These days, it seems like every on-screen story is based on a novel … and far too often, the book is way better.
The publishing industry is shaping the world of film and TV like never before, from Anne Hathaway optioning the buzzy Yesteryear to Elle Kennedy’s Off Campus series inspiring the latest hit Amazon show.
We asked our team of readers to share their dream adaptations: books whose stories would translate to something special on-screen, and their answers did not disappoint. From propulsive plots to cinematic scenery, these books are worth reading regardless of future film options.
Here’s our dream adaptation watchlist, perfect for screenshotting for future reference 📸
Lillian’s pick: The Beheading Game by Rebecca Lehmann
Isabella’s pick: From Lukov With Love by Mariana Zapata
Camryn’s pick: Dear Monica Lewinsky by Julia Langbein
Caroline’s pick: The Wilder Way by Eva zu Beck
Natalie’s pick: The Great State of West Florida by Kent Wascom
Cammy’s pick: Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
Sara’s pick: Slewfoot by Brom
JeriAnn’s pick: The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay by Michael Chabon
Cynthia’s picks: We’ll Prescribe You a Cat and We’ll Prescribe You Another Cat by Syou Ishida, translated by E. Madison Shimoda
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