I read some of Chelsea Handler's earlier books when I was in my early 20s. I wasn't sure if this would still resonate 15 years later, but I appreciated the perspective and more reflective nature of this book.

If you’re not a person whose kept up with Chelsea lately (ba dum swish), I’d recommend watching her comedy stand up special 'Evolution' (filmed during the height of COVID) before reading this book. It shows you the headspace she was at toward the beginning of healing herself via therapy, while this book is arguably a culmination of what she's learned and appreciated from therapy.

This book is not what I expected in that there isn’t a lot of Handler’s dark, suggestive humor. Instead, it it's more like an honest journal of someone attempting to let go and let love steer. It’s admirable and depending on where you’re also at in life, relatable. To me, this humanized Chelsea even further. I’ve been a fan since before her ‘Chelsea Lately’ days. This book is vulnerable and honest and (even more) proof she’s more than a standup character.

My many thanks to Random House Publishing Group & The Dial Press for the chance to read this title early. What a treat. I really enjoyed and took away so much from this.

This is the first Chelsea Handler book I have read. It is vignettes of her life with 2 dogs, her love of skying, her love of an ex-boyfriend's three daughters, vacationing on Martha's Vineyard, and how therapy made her a less critical, more self aware, voice of reasonableness. I didn't know what to expect but I enjoyed the read just the same. I have a couple more of her books on my Kindle and will pull them out to read sooner not later.

Was so excited for a new Chelsea book and this didn’t disappoint. I’ve seen very little buzz for this one, but it was great! In typical Chelsea fashion, this is a story of hilarious shorts. You see her through serious relationships, growing through therapy, family dynamics and more.

Thanks so much for the arc!

Full review on my Instagram!

I was lucky to get a ARC, and Chelsea does it again! Her seventh book continues to have hilarious stories that have you cackling out loud and wondering how on earth that can be true! But true to Chelsea fashion it is. It also details her growth and continuous challenge to be a better person. I really enjoyed her discussing this and what works for her personally. Such a fun light hearted ready of many short stories with some that are ever evolving through the book.

Synopsis: A memoir by comedian Chelsea Handler

Thoughts: This isn’t the first book that I’ve read by Chelsea and not has she grown and changed. This book was not racy like her first books, it was full of thought, compassion and maturity.

Thank you to Chelsea Handler, Random House and NetGalley for the advanced copy

Chelsea Handler’s I’ll Have What She’s Having is a hilarious, insightful, and deeply relatable journey into self-discovery. With her signature wit and unfiltered honesty, Handler invites readers into her world, offering sharp observations and laugh-out-loud moments that are balanced with touching reflections on life, love, and finding happiness on your own terms. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to her work, this book is an entertaining reminder that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself and chase what truly fulfills you.

I have been a fan of Chelsea Handler’s since The Chelsea Handler Show appeared on E! in 2006. I was a freshman in college at the time and Chelsea’s humor, directness, and confidence appealed to me. I have followed her career since which led me to this book. Out of all her books, this is my absolute favorite. In Chelsea’s previous works, I have never seen her be as vulnerable and honest as she has been in this book. Each chapter held stories of Chelsea’s growth but also challenged me to self reflect as well. Chelsea encourages kindness, finding your happiness, and helping others. The only negative about the book is that it was hard to follow because the chapters are non-linear. It would have been helpful if the chapters were dated in order to have a frame of reference as to when they occurred.

I also loved that she gave a shout out to flight attendants in the forward. They often go overlooked and unappreciated; along with many others in the service industry.

I have no doubt that Chelsea has her seventh New York Times Bestseller on her hands here!

Chelsea Handler, I adore you. These essays are wonderful - I found myself laughing and tearing up in equal measure reading them. As much as I enjoyed the humor, I enjoyed the growth arc here even more. I've read most of Chelsea's other books and her evolution emotionally as an adult is so palpable comparing one to the next. There's so much honesty, tenderness, and self-forgiveness woven into the stories in this book. It's clear that Chelsea understood the assignment with therapy and is owning who she is, what she represents, and what she brings to the people lucky enough to cross paths with her. It's visible in every story here. The stories here are also honest - Chelsea is a fallible human just like the rest of us. She occasionally gets off track, identifies it, corrects with grace, and keeps moving forward. I finished 'Woman', the final essay of this book with tears in my eyes. It's the letter many of us ought to share with younger version of ourselves <3

This book is a must read for any Chelsea Handler fans. This book reminded me why I like her and why I must read all of her other books!
I laughed out loud and cried when reading this book.
I would highly recommend this!
I received a ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Chelsea can do no wrong for me, and her latest really hit the mark for me. She was funny, honest and a different Chelsea than I'm used to. While she still had some really great stories (Cuomo), it was the more personal pieces that did it for me. I love Chelsea through and through and am so happy she's back!

