ANNE Hathaway is set to star in the upcoming adaptation of the book "Live Fast Die Hot."

The actress has been signed to the project, acquired by Warner Bros, and will also produce, Deadline reports.

Written by American actress and author Jenny Mollen, the book comprises a series of autobiographical essays detailing the writer's journey from wild eccentric into motherhood.

It is a busy time for Hathaway, who has also signed up to star in the upcoming "Ocean's Eight (Ocho)" alongside a stellar cast including Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett and Rihanna.