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to the Sunday Times this weekend, the crime novelist said that “white older male writers” aren’t getting hired for “writing gigs in film, theatre, TV or publishing” right now — claiming the phenomenon is “just another form of racism.” “What’s that all about? Can you get a job? Yes. Is it harder? Yes. It’s even harder for older writers.

Wilson Chapman editorJames Patterson claimed that white male writers face “another form of racism” and criticized his own publisher for dropping Woody Allen’s memoir in a new interview that published over the weekend.The author was profiled for British paper the Sunday Times for his recent memoir “James Patterson: The Stories of My Life.” Speaking to journalist Sarah Baxter about his career, Patterson claimed that it is more difficult for white male writers to get started in the publishing world now, saying they face “another form of racism.”“Can you get a job? Yes. Is it harder? Yes,” Patterson said.

In an interview with The Sunday Times, author James Patterson lamented the struggle he says white men now face find writing jobs in film, theater, TV and publishing industries. He called it “just another form of racism.”

the film adaptation of the book written by Dolly Parton and James Patterson that also has Parton attached to star. Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine is attached to produce the film, and Sony picked up the film in a competitive situation and will be planning a theatrical release. Parton is also writing original songs for the movie.

Sony Pictures has landed rights to the upcoming Dolly Parton starrer Run, Rose, Run in a highly competitive situation, Deadline can confirm. EVP of Literary Affairs Drew Reed was instrumental in landing the deal, which was contingent on a theatrical release for the film.

1 .“Oh, the Places You'll Go!” by Dr. Seuss (Random House) , $17.002.“Book Lovers" by Emily Henry (Berkley) , $17.003 .“It Ends With Us" by Colleen Hoover (Atria Books) , $16.004 .“The Summer Place" by Jennifer Weiner (Atria Books) , $14.995.“Where the Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens (Putnam) , $18.006.“22 Seconds" by James Patterson, Maxine Paetro (Little, Brown) , $29.007.“Verity" by Colleen Hoover (Grand Central Publishing) , $16.998.“The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Washington Square Press) , $17.009.“Atomic Habits" by James Clear (Avery) , $27.0010.“Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose" by Dav Pilkey (Graphix) , $12.9911.“Killing the Killers" by Bill O’Reilly, Martin Dugard (St.

US Bestseller List - Paid BooksBook Title by Author Name - ISBN - (Publisher)1. The Summer Place by Jennifer Weiner - 9781501133596 - (Atria Books)2. Book Lovers by Emily Henry - 9780593334843 - (Penguin Publishing Group)3.

1 ."Book Lovers" by Emily Henry (Berkley) , $17.002."22 Seconds " by James Patterson/ Maxine Paetro (Little, Brown) , $29.003 ."Killing the Killers" by Bill O’Reilly/ Martin Dugard (St. Martin’s Press) , $30.004 ."23 The Mothers and Daughters of the Bible Speak" by Shannon Bream (Broadside Books) , $26.995."Revealing Revelation" by Amir Tsarfati/ Rick Yohn (Harvest House) , $17.996."This Will Not Pass" by Jonathan Martin/ Alexander Burns (Simon & Schuster) , $29.997."Finding Me" by Viola Davis (HarperOne) , $28.998."Oh, the Places You’ll Go!" by Dr.

Nonfiction1. Finding Me by Viola Davis, narrated by the author (HarperAudio)2. Atomic Habits by James Clear, narrated by the author (Penguin Audio)3.

US Bestseller List - Paid BooksBook Title by Author Name - ISBN - (Publisher)1. 22 Seconds by James Patterson & Maxine Paetro - 9780316499385 - (Little, Brown and Company)2. Book Lovers by Emily Henry - 9780593334843 - (Penguin Publishing Group)3.

1. “Finding Me” by Viola Davis (Harper One)2. “Johnny the Walrus” by Matt Walsh; art by K.

Nonfiction1. Finding Me by Viola Davis, narrated by the author (HarperAudio)2. Atomic Habits by James Clear, narrated by the author (Penguin Audio)3.

Well, she never said she wouldn’t accept it: Dolly Parton, who last month said she didn’t feel she had “earned the right” to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, reiterated today that she would, indeed, “accept gracefully” if voting goes her way.

1. “Dream Town” by David Baldacci (Grand Central Publishing)2. “Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose” by Dav Pilkey (Graphix)3.

Nonfiction1. Atomic Habits by James Clear, narrated by the author (Penguin Audio)2. Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown, narrated by the author (Random House Audio)3.

Book Title by Author Name - ISBN - (Publisher)1. Dream Town by David Baldacci - 9781538719787 - (Grand Central Publishing)2. Beautiful by Danielle Steel - 9781984821652 - (Random House Publishing Group)3.

1. “Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose” by Dav Pilkey (Graphix)2. “The Investigator” by John Sandford (G.P.

Nonfiction1. Atomic Habits by James Clear, narrated by the author (Penguin Audio)2. Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown, narrated by the author (Random House Audio)3.

Book Title by Author Name - ISBN - (Publisher)1. The Investigator by John Sandford - 9780593328699 - (Penguin Publishing Group)2. It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover - 9781501110375 - (Atria Books)3.

Dolly Parton is opening up about the advice she didn't follow early on in her career. The country music icon recently dished about her distinguished career in music, her new book with James Patterson, and what it was like growing up "poor" to becoming one of the biggest stars on the planet.  In a new interview, the singer and songwriter revealed that many people tried to get her to change her look – but she didn't budge. "The main advice that people wanted to give me was to change my look and to go simpler with my hair and the way that I dress.