As someone who has been reading Chelsea's books since the start, it's so fascinating to watch how she grows and changes. I love that she writes every book from where she is at, and we get to see how she'd changed and what's stayed the same. I felt like this was her most authentic book - funny but honest and soft (almost?).

Thanks to Netgally and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for honest review!
I've loved Chelsea Handler forever. I used to watch Chelsea Lately every week because her personality is so awesome. She has the same birthday as my best friend and I always thought we'd be friends if we ever met lol
I've read all of Chelsea's books. She's always funny and blunt and very protective of her family (while always admitting how dysfunctional they are). This book has a more serious vibe because she's applying all the things she learned in therapy to her life and kind of explaining how we can do the same. I think it's awesome how family oriented she is and I absolutely adore her relationship with her rescue dogs. I think it's great that this book is released on her 50th birthday, because it shows how far she's come in her life. If you like Chelsea Handler, you'll love this book!

Take a walk down memory lane with Chelsea Handler as she shares a bit about her life and what she’s learned through it all. And, as always, she tells it like it fucking is!

I’ll Have What She’s Having 🥂
By Chelsea Handler



I’m a huge fan of Chelsea Handler. I find her hilarious and a true feminist icon. I’m constantly amazed by her self-reflection and awareness. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed everything she’s written, watched her show, and even seen her live. I was thrilled to receive this advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

In her latest life chapter, she concentrates on her ongoing journey toward enlightenment, her tumultuous love affair with Joe Koy, and her subsequent breakup with the comedian. Her path towards continued happiness contains love, laughter, and believe it or not - children.

That said, there were some glaring issues that I couldn’t overlook. The memoir felt disjointed, almost like a collection of short stories rather than a cohesive novel. It was also self-aggrandizing in the worst way possible. She spends a significant amount of time discussing her desire to be less selfish and less self-absorbed, but the entire narrative feels exactly that - self-absorbed. Pages and pages dedicated to her own greatness and her efforts to be giving, while simultaneously insisting that she will never put herself second to anyone else again. It simply felt counterproductive.

Furthermore, it lacked humor. The humor I had anticipated was nowhere to be found. Instead, it was more self-help and less comedy, which wasn’t what I had hoped for.

Overall, it was a good book, but it wasn’t her best work. I miss the vulnerable, angry, and gossipy Chelsea. Self-actualized Chelsea just isn’t as entertaining.

I would recommend this book to individuals who are fans of Chelsea Handler, self-reflection enthusiasts, and therapy practitioners.

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I have loved a Chelsea Handler for many years. I have read all her books and this is one of my favorites. Each story not only can make you laugh, but also shows how much she has grown as a person. The stories she tells can make anyone want to be a better person. I look forward to hearing more stories from her in the future..

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

This book had both comical anecdotes and insightful life lessons, but ended up falling a bit flat for me in comparison to Chelsea’s other books. I felt it was missing the laugh out loud moments I’ve come to expect from her. I do appreciate the evolution of Chelsea and her introspection, but there was a bit too much of that for me within each essay.

Overall, the book was well written and I did really enjoy it. Thank you for this advance reading copy!

I’ll Have What She’s Having
By Chelsea Handler

Chelsea delivers a heartfelt, reflective, and empowering collection of autobiographical essays focusing on personal growth and healing. I’ve been a fan of Chelsea since the beginning and have read all her books as they’ve been released. If you’re up to date on her comedy evolution then the change of tone from her first book to this one won’t be surprising, but if you’re expecting something similar to her earlier 2000’s reads– her vibe is totally different (in the best way) but you’ll still enjoy her trademark humor.

The essays are non-linear which worked for me since they’d all make sense on their own, but they’re more impactful when read in order. Chelsea doesn’t shy away from vulnerability and honesty as she details her up’s and down’s. My favorite aspect is how dealing with difficult truths about herself led to being able to love herself and her life more than ever. I appreciated the message that being true to yourself is important, but owning where you might be falling short is just as vital.

I learned, laughed, and teared up while reading this book- likely because I share many of Chelsea’s qualities. I love that Chelsea begins to find comfort in being alone, reading, and spending time in nature. I thought the aspects about having a special relationship with children despite not wanting children herself were beautiful. I always enjoy seeing strong representations of the varying ways women can thrive and I think Chelsea is an amazing model of genuine female empowerment.

Thank you Penguin Randomhouse and NetGalley for this early read!

I like Chelsea Handler and was skeptical about another book as I read her others. However, this one is just as funny, covering covid lockdowns, family issues and the Bush twins.