A lot of books are released every week. Readers often look forward to these set dates, especially if it’s from their favorite authors. We talk about new books, movie tie-ins, and how modern literature has changed in more ways than one.
- Peter Craven’s post talks about J.K. Rowling’s post-Harry Potter novel, The Casual Vacancy. Fans who are expecting more from the wizards’ world may be a little disappointed, but the novel is something worth taking the time to nevertheless.
- As presented in this Stuff.co.nz article, fans of the Lord of the Rings series have gathered in a book fair to celebrate J.R.R. Tolkien’s masterpiece, The Hobbit, by dressing like some of the book’s characters.
- In a China.org.cn feature, we see how much a Nobel laureate for Literature can change your book sales overnight. Mo Yan’s books sold like soda in a draught in China following his Nobel recognition.
- Oscar-nominated director Stephen Daldry and multiple Oscar-winner Richard Taylor talked about the many challenges of creating films out of books. Read more of their woes from this article.
- John Mullan’s presentation discusses author Ian M Banks’ books, his different approach to science fiction, and how structuralism is inaccurately perceived these days.
- Finally, we talk about the growing trend of book and movie tie-ins, the challenges faced by the filmmakers, and how the reading audience cannot seem to be satisfied. Read more from the commentary, “Putting Picture into Words.”