Creative Management Partners (CMP) agent Alan Morell has achieved a significant milestone: the 277th book and feature film sale of CMP authors' works to publishers, with many titles also optioned for television, film, and streaming platforms. The announcement, issued via NEWMEDIAWIRE, highlights a diverse catalog of books sold to major publishers and developed for adaptation across video streamers, networks, studios, and audiobook formats. For authors, publishers, and entertainment companies, the milestone underscores the growing value of literary intellectual property (IP) that can be leveraged across multiple media channels.
The deals span a wide range of genres and authors, including several New York Times bestsellers. Among the notable sales are “Lies I Taught In Medical School” by Dr. Robert Lufkin, with a foreword by Jason Fung, MD, to BenBella Books, distributed by Random House and released in multilingual editions. Former Supreme Allied NATO Commander General Wesley K. Clark's “ADVOCACY FOR PEACE” was sold to iBooks, while “Before the Knife,” a regenerative approach to chronic pain by Dr. Adam Brockman, host of Health Talk America, went to Blackstone Publishing. Other titles include “The Aztec Diet” by Dr. Bob Arnot to HarperCollins, “The Penis Book” by Dr. Aaron Spitz to Rodale Penguin Random House, and “The Fountain, 60 the new 30” by Dr. Rocco Monto to Penguin Random House Harmony Crown.
In addition to individual titles, CMP has positioned several series for adaptation. A book series on heads of state by Dr. Frederic Teboul and Thierry Pastor was sold to iBooks, featuring volumes on President Donald J. Trump, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Xi Jinping, President Vladimir Putin, and others. The “Encyclopedia of Longevity” 10-book series by Alan Morell and Dr. Robert Lufkin is pending sale, and “Greek Diet PBS Series” by Chef Maria Loi was placed with HarperCollins, PBS, and BBC. The breadth of these deals illustrates how publishers and producers are seeking content that can transcend traditional formats.
The implications for the publishing and entertainment industries are substantial. As streaming services and networks compete for compelling content, literary IP has become a cornerstone of development slates. CMP's ability to secure options for TV docu-series, feature films, and digital adaptations—with partners such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, DisneyABC, Hulu, PBS/BBC, Focus Features, and Broadway—demonstrates a strategic approach to maximizing the value of authors' works. This milestone also signals opportunities for authors, particularly in health, wellness, and political genres, where timely and expert-driven content is in high demand. For readers, the news means a wider array of books will likely be adapted into screen content, potentially bringing these stories to broader audiences.
The announcement also points to the global reach of these deals, with multilingual editions and international sales. For instance, the heads of state series and titles like “Escape from Plauen” by Renee Stoever were sold to iBooks, while “Stars My Destination” by Alfred Bester went to Beijing Laputta Media Technology Co., Ltd. Such international placements reflect a growing appetite for cross-cultural content and the potential for authors to find audiences beyond their home markets. Additionally, the sale of audio rights, such as “Common Sense for Common Good” by Gary Johnson to HarperCollins Brilliance, highlights the expanding audiobook market.
Alan Morell's extensive experience—over 40 years managing more than 3,700 campaigns and representing clients who have won Grammy, Tony, Oscar, Emmy, and other prestigious awards—lends credibility to the milestone. His focus on health and wellness is evident, with over 300 campaigns for doctors and advisory roles for C-suite executives in the sector. For industry observers, the 277th sale is not just a number but a testament to the enduring appeal of well-crafted stories and the importance of expert representation in navigating the complex landscape of publishing and screen adaptation. Authors and publishers alike can look to this model as a blueprint for success in an increasingly multiplatform world.
