As the Fat Kid Rules the World movie goes into pre-production, I think it's appropriate to honor Matthew Lillard as my very cool person of the month. Matt will be directing the film, and I honestly believe it couldn't be in better hands.

My first connection with Matthew was back in 2003. Fat Kid Rules the World had just been published and Listening Library was coming out with an audio book edition. Matt read the book and he did such a fantastic job I was blown away. Soon after, he optioned the film rights.

During our first conversation, Matt told me something I've never forgotten. He said, "I never fail." Not only do I love the attitude, but he's been true to his word. Eight years later, Matt's vision of a Fat Kid movie is finally coming to pass. I know he's putting a lot of heart and hard work into this production, and for that he gets my vote for Very Cool Person of the Month.

~ K.L. ~