--- product_id: 603000136 title: "What's Next: A Backstage Pass to The West Wing, Its Cast and Crew, and Its Enduring Legacy ofService" price: "£19.02" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/603000136-whats-next-a-backstage-pass-to-the-west-wing-its store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # What's Next: A Backstage Pass to The West Wing, Its Cast and Crew, and Its Enduring Legacy ofService **Price:** £19.02 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** What's Next: A Backstage Pass to The West Wing, Its Cast and Crew, and Its Enduring Legacy ofService - **How much does it cost?** £19.02 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/603000136-whats-next-a-backstage-pass-to-the-west-wing-its) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description What's Next: A Backstage Pass to The West Wing, Its Cast and Crew, and Its Enduring Legacy ofService [Fitzgerald, Melissa, McCormack, Mary, Sorkin, Aaron, Janney, Allison] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. What's Next: A Backstage Pass to The West Wing, Its Cast and Crew, and Its Enduring Legacy ofService Review: A Must-Read for West Wing Fans and Anyone Who Believes in the Power of Service - What’s Next is a treasure trove for fans of "The West Wing" and anyone interested in the intersection of television, politics, and public service. This book is more than just a behind-the-scenes look at a beloved series; it’s a deep dive into the heart and soul of what made "The West Wing" a cultural phenomenon in the late 90s and early 2000s. Melissa Fitzgerald and Mary McCormack take readers on an intimate journey back to President Bartlet’s Oval Office, offering untold stories and fresh commentary that even the most devoted fans will find surprising and delightful. The book beautifully captures the camaraderie among the cast and crew, the dedication to creating a show that stood for decency and honor, and the lasting impact it has had on American culture and civic life. The insights into the show's creation and the relationships formed on set are both poignant and entertaining, providing a new perspective on TWW episodes. Moreover, the book’s exploration of the show’s legacy, especially its commitment to service and competent leadership, resonates deeply in today’s world. What’s Next is not just a book for "West Wing" aficionados—it’s for anyone who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire real change. Fitzgerald and McCormack have crafted a moving tribute to a show that continues to inspire hope and optimism, encouraging a service-oriented mindset. This book is a fitting celebration of the show's enduring legacy. Review: I Guess I'm a Wingnut! - I did not watch The West Wing during its initial run on TV. However, I saw some of the final years' episodes and appreciated the intelligent writing and inspirational nature of the series. I purchased the DVD box set 7-8 years ago and watched it straight through after a depressing year teaching high school students at a challenging school. After watching the series, my faith in humanity was restored. I watched the series straight through again a couple of years ago when I had another bad year of teaching. See a pattern here? So, I purchased "What's Next?" and was first shocked by its heft. It's on the heavy side of 600 pages. Notwithstanding, I tore through the book in short order. While the book's structure takes a little getting used to, the weaving of character lines and inspirational and challenging stories is rather well done. What I discovered—beyond realizing that I now knew some of the famous lines of dialog in the series—was that I am technically a Wingnut, or big fan of the show itself. "What's Next?" is a reminiscence of the series, with behind-the-scenes information and storylines that explain the cast and crews' care and love of the show. As I am not in show business, I will take it on faith that such relationships are not common. What we get as readers is a booster shot of inspiration and reflection on how the government and the world could be run better, especially now, early in 2025. The book is well worth reading if you cared for the show or its message, and I strongly recommend that you become—or realize that you already are—a Wingnut! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #14,957 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in Television Dramas #18 in Civics & Citizenship (Books) #34 in Popular Culture in Social Sciences | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,129 Reviews | ## Images ![What's Next: A Backstage Pass to The West Wing, Its Cast and Crew, and Its Enduring Legacy ofService - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71cRXdMwexL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Must-Read for West Wing Fans and Anyone Who Believes in the Power of Service *by R***T on August 19, 2024* What’s Next is a treasure trove for fans of "The West Wing" and anyone interested in the intersection of television, politics, and public service. This book is more than just a behind-the-scenes look at a beloved series; it’s a deep dive into the heart and soul of what made "The West Wing" a cultural phenomenon in the late 90s and early 2000s. Melissa Fitzgerald and Mary McCormack take readers on an intimate journey back to President Bartlet’s Oval Office, offering untold stories and fresh commentary that even the most devoted fans will find surprising and delightful. The book beautifully captures the camaraderie among the cast and crew, the dedication to creating a show that stood for decency and honor, and the lasting impact it has had on American culture and civic life. The insights into the show's creation and the relationships formed on set are both poignant and entertaining, providing a new perspective on TWW episodes. Moreover, the book’s exploration of the show’s legacy, especially its commitment to service and competent leadership, resonates deeply in today’s world. What’s Next is not just a book for "West Wing" aficionados—it’s for anyone who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire real change. Fitzgerald and McCormack have crafted a moving tribute to a show that continues to inspire hope and optimism, encouraging a service-oriented mindset. This book is a fitting celebration of the show's enduring legacy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I Guess I'm a Wingnut! *by B***R on January 24, 2025* I did not watch The West Wing during its initial run on TV. However, I saw some of the final years' episodes and appreciated the intelligent writing and inspirational nature of the series. I purchased the DVD box set 7-8 years ago and watched it straight through after a depressing year teaching high school students at a challenging school. After watching the series, my faith in humanity was restored. I watched the series straight through again a couple of years ago when I had another bad year of teaching. See a pattern here? So, I purchased "What's Next?" and was first shocked by its heft. It's on the heavy side of 600 pages. Notwithstanding, I tore through the book in short order. While the book's structure takes a little getting used to, the weaving of character lines and inspirational and challenging stories is rather well done. What I discovered—beyond realizing that I now knew some of the famous lines of dialog in the series—was that I am technically a Wingnut, or big fan of the show itself. "What's Next?" is a reminiscence of the series, with behind-the-scenes information and storylines that explain the cast and crews' care and love of the show. As I am not in show business, I will take it on faith that such relationships are not common. What we get as readers is a booster shot of inspiration and reflection on how the government and the world could be run better, especially now, early in 2025. The book is well worth reading if you cared for the show or its message, and I strongly recommend that you become—or realize that you already are—a Wingnut! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What’s Next? This book! *by S***E on December 29, 2025* This is a MUST read for all West Wing fans! Great whine the scenes stories and interviews with the cast by actual cast members! 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