The Book of Sheen, Charlie Sheen
The Book of Sheen, Charlie Sheen
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The Book of Sheen
A Memoir

Bestseller

Author: Charlie Sheen

Narrator: Charlie Sheen

Unabridged: 8 hr 59 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/09/2025


Synopsis

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

For the first time, Charlie Sheen, the star of Platoon, Wall Street, Major League, and Two and a Half Men, writes the story of his extraordinary life in an unfiltered memoir.

“We can live the stories or hear about them later from others. I choose the former.”

Charlie Sheen should not be alive to write this book.

But in The Book of Sheen, the movie and TV star, who has defied the odds, finally presents his story, in his own words.

Charlie Sheen was born the third of four children to actor Martin Sheen and his wife, Janet. He grew up on film sets—from his father’s all over the world, to his own in Malibu. There he made ambitious Super 8s, with a roster of friends who went on to become household names themselves, including his brother Emilio, Sean and Chris Penn, and the Lowe brothers.

Sheen broke into movies in the 1980s, playing a hoodlum in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, a young soldier in Platoon, and an ethically compromised trader in Wall Street. But somewhere along the way, despite a successful transition to TV leading man in Spin City and Two and a Half Men, Sheen descended into a vortex of extracurricular activities.

Now sober, Sheen delivers a clear-eyed narrative of his highs and lows with humor, candor, and a vivid, captivating writing style that is uniquely his. The Book of Sheen reads like a far-fetched, overstuffed novel of Hollywood life—yet it is all true.

About Charlie Sheen

Charlie Sheen is a cultural icon whose career has spanned Hollywood blockbusters, award-winning television, and now the written word. Known for his unforgettable performances in films like Platoon and Wall Street and his long-running success on television, Sheen has always brought intensity, wit, and honesty to his craft.

Beyond the screen, Sheen has embraced storytelling in new forms. His writing reflects the same boldness and raw humor that made him a household name, blending personal insight with an entertainer's instinct for drama and timing. His work resonates with readers who are drawn to candid voices unafraid to challenge convention.

Sheen's journey-marked by extraordinary highs, public struggles, and a fierce commitment to reinvention-gives his perspective uncommon depth. Whether recounting experiences from inside the entertainment industry or exploring themes of resilience, fame, and family, he continues to surprise audiences with a blend of vulnerability and sharp-edged humor.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Trisha David on September 10, 2025

So this book wasn’t bad but it wasn’t great either. Charlie has lived a crazy life and I can’t believe he is still alive after reading about his drug and alcohol abuse. I didn’t feel like this book offered anything new that the world didn’t know about him. It basically covers his childhood on movie......more

Goodreads review by Staci on September 24, 2025

Here are some things I learned about Carlos Estèvez aka Charlie Sheen: He is a ping pong aficionado. In fact, at age 10 he almost beat OJ Simpson. OJ wouldn’t let him, shocking. Sean and Chris Penn were two of his childhood friends. He had a very interesting non-traditional yet traditional childhood. He......more

Goodreads review by Angie on September 16, 2025

Another Gen X review I didn’t know I needed. I forgot how dreamy Charlie Sheen was back in the day. The old photos in the middle are sweet. Surprisingly, we have all been mispronouncing Estevez. Biggest lesson here: don’t do drugs, kids! Sure, he’s a bit unlikable, but I think it’s neat that he seems......more

Goodreads review by Katee on September 14, 2025

Listened to the Audible, which I'd suggest. A sad, but fascinating, tale of massive addictions. Like Matthew Perry's book, you just keep shaking your head. . The actual writing is so bad it almost distracts from the story, which is why I suggest listening to his narration, otherwise I'm not sure you c......more

Goodreads review by John on September 19, 2025

Wow this book was surprisingly awful. Charlie Sheen is responsible for my favorite sitcom ever, Two and a Half Men, and the way he did it was by just playing himself. The only difference in the show and his real life is he’s not a jingle writer and doesn’t have a mooching brother. I was very interes......more