The Spy School Invasion: Why YA Book to Series Adaptations Are Dominating Disney+ Disney+ has announced a series based on Stuart Gibbs' "Spy School" novels, joining a growing list of Young Adult book to series adaptations.
These projects have proven successful due to their built in audiences and critical acclaim. One reason for the trend's popularity is that it offers a tried and true formula for success.
This model has been used in various forms throughout television history, from "The Hardy Boys" to "Beverly Hills 90210.