Elementary. Poster of the 2012 TV series and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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A Study in Scarlet
Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Robert Doherty, 2012-2019

A pair of investigators tackles the NYPD’s most challenging cases. After a downfall in London and a rehab stint, the unconventional Sherlock relocates to Manhattan. His affluent father compels him to cohabit with his least favorite person – a sober companion, Dr. Watson.


True Blood. Poster of the 2008 TV series and cover of the 2001 book, Sookie Stackhouse
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Sookie Stackhouse
Charlaine Harris, 2001
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Alan Ball, 2008-2014

The series detailes the co-existence of vampires and humans in Bon Temps, a fictional, small town in northwestern Louisiana. The story centers on the adventures of Sookie Stackhouse, a telepathic waitress with an otherworldly quality.


The Express. Poster of the 2008 movie and cover of the 1983 book, Ernie Davis: The Elmira Express
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Ernie Davis: The Elmira Express
Robert C. Gallagher, 1983
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Gary Fleder, 2008

Based on the incredible true story, “The Express” follows the inspirational life of college football player Ernie Davis, the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy. Following his draft by the NFL, tragedy struck the star athlete and he was never able to take the professional field. But his tale would forever change the face of professional sports.


The Reluctant Fundamentalist. Poster of the 2012 movie and cover of the 2007 book
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The Reluctant Fundamentalist
Mohsin Hamid, 2007
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Mira Nair, 2012

Anse Rainier, an American professor at Lahore University, is kidnapped and held for ransom. Bobby Lincoln, an American journalist in Pakistan, arranges to interview Rainer’s colleague Changez Khan, whom he suspects is involved in the kidnapping.


True to the Game. Poster of the 2017 movie and cover of the 1998 book
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True to the Game
Teri Woods, 1998
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Preston A. Whitmore II, 2017

The film depicts an unexpected romance between Gena Rollins, a brilliant college student, and Quadir Richards, an emerging drug dealer. As Quadir’s feelings for Gena deepen, he is forced to make a decision between love and wealth as he strives to leave the streets for a better future. Determined to begin a new life together, Gena and Quadir are willing to take a chance and leave the illegal lifestyle behind.