Sony Pictures has secured the film rights for Thomas Taylor’s middle-grade novel Malamander for a “substantial” pre-empt, Walker Books has confirmed. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'
[ The Bookseller | 2019-07-15 15:19:58 UTC ]
A former assistant to Toni Morrison, Ahearn was the steward of Baldwin’s archives and managed the film rights to his books. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-01-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
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After she was dropped by her agent, Alex Aster turned to a books-obsessed corner of TikTok to gauge interest in her YA novel … and now Lightlark is one of the most eagerly anticipated releases of the yearHaving finally published her first novel, Alex Aster was feeling disheartened. The book had... Continue reading at The Guardian
[ The Guardian | 2022-08-16 13:32:30 UTC ]
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Propagate Content has bagged the film rights for Avni Doshi's Booker Prize-shortlisted novel Burnt Sugar (Hamish Hamilton). Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2021-11-06 05:42:15 UTC ]
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Michael Rosen and Polly Dunbar are teaming up for the first time to create a "charming" illustrated collection of poems for toddlers with Walker Books. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2021-10-26 21:22:46 UTC ]
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Walker Books has acquired two titles in a six-figure deal from novelist and podcaster Caroline O’Donoghue, including the final instalment in her Gifts series and a brand new title. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2021-10-12 23:36:41 UTC ]
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Walker Books has landed Queer Up: An Uplifting Guide to LGBTQ+ Love, Life and Mental Health by award-winning podcaster, writer and speaker Alexis Caught. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2021-08-05 10:09:49 UTC ]
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Walker Books is launching its third Young Sportswriter of the Year competition, in partnership with the Guardian and the Football School series of books. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2021-06-10 01:41:47 UTC ]
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Mark Gordon's new production company's London wing has picked up the forthcoming HarperCollins UK release. The post Film Rights: London’s BKS Agency Has an Option for Stephen McGinty’s ‘The Dive’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2021-05-21 18:13:27 UTC ]
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Yesterday, our son Nadim had the poems he wrote when he was four published by Walker Books. His book, Take Off Your Brave, is vibrantly illustrated by Yasmeen Ismail and introduced by writer, poet, and teacher Kate Clanchy. It is Kate who we must thank for setting the book’s publication in... Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2021-05-07 03:44:48 UTC ]
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Walker Books is to publish Sticky McStickstick, a new personal memoir picture book from Michael Rosen, illustrated by Tony Ross, exploring Rosen's personal experience of illness and recovery from Covid-19. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2021-03-12 15:54:55 UTC ]
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The movie adaptation of Nico Walker’s Cherry—the best-selling debut novel about an Iraq veteran turned heroin addict turned bank robber—will be released in theaters in two days, directed by the Russo Brothers (who you might know from Avengers) and starring Tom Holland (who you might know from... Continue reading at Literrary Hub
[ Literrary Hub | 2021-02-24 18:21:44 UTC ]
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Many of us have fond memories of Harold and the Purple Crayon—Crockett Johnson’s beloved children’s book about a four-year-old boy exploring the contours of his imagination through drawing. Yesterday afternoon, The Hollywood Reporter announced that Zachary Levi will be starring in Sony... Continue reading at Literrary Hub
[ Literrary Hub | 2021-02-02 17:11:35 UTC ]
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Walker Books has acquired a non-fiction title from Rudimental band member Leon “Locksmith” Rolle and author Derek Owusu. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2021-01-22 04:26:28 UTC ]
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Walker Books has confirmed a two-book deal with comedian, film director, screenwriter, television presenter, actor and author Richard Ayoade. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2021-01-18 21:05:17 UTC ]
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Walker Books had a record year in 2019, with turnover increasing 7% and operating profit soaring 17%, newly released financial results show. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2020-11-22 21:28:03 UTC ]
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Walker Books will publish The Black Friend: On Being a Better White Person by Frederick Joseph on 7th January 2021. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2020-10-26 07:03:26 UTC ]
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Author Jane Porter and illustrator Maisie Paradise Shearring have won the £2,000 Little Rebels Award for their children's book, The Boy who Loved Everyone (Walker Books). Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2020-10-22 11:29:11 UTC ]
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Walker Books has acquired Justyn Edwards’ debut middle-grade series in a three-book, six-figure deal. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2020-10-08 20:32:38 UTC ]
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Walker Books has signed a deal for two picture books from "Strictly Come Dancing" professional Oti Mabuse. The first title, Dance with Oti, will be published in summer 2021. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2020-10-06 03:03:05 UTC ]
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Netflix has acquired film rights to all 15 titles in Andy McDermott's Nina Wilde and Eddie Chase series. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2020-09-28 14:06:57 UTC ]
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