What books are on your nightstand?
"I have a huge pile next to my bed and dream of days when I just pick up each one and devour them! I have a signed copy of “The Lying Game,” by Ruth Ware, which is next on deck. Underneath are copies of “The Sirens of Titan,” by Kurt Vonnegut, and “In Cold Blood,” by Truman Capote, both of which have long been on my list. I am also currently leafing through a stack of meditation books that I bought at a meditation studio I like. “Wherever You Go, There You Are,” “Zen Flesh, Zen Bones.”"
What’s the last great book you read?
"I have read a few great novels recently, but the one that stuck with me the most over the last few months is “Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine,” by Gail Honeyman. It made me laugh, it made me cry, and the entire time I beamed with joy at the beauty of this story. I fell in love with Eleanor and never wanted the book to end. I wanted so badly to keep following her journey.
I also loved “Unshakeable,” by Tony Robbins. Understanding the economy, the stock market and the world of investing is foreign to me, but Tony makes it so digestible and empowering. I really appreciate his focus on finding confidence in your own ideas and the importance of building forward momentum. I have such a crush on Tony Robbins and his passion, empathy and sheer talent."
How do you like to read? Paper or electronic? One book at a time or simultaneously? Morning or night? Do you like reading on set?
"I can’t read on set because I have too much to stay focused on. Often you hear about people on set living this “hurry up and wait” kind of work life. But for me, specifically on “Jessica Jones,” it’s more like “hurry up and hurry up.” I get to be fully immersed all day every day and it is crazy exciting! But it’s not a reading environment. On set, if anything, I’ll knit because it’s mechanical, a meditation and doesn’t pull focus from the work. In terms of how I read, I am hard copy all the way. I love having a book in my hand. There are already so many digital distractions in our lives and for me, reading on a screen and getting alerts and text messages totally ruins it. I like to read in the park, or I like to get in bed early, get cozy and get lost in a good book."
What’s the best book you’ve ever received as a gift?
"“Don’t Forget to Sing in the Lifeboats,” by Kathryn and Ross Petras. A friend gave it to me and it has been kind of life-changing. It is this little book of inspirational quotes and wisdom, and it’s such a pick-me-up to read a few pages a day. I’ve since given it as a gift a few times and I often post pages from it on my Instagram stories. People seem to love it!"
You’re organizing a literary dinner party. Which three writers, dead or alive, do you invite?
"Gillian Flynn, Hemingway, Stephen King. I feel like no one would know what to say to each other, but how fun?"
Read the full interview at the New York Times.
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