Merlin Publishing has sold the movie rights to its latest release Paperboy by Tony Macauley, to production company Titian Red Pictures.

Filming is scheduled to begin towards the end of 2010.

In their statement Chenile Keogh, Managing Director and Publisher of Merlin Publishing, said ‘From the moment we signed Paperboy we knew that it was destined for international success. It is a very special book that is both touching and hilarious and we are delighted that Tony’s exceptional talent has been recognised by such a prestigious production company.’