Yeardley Smith and Ben Cornwell's Paperclip Ltd is developing an adaption of Ami Polonsky's YA novel Gracefully Grayson "with non-binary filmmaker Henry Alberto on board to write the script for the feature," Deadline reported, adding that the book "has become required reading for many schools across the country and the news comes at a time when authentic storytelling and representation are paramount."
"I'm overwhelmed with joy to bring this magical story to life alongside Yeardley and Ben. It's a responsibility I do not take lightly" said Alberto. "Grayson touched my soul in ways I may never be able to explain. My biggest hope is that Grayson will inspire people to embrace and celebrate all of who they are despite what the rest of the world may be telling them. Because, like Grayson and I, it's far scarier not to."
Smith added: "I feel like Grayson's journey from self-discovery to self-acceptance is a universal one that anyone with a heartbeat can relate to. Add to that, with Henry's track record of adapting poignant stories in the YA space, always with wit and flawless candor, they were the perfect choice to adapt the screenplay for Grayson."