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We are barely into September, and the Halloween vibes are already coming in strong: witches and pirate queens abound, and Carrie is making her way back to our screens. Personally, I’m not complaining. Give me spooky season now. I’m ready!
In fact, it was Carrie (and the Sunrise on the Reaping news below) that got me thinking about just how many book-to-screen adaptations are headed our way over the next few months. So for today’s Worth the Read, I rounded up 12 major adaptations coming between now and November. Go give it a read, and if you’re not yet subscribed to Pix Plus, this is a great one to start with.
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Bookmarks | Exciting New Releases
FANTASY SPOTLIGHT
The Cult of Dr. Black
by E. B. Hudspeth
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Perfect for fans of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, this long-awaited follow-up to The Resurrectionist continues the story of Dr. Spencer Black in a gorgeously illustrated tome.
HISTORICAL FICTION SPOTLIGHT
The Pirate Queen
by Ariel Lawhon
Ariel Lawhon, author of the bestselling GMA Book Club Pick The Frozen River, is back this week with a sweeping historical adventure inspired by Grace O’Malley, the legendary Pirate Queen of Ireland! Forced into a brutal marriage before finally taking command of her family’s fleet, Grace must fight to defend her land, her people, and her freedom from Queen Elizabeth’s forces in what Real Simple calls “a thrill-a-minute adventure with an absolute badass at the helm.”
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The Reviews Are In
From starred reviews to glowing blurbs, here are three new books critics and authors are championing this week.
“The last pages of [this book], which mingle horror, beauty, absurdity, and a sense of profound finality, will probably stay with me forever.”
—The Guardian
“Quiet, moving and thought-provoking.”
—Bookpage
“Steady your sea legs and prepare for the ultimate adventure!”
—Rachel Gillig, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Knight Moth
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Guess the Book: Emoji Edition
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Bookworld
🤠 Netflix is taking on (what many people consider to be) the most iconic Western novel.
🍿 Watch the new trailer for Prime Video’s adaptation of Carrie!
📺 Ahead of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, watch these chilling commercials straight from the Capitol.
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Guess the Book: Emoji Edition Answer
Wicked by Gregory Maguire! In case you’ve been missing everyone’s favorite witches, don’t worry: Wicked is hitting the road with live-to-film concerts, featuring a full symphony orchestra performing the score as the movies play on the big screen.