This book—like the author's parties—is a decadent feast for the eyes, with a foreword by Sofia Coppola and photography that captures the surprise and delight of Gardner’s hyperbolic entertaining style. 

Readers will be inspired by Gardner’s over-the-top parties and mischievous winks. Each chapter features gorgeous parties that illustrate the joy found in entertaining, in a writing style that is accessible and funny, filled with memories of childhood parties, grown-up parties, and the desire to somehow merge the two. A chapter on the anatomy of a successful party and a list of resources present practical information. It’s not a how-to, but more a why-not.

9.3" x 11.29", hardcover, 256 pages