Tahmima Anam Novel 'Good Books' Set for TV Adaptation

Tahmima Anam, author of award-winning novels like 'A Golden Age,' is seeing her latest work, 'Good Books,' adapted for television. The series will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the publishing industry. Pacesetter Productions and Kudos are developing the screen adaptation.

Anam is collaborating with Emmy-nominated writer Alison Brown on the adaptation. 'Good Books' is scheduled for publication in 2028, with Cannongate acquiring UK rights and Scribner securing North American rights. The novel has been described as a blend of 'The Devil Wears Prada' and 'Yellowface,' focusing on book creation, imposter syndrome, and familial relationships.

The story follows Raya Chatterji's encounter with literary agent Prue McNeill, which leads to a new career and a return to London. Anam, a celebrated author with numerous awards, trained as an anthropologist at Harvard University.