Talking as Fast as I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls (and Everything in Between)

Talking as Fast as I Can is a humorous and heartfelt collection of personal essays by Lauren Graham, best known for her role as Lorelai Gilmore in Gilmore Girls. In the book, she reflects on her life and career, sharing stories about her childhood, her early struggles as an actress, and her experiences working in Hollywood. She talks openly about the challenges of being single, the pressure placed on women in the industry, and some of the funny and awkward moments she has faced.

A major focus of the book is her journey with Gilmore Girls. In one part, she looks back on how she first got the role, and in another, she describes what it was like to return to the character years later for Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. The book also includes diary excerpts from filming, giving readers a behind-the-scenes look at the revival.

Throughout, Graham’s storytelling is warm, witty, and relatable, making the book feel like a personal conversation with a close friend—full of laughter, reflection, and honesty.