Required Reading: How to Get Your Life for Good

Darryl Stephens is probably best known for his portrayals of other people, like Noah-the hopeless romantic on "e;Noah's Arc,"e; or Lenny-the jaded pragmatist on "e;DTLA."e; You've also seen him on "e;Private Practice,"e; "e;2 Broke Girls,"e; and on the big screen in "e;Boy Culture"e; and "e;Beyond the Lights."e; Here, he steps out from behind the scripted characters to open up like never before about his experience as a black gay man in Hollywood. He shares personal stories about being closeted on set, dating in the age of hookup apps, visiting a black church, and feeling daunted by the notion of being a role model. He's straightforward and unapologetic in his pursuit of authenticity and encourages the reader to be as well. But mostly, he just wants you to get your life.