Ratatouille. Poster of the 2007 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Ratatouille: The Junior Novelization
Kitty Richards, 2007
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Brad Bird, Jan Pinkava, 2007

Remy is a highly intelligent and idealistic young rat with unusually acute senses of taste and smell who dreams of becoming a chef like his idol, the late Auguste Gusteau. Skinner confronts Linguini for tampering with the soup, but when the soup is accidentally served and proves to be a success, Colette Tatou, the staff’s only female chef, convinces Skinner to retain Linguini.


First Blood. Poster of the 1982 movie and cover of the 1972 book
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First Blood
David Morrell, 1972
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Ted Kotcheff, 1982

Seven years after his discharge, Vietnam War veteran John Rambo travels by foot to visit an old comrade, only to learn that his friend had died from cancer the previous year, due to Agent Orange exposure during the war. Teasle, however, offers Rambo a lift to make sure he is headed out of town.


Fail Safe. Poster of the 2000 movie and cover of the 1962 book, Fail-Safe
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Fail-Safe
Eugene Burdick, Harvey Wheeler, 1962
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Stephen Frears, Martin Pasetta, 2000

The time is the early-to-mid-1960s, the height of the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union. An unknown aircraft approaches North America from Europe. American bombers of the Strategic Air Command are scrambled to their fail safe points near Russia. Due to a technical failure, the attack code is transmitted to Group Six, which consists of six Vindicator supersonic bombers and four escort fighters.


Day One. Poster of the 1989 movie and cover of the 1985 book, Day One: Before Hiroshima and After
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Day One: Before Hiroshima and After
Peter Wyden, 1985
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Joseph Sargent, 1989

The decision to employ the atomic bomb to conclude World War II was a highly contentious occurrence in human history. This acclaimed miniseries, which won an Emmy in 1989, vividly depicts the conflicts through outstanding performances by a talented cast.


The Ultimate Gift. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 1991 book
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The Ultimate Gift
Jim Stovall, 1991
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Michael O. Sajbel, 2006

When his rich grandfather, Howard Red Stevens, dies, Jason does not expect to inherit anything from his multi-billion-dollar estate. He strongly resents his grandfather because his father had died while working for him. There is an inheritance, in fact, but it comes with a condition: Jason must complete 12 separate assignments within a year in order to get it.


The Challenger Disaster. Poster of the 2013 movie and cover of the 1988 book, What Do You Care What Other People Think?
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What Do You Care What Other People Think?
Richard P. Feynman, 1988
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James Hawes, 2013

In 1986, the catastrophic explosion of the space shuttle Challenger sent shockwaves through the annals of American space exploration. The loss of seven courageous astronauts, notably including Christa McAuliffe, the pioneering teacher bound for space, unfolded before the eyes of countless viewers via live television coverage. However, even more startling was the uncertainty surrounding the investigation into the disaster’s root cause.


The Challenger Disaster. Poster of the 2013 movie and cover of the 2009 book, Truth, Lies, and O-Rings
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Truth, Lies, and O-Rings
Allan J. McDonald, James R. Hansen, 2009
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James Hawes, 2013

In 1986, the catastrophic explosion of the space shuttle Challenger sent shockwaves through the annals of American space exploration. The loss of seven courageous astronauts, notably including Christa McAuliffe, the pioneering teacher bound for space, unfolded before the eyes of countless viewers via live television coverage. However, even more startling was the uncertainty surrounding the investigation into the disaster’s root cause.


Dead Man's Walk. Poster of the 1996 TV series and cover of the 1995 book
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Dead Man's Walk
Larry McMurtry, 1995
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Yves Simoneau, 1996

Set in the early 1840s, the show follows the adventures of two young Texas Rangers, Woodrow F. Call and Augustus McCrae. The story unfolds as the two embark on a perilous journey from Texas to Santa Fe. Along the way, they encounter various challenges, including conflicts with Native American tribes, harsh weather conditions, and the complexities of the Texas frontier.


Presumed Innocent. Poster of the 1990 movie and cover of the 1986 book
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Presumed Innocent
Scott Turow, 1986
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Alan J. Pakula, 1990

Rozat Rusty Sabich is a prosecutor and the right-hand man of district attorney Raymond Horgan. Detective Harold Greer is initially in charge of the murder investigation, but Rusty has him replaced with his friend Detective Dan Lipranzer, whom he persuades to narrow the inquiry so that his relationship with Carolyn is left out.


A Killing in a Small Town. Poster of the 1990 movie and cover of the 1984 book, Evidence of Love
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Evidence of Love
John Bloom, Jim Atkinson, 1984
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Stephen Gyllenhaal, 1990

Candy Morrison, feeling unfulfilled in her role as a spouse and parent in a small community, craves stimulation and discovers it through a romantic liaison with her husband’s intimate acquaintance, Stan Blankenship. However, their intense affair abruptly ends after only a brief period. Shockingly, several weeks later, Stan’s spouse is discovered viciously slain by an ax, marking the town’s first occurrence of such a brutal killing. Astonishingly, Candy becomes the primary suspect in the investigation.


Romeo + Juliet. Poster of the 1996 movie and cover of the 1595 book, Romeo and Juliet
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Romeo and Juliet
William Shakespeare, 1595
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Baz Luhrmann, 1996

In Verona Beach, the Capulets and Montagues are two rival gangs. Romeo agrees on hearing that Rosaline, with whom he is in love, is attending. They meet their friend, Mercutio, who has tickets to the party, and Romeo takes ecstasy as they proceed to the Capulet mansion. The effects of the drug and the party overwhelm Romeo, who goes to the restroom.


The Big Year. Poster of the 2011 movie and cover of the 2003 book
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The Big Year
Mark Obmascik, 2003
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David Frankel, 2011

The film follows three seasoned birders who each set out to achieve a Big Year. They are Brad Harri, a 36-year-old computer programmer based in Baltimore; Stu Preissler, founder and CEO of a New York company bearing his name; and a roofing contractor named Kenny Bostick, who holds the current Big Year record of 732 birds.