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19/04/2022

https://novel2screen.net/2022/04/14/the-show-and-the-history/

Our Flag Means Death is comedic romp that follows the ridiculous, yet real-life story of aristocrat Stede Bonnet and his mid-life crisis decision to abandon his family and sugar plantation in Barba…

11/02/2022

Adaptations to look forward to this year!
https://novel2screen.net/2022/02/11/the-adaptation-watch-2022/

As we enter 2022 we have a brand new and substantial slate of literary adaptations coming to big and small screens near you. Here are the titles we’re looking forward to (not counting continuations…

28/10/2021

Curious what everyone thought of Dune! Here's Novel2Screen's latest review.
https://novel2screen.net/2021/10/27/book-vs-movie-denis-villeneuves-dune/

A contemporary adaptation of Frank Herbert’s Dune has long been anticipated by science-fiction fans, and after almost a year past its intended release date, the film has landed in theaters and on H…

02/05/2021

https://novel2screen.net/2021/05/02/what-the-netflix-adaptation-gets-right-about-shadow-and-bone-and-six-of-crows-too/

When I first read Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo, I thought it would make a great adaptation, with one caveat—to do justice to the world Bardugo created, expense could not be spared I don’t mean …

27/04/2021

Hi all! My article for Shadow and Bones can be found on WatercoolerHQ this week. Check it out!
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When I first read Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo, I thought it would make a great adaptation, with one caveat—to do justice to the world Bardugo created, expense could not be spared. I don’t mean simply in terms of money, though it certainly is an epic tale that needs an epic budget. I also me...

23/04/2021

Anyone else totally excited for Shadow and Bone today??

14/08/2020

Who’s Getting Published? This Girl!

Wrote an article about my publishing journey! It's been quite a ride. XO, Rebecca Check it out here: https://wp.me/p76SKE-2qq

Tune in to learn more about the publication of Down World!

24/07/2020

Down World by Rebecca Phelps | Wattpad Books

Hi friends, Rebecca here. I want to thank everyone who's been so supportive of my YA book Down World, which is being published in March! You can pre-order the book (and see the cover!) by following this link: https://books.wattpad.com/down-world xo, Rebecca

Would you destroy another world to save your own? Find out more about “Down World” by Rebecca Phelps, from Wattpad Books.

05/07/2020

The Babysitters Club

It's been a while, but I finally found a show to talk about! The Babysitters Club.
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The first Babysitters Club I read was Claudia and the Phantom Phones Calls. I was soon addicted. I don’t know if it was the spooky atmosphere of the book or the terrifying atmosphere of the n…

06/03/2020

The Adaptation Watch – Part 2

Now for the contemporary reads to reels.
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Part 2 of The Adaptation Watch focuses on the contemporary stories coming to the big screen and streaming in 2020.   The Outsider – release date January 12, 2020 on HBO; starring Ben Mendelsoh…

03/03/2020

Syfy, Sera Gamble & John McNamara Address the End of 'The Magicians'

I can't believe it has been 5 years already. We will miss you!

https://www.tvinsider.com/919354/the-magicians-ending-season-5-reason-response/?fbclid=IwAR11VoYTVS6ruihMx0qv4YrId3E4jtHZC-NmEeCvU8S1xM5U7z68j49_Yks

The executive producers explain why it makes sense to bring the enchanting drama in for a landing now.

29/01/2020

The Adaptation Watch 2020 – Part 1

Time to find out which books are coming to a theater or TV near you! Get ready for The Classics!
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It’s time to see what adaptations are coming up in 2020 – your Novel2Screen abridged list. Yes, abridged because there are a LOT of books being adapted to films and limited release TV s…

16/10/2019

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16/10/2019

Down World Wins Watty Award

Congratulations to our very own Rebecca Phelps on her Watty Win!
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Hello, amazing Novel2Screen readers! Rebecca and I have been on hiatus working on our novels. More Novel2Screen articles are on their way, but we promise the silence has all been for good as I hav…

10/07/2019

Down World

Hey folks, Rebecca here. Very excited to announce that my novel DOWN WORLD is now on WattPad! Great, fast-moving read for young adults who like sci-fi, , or anything dark, twisted, and adventurous. Check it out: https://www.wattpad.com/myworks/192343604-down-world

When Marina follows her crush Brady into the boiler room beneath the high school, it isn't just because he's gorgeous...

05/06/2019

Shadowhunters – Must Come to an End

A love letter of sorts.
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Angels, I’ve taken forever to digest the ending of Shadowhunters. Not because it was a fantastic show that ended on its highest achievement. Not because it was a fantastic show that in the la…

25/05/2019

EW picks this summer's 35 hottest reads

Novel2Screen fans, J. Ryan Stradal's new book is coming. Don't miss it!

