By Olivia WilliamsMay 24, 2026 News Netflix’s blockbusters are turning viewers into readers — how ‘Bridgerton’ and ‘Ripley’ sparked a book-buying boom Netflix’s hit adaptations, from “Bridgerton” to “Ripley,” are driving a surge in book sales. The streaming giant’s popular series are reigniting interest in their literary sources, boosting authors’ visibility and print demand.