The Book Is Better - Book to Film Adaptation Reviews

This children's book has been a memorable classic for decades. The family discusses the (somewhat minor) differences from book to both the 1971 and 2005 films — but don't worry, we mostly stick to the original. The Tim Burton version is just...creepy.

We also share our thoughts on Wonka, which we saw just a few days before recording this episode, as a prequel to the 1971 adaptation.

Featuring hosts Tim Haynes, Donna Haynes, Rebekah Edwards, and T. Josiah Haynes

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Did you know that everyone's favorite average NYPD detective-turned-hero-series was actually inspired by a book?

Learn what the family thinks about this adaptation, including how we handled the absence of an audiobook...

Also, yes, Die Hard is absolutely a Christmas movie!

Featuring hosts Tim Haynes, Donna Haynes, Rebekah Edwards, and T. Josiah Haynes

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The family discusses Dad's favorite holiday work: A Christmas Carol. Adapted into more films, TV shows, and various art forms than possibly any other book in history, this timeless classic gave us plenty to discuss.

From best and worst adaptations to the total obsession our dad had with watching as many versions as he could, we hope you enjoy this Christmas episode!

Collider — The Top 24 Christmas Carol Adaptations Ranked: https://collider.com/a-christmas-carol-adaptations-ranked/

Featuring hosts Tim Haynes, Donna Haynes, Rebekah Edwards, and T. Josiah Haynes

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How does this short but charming children's Christmas book compare to its feature-length film? The family discusses major changes and some of the more notable facts about this groundbreaking (however uncanny valley-ish) holiday classic.

For this special episode, we invite Rebekah's son, Christian, to the cast! The Polar Express is his favorite Christmas movie, and he proves to be a goldmine of little-noticed facts.

Featuring hosts Tim Haynes, Donna Haynes, Rebekah Edwards, T. Josiah Haynes, and guest host Christian Edwards.

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In this bonus episode, we interview our very own Josiah about the process of writing a novel series, from character development to software and everything in between. He gives fantastic advice for aspiring authors and provides a lens into this complex process.

Get the first book: https://a.co/d/6ptvd2W

For signed copies or to reach out to Josiah, find him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tjosiahhaynes

Featuring hosts Tim Haynes, Donna Haynes, Rebekah Edwards, and T. Josiah Haynes.

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As the epic* Twilight series comes to a close, the family reviews the most major book-to-film changes, including the fact that the Renesmee of the films is just... well, she's creepy.

*Epic is in the eye of the beholder, we guess...

Featuring hosts Tim Haynes, Donna Haynes, Rebekah Edwards, and T. Josiah Haynes.

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The arena explosion isn't the only bomb dropping in this episode... the family reviews differences between the book and film The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.

(We're all kind of obsessed. Buckle up!)

Featuring hosts Tim Haynes, Donna Haynes, Rebekah Edwards, and T. Josiah Haynes.

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Is New Moon the worst Twilight book, or the best? The family chats about the second and third books in The Twilight Saga. We also discuss the fascinating (dark) perspective on the clearing fight in The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner.

This one's for you, baby listener!

(You'll need to listen all the way through to get that reference...)

Featuring hosts Tim Haynes, Donna Haynes, Rebekah Edwards, and T. Josiah Haynes.

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Love it or hate it, Twilight has a place in the collective psyche of our modern day. The family reviews the differences between the Twilight book to its massively successful film and determines if the book is really better.

We also discuss the controversy around this IP, our opinions on Midnight Sun, and whether or not we're Team Edward or Team Jacob (or a third team, which you'll have to listen to find out).

Lindsay Ellis: "Dear Stephenie Meyer" — https://youtu.be/8O06tMbIKh0

Featuring hosts Tim Haynes, Donna Haynes, Rebekah Edwards, and T. Josiah Haynes.

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It's spooky season, and we're celebrating by reviewing one of the most famous thriller adaptations of all time! Learn what the family of 4 thinks of the (significant) changes made for the film adaptation.

We also get real about the absolutely unacceptable way director Stanley Kubrick treated most of the actors on set to make for an "authentic" performance.

TW: Mental illness and emotional abuse

Featuring hosts Tim Haynes, Donna Haynes, Rebekah Edwards, and T. Josiah Haynes.

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