The hit TV competition show The Traitors returns with a second series of the Celebrity Traitors version in the Autumn. The BBC have recently released a first-look trailer but while audiences wait to enjoy the show, For Reading Addicts has compiled a reading list of books, some penned by the celebrities cast on series two and others with adaptations starring the celebs, to keep you busy until New Year’s Day.
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Rethink: How We Can Make a Better World by Amol Rajan
Based on the hit BBC podcast, Rethink features writing from a variety of contributors. The book is edited and features introductions by presenter and journalist Amol Rajan. From history to activism, from music to health this book re-examines a plethora of public and private aspects of life.
Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin
Adapted into a TV series, George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones starred actor Bella Ramsey in the professional acting debut as Lyanna Mormont. The fantasy series full of conflict, noble families and dragons is one of many literary roles Ramsey has taken in during their career alongside Mildred Hubble in Jill Murphy’s the Worst Witch, Angelica in Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials, and voicing Zora in The Sheep Detectives; a film inspired by the novel Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann.
James Acaster’s Classic Scrapes
Comedian James Acaster first told the stories featured in this book on fellow comedian, Josh Widdicombe’s radio show, in an aptly named segment ‘James Acaster’s Classic Scrapes’. Those hilarious tales, plus never-before-heard stories and self-penned drawings are brought together in this Sunday Times bestseller.
How To Be A Complete and Utter Blunt: Diary of a Reluctant Social Media Sensation by James Blunt
A year in the life of the self-professed reluctant social media user, singer James Blunt’s tongue-in-cheek book sees him rise to the heady heights of occasionally ‘winning the internet’. “Once upon a time, James Blunt’s most enduring legacy was a three-minute, thirty-second pop song about a girl he saw on the underground, and a nation’s worth of abuse. But with the invention of Twitter, James found his real voice, and with it, the chance to reply with a simple ‘up yours’.”.
Femme Feral by Joanne McNally
Publishing in March 2028 comedian Joanne McNally’s novel is a ‘manifesto for survival’. exploring the chaos and exhilaration of following your basic insticts, McNally blends stories from her own life with wider comical observations about what it means to be a single woman in your thirties. From body image and fashion to bad dates, McNally leaves no stone unturned.
Joe Lycett’s Art Hole
A vibrant and colourful book from the chaotic comedian, artist and TV presenter, Joe Lycett’s Art Hole is full or original artwork and accompanied by hilarious stories featuring Harry Styles, Robert Peston and Gail Platt.
An Actor’s Alphabet: An A to Z of Some Stuff I’ve Learnt and Some Stuff I’m Still Learning by Julie Hesmondhalgh
Actor and narrator, Julie Hesmondhalgh is a familiar face on British screens having starred in hit shows including: Happy Valley, Broadchurch, and The Pact. She is perhaps best known for her role as Hayley Cropper in Coronation Street between 1998 and 2014. Her book, An Actor’s Alphabet, draws on her decades of experience in the industry to shine a light of the realities of a life in acting.
Believe by Leigh-Anne Pinnock
Singer Leigh-Anne Pinnock’s memoir is described as an “empowering and honest” from a member of one of the biggest girl groups, Little Mix. Leigh-Anne’s life changed when she appeared on X Factor and formed Little Mix alongside Jade Thirlwall, Perrie Edwards, and Jesy Nelson, becoming the first group to win the competition show. Thurst into stardom, Leigh-Anne was living a childhood dream but as a Black woman within an industry and team with little diversity, Leigh-Anne was struggling with her identity. This highly-anticipated memoir journey from growing up in a mixed-race family to stardom, exploring the moments that have shaped her on the way.
A Home for Spark by Michael Sheen and Jess Webb, illustrated by Sarah Massini
Actor Michael Sheen is well-known not just for his countless roles but also his philanthropy. This delightfully illustrated children’s book is no different, an story of finding home, the publisher Puffin and the author are proud to give 50p for every English-language paperback copy of this book sold in the UK and Ireland to Shelter. Shelter will pay an equivalent amount for sales made in Wales to Shelter Cymru.
Is It Just Me? by Miranda Hart
Actor and comedian, Miranda Hart, has penned and published several books since her Sunday Times bestselling memoir but Is It Just Me? is a hilarious and honest look into Hart’s life, and a great place to start if you want to pick up a book by Miranda Hart.
Rutherford and Fry’s Complete Guide to Absolutely Everything (Abridged)
Professor Hannah Fry has published several books including a mathematical exploration of Santa Claus. This Sunday Times bestseller from Fry and Adam Rutherford the stars of BBC radio 4’s Curious Cases is her most recently published work, proving a comprehensive guidebook to the universe and everything in it.
A Pocket of Happiness by Richard E. Grant
Using diary entries kept faithfully since childhood, this memoir from actor, Richard E. Grant, takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster from his emigration from Swaziland to London in 1982, to falling in love with renowned dialect coach Joan Washington, through their decades-long marriage. When Joan died in 2021, her final wish was for him to find a ‘pocket full of happiness’ every day.
A Class Act: Life as a working-class man in a middle-class world by Rob Beckett
Comedian Rob Beckett’s Sunday Times Bestselling book is a comedic exploration of class. From growing up in a working-class family to navigating a middle-class world and understanding where he belongs, Beckett offers an account of an outsider and the life lessons he’s learnt along the way.
Straight Outta Crawley: Memoirs of a Distinctly Average Human Being by Romesh Ranganathan
Another comedian joining the cast of Celebrity Traitors series two is Romesh Ranganathan. In his autobiography, tells the full story of how he made it in comedy, with a stop as a maths teacher along the way.
Take Nothing for Granted by Ross Kemp
BAFTA-winning documentary maker and actor known for his portrayal of TV hardman Grant Mitchell, Ross Kemp has published several books throughout his career exploring topics that have also been the centre of documentaries from gangs to war zones. In Take Nothing for Granted, Kemp offers ‘Tales from an Unexpected Life’ exploring some of the funny, scary and exciting things that have happened in his life.
Heartstopper by Alice Oseman
Oseman’s acclaimed LGBTQ+ graphic novels have also been adapted into a much-loved Netflix series. Actor, Sebastian Croft starred Ben Hope in 13 episodes of the series. He also made his acting début in Game of Thrones as young Eddard Stark.
My Mad Fat Diary by Rae Earl
Adapted into a hit comedy series, My Mad Fat Diary is the hilarious and touching real-life diary from writer Earl. Actor, Sharon Rooney, who joins the cast of Celebrity Traitors starred in the lead role of Rae in the adaptation.
These celebs will also star alongside their fellow contestants: Jerry Hall, King Kenny, Maya Jama, and Myha’la. Celebrity Traitors series two is set to air on BBC and BBC iPlayer this Autumn. While no air date has been revealed yet, series one showed from November 2025.
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