The publishing world is constantly moving, and January was no different. From buzzy debut novels landing major producers to beloved romance authors making big-screen moves, here’s everything worth knowing right now.
Adaptations, Options, and Casting News
A Good Person by Kristen King
Kirsten King’s debut novel A Good Person is officially headed for adaptation, with Daisy Edgar-Jones set to produce. The project marks another step in Edgar-Jones’ growing role behind the camera, coming shortly after the announcement that she will be staring in Sense and Sensibility this fall. She has previously acted as producer on other projects, such as On Swift Horses and Bad Bridgets.
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Abby Jimenez’s Part of Your World Series
Romance readers have even more reason to celebrate: Abby Jimenez has signed with Independent Artist Group, a move that comes as her Part of Your World series gains serious Hollywood attention. The series was recently picked up for feature development by Sophia Stallone and Balboa Productions, and we know it’s going to be a huge win for the rom-com lovers.
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The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
Historical fiction continues its screen takeover as Maven Screen Media has optioned the film rights to Ariel Lawhon’s The Frozen River, a GMA Book Club Pick historical mystery that has already captivated readers all over the world.
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Julia May Jones’ Vladimir Adaptation
On the streaming front, Vladimir, based on Julia May Jones’ novel and starring Rachel Weisz and Leo Woodall, is officially set to premiere on Netflix on March 5.
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The Astrology House Adaptation
Christina Ricci is stepping into the book-to-screen space, starring in Peacock’s upcoming adaptation of The Astrology House by Carinn Jade.
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The Nightingale Casting Update
Casting news for The Nightingale keeps rolling in. Edmund Donovan has joined the cast alongside Dakota and Elle Fanning.
My Husband’s Wife by Alice Feeney
If you’re a thriller fan, you’ll be happy to hear that Alice Feeney’s My Husband’s Wife is being developed into a television series by Carnival Films and Universal. This comes shortly after the success of Feeney’s His and Hers, which was adapted by Netflix earlier this month.
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Bridgerton Update
Bridgerton fans finally got confirmation of what many have been hoping for. Showrunner Jess Brownell revealed that seasons five and six will focus on Eloise and Francesca’s love stories, two stories that we’ve been anxiously waiting for.
Emily Henry Adaptations
And speaking of of Netflix, the streamer acquired the rights to Emily Henry’s Funny Story and announced a major pivot for Happy Place, shifting the in-development adaptation from a TV series to a feature film instead.
More Freida McFadden Films to Come
Lastly, Lionsgate has officially greenlit a sequel to The Housemaid for 2026 production, and Sony has picked up The Surrogate Mother by Freida McFadden, proving that the author has made a name for herself with a high-stakes psychological thrillers.
New Book Releases to Put on Your Radar
Madeline Miller
Beyond adaptations, authors are also delivering plenty of new books to look forward to. Madeline Miller, beloved for The Song of Achilles and Circe, announced a new short story titled Mestra, returning readers to her signature Greek mythology-inspired storytelling.
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Robinne Lee
Robinne Lee, author of The Idea of You, revealed her second novel, Crash Into Me, which will hit bookstores on July 7. Fans of romantic tension and emotionally charged narratives will want this one on their summer reading list.
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Hannah Morrissey and Elle Cosimano
Hannah Morrissey and Elle Cosimano are teaming up for a genre-blending rom-com murder mystery titled Home for the Homicide, set for release on October 13. And
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Emily St. John Mandel
Emily St. John Mandel—author of Station Eleven and Sea of Tranquility—announced her next novel, Exit Party, arriving September 17.
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