’t get enough of Chelsea’s stories and wisdom. Do yourself a favor and listen.

One of her best books yet

I have always loved reading Chelsea’s books and this one is no different. Every book is an evolution of the last one and it’s amazing to watch her grow as a writer and human. I have so much love and respect for her. Can’t wait to see what she comes up with next!

LOVED IT

I absolutely love Chelsea’s book and this was didn’t disappoint. So entertaining and thought provoking.

The sister i always wanted!

I can’t speak highly enough about this book. Chelsea narrates (thank goodness) and her stories are honest, insightful, humble, poignant and very, very identifiable to me as a single female. The conversations are shares about men, how they unconsciously give their unsolicited advice and direction, her relationships, friendships, family, pets, travel and business are SO identifiable…. I found myself agreeing OUT LOUD to so many of her stories! I’ve always liked her brashness and humor, but i have a newfound appreciation for the human being that she has worked so hard to become. Her gratitude is especially refreshing as is her take on female friendships and what they should really look like. Having struggled to find these mutually beneficial relationships, this was so helpful in reminding me of my self worth and who i allow myself to spend tune with. I really want to spend time with her in Mallorca!

Everyone should give this book a listen. It is entertaining as well as informative. I can’t wait for the next one. Thank you for adopting your pets and your people and providing the love that you have to the realm that surrounds you!

Beautiful letter to herself

I loved this book - it is such a beautiful story about her road to finding self love!

Best one yet!

I loved everything about this book! All around amazing! I wish there was more! 6 hours is just not enough