Marley & Me. Poster of the 2008 movie and cover of the 2005 book, Marley and Me
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Marley and Me
John Grogan, 2005
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David Frankel, 2008

Newlyweds John and Jenny Grogan escape the brutal Michigan winters and relocate to South Florida, each landing reporter jobs at competing newspapers. When John senses Jenny is contemplating motherhood, his friend and co-worker suggests adopting a dog to test the couple’s readiness to raise a family. The couple will learn important life lessons from their adorable, but naughty and neurotic dog.


The Devil Wears Prada. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 2003 book
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The Devil Wears Prada
Lauren Weisberger, 2003
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David Frankel, 2006

Andrea Andy Sachs is an aspiring journalist fresh out of Northwestern University. Despite her ridicule for the shallowness of the fashion industry, she lands a job as junior personal assistant to Miranda Priestly, the editor-in-chief of Runway magazine, a job that millions of girls would kill for.


The Irrational. Poster of the 2023 TV series and cover of the 2008 book, Predictably Irrational
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Predictably Irrational
Dan Ariely, 2008
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David Frankel, 2023-

Alec Baker, a globally renowned behavioral psychology professor renowned for his profound understanding of human nature, frequently offers his expertise in critical cases involving governments, corporations, and law enforcement. Yet, his life takes a tumultuous turn when he encounters a female domestic terror suspect who challenges him in unexpected ways.


Jerry and Marge Go Large. Poster of the 2022 movie and cover of the 2020 book
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Jerry and Marge Go Large
Jason Fagone, 2020
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David Frankel, 2022

Retired Jerry Selbee stumbles upon a mathematical loophole in the Massachusetts lottery, leading him and his wife Marge on a thrilling journey of multi-million dollar wins, with the aim of revitalizing their small Michigan town. However, their plans take a turn when a selfish college student exploits the system. Now, Jerry must find a way to level the playing field for everyone involved.


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.