How to Murder Your Life: A Memoir - Cat Marnell (Book)

Title: How to Murder Your Life: A Memoir

Author: Cat Marnell

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Publication Date: January 31, 2017

Category: Memoir / Addiction / Fashion Journalism

How to Murder Your Life is a candid and darkly humorous memoir by Cat Marnell, chronicling her tumultuous journey through addiction, mental health struggles, and the high-pressure world of fashion journalism. Growing up in a privileged yet emotionally fraught environment in Washington, D.C., Marnell’s descent into substance abuse began in her teenage years with a prescription for Ritalin, leading to a long-standing battle with various drugs. Her professional life saw her rise through the ranks of prominent magazines like Nylon, Teen Vogue, Glamour, and Lucky, all while grappling with her addictions and personal demons. The memoir offers an unflinching look at the duality of her existence—balancing a glamorous career with a chaotic personal life—and serves as a stark exploration of self-sabotage and the quest for redemption.