Courtney Thorne-Smith Writes a Novel

Posted on November 16, 2006

Ally McBeal actress Courtney Thorne-Smith has inked a deal to write a book. The comedic novel, entitled Outside In, will be published by Broadway Books in September, 2007.

According to a release from Broaday the book is a "comedic, debut novel that captures the sparkling absurdities of life in L.A. and explores the less glamorous side of success in the entertainment world."

Courtney says in a release, "My other dream [in addition to acting] has always been to write a book. Now, if I can just invent a healthy, delicious, calorie-free candy that doesn't give me a stomach ache, I will have fulfilled my purpose here on earth."

It's a smart woman that has a backup to an acting career. But can she write? We'll see next September. Courtney talks about her new book in this video interview. She says she shared the first 20 pages from the book with her friends who all liked it. She would write 10 to 20 pages at a time and share them with friends and family. She says being a published writer is an amazing feeling. Take a look: