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Imagine that you are the author of the book you have just read. Suddenly the book becomes a bestseller. Write a letter to a movie producer trying to get that person interested in making your book into a movie. Explain why the story, characters, conflicts, etc., would make a good film. Suggest a filming location and the actors to play the various roles. Be detailed! Create a movie poster that will entice people to watch the movie.

Create a newspaper! include: Masthead; Lead story (5 para lead story that explains the plot. Should include main characters, problems, major events that lead to the problem being solved, & how it ends); Editorial (3 paragraphs to persuade people to read it or NOT to read it. Be detailed. Use examples/quotes from the book); Pictures (don’t forget captions); Ads that fit setting; 3+ articles that would go with the story; Advice column; anything else creative