The Color Purple

Are you excited for the Oscars next month? If so, you might want to catch up on the literature that inspired some of the nominated movies. Here's your reading list for the 2024 Academy Awards.

It's always fun to see our favorite books on the screen. But sometimes, the best literature gets adapted before we've had the chance to read it. Here are thirteen new or upcoming book-to-screen adaptations. Order your copy of the source material so you can read before you watch.

Did you know that in addition to books, Thriftbooks offers a large inventory of films and TV shows? And while we frequently say, "the book is always better," we have to admit that every once in a while, it isn't. Check out our list of movies that improve upon their predecessor.