One Nightstand
Bustle's One Nightstand asks celebrity readers and writers to share their four favourite books. Host Charlotte Owen goes deep on each selection, learning more about the lives of each guest in the process.
Episodes
Kit Harington
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen chats with ‘Game of Thrones’ star Kit Harington about trying to “improve” Dickens, the book that made him “insanely paranoid,” and joining HBO’s new Harry Potter series.Kit Harington’s One Nightstand picks: 1984 by George OrwellAny Human Heart by
Nick Robinson
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with Nick Robinson to talk about all things Raymond Carver, the book he read prepping for Maid, and what made him say, “Boys are dumb.”Nick Robinson’s One Nightstand picks: Where I'm Calling From: Selected Stories by Raymond Carver
Ethan Hawke
For Bustle’s first One Nightstand Live, Charlotte Owen sits down with Ethan Hawke at Strand Bookstore. The five-time Oscar nominee talks about his love of The Animal Family, explains why he was jealous of Dave Eggers, and shares his true feelings on those Lonesome Dove rumors.Ethan Hawke’s One Nightstand picks: The Animal Family by Randall JarrellHousekeeping by Marilynne RobinsonThe Eyes and th
Zoe Kazan
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with Zoe Kazan to discuss why Toni Morrison might just be America's greatest writer, casting Florence Pugh as Cathy, and the book that carried her through grief.Zoe Kazan’s One Nightstand picks: East of Eden by John Steinbeck Who Wi
Hasan Minhaj
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen chats with Hasan Minhaj as he confesses his unyielding devotion to Judy Blume and Beverly Cleary, explains how Craig David basically got him fired from Safeway, and why 'Yesteryear' has "a great f*cking premise." Hasan Minhaj’s
Domhnall Gleeson
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with actor Domhnall Gleeson; they dive into Roald Dahl’s ‘Matilda’, filming ‘Never Let Me Go’ and ‘About Time,’ and the Gleeson family member recommending the most unhinged books. Domhnall Gleeson’s One Nightstand picks: Matilda by Roa
Carly Rae Jepsen
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, pop icon Carly Rae Jepsen joins Charlotte Owen to dish on the “racy” poem that wooed her husband, her real feelings on "Call Me Maybe," and the status of 10 Things I Hate About You, her Broadway musical with Lena Dunham — whose memoir recently reignit
D’Arcy Carden
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. For this episode, Charlotte Owen chats with the hysterical D’Arcy Carden, who shares the book that absolutely wrecked her (in a good way), what it’s actually like working with Kristen Bell, and her unfiltered thoughts on the ‘Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow’ adaptation.D’A
Emmy Rossum
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. For this episode, Charlotte Owen chats with Phantom of the Opera star Emmy Rossum to discuss the book her therapist swore by, her surprising obsession with Real Housewives of Rhode Island, and whether the Shameless cast group chat is still buzzing. Emmy Rossum's One Nightst
John Leguizamo
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. For this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with Emmy and Tony Award winner John Leguizamo to talk about four incredible titles, his role in The Odyssey — including playing padel with Tom Holland — as well as the book that took him five years to write. And don’t worry, his turn
Ana Gasteyer
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with SNL alum and Tony nominee Ana Gasteyer to talk about the book she’s desperate to adapt, what it was like working on ‘Mean Girls’ with Tina Fey and Lindsay Lohan, and why playing the villain is so fun! Ana Gasteyer’s One Nightstand
Lewis Pullman
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. Charlotte Owen sits down with Top Gun: Maverick star Lewis Pullman to discuss the books he was introduced to while filming Outer Range, what it was like growing up following his famous father (Bill Pullman) around the country, and how he deals with the pressure of working on ad
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. Charlotte Owen sits down with actress, producer, and comedian Julia Louis-Dreyfus to discuss the author who moved her to tears, her experience at the helm of Veep, and the particular Seinfeld punchline she doesn’t agree with.Julia Louis-Dreyfus’s One Nightstand picks: Olive Kit
Colman Domingo
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen talks with multihyphenate star Colman Domingo about the title he considered adapting, why he wishes Season 3 of Euphoria was released all at once, and what it’s like working with Steven Spielberg. Colman Domingo’s One Nightstand picks: Hollywood
Elizabeth Banks
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with the hysterical Elizabeth Banks to talk about her endless love of Salinger and Colson Whitehead, why she thinks the world needs more Effie Trinkets, and if Matthew Macfadyen is her Mr. Darcy.Elizabeth Banks’s One Nightstand picks: N
Caitriona Balfe
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen chats with Outlander actor Caitriona Balfe about the importance of intimacy in storytelling, why she thinks Daphne du Maurier wrote women the way she did, and the book she’s gifted more than any other. Caitriona Balfe’s One Nightstand picks: Sold
Viola Davis
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with EGOT winner and New York Times No. 1 bestseller Viola Davis, who shares the book she says brought her “into consciousness,” what she’d like to ask Richard Wright, and why she chose to quote August Wilson after Michael B. Jordan’s i
Daniel Radcliffe
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with Daniel Radcliffe to talk about the title he still thinks about “all the time,” if he got advance copies of the Harry Potter series, and why his new play is different from anything he’s done before. Daniel Radcliffe’s One Nightstand