Easter Bunny” by Adam Wallace (HMH Books for Young Readers)8. “Nightingale” by A.L Jackson, et al. (Book Beautiful)9.

Nonfiction1. Atomic Habits by James Clear, narrated by the author (Penguin Audio)2. Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown, narrated by the author (Random House Audio)3.

Book Title by Author Name - ISBN - (Publisher)1. A Family Affair by Robyn Carr - 9780369700964 - (MIRA Books)2. Verity by Colleen Hoover - 9781538724743 - (Grand Central Publishing)3.

Easter Bunny” by Adam Wallace (HMH Books for Young Readers)5. “Bridgerton: The Viscount Who Loved Me” by Julia Quinn (Avon)6. “Run, Rose, Run” by Dolly Parton and James Patterson (Little, Brown)7.

Dolly Parton has spoken out about the effects of climate change comparing it to “being ugly to your mama”.The country legend urged world leaders and people to do more to protect the environment in the wake of recent incidents of extreme weather conditions.“Well, my hope for the environment, for all things living, and all things good, just nature in general, [is] that we should pay more attention to how we’re treating our mountains, how we’re treating our world, how we’re just treating everything,” Parton said in an interview with National Geographic ahead of Earth Day on April 22.“We’re just mistreating Mother Nature. That’s, like, being ugly to your mama, you know? That’s like being disrespectful, you know? Seriously.

Nonfiction1. Atomic Habits by James Clear, narrated by the author (Penguin Audio)2. Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown, narrated by the author (Random House Audio)3.

1. “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens (G.P. Putnam's Sons)2.

Nonfiction1. Atomic Habits by James Clear, narrated by the author (Penguin Audio)2. Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown, narrated by the author (Random House Audio)3.

Book Title by Author Name - ISBN - (Publisher)1. The Recovery Agent by Janet Evanovich - 9781982154943 - (Atria Books)2. A Safe House by Stuart Woods - 9780593331767 - (Penguin Publishing Group)3.

Wilson Chapman editorDolly Parton has had an unrivaled career as a country music star, with decades of beloved hits and a nearly peerless reputation in the industry. Now, she recently revealed that she’s in talks to potentially bring the story of her career to the big screen.During a Feb.

Nonfiction1. Atomic Habits by James Clear, narrated by the author (Penguin Audio)2. Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown, narrated by the author (Random House Audio)3.

US Bestseller List - Paid BooksBook Title by Author Name - ISBN - (Publisher)1. The War of Two Queens by Jennifer L. Armentrout - 9781952457722 - (Blue Box Press)2.

Reese Witherspoon took to Instagram on Monday to share some big news with her fans.MORE: 7 Reese Witherspoon Book Club reads for your 2022 reading list - including her latest pickThe Oscar-winning actress shared a snapshot showing her posing with a copy of Dolly Parton and James Patterson's book, Run Rose Run, and exclaimed: "Dreams really do come true!WATCH: Reese Witherspoon's children make surprise appearance in fun video"I could not be happier to share that @HelloSunshine is adapting #RunRoseRun by @DollyParton and @jamespattersonbooks into a movie! I'm so grateful to Dolly & James for trusting us with their vision to bring this special story to life."READ: Reese Witherspoon and ex Ryan Phillippe share sweet message exchangeMORE: Reese Witherspoon shares very rare photo with brother for special reasonHello Sunshine is an American media company founded by Reese and Seth Rodsky in 2016. Previous projects include Wild, Gone Girl, Big Little Lies and The Morning Show.A post shared by Reese Witherspoon (@reesewitherspoon)Reese shared her big news with fans on InstagramRun, Rose, Run, meanwhile, is described as a thriller about a young singer-songwriter on the rise - and also on the run, determined to do whatever it takes to survive.

Dolly Parton could once again come to the big screen with the help of Reese Witherspoon. The "9 to 5" singer and actress, 76, has secured a deal with Witherspoon’s production studio Hello Sunshine to adapt Parton’s novel, "Run, Rose Run," into a film centered on the best-seller that Parton co-wrote with James Patterson.

Dolly Parton will star in the film adaptation of Run, Rose, Run, the novel she co-wrote with author James Patterson.Following the book’s release last month, along with a companion album of the same name, the singer has announced she’ll produce a film adaptation alongside Patterson for Reese Witherspoon’s media company Hello Sunshine.Witherspoon will also be a producer on the project alongside Hello Sunshine’s president of film and television, Lauren Neustadter.“Growing up in Nashville, I’ve loved Dolly since the moment I heard her magical voice and saw her luminous personality shine onstage,” Witherspoon said. “Beyond her magnetic presence as an artist and performer, she is one of the greatest songwriters and storytellers of our time.

NEW YORK -- With some support from her friend Reese Witherspoon, Dolly Parton is looking to be a movie star again.Parton is teaming with Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine media company for an adaptation of the best-selling novel she co-wrote with James Patterson, “Run, Rose Run.” Published in early March, the Nashville-based book centers on a bond between an aspiring country singer and a retired country superstar, a character Parton has said during media interviews that she was anxious to play on film."James and I love Reese and look forward to working with her and her wonderful team,” Parton said in a statement Monday.Witherspoon, who grew up in Nashville and won an Oscar for playing country great June Carter Cash in “Walk the Line,” said in a statement that Parton had long been one of her idols.“Dolly Parton is not only an icon to me, but a true inspiration to women and girls everywhere,” Witherspoon said. "My admiration for her grew to even greater heights when reading ‘Run, Rose, Run,’ a gripping and heartbreaking book I couldn’t put down.