Elena Ferrante’s My Brilliant Friend is nearing its on-screen premiere, as HBO has just released the trailer for the upcoming adaptation. The coming-of-age novel is the first book in a 4-part series, called The Neapolitan Novels, which follows the lives of childhood friends Elena and Raffaella throughout their adolescence into their old age. The Neapolitian Novels have been embraced by many audiences and Ferrante has received positive reviews from critics since the release of My Brilliant Friend. The New York Times referred to Ferrante as, “One of the great novelists of our time.” “Her voice is passionate, her view sweeping …
The Wizarding World has partnered with Pottery Barn to launch a new collection of Harry Potter merchandise! This large collection of home goods and accessories will add a hint of magic to the homes of Harry Potter fans. “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the Harry Potter franchise and embark on a new chapter that includes Pottery Barn and Pottery Barn Kids,” Jennifer Kellor, President of Pottery Barn Kids and PBteen, said in a press release. Though Pottery Barn released Harry Potter merch last year through their PBteen branch, this newest collection offers a wider range …
Avatar: The Last Airbender is coming back, but a new Avatar is set to take the stage! Entertainment Weekly broke the news today that Nickelodeon will be teaming up with Abrams Children’s Book to publish a new YA series which is set in the Avatar universe, however, it won’t be centralized around the major characters from the original series. Rather, the two-part book deal will focus on Avatar Kyoshi. Image Via Nickelodeon Kyoshi was introduced in the television series but audiences aren’t as familiar with her as they are with the central characters. The series touched on …
It’s been 150 years since Little Women was published. Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel has been embraced by generations of readers since its release and it remains one of the most popular children’s classics. This coming-of-age tale introduced readers to the March sisters, four young women whose unique personalities and endearing tales quickly grabbed the hearts of readers. Through the highs and hardships of Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, Little Women explores the struggle of leaving behind adolescence and entering adulthood, and the journey to find and accept one’s identity while facing the growing pressures of societal expectations. In …
Dylan Farrow’s highly sought after YA book, Hush, is finally acquired after a huge bidding war between publishers. The New York Post reported that Hush was acquired by St. Martin’s Press who will be publishing the novel as part of a two-book deal. The author previously turned down a $250,000 dollar bid by an unnamed agency, according to New York Post. It’s undisclosed how much St. Martin’s Press paid, but we’re guessing Farrow is cashing in at the bank. In regards to the content of the novels, a spokeswoman for St. Martin’s said: “The novels are set in a world where those in …
