Lionsgate’s Codeblack FIlms announced that they have officially acquired the film rights to the popular “Flyy Girl” book trilogy written by New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Tyree’s books have been read by over 8 million people worldwide, and have grossed more than $30 million for publishing giant Simon & Schuster. His brand is one of the most talked about in the urban community, and his products can be found in 12 countries.

The trilogy follows a coming-of-age story for a young woman motivated by the material life who plunges into a fast-paced world of gratuitous sex, violence and heartbreak in an attempt to find herself and to assess her goals in life during the modern Hip-Hop era. The second book in the series, “For the Love of Money,” won an NAACP Image Award (2001, Outstanding Book, Fiction).

Codeblack Films President Jeff Clanagan said,

“Omar Tyree has created a franchise with an incredible story that connects with audiences worldwide. Codeblack is excited to have the film rights for these books which have been a staple in the African-American community for more than 20 years. We’re thrilled to have the chance to finally bring these stories to screen.”

The author, Tyree, also commented saying,

“I couldn’t be happier to embark on this journey with Codeblack Films and Global Renaissance Entertainment Group. I have every confidence that my brand has found the perfect home with one of the most effective machines in Hollywood.”