Read These Books Before They Become Movies (2025 & Beyond)

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Dear Joyvity™ Friends,

Whether you're drawn to thrillers, moody fantasies, or emotionally layered love stories, these books are already in production for film or TV — and now is the perfect time to read them.

From buzz-worthy romances to cozy mysteries and epic sci-fi, this list lets you stay one step ahead of the premieres everyone will be talking about.

🎥 The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Old Hollywood glamour meets secrets, ambition, and heartbreak. This story of a reclusive film icon finally telling her life story is tailor-made for the screen — and for fans of layered, character-driven fiction.

👉 Find it on Amazon here

Coming to Netflix in 2025

🎥 The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

A visual dream wrapped in magic and mystery. With its surreal setting and timeless love story, this cult favorite is finally headed to the screen. Don’t wait — the book is an experience all its own.

👉 Find it on Amazon here

Film in development at Warner Bros

🎥 Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

From the author of The Martian, this high-stakes space survival tale is both funny and suspenseful. The perfect sci-fi escape, and one that’s bound to become a major blockbuster.

👉 Find it on Amazon here

Movie adaptation starring Ryan Gosling (release Mar 2026)

🎥 The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

Four retirees solving cold cases over tea in a retirement village? Surprisingly gripping — and genuinely charming. This cozy mystery is getting a star-studded treatment, so expect big things.

👉 Find it on Amazon here

Film produced by Steven Spielberg (release Aug 2025)

🎥 Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard

A dystopian fantasy with royal intrigue, elemental powers, and rebellion. With its massive fanbase and addictive pacing, Red Queen is poised to become the next big YA adaptation.

👉 Find it on Amazon here

Peacock series in development

🎥 The Chain by Adrian McKinty

A terrifying premise: your child has been kidnapped — and the only way to get them back is to kidnap someone else’s. This thriller reads like a movie already. High tension, fast pace, and hard to put down.

👉 Find it on Amazon here

Movie in production

✦ Why Read Before You Watch?

Reading the book first adds layers the screen can’t always capture — inner thoughts, subtle shifts, and that quiet pause between scenes. Whether you're in it for the hype, the escape, or the satisfaction of saying “the book was better,” this list is your preview of what’s about to explode in theaters and living rooms.

So grab your TBR, mark your calendar, and start reading before the credits roll.

Warm wishes and happy reading,
Ana