In the EW books department, the best time to read is every day of the year — but there's no…

25/03/2019

Shadowhunters – Lost Season

My thoughts so far. Sigh.
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Spoiler Warning. Angels, I’ve been struggling this season. We’re only four episodes in, but I feel like we’ve seen so many repeated plot points and wayward trajectories that I& #82…

11/03/2019

Captain Marvel – Just a Girl

I couldn't keep my mouth shut about this one.
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I’ve stayed away from discussing Marvel movies on Novel2Screen. Why? Because there are a million and one articles about Marvel movies. Two, I’m not a comic book ju**ie. If you want to…

25/02/2019

Shadowhunters – A Look Back in Memes

Shadowhunters starts tonight! Get ready with a look back in memes. https://wp.me/p76SKE-2o0

With the series finale of Shadowhunter kicking off tonight, I thought it would be fun to look back at the past 3 seasons in memes. I’ve loved covering this show. I’m a fan of the nove…

21/02/2019

Amy Poehler To Direct ‘Moxie’ At Netflix; Riot Grrrl-Inspired Teen Starts Feminist Revolution At Her High School

Have you read Moxie yet? You better before you have the excuse to be lazy and watch it on Netflix. Hop over to Novel2Screen to read my interview with Moxie author Jen Mathieu.

EXCLUSIVE: Amy Poehler has set her next directorial project for Netflix. It will be Moxie, a Tamara Chestna-scripted adaptation of the Jennifer Mathieu novel which Poehler’s Paper Kite acquir…

16/02/2019

"The Handmaid's Tale" Is Filming on the National Mall and the Photos are Kinda Intense

"The Handmaid's Tale" Is Filming on the National Mall and the Photos are Kinda Intense

Our photographer captured more than 200 handmaids being filmed in front of the monuments.

14/02/2019

The Magicians – The Bad News Bear

This went up a while ago, but in case you missed it - my ode to my favorite bear.
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Could any other bear be so adorable? No. Absolutely not. He’s that ragged artist, brooding over his drink in the dark corner of the wine bar, who you’ve decided you can change. Others have tried a…

06/02/2019

The Magicians – Lost, Found, F…ed

Gear up for tomorrow night's episode with some reflection on Margo.
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Last week’s episode of The Magicians didn’t have me jumping out of my sofa (like the Les Miz episode) or screaming at the screen “That’s awesome writing!” like Be the …

29/01/2019

The Magicians – A Flock of Lost Birds

Celebrate tomorrow night's The Magicians episode with a look back at the season opener.
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It feels like ages since we last saw our favorite ensemble on screen. Honestly, I had forgotten some key plot points because a year is just too long, SyFy. It probably doesn’t help that I& #8…

15/01/2019

Season 4 premieres January 23rd! Get ready, adaptation fans. I'll be braving the elements off the grid that night but ready to chat all things Magicians when I find my button home.

28/11/2018

Margaret Atwood

Whoa! Did you all see this? Do we need this? Is just b/c of the TV show? So many questions to be answered in 2019.

The wait is over. Margaret Atwood is writing the sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale for publication in September 2019.

The Testaments is set 15 years after Offred’s final scene in The Handmaid’s Tale and is narrated by three female characters.

Head here for more information
http://smarturl.it/TestamentsMA

(Posted by the author's publisher)

01/10/2018

A Conversation with “What They Don’t Know” Author Nicole Maggi

"What They Don't Know" hits stores tomorrow. Read Novel2Screen's exclusive interview with author Nicole Maggi about her judicious, timely novel.

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What They Don’t Know hits bookstores tomorrow, and there isn’t a more important time for this novel than now. After last week, a week of female outrage and toxic patriarchy, emotions re…

20/09/2018

Moxie – An Interview with Jennifer Mathieu

There is no better time to read Moxie than now. Check out Novel2Screen's interview with Jennifer Mathieu!
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I may be late to the Moxie party, but late is better than never. Especially when we’re talking about a kick-ass YA novel that I wish was written when I was in high school so I could’ve …

30/08/2018

Activate the Analyst! “Jack Ryan” is coming to Amazon.

Everyone, please welcome our first contributor to Novel2Screen - Sean Lawrence! Check out his take on the upcoming Jack Ryan show!
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What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the name “Jack Ryan”? Did you picture thick novels with plated lettering on them? Maybe an image of creator Tom Clancy who obviously hated th…

22/08/2018

Finally, Netflix Adaptations That Rock!

Anyone else binge-watching Netflix's great adaptations this month? Join the conversation here: https://wp.me/p76SKE-2mI

WARNING: SPOILERS BELOW ABOUT “TO ALL THE BOYS I’VE LOVED BEFORE” AND “THE GUERNSEY LITERARY AND POTATO PEEL PIE SOCIETY” Okay, I know what you’re thinking: Yes, I’m still alive. No, I haven’t been…

17/07/2018

Final Thoughts on The Handmaid’s Tale -The Word

My thoughts. Yours?
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I’ve given you a week. If you’re watching The Handmaid’s Tale, I’m assuming you’ve seen the season finale The Word by now. If not, be warned there are more spoilers …

10/07/2018

The Handmaid’s Tale – Holly/Postpartum

Get ready for the season finale of The Handmaid's Tale tomorrow night with a recap of last week!
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As we gear up for the season closer of The Handmaid’s Tale, the two previous episodes have shown us some of the worst and best in Gilead and the show’s writing. Perhaps I read and write…

06/07/2018

Interview with “Wayward Lives” Author -Tabatha Vincent

Another perfect summer read for your vacation! Check out our interview with author Tabatha Vincent!
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Our final selection for your summer reading is a collection of intertwining short stories, a delightful mix of fantasy and macabre comedy. In the anthology Wayward Lives, author Tabatha Vincent cr…