PFM Entertainment Group has negotiated the rights to adapt the adventure novel “Pied” by Avione Lee, published by Simon & Schuster, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to inclusive narratives and world-class storytelling.
The critically acclaimed “Pied” tells the vibrant story of Rim Wickford, who has never ridden in a flying ferry boat, had a tornado clean his room or gotten in mounds of trouble with a mischievous weasel, because Rim is the kind of kid who always does what he is told. One day, he plays a musical pipe and is quickly swept into the quirky and colorful hidden world of Pipers, people who can turn melody and nature into magic. PFMEG is looking to develop “Pied” as a live-action series.
PFM Entertainment Group is committed to telling stories that are emotionally engaging, entertaining, and filled with wonderment, and ‘Pied’ embodies that and offers families an escape into a realm filled with diverse characters where anything is possible,” said Greenleaf. “It also underscores our dedication to championing new and unique voices like that of ‘Pied’ author Avione Lee who said, ‘I wrote “Pied” to help kids embrace all aspects of who they are and not feel the need to hide any part of themselves because everything that makes you, you, is very cool.’ Which is exactly the type of material we are looking for.
As PFMEG continues to build its slate, creative executive Averitt joins the company as a producer and development executive and will lead the development on “Pied” and PFMEG’s slate of female-driven projects.
