Will Packer Media and Kinetic Content are teaming up to develop Tia Williams’ bestselling novel, ‘Seven Days in June,’ into a series for Amazon Prime Video. This highly anticipated project will be written and showrun by Felicia Pride, who will also executive produce through her production company, Honey Chile. Will Packer and Sabrina Wind from Will Packer Media will join Pride as executive producers, and Williams will also serve as an executive producer. Ivy Grant from Honey Chile will be a consultant on the series.
A Critically Acclaimed Book
‘Seven Days in June’ received rave reviews from multiple publications, including USA Today, Harper’s Bazaar, and the Los Angeles Times. It was also a Reese Witherspoon Book Club June 2021 Pick and became a New York Times bestseller. The novel has gained immense popularity on BookTok, and Vogue Entertainment described it as “gutting, arousing, and sparklingly witty.”
A Talented Team
Felicia Pride, the writer and showrunner for the series, brings her exceptional talent and experience to the project. She has worked on notable shows such as ‘Bel-Air’ and ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ and was also a writer on Ava DuVernay’s ‘Queen Sugar.’ Pride is currently developing a drama series with Netflix and has sold feature projects to Universal, Sony, and AGC Studios.
The Author’s Success
Tia Williams, the author of ‘Seven Days in June,’ is no stranger to having her work adapted for the screen. Her fourth novel, ‘The Perfect Find,’ was made into a film starring Gabrielle Union, which premiered on Netflix. Williams’s latest novel, ‘A Love Song for Ricki Wilde,’ explores the magical and romantic aspects of New York City. With her impressive track record, Williams brings a fresh and captivating perspective to storytelling.
Honey Chile, Felicia Pride’s production company, is dedicated to creating audacious stories across various mediums. The company focuses on content for and about Honeys, Black women who are 40 years old and above. Honey Chile currently has projects in development at CBS TV Studios, BET Studios, and Lifetime. By amplifying underrepresented voices, Honey Chile aims to bring diverse stories to the forefront.
Will Packer, the founder and CEO of Will Packer Productions, has an impressive track record of producing successful films. His projects, including ‘Girls Trip,’ ‘Night School,’ and ‘Straight Outta Compton,’ have collectively grossed over $1 billion worldwide. Packer’s expertise in the industry and his commitment to producing quality content ensures that ‘Seven Days in June’ will be a series worth watching.
Representing the Talent
Felicia Pride is represented by UTA, Industry Entertainment, and Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz PC. Tia Williams is represented by CAA, Wendy Sherman Associates, and Granderson Des Rochers LLP. Will Packer Media is represented by CAA and Johnson Shapiro Slewett & Kole LLP.
The collaboration between Will Packer Media, Kinetic Content, and Felicia Pride to adapt Tia Williams’ ‘Seven Days in June’ into a series for Amazon Prime Video promises to be an exciting project. With a talented team and a critically acclaimed source material, viewers can expect a captivating and inclusive viewing experience. Stay tuned for more updates on the series as it progresses.