Christy Carlson Romano’s Top Books on Navigating Fame and Childhood Stardom!

Curious about what books captivate your favorite stars, from age-old classics to the latest must-reads? Welcome to Page-Turners, a series where celebrities share the reads that keep them engaged, inspired, and reading into the wee hours. Be prepared: your to-read list is about to expand.

Christy Carlson Romano finds solace in books that help her process and understand her experiences as a former child star at Disney.

“There’s a common thread among trauma, addiction, ambition, and the literature we turn to in order to understand these facets,” she explained to Page Six.

Her latest memoir, “Once Upon a Trainwreck,” now available, dives deep into her early fame, her struggles with addiction, becoming a mother, and more.

Below, find a list of books Romano highly recommends.

“Dopamine Nation” by Anna Lembke

“This book articulated my experiences and transformed my views on attention, social media, and our definition of entertainment,” she remarked.

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“I’m Glad My Mom Died” by Jennette McCurdy

“I devoured it in one night, crying not out of sorrow, but from a deep place of recognition,” she shared.

“The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald

“I’ve pored over it five times. Initially, I saw myself as Daisy, but last time, I realized I’ve been chasing the green light my entire career,” she confessed.

“Life Is a Contact Sport” by Ken Kragen

“Kragen, who managed Kenny Rogers and organized ‘We Are the World,’ showed me that a career is built on relationships, not just achievements. I revisit this book at every major turn in my life,” she noted.

“The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk

“This text provided a roadmap for comprehending how fame impacted my upbringing and offered strategies for healing,” she stated.

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“Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury

“Bradbury predicted the era of wall-sized screens dulling societal awareness back in 1953. He just didn’t foresee that we’d shrink them to fit our pockets,” she mused.