Lisa Rinna
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen chats with former Housewife and icon Lisa Rinna. The pair talk about everything from the books that changed her life, her stint on The Traitors, and that ill-fated Amsterdam trip.Lisa Rinna’s One Nightstand picks: The Secret by Rhonda Byrne The R
Jennifer Garner
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with Jennifer Garner to discuss the five titles that “shaped” her, which character she played in Little Women, and what it’s like sharing the screen with 13 Going on 30 co-star Judy Greer again. Jennifer Garner’s One Nightstand picks: L
Jennette McCurdy
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen chats with former Nickelodeon star Jennette McCurdy. The New York Times bestselling author shares why it was important to her to write realistic sex scenes, which author she can’t get enough of, and the latest with the adaptation of her memoir, I
Felicity Jones
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with Oscar-nominated actor and fellow Brummie Felicity Jones. The pair discuss their shared love of Virginia Woolf, the real reason she left The Worst Witch, and what would be on Jyn Erso’s reading list. Felicity Jones’ One Nightstand p
Jessie Buckley
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. On this episode, Hamnet star Jessie Buckley delights with tales of playing monsters alongside Christian Bale in Maggie Gyllenhaal's The Bride!, the origins of her love of Shakespeare, and a plea for more people to read Jean Rhys.Jessie Buckley's One Nightstand picks: G
Elizabeth Olsen
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Elizabeth Olsen reveals to host Charlotte Owen which author makes her laugh out loud, what she read before playing Marvel’s Scarlet Witch, and the one subject her publicist wishes she’d stop talking about. Elizabeth Olsen’s One Nightstand picks: When We Cease
Haley Lu Richardson
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. White Lotus star Haley Lu Richardson joins Charlotte Owen to discuss her love of poetry, smut, and Taylor Swift. Haley Lu Richardson’s One Nightstand picks: Three women by Lisa Taddeo. Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson Notes on Shapeshifting by Gabi Abrão.The Orange by Wendy Cop
Allison Williams
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Samantha Leach talks with Girls star Allison Williams to discuss her undying love for Homer’s Odyssey, the part of motherhood that’s shocked her most, and which book Lena Dunham told her she needed to option. Allison Williams’ One Nightstand picks: Frankenst
Penn Badgley
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen chats with Netflix’s hottest killer, Penn Badley, about his love of James Baldwin, what he really thinks of Joe Goldberg’s reading list, and how he’s handling being a father to three boys under 5. Penn Badley ’s One Nightstand picks: The Fire Ne
Judd Apatow
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Samantha Leach sits down with comedy genius Judd Apatow to discuss Steve Martin, taking ayahuasca, and how being the ultimate pack rat gave him enough material for a 576-page memoir. Judd Apatow’s One Nightstand picks: Born Standing Up by Steve Martin.The Hea
Lena Waithe
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen talks with Emmy Award-winning writer, actor, and producer Lena Waithe about her love of memoirs, how she feels about The Chi ending, plus an exclusive on what she’s cooking up with Issa Rae. Lena Waithe’s One Nightstand picks: Sky Full of Elephan
Mindy Kaling
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. This episode has Charlotte Owen sitting down with writer, actor, and comedian Mindy Kaling to talk rom-coms, murder, what she learned from Steve Carrell, and which major A-lister is trying to set her up.. Mindy Kaling's One Nightstand picks: Yours for the Season — Uzma Jala
Lukas Gage
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Samantha Leach sits down with pal Lukas Gage to talk about his new memoir I Wrote This for Attention, why he thinks Julia Fox’s Down the Drain is one of the best celebrity memoirs ever written, and the two-word advice he got from Jennifer Coolidge. Lukas Gage’s
Jesse Williams
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Samantha Leach goes deep with Jesse Williams on the titles that shaped his life, what attracted him to his most recent project, Hotel Costiera, and how reading A Confederacy of Dunces feels almost more relevant now. Special thanks to Tory Burch. Song of Solomon
Brittany Snow
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen chats with friend and The Hunting Wives star Brittany Snow, who shares the title that helped during her divorce, why she co-wrote September Letters, and what’s next. The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan DidionThe Untethered Soul by Michael A. Sin
Jay Ellis
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with Jay Ellis to talk about his childhood imaginary friend, when he realized Lawrence was wrong on Insecure, and what Bell Hooks taught him about love. Chain-Gang All-Star by Nana Kwame Adjei-BrenyahCrook Manifesto by Colson WhiteheadT
Issa Rae
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books.In this episode, writer, producer, and actor Issa Rae sits down with Charlotte Owen to discuss her new book, I Should Be Smarter by Now. Issa shares why life is better after your 20s, the book she’s desperate to adapt, and what she “romanticized” in her hit HBO series Insecure.T
Zosia Mamet
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, ‘Girls’ star and writer Zosia Mamet discusses escapism, flying by the seat of her pants at work, and a life affirming encounter with David Sedaris.‘Pride and Prejudice’ by Jane Austen ‘Slow Days, Fast Company’ by Eve Babitz‘The Heart’s Invisible Furies’ by John
