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Jo Saul
Co‑owner of Type Books in Toronto and bookseller who discusses adaptation book clubs, book‑to‑film events, and how adaptations affect book sales.
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Nov 18, 2025
• 26min
Should you read it before you watch it?
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C.T. Jones, a culture and pop-culture writer, champions reading books first for deeper emotional engagement. Jo Saul, co-owner of Type Books, explores how adaptations can boost book sales and discusses the balance of reading versus watching. Film critic Bilge Eibiri argues for watching films first to enjoy them without distractions. The trio dives into the adaptation trend, audience fatigue with repetitive IP, and the thrill of discovery in bookstores. Their spirited debate is filled with insights on how storytelling unfolds in both books and films.
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