Anne Helen Petersen Books

Anne Helen Petersen is an American writer and journalist living in Missoula, Montana. She is a former senior culture writer for Buzzfeed and is the author of Scandals of Classic Hollywood and Too Fat, Too Slutty, Too Loud: The Rise and Reign of the Unruly Woman.

  1. 1Can't Even

    Can't Even

    Anne Helen Petersen

    How Millennials Became the Burnout Generation

    4.3 (195 ratings)

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    What's Can't Even about?

    Can’t Even (2020) is an attempt to explain and defend the generation that became the world’s punching bag: the millennials. Arguing against accusations of laziness and entitlement, it suggests that millennial exhaustion is a natural response to the messed-up world they inherited.

    Who should read Can't Even?

    • Millennials dealing with burnout and exhaustion
    • Friends and relatives of this troubled generation
    • Anyone interested in the problems of modern work
  2. 2Scandals of Classic Hollywood

    What's Scandals of Classic Hollywood about?

    Scandals of Classic Hollywood by Anne Helen Petersen delves into the untold stories of the golden age of cinema. Through meticulous research and captivating storytelling, Petersen uncovers the scandals, secrets, and power struggles that shaped the lives of iconic stars such as Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, and Clark Gable. This book offers a fascinating glimpse behind the glamorous facade of Hollywood.

    Who should read Scandals of Classic Hollywood?

    • Classic Hollywood enthusiasts looking for behind-the-scenes stories and scandals

    • Readers interested in the intersection of celebrity culture and societal norms

    • Those who enjoy engaging and well-researched non-fiction narratives