Expand Your Universe
Did you know there are more than 850 different Star Trek books?
Believe it or not, there are even 17 books based on Space: 1999.
Heck, there are 43 novels based on the TV show Charmed, which is more than twice as many books as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, which is just— just—
Exactly!!
The point is, novelizations are a Hollywood staple. Fans expect them. They’re a mark of prestige and a clear signal to audiences that you’re committed to growing your franchise—and your fanbase—for the long haul.
The most incredible thing about the examples above is that they came long before the age of social media and instant streaming services. Today’s audiences are more demanding than ever, expecting studios to be constantly delivering new, high-quality content to keep them engaged. Are you in between sequels or seasons? Too bad, you’ve still got feed the beast!
That’s why the leading film and TV studios continue to turn to books to keep their fans engaged and draw them even deeper into the fandom. Only books can offer the same depth of character and story as today’s best movies and shows. Books also provide endless conversation fodder, keeping your fans thinking and talking about your franchise online and irl.
Running out of things to say on your social media accounts? The development, writing, and launch of your book will provide countless opportunities for updates.
Want awesome swag for events? Paperback books!
Want to create a new revenue stream from your existing IP?
Yeah, that’s the big one. Forward Fiction does all the work of developing, producing, and marketing a high-quality new product based on your IP—and we pay you royalties on every book sold.
For a closer look at the Forward Fiction process:
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