Goodnight Dune is a Nerdy Remix of a Classic Children's Story
Erin Kirkpatrick — March 15, 2011 — Pop Culture
References: goodnightdune & crushable
It seems science fiction has found a new love interest in children's literature, as best shown with Goodnight Dune. Geeky Bedtime Stories, anyone? With a book titled Goodnight Dune written and released by Julia Yu, you're sure to please the little nerd or nerdette in your life. The book incorporates a classic bedtime story, Good Night Moon by Margaret Wise Brown and Frank Herbet's science fiction novel-turned-movie Dune. What a combination!
Why say good night to a rocking chair or a pair of mittens when you can say good night to "two imperial sardaukar and a pair of gom jabbar?" I do love the original Goodnight Moon, which is about a child wishing goodnight to everything, but Goodnight Dune by Julia Yu leaves a lot more room for the imagination to run free. Plus, who doesn't love a friendly alien?
Why say good night to a rocking chair or a pair of mittens when you can say good night to "two imperial sardaukar and a pair of gom jabbar?" I do love the original Goodnight Moon, which is about a child wishing goodnight to everything, but Goodnight Dune by Julia Yu leaves a lot more room for the imagination to run free. Plus, who doesn't love a friendly alien?
Trend Themes
1. Geeky Children's Literature - The rise of science fiction-themed children's books presents an opportunity to cater to the growing demand for geeky bedtime stories.
2. Nerdy Remixes - The trend of remixing classic children's stories with science fiction elements opens up opportunities to create innovative and engaging narratives.
3. Imagination-driven Bedtime Stories - Books like Goodnight Dune tap into the power of imagination, offering children and the young-at-heart a chance to explore fantastical worlds before sleep.
Industry Implications
1. Publishing - Publishers and writers can capitalize on the trend of geeky bedtime books by creating and marketing innovative titles to cater to niche audiences.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can explore opportunities to adapt science fiction-themed children's books into movies or animated series, appealing to both kids and nostalgic adults.
3. Merchandising - The popularity of geeky bedtime books opens up avenues for merchandise creation, such as toys, clothing, and collectibles, targeting fans of these unique mash-up stories.
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