We publish books that matter — narrative and literary nonfiction on important topics, and the best of local, international, and translated fiction.

This World Television Day, we’re exploring some Scribe books that have — or could — come to life beautifully on the silver screen. The day was created to recognise television as a symbol for communication and globalisation in our modern world, acknowledging the growing impact and significance of television in our lives today. 

Read on to find out more about one of our books that has already been adapted, one that is in the process of adaptation, and two that we think would make fantastic viewing if they were picked up.