Anna Pigeon: Breaking Down the Biggest Differences Between Books and TV Series - USA Network

Executive producer Lea Thompson discusses the adaptation of Nevada Barr's Anna Pigeon book series into a new USA Network drama. The show blends storylines from multiple books while introducing new settings and character amalgamations.
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Anna Pigeon 's executive producer Lea Thompson exclusively revealed how she brought Nevada Barr's beloved book series to life for USA Network's new drama, including the differences and similarities between the source text and TV adaptation.
Anna Pigeon Star Tracy Spiridakos, Director Lea Thompson Detail Bringing Hit Book Series to Life Anna Pigeon is soaring from page to screen.
Author Nevada Barr's beloved book character is coming to life in USA Network's new drama based on the mystery-solving park ranger's fictional adventures.
Of course, fans of the book series might notice some differences between Barr's source material—a whopping 19 books in total—and the USA adaptation starring Tracy Spiridakos.
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