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Black Bear Signs 'Open Water' Writer Caleb Azumah Nelson
VarietyStory by Katcy Stephan
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Rising literary star Caleb Azumah Nelson inks with powerhouse management firm Black Bear, as his debut novel 'Open Water' heads to the small screen.
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- Nelson, a lauded author, photographer, and filmmaker, will write and direct the BBC's adaptation of his acclaimed 2021 novel 'Open Water'.
- The Costa First Novel winner's gripping romance explores race, love, and identity, positioning him as a fresh voice to watch in the industry.
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Caleb Azumah Nelson, Black Bear, BBC, 'Open Water'