Sorry for not posting. I took a week off to do some other things and to try and beat the winter blues. I'm feeling better this week so look forward to a post every day. To start off the week I decided to write about some popular books that have been made into TV shows. Some of the shows I actually watch but others I added because they've created a huge fan base. I've separated them into different groups by interests.
Shows for Teens (mostly female)
-The Carrie Diaries: This series focuses on none other than the famous Carrie Bradshaw. Known to Sex and the City fans, this delves into Carrie's teen life and how she got her start in Manhattan. Based on the books by Candace Bushnell and airing on the CW network, the series is geared towards teen girls with an interest in fashion and the 80's. Since there are only two books its hard to compare the show to them but after only a few episodes it seems to contain the same major plot points but with its own story each episode.
Books: The Carrie Diaries (2010) and Summer and the City (2011)
Show: Premiered in January 2013 (CW Network)
-Gossip Girl: Even though this show is off air I decided to add it because I'm a huge fan of it. It's based on the well-known books by Cecily von Ziegesar and focuses on a group of people living in the upper east side of Manhattan. Filled with fashion, drama, and romance, it's every teenage girl's dream show. It lasted for six seasons and turned the young actors into stars. The show veered off from the books drastically after a few episodes but remained entertaining until the last episode.
Books: 13 books (including a prequel)
Show: 6 seasons (2007-2012) (CW Network)
-Pretty Little Liars and The Lying Game: I put these shows together because they are on the same network and both are based on books from author Sara Shepard. Pretty Little Liars is about a group of girls who lost their friend Ally and are dealing with aftermath. They struggle through terrible situations as an anonymous bully simply called "A" terrorizes them. The Lying Game is about a set of twins who meet, swap places and have to keep their existence a secret. Both shows are about the same as the books in as much as having the same characters. Personally, I enjoy the changes in the show.
Books: Pretty Little Liars-13 books and 2 companion novels (2006-present) The Lying Game-6 books and 2 novellas (2010-present)
Show: Pretty Little Liars-3 seasons (2010-present, currently airing third season The Lying Game-2 seasons (2011-present, currently airing second season) Both on ABC Family
Shows for Vampire Fanatics
-The Vampire Diaries: While I don't actually watch this show I've seen the books at the store and seen multiple advertisements for it. My cousin Lexi watches the show and seems to be hooked, but I'm skeptical to jump on the bandwagon because of the vampires. After the Twilight books and movies I've been wary to read or watch anything vampire related. The show is based off the books by L.J. Smith and is on its fifth season. Maybe I'll eventually read the books and check out the show but for now I'll leave it to the vampire lovers.
Books: 1st Trilogy (1991-1992) Spin-Off Trilogy (2009-2011) Third Trilogy (2011-2012)
Show: 5 seasons (2009-present, currently airing fifth season) CW Network
-True Blood: Since I don't know much about this show I'll just give you the basics. I've never actually seen this show but I've definitely heard people talking about it. I've heard the show described as "soft-core porn," which is why its aired on the HBO Network. It's based on the Southern Vampire Mysteries series, otherwise known as the Sookie Stackhouse books, by Charlaine Harris.
Books: 12 books, 13th book: 5/7/13 (2001-present)
Show: 5 seasons (there will be a 6th season)
Shows for Fantasy Lovers
-Game of Thrones: I started watching the show after hearing it compared to the Lord of the Rings series. I originally wanted to read the books first but I watched the first season, then I read the first and second books. I haven't read the third book yet but I'm already hooked, both on the books and show. The show is based off the book series written, A Song of Ice and Fire, by George R.R. Martin. The shows sticks pretty closely to the books and I can see the comparison to Lord of the Rings.
Books: 5 books, 6th being written (1996-present)
Show: 2011-present, 3rd season will air at the end of this month (HBO Network)
-Once Upon Time: Inspired by many different fairy tales. Airing its second season on the ABC Network.
-Grimm: loosely based on Grimm's fairy tales and other fables and legends. The second season starts this Friday on the NBC Network.
I hope my long post doesn't bore you. (Lol) Enjoy reading!
Thanks for reading,
Erin a.k.a. Bookworm
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