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| Bad Monkey by Carl HiaasenVince Vaughn stars in the series adaptation of Carl Hiaasen's humorous crime novel about a Florida ex-cop who gets drawn into a murder investigation.
Where to watch: Catch new episodes of Bad Monkey weekly on Apple TV+. |
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Unfinished Tales of Numenor and Middle-earth
by J. R. R. Tolkien
The Rings of Power, based on J. R. R. Tolkien’s history of the Second Age of Middle-earth, is set thousands of years before The Lord of the Rings trilogy. The series, partly based on Unfinished Tales, depicts the iconic villain Sauron's famous rise to power. As evil brews across the land, the second season builds to a humongous two-episdoe battle where every corner of Middle-Earth is under threat from the Orc and Elves armies.
Where to watch: Season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is streaming on Prime Video.
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| A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly JacksonAn ensemble cast led by newcomer Emma Myers stars in the TV adaptation of Holly Jackson's young adult mystery novel.
Where to watch: A Good Girl's Guide to Murder is streaming on Netflix. |
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| Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett JohnsonZachary Levi (Shazam!) stars in the film adaptation of Crockett Johnson's beloved children's book about a boy who can draw anything into life with his magic purple crayon.
Where to watch: Harold and the Purple Crayon is now playing in theaters. |
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| The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat by Edward Kelsey MooreAunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Sanaa Lathan, and Uzo Aduba costar in the film adaptation of Edward Kelsey Moore's novel about a trio of best friends in Plainview, Indiana who regularly gather at a local restaurant to share their triumphs and travails.
Where to watch: Stream The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat on Hulu. |
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| The Perfect Couple by Elin HilderbrandNicole Kidman stars in the series adaptation of Elin Hilderbrand's mystery novel about a Nantucket bride-to-be whose body is found washed ashore, making everyone in the wedding party a potential suspect.
Where to watch: The Perfect Couple premieres September 5th on Netflix. |
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| Moonflower Murders by Anthony HorowitzLesley Manville and Timothy McMullan return for the series adaptation of the 2nd novel in Anthony Horowitz's Magpie Murders mystery series.
Where to watch: Catch new episodes of Moonflower Murders weekly from September 15th on PBS Masterpiece. |
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'Salem's lot
by Stephen King
Ben Mears has returned to Jerusalem's Lot in hopes that exploring the history of the Marsten House, an old mansion long the subject of rumor and speculation, will help him cast out his personal devils and provide inspiration for his new book. But when two young boys venture into the woods, and only one returns alive, Mears begins to realize that something sinister is at work- in fact, his hometown is under siege from the forces of darkness.
Where to watch: Great for readers who love exploring the dark possibilities of the world—including vampires— this horror classic’s brand-new film adaptation is coming to MAX this October.
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Say nothing : a true story of murder and memory in Northern Ireland
by Patrick Radden Keefe
A devastating true crime narrative from the throes of IRA violence in Northern Ireland, this is an excellent example of journalistic writing that captivates readers and doesn’t shy away from the tragic consequences.
Where to watch: Streaming on hulu this November.
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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