* First things first … The Hunger Games trailer. No words, just watch:
Share your thoughts on the trailer in the comments below!
* It also seems Lionsgate is seeking the Oscar-winning screenwriter of Slumdog Millionare for Catching Fire, and Gary Ross is in line to direct the second movie.
* In related news, check out lots of Holiday ideas inspired by The Hunger Games, including recommended books, a shopping guide, and decorations.
* Is your child old enough to read The Hunger Games and/or see the movie? Novel Novice contributor Elizabeth McGolerick addresses the subject at She Knows!
* Set your DVRs for this Sunday’s episode of “The Simpsons,” which guest stars author Neil Gaiman as himself — as he and the gang try to find the next big YA mega series.
*This week, Hollywood Crush unveiled the gorgeous cover for Such Wicked Intent by Kenneth Oppel, the sequel to This Dark Endeavor:
*Rumor has it Tim Burton is considering a movie adaptation of Miss Peregrine’s Home For Peculiar Children. Which I think is awesome.
* And we are THRILLED to report that Kim Harrington’s Clarity has been optioned for a TV series! We think this book will make a great series, and we hope this comes to fruition!
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