On the Road the movie

It had to happen eventually--Jack Kerouac's classic On the Road is being made into a movie.  Sam Riley stars as Sal Paradise, while Twilight star Kristen Stewart plays Dean Moriarty's wife. 

[Click here for more info on the film.]

So, might as well read (or re-read) the book now so you can impress others with your knowledge of how they changed the story!

For those who need a bit more convincing, On the Road is a classic 20th century American novel that everyone should read/listen to at some point.  It draws from the experiences of author Jack Kerouac as he traveled around the country, meeting friends and other Beat writers, and it perfectly captures its era.

On the Road makes an excellent audiobook because of its casual, almost stream of consciousness narration.  Matt Dillon does a fantastic job of making it sound completely natural and not dated, and being able to listen while you drive really adds to the experience.  If you're taking any road trips this spring, definitely consider it.