Sweet Tooth Renewed for a Third and Final Season at Netflix
Netflix has handed out a third and final season renewal to Sweet Tooth, the series based on the DC comics. Production on the third season has already been completed in New Zealand. According to showrunner and creator Jim Mickle, “Season three is an Arctic story with exciting new adventures and what we hope will be a satisfying conclusion to this epic tale. Gus is going to see a side of the world and humanity that he didn’t see in season one or two.”
Taika Waititi to Direct Klara and the Sun Adaptation
Oscar winner Taika Waititi is in negotiations to direct an adaptation of Klara and the Sun, based on the novel by Kazuo Ishiguro. The project is currently in development for Sony’s 3000 Pictures, with Dahvi Waller writing the original draft of the screenplay. David Heyman is attached to produce the film for Heyday Films, and Garrett Basch and Waititi are also in negotiations to produce. Waiti is also currently working on a new Star Wars film, and his next film, Next Goal Wins starring Michael Fassbender, will be out in the fall.
Independent Bookstore Day 2023 Thrived on Passport Promotions
Last weekend, independent bookstores across the country celebrated Independent Bookstore Day. Many included special “passport” promotions to really drive customers to visit multiple bookstores. In Seattle, the passport includes 27 bookstores and allows visitors 10 days (up until May 8) to visit them all. Those who collect a stamp from every store will receive a 25% discount at every shop. For people who collect at least 5 stamps, they will receive a 25% discount at one store of their choosing. To see what other cities and bookstore communities did for their IBD passports, check out the full article on Publishers Weekly.
What Are the Actual Reading Trends for Gen Z?
Fact: No one reads more diversely than Gen Z. Here are the latest stats on Gen Z’s reading habits and preferences.