Leucrota Press, an independent science fiction, fantasy, horror, and graphic novel publisher based in southern California, has signed option contracts for filming rights to “The Kult.”

The screenplay, written by Danielle Kaheaku and Robert Hunter, was adapted from the horror/thriller novel by U.K. author Shaun Jeffrey.

The novel, originally published by Leucrota Press in May 2009, has received praising reviews from readers throughout the U.S. and Europe.

The Kult marked Leucrota’s 10th novel since opening their doors late 2006. Author Shaun Jeffrey and Leucrota are finalizing the details on a second novel from the author, Deadfall, another story set in the horror genre, slated to be released early 2010.

Leucrota Press’ Editor-in-Chief, Danielle Kaheaku, says she is excited for the option contract.

“I’m looking forward to seeing how things progress,” she said during an online interview. “The story itself is great — as can be seen by the comments from our readers — and I feel it’s the perfect candidate for an adaptation to film.”

The story follows Detective Propser Snow on his mission to track a serial killer when he is drawn down a darker path of betrayal, murder, and a race to save those around him.