Richie Takes Book To TV

NICOLE RICHIE is to complete her TV comeback by turning her 2005 book THE TRUTH ABOUT DIAMONDS into a drama series.

The Simple Life star recently shot a cameo role for hit sitcom Chuck and now looks set to star in a new production based on her own coming-of-age novel.

Richie has signed up as a producer on the series and will also appear in the show, although it is not yet known whether she will be tackling the lead role.

She tells Eonline, "I would definitely produce and definitely be in the show. I don't know if I need to be the star of this show. I've got a lot going on right now."

The books tells the story of a young girl adopted by a superstar musician who hits the Hollywood party scene and ends up in rehab.

It is thought to be a thinly-veiled memoir of Richie's own life.

The actress is currently working on her second novel, although she refuses to give away any of the details.

She adds, "I'm not telling you (the plot). It's not finished."