Justine Lupe
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Charlotte Owen sits down with scene stealer Justine Lupe, to talk about her top five books, her chemistry with Nobody Wants This co-star Timothy Simons, and when she knew Succession had officially entered the zeitgeist. East of Eden by John SteinbeckOne Hundred
Michelle Zauner
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, author and Japanese Breakfast frontwoman Michelle Zauner discusses the follow up to her bestselling memoir, ‘Crying In H Mart’, reveals the title she dreams of adapting one day, …and the book that inspired a song on her new album.. Infinite Jest by David Foster
Celine Song
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. ‘Past Lives’ director and Oscar-nominee Celine Song discusses the books that helped shape her life and work, including new A24 romantic comedy, Materialists. The Art of Loving by Erich FrommHow Should a Person Be? by Sheila HetiThe Razor's Edge by W. Somerset MaughamPride and P
Tommy Dorfman
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, 13 Reasons Why star Tommy Dorfman shares four titles, including the author who made her feel like she could be a writer one day.Running With Scissors by Augusten BurroughsWalking Through Clear Water in a Pool Painted Black by Cookie MuellerSeverance by Ling MaI
Tinx
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at the blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books – in this episode, influencer and New York Times bestselling author, Tinx, shares five titles, including one that’s stuck with her since college.The Sun Also Rises by Ernest HemingwayThe Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina BrownThe Wedding People by Alison EspachA Little Life by Hanya Y
Sarah Jessica Parker
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at the blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books – in this episode, actor, producer, and Booker Prize judge Sarah Jessica Parker sits down with Sam Leach to share six reads she’ll never forget. These Days by Lucy CaldwellThe Bee Sting by Paul MurrayClear by Carys DaviesAn American Marriage by Tayari JonesThe Goldfinch by Donn
Bryce Dallas Howard
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at the blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books – in this episode, actor Bryce Dallas Howard shares five non-fiction titles, including a memoir from two family members, and one from a music legend.Just Kids by Patti SmithThe Boys by Ron Howard & Clint HowardDaily Rituals: Women at Work by Mason CurreyBig Magic: Creative L
Chelsea Handler
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at the blond in 11 Howard to discuss four of their favorite books – in this episode, comedian Chelsea Handler explains why she gravitates toward “meaty and juicy” tomes, shares the not age-appropriate novels she read aged 8, and reveals her thoughts on chick lit, the Book of Mormon, and getting her period.Letting Go by David HawkinsCirce by
Ariana DeBose
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at the blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books — in this episode, Oscar winning actress Ariana DeBose shares the reads that keep her awake at night (in a good way), reminisces on doing "the thang", and unpacks the challenges of being a multi-hyphenate.Shop Ariana's picks below: See You On The Other Side by Rachel Mon
Julia Stiles
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at the blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books – in this episode, Julia Stiles shares a novel from a former co-star, a memoir by a mentor, and a poetry collection that always makes her cry, as well as revealing where 10 Things I Hate About You's Kat Stratford would be today. Shop Julia's picks below: Don’t Call Me Home by
Sharon Horgan
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us in the blond at 11 Howard to discuss four of their favorite books – in this episode, creator and star of Bad Sisters, Sharon Horgan, shares a celebrity memoir, a psychotherapy deep dive, a novel she's adapting for the small screen, and one that didn't make it past pitch meetings.Shop Sharon's picks below: Love’s Executioner by Ir
Pauline Chalamet
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us in the blond at 11 Howard to discuss four of their favorite books — in this episode, actress and star of TheSex Lives Of College Girls, Pauline Chalamet, shares her thoughts on two-person book clubs, the author she'll always fangirl over, and the pandemic read she recommends to every person she comes across. Shop Pauline's picks belo
Cat Cohen
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us in the blond at 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books — in this episode, comedian Cat Cohen brings four titles with a common theme: Secrets.Shop Cat's picks below: The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. SalingerThe Secret History by Donna TarttLetters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria RilkeHow to Murder Your Life by Cat MarnellRead more on
Gillian Anderson
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us in the blond at 11 Howard to discuss four of their favorite books — in this episode, actor Gillian Anderson shares a poignant children's book, a non-fiction mediation on beauty and politics, a novel she had hopes of adapting, and one that she actually is. Shop Gillian's picks below: In The Forest by Marie Hall EtsDecolonising My Body
Jenny Slate
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us in the blond at 11 Howard to discuss four of their favorite books —Jenny Slate shares a feminist classic, a children’s book, a work of historical fiction, and a Booker Prize-winning British novel.Read more about Jenny Slate's four favorite books on Bustle.Special thanks to DÔEN CreditsDirector: Devin O’NeillDirector of Photography: Marsh
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