High Fidelity. Poster of the 2020 TV series and cover of the 1995 book
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High Fidelity
Nick Hornby, 1995
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Sarah Kucserka, Veronica West, 2020

Rob Brooks, a female record store owner who’s obsessed with pop culture and Top Five lists in the rapidly gentrified neighborhood of Crown Heights, Brooklyn, revisit past relationships through music and pop culture, while trying to get over her one true love.


I'm Dying Up Here. Poster of the 2017 TV series and cover of the 2009 book
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I'm Dying Up Here
William Knoedelseder, 2009
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David Flebotte, Jim Carrey, 2017-2018

The series explores the Los Angeles stand-up scene of the mid-1970s as a group of young comedians attempt to become successful at Goldie’s comedy club and potentially gain a shot on Johnny Carson’s Tonight Show. Club owner Goldie mentors the young comics with a combination of toughness and encouragement to further their chances at success.


A Friend of the Family. Poster of the 2022 TV series and cover of the 2003 book, Stolen Innocence: The Jan Broberg Story
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Stolen Innocence: The Jan Broberg Story
Mary Ann Broberg, 2003
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Nick Antosca, 2022-

The terrifying actual story of the Broberg family, whose daughter Jan was repeatedly abducted over several years by a charismatic, devout family “friend,” is depicted in the gripping drama A Friend of the Family.


Carol. Poster of the 2015 movie and cover of the 1952 book, The Price of Salt
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The Price of Salt
Patricia Highsmith, 1952
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Todd Haynes, 2015

During the Christmas season of 1952, aspiring photographer Therese Belivet is working in Frankenberg’s department store in Manhattan. A mutual friend, Dannie, invites Therese to his workplace, The New York Times, and offers to introduce her to a photo editor friend.


The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial. Poster of the 2023 movie and cover of the 1954 book
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The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial
Herman Wouk, 1954
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William Friedkin, 2023

The storyline follows a naval officer who faces a mutiny trial for assuming command from a ship captain he believes is exhibiting erratic behavior, endangering both the ship and its crew.


Their Finest. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the 2009 book, Their Finest Hour and a Half
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Their Finest Hour and a Half
Lissa Evans, 2009
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Lone Scherfig, 2016

During the Blitz of World War II, a female screenwriter works on a film celebrating England’s resilience as a way to buoy a weary populace’s spirits. Her efforts to dramatise the true story of two sisters who undertook their own maritime mission to rescue wounded soldiers are met with mixed feelings by a dismissive all-male staff.


How to Be Single. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the 2008 book
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How to Be Single
Liz Tuccillo, 2008
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Christian Ditter, 2016

Alice temporarily dumps her college boyfriend Josh and moves to New York City to be a paralegal. Alice befriends wild Australian co-worker Robin, who enjoys partying and one-night stands, and local bartender Tom, who embraces the bachelor lifestyle and hooks up with various women, including Alice.


Otherhood. Poster of the 2019 movie and cover of the 2008 book, Whatever Makes You Happy
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Whatever Makes You Happy
William Sutcliffe, 2008
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Cindy Chupack, 2019

A grounded, soulful, celebratory comedy about three mothers and their adult sons. The film explores the stage after motherhood, Otherhood, when you have to redefine your relationship with your children, friends, spouse, and most importantly, yourself.


Apples Never Fall. Poster of the 2024 TV series and cover of the 2021 book
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Apples Never Fall
Liane Moriarty, 2021
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Chris Sweeney, 2024-

Despite outward appearances of happiness, the Delaney family is thrown into turmoil when Joy goes missing. This unexpected event prompts her husband and four adult children to reevaluate and reconsider their family history.