Author Jordan Ifueko’s “Raybearer,” a West African-inspired young adult fantasy novel, is getting adapted for television at Netflix.
Gina Atwater will be leading the project as part of her multi-year deal with the streaming platform.Atwater’s focus at Netflix will be to foster series and features that put traditionally underrepresented characters front and center.
“Raybearer” is her first project at the streamer, and is produced by Sugar23 (“Dickinson”) and Macro Television Studios (“Sorry to Bother You“).”It’s an absolute privilege to join the Netflix family!” Atwater told Variety.
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