Ghostbusters. Poster of the 1984 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Ghostbusters
Ed Naha, 1984
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Ivan Reitman, 1984

Peter Venkman, Raymond Ray Stantz, and Egon Spengler are scientists at Columbia University investigating the paranormal. Following their first encounter with a ghost manifesting at the New York Public Library, the dean fires them and dismisses the credibility of their research.


The Crow. Poster of the 1994 movie and cover of the 1989 comic book
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The Crow
James O'Barr, 1989
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Alex Proyas, 1994

On October 30, Devil’s Night in Detroit, Sergeant Albrecht is at the scene of a crime where Shelly Webster has been beaten and raped, and her fiancé, Eric Draven, lies dead on the street after having been stabbed, shot, and thrown out the window. The couple had planned on getting married the following day, Halloween. One year later, a crow taps on the grave stone of Eric Draven; Eric awakens and climbs out of his grave.


The Basketball Diaries. Poster of the 1995 movie and cover of the 1978 book
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The Basketball Diaries
Jim Carroll, 1978
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Scott Kalvert, 1995

Teenager Jim Carroll is a drug-addicted high school basketball player who regularly gets into mischief with his friends Pedro, Mickey and Neutron on the streets of New York City and at school. A teacher who notices the boys engaging in drug use tells Jim and Mickey that they are suspended for a week, and Swifty tells Jim he will never play basketball for his school again.


You're Not You. Poster of the 2014 movie and cover of the 2006 book
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You're Not You
Michelle Wildgen, 2006
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George C. Wolfe, 2014

An accomplished pianist who has been diagnosed with the terminal illness ALS hires a young woman without direction to be her full-time caregiver. Despite their differences, the two form a close bond as they help each other live life to the fullest. The challenging circumstances of their situation bring them together in a meaningful way.


Ghostbusters II. Poster of the 1989 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Ghostbusters II
Ed Naha, 1989
movie vs book   [NOVELIZATION]
Ivan Reitman, 1989

Five years after saving New York City from destruction by the demigod Gozer, the Ghostbusters have been sued for the property damage incurred and barred from investigating the supernatural, forcing them out of business. At the museum, a portrait of Vigo the Carpathian, a brutal, sixteenth-century tyrant and powerful magician, comes to life and enslaves Dana’s boss Janosz Poha.


Nappily Ever After. Poster of the 2018 movie and cover of the 2000 book
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Nappily Ever After
Trisha R. Thomas, 2000
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Haifaa Al-Mansour, 2018

A young girl Violet talks about her mother Paulette always making sure she looks perfect. Later, Violet as an adult has a seemingly perfect life: she is successful in her job as an advertising executive, has been with her boyfriend Clint, a doctor, for two years, and has perfect long straight hair, despite the effort it takes to maintain.


The Family Business. Poster of the 2018 TV series and cover of the 2012 book
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The Family Business
Carl Weber, Eric Pete, 2012
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Trey Haley, 2018-

By day, the Duncan’s are an upstanding family who run a thriving exotic car dealership in New York. By night, they live a dangerous secret life. When they come under siege the Duncan’s will have to stick together or die separately.


Walking Shadow. Poster of the 2001 movie and cover of the 1994 book
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Walking Shadow
Robert B. Parker, 1994
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Po-Chih Leong, 2001

At the behest of his longstanding companion, Dr. Susan Silverman, Spenser undertakes a pro bono investigation into the disturbing case of a theater company director being stalked. However, before he can even commence his inquiries, a shocking incident unfolds during a play, with an actor losing their life to an unexpected arrow strike.


Miracle on the 17th Green. Poster of the 1999 movie and cover of the 1996 book
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Miracle on the 17th Green
James Patterson, Peter de Jonge, 1996
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Michael Switzer, 1999

Mitch McKinley, a contented middle-aged ad executive, becomes unemployed and decides to follow his dream of competing on the PGA Senior Tour, neglecting his wife and family in the process. Despite facing considerable challenges, he becomes increasingly focused on his new talent, but this obsession risks ruining his relationships with his loved ones.


Congo. Poster of the 1995 movie and cover of the 1980 book
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Congo
Michael Crichton, 1980
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Frank Marshall, 1995

While testing a communications laser in a remote part of the Congo jungle, TraviCom employees Charles Travis and Jeffrey Weems discover the ruins of a lost city near a volcanic site. Despite the success, Peter is concerned by Amy’s drawings of jungles and the Eye of Providence, and seeks funding to return Amy to Africa, but the university is reluctant.


God's Not Dead 2. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the book novelization
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God's Not Dead 2
Travis Thrasher, 2016
movie vs book   [NOVELIZATION]
Harold Cronk, 2016

When high school history teacher Grace Wesley is confronted with a question about Jesus in her classroom, her thoughtful and reasoned response unexpectedly thrusts her into a legal battle. This epic court case has the potential to result in the exclusion of any mention of God from both the classroom and the public square, marking a significant turning point in the ongoing debate over the separation of church and state.


God's Not Dead 2. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the 2013 book, God's Not Dead
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God's Not Dead
Rice Broocks, 2013
movie vs book
Harold Cronk, 2016

When high school history teacher Grace Wesley is confronted with a question about Jesus in her classroom, her thoughtful and reasoned response unexpectedly thrusts her into a legal battle. This epic court case has the potential to result in the exclusion of any mention of God from both the classroom and the public square, marking a significant turning point in the ongoing debate over the separation of church and state.