"The Movie" adapted by Terry Collins based on a motion-picture screenplay by Melissa MathisonWhether readers are reliving this unforgettable tale, or discovering it for the first time, they can't resist the touching story of a lonely young boy named Elliott and his friendship with a special alien stranded on Earth. Join Elliott in his quest to help his new friend get home -- even when home is a million miles away.

 

There are 141 pages in this book. This book was published 2003 by Simon & Schuster .

Terry Collins always knew he wanted to be a writer when he grew up. A former award-winning newspaper reporter and columnist, he now writes poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and graphic novels for readers of all ages. He also teaches literature and creative writing, helping to inspire other lovers of the written word. Terry lives in his hometown in North Carolina with his wife, Ginny, and their devoted dog, Bosley. A lifelong reader, he has a personal library that outgrew his house years ago. Despite his wife's gentle protests over a lack of space, he believes a person can never own too many books.