February 2012 On Sale: February 1, 2012 160 pages ISBN: 0545422906 EAN: 9780545422901 Paperback $18.99  Add to Wish List Childrens, Young Adult Buy at Amazon.com May the odds be ever in your favor The Hunger Games by Kate Egan Official Illustrated Movie Companion The New York Times bestseller by Suzanne Collins is now a major motion picture — and this is your guide to all of the movie\’s excitement, both in front of the camera and behind it. Go behind the scenes of the making of The Hunger Games with exclusive images and interviews. From the screenwriting process to the casting decisions to the elaborate sets and costumes to the actors\’ performances and directors\’ vision, this is the definitive companion to the breathtaking film. Previous Picks

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