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16 books to read before they are made into movies

Many of Hollywood's biggest hits begin their lives as books. The most recent example: "The Hunger Games." Here is a list of 16 books that are set to be released as major motion pictures in 2012-2013. Now is your chance to read them before their film adaptations hit the big screen! 

- Elizabeth Drake, Monitor contributor

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1. "Cosmopolis," by Don DeLillo

Plot Summary: A wealthy young asset manager crosses Manhattan in his stretch limo in search of a haircut at his father's barber and finds himself in many strange situations along the way. 

Starring: Robert Pattinson plays leading role of Eric Packer; Jay Baruchel, Paul Giamatti, and Juliette Binoche will also star.

Release date: August 17, 2012


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