10 Reality TV Star Memoirs Filled with the Juiciest Tea on Everyone's Favorite Celebrities

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Whether you're a Bravoholic or a casual reality TV fan, it's impossible to deny that the genre has taken on a life of its own in recent years. In 2023, Vanderpump Rules became global news following Tom Sandoval's shocking affair with Raquel Leviss, while Real Housewives drama remains a constant topic in pop culture conversation. And thanks to TikTok, people have been revisiting reality TV classics like MTV's Newlyweds and The Hills, proving that there truly is longevity in the format.

Newer entries into the reality TV vernacular, like Love Is Blind, shock viewers with each new season, while stalwarts such as The Bachelor and The Bachelorette prove that they're not going anywhere. The Kardashians continue to polarize the population, while former reality stars like Paris Hilton and Jessica Simpson have stepped forward to tell their own stories in their own words.

If you've ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of reality TV, or you simply want to find out more about your favorite stars, such as Kris Jenner, Rachel Lindsay, and Nene Leakes, there's something for you on this list. Read on for the 10 most salacious reality TV memoirs to sink your teeth into.

Down the Rabbit Hole by Holly Madison

Throughout six seasons of The Girls Next Door, viewers fell in love with the women living at the Playboy Mansion, including Holly Madison. Before Hugh Hefner's death on September 27, 2017, Madison released Down the Rabbit Hole, a behind-the-scenes look at what life was really like as a Playboy Bunny.

From bitter rivalries and scheduled sex to encouragement to undergo plastic surgery, Madison leaves no stone unturned as she demystifies what previously looked like a somewhat idyllic existence. Follow it up with The Vegas Diaries, which tracks Madison's tenure at Planet Hollywood on the Las Vegas Strip.

Open Book by Jessica Simpson

As a pop superstar and business mogul, Jessica Simpson has proven she has staying power. But the "Irresistible" singer is also a reality TV stalwart, thanks to MTV's Newlyweds, which followed her doomed marriage to fellow pop star Nick Lachey.

With Open Book, Simpson gets real about her romantic relationships, her alcoholism, her body image struggle, and her incomparable career. Afterward, read her Amazon Original Story Movie Star, and try to guess the identity of the famous actor at its center.

Miss Me with That by Rachel Lindsay

Rachel Lindsay came to prominence as the first Black lead on The Bachelorette, and her insightful biography reveals what it was really like to star on the popular reality show. As well as finding love onscreen, Lindsay found her voice and has since called out the series for its lack of diversity.

As a passionate civil rights advocate who has learned to navigate the entertainment industry, Lindsay is both politically and pop-culturally engaged, which is a winning combination.

Give Them Lala by Lala Kent

Lala Kent's book may have been written before #Scandavol went down, but her insights into the Vanderpump Rules gang will thrill anyone who's eagerly been following the drama. Kent doesn't shy away from the more challenging areas of her life, such as her former relationship with movie producer Randall Emmett to her long journey to sobriety.

If you're a fan of Kent's outspoken nature and hilarious one-liners, you're bound to adore Give Them Lala. If you're new to Vanderpump Rules, consider Kent's book the perfect cheat sheet.

The First Time by Colton Underwood

Colton Underwood's journey on The Bachelor franchise has been anything but ordinary. Having appeared on The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, and Bachelor in Paradise, Underwood failed to find lasting love, but he explores all of his romances in depth in his book.

An honest account of the pressures facing reality TV contestants and a precursor to Underwood coming out in 2021 and tying the knot with Jordan C. Brown in 2023. His book is proof that it's never too late to live an authentic and happy life while being true to yourself.

Paris: The Memoir by Paris Hilton

Paris Hilton was already famous when she starred in the reality TV hit The Simple Life alongside fellow party girl Nicole Richie. But the world had no idea that behind the heiress' pink and sparkly facade was a woman in pain following years of childhood abuse while attending boarding schools for troubled kids.

From her ADHD diagnosis and her infamous sex tape to her many escapades with other celebrities, Hilton's memoir will shock and surprise even her most dedicated fans. If you've ever wondered what makes the DJ and entrepreneur so successful, look no further than Paris: The Memoir.

Never Make the Same Mistake Twice by Nene Leakes

Nene Leakes gained a plethora of fans on The Real Housewives of Atlanta thanks to her killer wit, incredible style, and authenticity. In her book, Leakes documents the key moments of her life, from her difficult childhood and journey to becoming a single mother to her burgeoning career as a reality star.

Throughout it all, Leakes maintains her sense of humor and her ability to lift others up, which will definitely appeal to fans and newbies alike. We're eagerly awaiting a follow-up volume.

Choices: To the Hills and Back Again by Audrina Patridge

MTV's The Hills defined the late '00s, with most of its young stars building careers off the back of the glitzy reality series. Audrina Patridge may be known for dating the man that "wore combat boots to the beach," but her early celebrity encounters include texting Leonardo DiCaprio and dating Chris Pine.

Patridge also reveals how much of The Hills was fake and whether she really had a thing for Brody Jenner. Basically, if you're all about Y2K nostalgia, Partridge's book will not disappoint.

I Choose Myself by Deepti Vempati

On the second season of Love Is Blind, Deepti Vempati famously left Abhishek "Shake" Chatterjee at the altar after enduring a less-than-enthusiastic romance with the veterinarian who was overly obsessed with shallow pursuits. After choosing herself, Vempati penned her memoir, which hopes to empower other women who find themselves undervalued and unappreciated in relationships.

From behind-the-scenes anecdotes from Netflix's glossy reality series to deep insights into her own mindset during the show, Vempati tells her own story on her own terms.

Kris Jenner...And All Things Kardashian by Kris Jenner

Everyone's favorite momager single-handedly built a family empire, which continues to thrive on Hulu's The Kardashians. Kris Jenner's candid memoir explores everything from the infamous O.J. Simpson trial, which her late ex-husband worked on, to what it was like raising six children, all of whom she helped turn into superstars.

Whether you're a fan of the Kardashian-Jenner clan or simply can't fathom why they're all over our screens, ...And All Things Kardashian should provide most of the answers you need.

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