Many celebrities possess talents that extend beyond what audiences see on television. While countless stars have ventured into the world of writing, many choose to focus on memoirs and personal stories from their lives. However, this is not for everyone. Many stars have taken a different path, using their imagination to transport readers into entirely new worlds.
From gripping murder mysteries and heartfelt romance novels to gripping thrillers, these celebrities have proven they can entertain audiences both on screen and on the page. Here are some of the best fiction books written by people you're used to seeing on your TV screens.
He is no doubt best known for his roles on Strictly Come Dancing, first as a professional dancer and later as one of the show's judges. However, away from the ballroom floor, he has also built an impressive career as an author, writing a staggering 15 fiction books. His debut novel, One Enchanted Evening, was published in 2018 and draws on the world he knows best – the ballroom.
Set just before the second World War, the story combines the glamorous lifestyle of international dancers with the dangerous secrets of the staff at a luxurious London hotel. Of the Sunday Times bestseller, author Santa Montefiore said: "Downton with dance, perfect!"
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Lorraine Kelly added author to her list of accomplishments in 2024 with the publication of her debut novel, The Island Swimmer. It focuses on Evie, who is forced to return to her child home after 20 years when her father falls ill.
There, she is forced to confront her fractured relationship with her estranged sister, rooted in a traumatic event from their childhood. "A must read. Loved it and a beautiful ending," one reviewer penned. The 66-year-old revisited the story with her second novel, The Island Secret, in 2026.
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