The Green Mile. Poster of the 1999 movie and cover of the 1996 book
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The Green Mile
Stephen King, 1996
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Frank Darabont, 1999

At a Louisiana assisted-living home in 1999, elderly retiree Paul Edgecomb becomes emotional while viewing the film Top Hat. His companion Elaine becomes concerned, and Paul explains to her that the film reminded him of events that he witnessed in 1935, when he was a correctional officer at Cold Mountain Penitentiary’s death row, nicknamed The Green Mile.


Rain Man. Poster of the 1988 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Rain Man
Leonore Fleischer, 1989
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Barry Levinson, 1988

Charlie Babbitt is in the middle of importing four grey market Lamborghinis to Los Angeles for resale. Through social engineering, he learns the money is being directed to a mental institution, where he meets his elder brother, Raymond Babbitt, of whom he was previously unaware.


Zootopia. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Zootopia: Junior Novelization
Suzanne Francis, 2016
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Byron Howard, Rich Moore, Jared Bush, 2016

In a world of anthropomorphic mammals, rabbit Judy Hopps from rural Bunnyburrow fulfills her childhood dream of becoming a police officer in urban Zootopia. Bogo reprimands her, but an otter, Mrs. Otterton, enters Bogo’s office pleading for someone to find her husband Emmitt, one of fourteen animals who are missing.


Cars. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Cars: The Junior Novelization
Lisa Papademetriou, 2006
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John Lasseter, Joe Ranft, 2006

In a world populated by anthropomorphic talking vehicles, the final race of the Piston Cup season ends in a three-way tie for first place between retiring veteran Strip The King Weathers, frequent runner-up Chick Hicks, and brash rookie sensation Lightning McQueen; McQueen finishes repaving the road, reinvigorating the town’s residents, and decides to spend an extra day in Radiator Springs with his new friends, but his time there is cut short when Mack and the media descend on the town.


Jumanji. Poster of the 1995 movie and cover of the 1981 book
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Jumanji
Chris Van Allsburg, 1981
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Joe Johnston, 1995

In 1969, Brantford, New Hampshire, Alan Parrish lives with his parents, Sam and Carol-Anne, in a large mansion. Alan then inadvertently rolls the dice after being startled by the chiming clock; a message tells him to wait in a jungle until someone rolls a five or eight, and he is sucked into the game.


Jumanji. Poster of the 1995 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Jumanji
Todd Strasser, 1995
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Joe Johnston, 1995

In 1969, Brantford, New Hampshire, Alan Parrish lives with his parents, Sam and Carol-Anne, in a large mansion. Alan then inadvertently rolls the dice after being startled by the chiming clock; a message tells him to wait in a jungle until someone rolls a five or eight, and he is sucked into the game.


Cars 3. Poster of the 2017 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Cars 3
Suzanne Francis, 2017
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Brian Fee, 2017

Lightning McQueen and the other veteran racers of the Piston Cup racing series suddenly find themselves struggling to win against next-generation rookies like Jackson Storm, who utilize advanced technology and modern training methods. After receiving some encouragement from his girlfriend Sally, McQueen decides to return to racing and calls his sponsors from Rust-eze, Rusty and Dusty.


Amber Brown. Poster of the 2022 TV series and cover of the 1994 book, Amber Brown Is Not a Crayon
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Amber Brown Is Not a Crayon
Paula Danziger, 1994
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Bonnie Hunt, 2022-

Between her parents’ divorce and best friend moving away, Amber Brown is having a tough time. But her art, video diary, and new friend Brandi provide outlets for Amber to express her feelings and find gratitude in the love that surrounds her.


Cheaper by the Dozen. Poster of the 2003 movie and cover of the 1948 book
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Cheaper by the Dozen
Ernestine Gilbreth Carey, Frank B. Gilbreth Jr., 1948
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Shawn Levy, 2003

Tom Baker is a college football coach in Midland, Illinois, where he raised twelve children. One day, Tom unexpectedly receives an offer from his old friend and football teammate Shake McGuire to coach at his alma mater in his hometown of Evanston, Illinois. Tom accepts the offer, and demands all the children vote on moving.


Cheaper by the Dozen 2. Poster of the 2005 movie and cover of the 1948 book, Cheaper by the Dozen
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Cheaper by the Dozen
Ernestine Gilbreth Carey, Frank B. Gilbreth Jr., 1948
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Adam Shankman, 2005

Two years after Tom Baker resigned from his head coaching position, his family begins to undergo many changes, beginning with his daughter Lorraine’s internship with Allure magazine in New York City. Tom’s old rival, Jimmy Murtaugh, his new wife Sarina, and their large family (with only eight kids) are also staying at the lake for the summer.


Cheaper by the Dozen 2. Poster of the 2005 movie and cover of the 1950 book, Belles on Their Toes
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Belles on Their Toes
Ernestine Gilbreth Carey, Frank B. Gilbreth Jr., 1950
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Adam Shankman, 2005

Two years after Tom Baker resigned from his head coaching position, his family begins to undergo many changes, beginning with his daughter Lorraine’s internship with Allure magazine in New York City. Tom’s old rival, Jimmy Murtaugh, his new wife Sarina, and their large family (with only eight kids) are also staying at the lake for the summer.


Random Hearts. Poster of the 1999 movie and cover of the 1984 book
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Random Hearts
Warren Adler, 1984
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Sydney Pollack, 1999

Police Sergeant Dutch Van Den Broek and U.S. Representative Kay Chandler find themselves widowed after their spouses perish in a plane crash, only to uncover the startling revelation that their significant others were engaged in a secret romantic relationship with each other.