Devonfield Publishing is excited to announce that Britfield & the Lost Crown (England), Britfield & the Rise of the Lion (France), and Britfield & the Return of the Prince (Italy) will be represented at the Frankfurt Book Fair (October 18-22) by veteran literary agent Laurie Blum Guest. Already published in the United States and Poland, the international rights are being negotiated with publishers in Britain, France, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Lithuania, South Korea, Japan, Indonesia, Mexico, and Brazil, among others.
Since the August 2019 release of Britfield & the Lost Crown, it’s becoming a global phenomenon throughout retail, schools, and education. Children and parents worldwide are enjoying the fast-paced, action-packed pages while learning about history, geography, and culture. Rarely has a book series created its own unique category, a cross between Charles Dickens and Ian Fleming, while removing common literary devices such as mythology and witchcraft. Teenagers and adults connect with genuine characters and authentic situations in a world people can relate to. This type of writing breaks the fourth wall of fiction, reaching the hearts and minds of all demographics. Quoted as “a combination of C. S. Lewis and Dan Brown,” other reviewers have said it’s a blend of “Oliver Twist, Les Miserables, and Sherlock Holmes.”
The first of seven live-action Britfield movies will redefine the industry, causing a major paradigm shift. Several award-winning directors are being considered, along with top British actors for the main and supporting roles of Detective Gowerstone, Professor Hainsworth, and Mr. and Mrs. Grievous. 12-year-old Sarah Wallace and Tom will be played by two up-and-coming young actors. Pre-production is tentatively planned for spring 2024, followed by principal photography in England and Eastern Europe in the fall of 2024. Global release could be as soon as November or December 2025.
The Britfield & the Lost Crown series is unique for the literary and film industry as it does not rely on heightened fantasy, demigods, or superheroes. Taking place in current time and using authentic locations, the real-life story creates a new category of family adventure and entertainment. Based on industry research, Britfield is projected to become one of the most successful films in cinematic history, rivaling the original Star Wars (1977), The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (2005), Night at the Museum (2006), and Harry Potter (2001-2011).
