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Big Bang Theory: The Definitive, Inside Story of the Epic Hit Series
Big Bang Theory: The Definitive, Inside Story of the Epic Hit Series | Jessica Radloff
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The definitive, behind-the-scenes look at the most popular sitcom of the last decade, The Big Bang Theory, packed with all-new, exclusive interviews with the producers and entire cast. The Big Bang Theory is a television phenomenon. To the casual viewer, it's a seemingly effortless comedy, with relatable characters tackling real-life issues, offering a kind of visual comfort food to its millions of dedicated fans. But the behind-the-scenes journey of the show from a failed pilot to a global sensation is a fascinating story that even the most die-hard fans don't know in its entirety. THE BIG BANG THEORY: THE DEFINITIVE, INSIDE STORY OF THE EPIC HIT SERIES is a riveting, entertaining look at the sitcom sensation, with the blessing and participation of co-creators Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady, executive producers Steve Molaro and Steve Holland, as well as Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Melissa Rauch, Mayim Bialik, and more. Glamour senior editor Jessica Radloff, who has written over 150 articles on the series (and even had a cameo in the finale!), gives readers an all-access pass to its intrepid producing and writing team and beloved cast. It's a story of on-and-off screen romance told in hilarious and emotional detail, of casting choices that nearly changed everything (which even some of the actors didn't know until now), of cast members bravely powering through personal tragedies, and when it came time to announce the 12th season would be its last, the complicated reasons why it was more difficult than anyone ever led on. Through hundreds of hours of interviews with the sitcom's major players, Radloff dives into all this and much more. The book is the ultimate celebration of this once-in-a-generation show and a must-have for all fans.
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fredthemoose
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⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 Perfectly enjoyable audiobook of the narrative history of The Big Bang Theory interweaving quotes from cast and crew interviews.

CatMS I came to The Big Bang Theory late but loved every minute of it even when Sheldon was so annoying I wanted to scream. 4mo
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britt_brooke
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An impeccably-researched oral history of one of the greatest sitcoms of all time. Sadly, husband and I never finished the last couple of seasons (kids truly ruin tv time). I will hopefully remedy this soon! From casting, to character quirks, to contract negotiations and so on, this well laid out account covers it all. While the actors do not narrate, the full-cast audio crew did a fab job bringing this to life.

LiteraryinLawrence That sounds like fun! 5mo
Booksblanketsandahotbeverage I loved this show so much ❤️ 5mo
Suet624 I wish I could get into this show. Granted, I didn't try very hard but so many people I know absolutely love it. 5mo
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LeeRHarry Loved this show 💕 you have a real treat ahead of you! 5mo
britt_brooke @Booksblanketsandahotbeverage Some of the best characters, and writing, ever! 5mo
britt_brooke @Suet624 Can‘t love them all! 5mo
britt_brooke @LeeRHarry Yes! Even though I know most of the spoilers since a lot of time has passed, I look forward to watching it all happen. 5mo
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Addison_Reads
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I have to admit, I only recently watched this show. I was busy with life when it originally aired, but I have now binged all seasons and needed more. 😁

This book is written in interview style, which I personally loved. It gives so much information on how the show came together, the writers, the actors, and even the struggles.

It was fun to revisit one of my favorite sitcoms and all those who made it great.

#NonfictionNovember

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Sara_Planz
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For fans of this ground breaking series, this book will take you behind the scenes, giving you an up close look of how this show came to be: the stories of the creators and the stars who gave it life, and some wonderful pictures from the cast and crew themselves. I absolutely loved this retrospective of a show that I hold close to my heart. It is truly my comfort show for so many reasons. It was a joy to take this trip through the show.

britt_brooke Reading this right now. 🫶🏼 5mo
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MyNamesParadise
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I‘d watched Big Bang when it was on TV but I hadn‘t finished it, so over the past month I binged the entire series & then read this book. It provided so much insight into the series, the thoughts in the writers room & the actors experiences. I loved having the behind the scenes scoop! If you watched the show & want to learn more about it, I definitely recommend it! It is 500 pages but it‘s interview style so it goes quickly. I was hooked on this!

JenReadsAlot I loved this book (and show)! 1y
MyNamesParadise @JenReadsAlot I know isn‘t it great?! I hadn‘t seen the series finale before my binge of the show and Sheldon‘s speech brought tears to my eyes. Such a wonderful show and book! 1y
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JenReadsAlot
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This is one of my favorite shows ever so enjoyed this deep dive into the series.

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KristiAhlers
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Full disclosure I LOVED this series. I listen to the show play in the background while I clean or cook. This is really a great look behind the scenes with EVERYONE who participated contributing. Reads like an interview so it goes really quick. Great gift idea for the holidays if you know a TBBT fan! #chunkster

JenReadsAlot I just won this book and so excited to read it! 2y
Monica5 I love this show! Going to have to read book🙂 2y
Cinfhen I bet this would be great as an audio!!??!! Need to check it out 2y
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Clare-Dragonfly Ooh, this would indeed be a good Christmas gift for my mom! 2y
KristiAhlers @Clare-Dragonfly I learned so much new trivia! Totally inhaled this one. 2y
KristiAhlers @JenReadsAlot you‘re in for a great read! 2y
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JenReadsAlot
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#bookmail another Goodreads win!!

Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Ohhhh I want this!! Stacked! 2y
EvieBee “Our whole universe was in a hot, dense state …” 2y
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