Based on a Book

Season 3 is almost here, and we’ve got a bookshelf’s worth of excitement to share! In this quick trailer episode, we’re giving you a sneak peek at what’s in store as we continue our monthly themes with a whole new lineup of book-to-screen adaptations.

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It’s the end of Season 2—and we’re going out with a bang (and possibly a Mockingjay whistle). Lindsey is back to host the finale, bringing everything full circle from our very first episode of the season. And what better way to wrap things up than by heading straight into the arena? This week, we’re diving into The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and its iconic film adaptation.

Hosted by Lindsey with co-hosts Crystal and Keri.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
The Hunger Games (2012 Film)
Battle Royale by Koushun Takami
Battle Royale (2000 Film)
The Running Man by Stephen King
The Long Walk by Stephen King

Question of the Episode:

• What was your favorite adaptation from season 2?

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions
(02:20) Ratings and Non-Spoiler Discussion
(13:25) Book vs Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)
(1:17:33) Question of the Episode

We are continuing in our First in a Series theme with Keri’s selection—Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James and its 2015 movie adaptation starring Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan. Keri takes us through how this spicy, controversial romance novel started as a Twilight fan-fiction (her favorite) and proceeded to take the world by storm. We talk book ratings (a reread for some and first-time read for one of us), movie casting, and breakdown how the book compares to the movie.

Hosted by Keri with co-hosts Lindsey and Crystal.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James
• Fifty Shades of Grey Movie
• Bared to You by Sylvia Day
• The Original Sinners by Tiffany Reisz
• This Man by Jodi Ellen Malpas
• Sleeping Beauty Series by Anne Rice

Question of the Episode:

• What is your current hyper-fixation?

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions
(03:16) Ratings
(07:29) Fifty Shades of Romance (History and Backstory)
(15:01) Book vs Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)
(01:06:26) Question of the Episode

Bonus! We couldn't discuss His Dark Materials without also covering what we thought of the 2007 movie! In this episode we discuss The Golden Compass, the casting, the author's thoughts, and how it holds up to the BBC/HBO series.

Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• The Golden Compass by Philip Pullman
• The Golden Compass (2007 Film)
• The Inheritance Cycle Series by Christopher Paolini

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions
(04:09) Book vs Series vs Movie Comparison
(28:09) Final Verdicts
(35:07) Making Predictions

Welcome to our second His Dark Materials discussion. In this episode, Crystal leads us into the world of The Golden Compass (also known as Northern Lights) by Philip Pullman. We’re covering the second half of the first book in the His Dark Materials trilogy and episodes 5-8 of the HBO/BBC adaptation.

Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• The Golden Compass by Philip Pullman
• His Dark Materials (TV Series) 

Question of the Episode

• If you had access to the alethiometer, would you use it to ask a question for yourself, a question about your future, or find out other people's secrets?

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions
(01:02) Part One Recap
(03:04) Episode 5
(15:59) Episode 6
(36:09) Episode 7
(48:54) Episode 8
(53:54) Question of the Episode

Welcome to the first stop on our First in a Series journey! In this episode, Crystal leads us into the world of The Golden Compass (also known as Northern Lights) by Philip Pullman. We’re covering the first book in the His Dark Materials trilogy and the first four episodes of the HBO/BBC adaptation.

Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• The Golden Compass by Philip Pullman
• His Dark Materials (TV Series)
• A Court of Thorns and Roses Series by Sarah J. Maas
• The Fifth Season  by N.K. Jemisin
• A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness
• A Discovery of Witches  (TV Series)

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(1:33) Let’s Talk Ratings

(9:49) Book vs. Series Breakdown (SPOILERS)

(12:09) Episode 1

(32:42) Episode 2

(41:31) Episode 3

(48:33) Episode 4

The votes are in and murder is in the air. In this episode of Based on a Book, we head back to Shadyside High to cover the latest Fear Street Netflix installment: Prom Queen!

Join us as we break down the blood-soaked drama, 80s nostalgia, and slasher tropes that make this new addition to the Fear Street franchise so deliciously deadly. We talk final girls, killer clues, prom-worthy fashion, and how this one stacks up against the original Prom Queen book by R.L. Stine.

Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• The Prom Queen by R.L. Stine
• Fear Street: Prom Queen (2025 Film)

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(02:03) Non-Spoiler Movie Thoughts

(08:28) Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)

(37:00) Favorite Death Scenes

(40:29) Visuals, Vibes, and Future Fears

(47:05) Slasher Superlatives

In this chilling and twist-filled episode of Based on a Book, we're diving into No Exit by Taylor Adams and its nail-biting Hulu film adaptation. Trapped in a remote rest stop during a brutal snowstorm, one woman discovers a kidnapped child locked in a van outside. With no way out and no one to trust, she must figure out who the kidnapper is—and fast.

Hosted by Lindsey with co-hosts Crystal and Keri.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• No Exit by Taylor Adams
• No Exit (2022 Film)

Question of the Episode:

• You’re snowed in. What game are you playing to pass the time?

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(01:47) Ratings

(06:47) Book vs. Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)

(50:30) Final Verdicts

(53:55) Question of the Episode

In this bonus episode of Based on a Book, we get hyped for Netflix’s upcoming Fear Street adaptation based on The Prom Queen by R.L. Stine, revisiting the original Fear Street trilogy and diving into what makes it such a fun, bloody love letter to slasher horror. We share our thoughts of The Prom Queen book and make predictions on what Netflix might bring to its audience.

Plus, we play The Final Slashdown–a game where we rank the most iconic slashers from the Fear Street universe in a brutal tournament-style showdown to see who comes out on top as the deadliest of them all!

Hosted by Keri with co-hosts Lindsey and Crystal.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• Fear Street Part One: 1994 Movie
• Fear Street Part Two: 1978 Movie
• Fear Street Part Three: 1666 Movie
• The Prom Queen by R.L. Stine
• R.L. Stine Book List

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(01:14) Our Personal History with R.L. Stine

(07:42) Fear Street Trilogy Overview & Rankings

(32:40) The Final Slashdown

(47:12) The Prom Queen Book: Ratings, Breakdown, and Movie Predictions

This week, things get a little wild... literally. Join us as we dive into Nightbitch by Rachel Yoder and its 2024 movie adaptation starring Amy Adams.

We’re breaking down the book’s surreal exploration of motherhood, rage, isolation, and reclaiming identity—then comparing it to how the movie transforms those same themes for the screen. Whether you're a parent, a creative spirit, or just someone who feels like howling at the moon some days, this one's for you.

Hosted by Keri with co-hosts Lindsey and Crystal.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• Nightbitch by Rachel Yoder
• Nightbitch (2024 Film)

Question of the Episode:

• What breed of dog would each of us turn into if we suddenly transformed into dogs?

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(1:24) Let’s Talk Ratings

(14:24) Book vs. Movie Breakdown (SPOILERS)

(1:03:26) Final Verdicts

(1:04:24) Question of the Episode