Books Written by HGTV Stars
7 Books That Should Be Required Reading For Every HGTV Fan
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Ever wonder how your favorite HGTV hosts got their own shows? Or wish you could tap into their wisdom beyond the confines of a 30-minute episode? You're in luck; many of HGTV's star experts have written books where they lay it all out there, from their personal stories to their pro advice, in a way that is applicable to you (instead of the family guest starring in this week's episode).
We've gathered up our seven favorite HGTV-authored books that your library isn't complete without. Check them out ahead, then add to them your reading list stat.
Chip and Joanna Gaines
The much-anticipated Magnolia Story ($27 preorder) promises to reveal everything from Chip and Joanna's humble beginnings to their meteoric rise as the stars of Fixer Upper. In their own words, the couple tell their romantic love story and the secrets behind their business success, complete with private photos.
Nicole Curtis
It's no secret that Nicole Curtis loves to rescue old houses, but until Better Than New ($28) came out, many didn't realize that rescuing and valuing old things, from friends to dogs, is a recurring theme in her life. Nicole opens up — often through the lens of homes she's rehabilitated — in this part-memoir, part-self-help book to reveal the struggles she overcame in her life and the lessons everyone can take away from them.
Emily Henderson
Emily Henderson's Styled ($33) was a New York Times Bestseller for good reason. It's not only filled with oodles of inspiring images and actionable design tips, but it also shows you how to find your own style — and then build your dream home around it.
Vern Yip
Is your room almost right, but something is just a little off? Vern Yip's upcoming book, Design Wise: Your Smart Guide to a Beautiful Home ($28 preorder), will give you the design formulas and principles you need to achieve that flawless je ne sais quoi in every room of your home. Plus, the beautiful images of his own homes are not to be missed.
Egypt Sherrod
If you take comfort in Sherrod's reassuring personality as she guides first-time homebuyers through the sales process on Property Virgins, then Keep Calm...It's Just Real Estate ($16) is for you. In it, the HGTV host breaks down the entire home buying process from start to finish, taking all the stress and fear out of it.
Jonathan and Drew Scott
As evidenced by their multiple HGTV hit shows, Jonathan and Drew are experts at home buying, selling, and updating. Dream Home ($30) channels their combined insights, Drew as a real estate agent and Jonathan as a licensed contractor, into one comprehensive book. Beyond the basics, the book digs into hidden costs, negotiating tactics, and even a calendar with the best dates to get deals on home products. And, of course, it's written in the brothers' colorful and always-entertaining voice.
Lara Spencer
If you've ever seen Lara Spencer's show Flea Market Flip, you know she's an expert when it comes to finding secondhand goodies. Her book Flea Market Fabulous ($26) takes this to the next level, showing readers not only how to shop, but also exactly how to decorate using these eclectic decor pieces.
