'Children of Blood and Bone' author won't see film after feud
Author Tomi Adeyemi has publicly severed ties with actor Amandla Stenberg and stated she will not watch the film adaptation of her book, 'Children of Blood and Bone.' The conflict stems from a long-standing feud regarding casting controversies and alleged colorism.
Why it matters
The public fallout highlights the complex relationship between authors and film adaptations, as well as the ongoing industry discourse surrounding casting and representation.
Tomi Adeyemi, the author of the bestselling fantasy “Children of Blood and Bone,” isn’t planning to see the forthcoming film adaptation — even though she co-wrote it. Over the weekend, the Nigerian American author posted a video on TikTok addressing fans who have been asking her the same question, "Why don't you post about the adaptation of your first film adaptation anymore?" “There is a reason I will not post anything about the adaptation of my work,” the author wrote in what appear to be screenshots of a group chat. "I have not seen the film, and I will not watch it." The adaptation of the first installment of Adeyemi’s "Legacy of Orïsha" fantasy trilogy is slated to hit theaters in January 2027. Gina Prince-Bythewood — who wrote and directed "Love & Basketball" and helmed "The Woman King" — is directing.
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