#BookGirlies, rise: here are the upcoming book-to-screen adaptations that I'm genuinely excited about

Here are the upcoming book-to-screen adaptations I am genuinely excited about:

1. The Love Hypothesis on Prime Video (September 23): This film adaptation of Ali Hazelwood's novel revolves around a high-stakes experiment in friendship, where two friends are forced to pretend to date as a means of proving their feelings are just friendship. Lili Reinhart stars as Olive, with Nicholas Duvernay and Tom Bateman in supporting roles.

2. Carrie on Prime Video (October 7): Based on Stephen King's novel, this series adaptation of Carrie follows high schooler Carrie White (Summer H. Howell) as she faces a new high school environment and discovers telekinetic powers. Samantha Sloyan plays her mother, Margaret. 3. The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping in theaters (November 20): This prequel to the popular film series explores the events of the 50th Hunger Games, where each district sends twice the number of tributes to compete in the deadly televised spectacle.

Joseph Zada stars as Haymitch Abernathy. 4. Pride and Prejudice on Netflix (December 3): The Jane Austen classic is getting a modern retelling with Emma Corrin taking on the role of Elizabeth Bennet and Jack Lowden as Mr. Darcy. The six-part series dives into the lives of the Bennet sisters as they navigate love and societal expectations.

5. Harry Potter and The Philosopher's Stone on HBO Max (December 25): This eight-part series adaptation of J.K. Rowling's first book introduces young Harry Potter to the magical world of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he learns about friendship, courage, and the mysteries that lie within the castle's walls.