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Already one of the busiest actors in Hollywood, it looks like
Idris Elba is branching out into literature. Elba has reportedly signed a multi-book deal with HarperCollins Children’s Books, which will see published picture books and fiction from Elba.
Elba’s deal with HarperCollins will help publish stories he has developed with his writing partner
Robyn Charteris, per The Hollywood Reporter. Charteris has a lengthy resume, including serving as a creative consultant for
Mattel Toys and
Lego, and also creating and writing “one of the first original 52-episode pre-school series for the launch of digital channel CBeebies.”
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Crystal Mahey-Morgan at OWN IT! Entertainment Ltd. She described her excitement in working with Elba. Idris Elba is one of the most iconic and multi-talented creatives of his generation and I am delighted that he is joining the HarperCollins Children s Books list, Murtagh said of the deal. From the outset, Idris had a very clear vision of the characters and stories he has imagined, and is passionate about creating books that will appeal to all children.
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