Progress on the long-gestating project has ramped up of late, with casting announcements speeding by quicker than Link's clunky Beater. First came word that two-time Oscar nominee Viola Davis will play seer Amma. Next, the movie's leads (and star-crossed loves) were found: Alice Englert will play Caster Lena, while "Skins" star Jack O'Connell will play Ethan, the boy who loves her. Add in Emma Thompson, who's been cast as both dark witch Sarafine and Link's mom, Mrs. Lincoln, and we've got one compelling cast on our hands.

To be sure, producers still need to work their magic on several key roles, including that of Lena's Uncle Macon, cousin Ridley and, of course, Ethan's bud, Link. Filming is slated to begin in April in and around New Orleans.

Fans of the book series, however, got a special Valentine's treat yesterday, when the title of the fourth and final novel, "Beautiful Redemption," was revealed. The book is due in stores October 23.

Are you excited for the "Beautiful Creatures" movie? Who would you like to see round out the cast? Tell us in the comments and on Twitter!

The episode kicked off with Sugar Motta—who I will remind you is a character on the show—inviting everyone to her couples-only Valentine's Day party. The problem was that both Artie and Rory wanted to take Sugar to the party, as if it wasn't something entirely invented for the episode.

Hilariously, Rachel's dads lured both their daughter and Finn to the school auditorium with a note from Mandy Patinkin. They knew about the engagement and, as usual, offered their unwavering support for their daughter. Both Goldblum and Mitchell fell right into their characters without resting on stereotypes.

After months of eagerly awaiting the arrival of dreadlocks to McKinley, Sam from "The Glee Project" joined the cast for his contractually obligated eight-episode arch. He's playing Joseph Heart, a new, previously home-schooled student, who loves him some Jesus. Shortly after arriving at his new school, Joe joined the reformed God Squad, now made up of Quinn, Mercedes and Sam. The New Directions turned down the opportunity to do singing Valentines, so the God Squad did instead.

Since only one guy could be the "lucky" one to take Sugar to the party, Artie and Rory engaged in a battle of seduction, set to the crooning tunes of Mike Chang and Tina singing "L.O.V.E." Tina has officially become the forgotten member of the New Directions. At the very most, she might sing a song or agree with a character. What gives?

Anyway, Brittany S. Pierce and Santana were having a cute moment in the hallway and about to kiss, when Figgins swooped in. "Teen lesbians!" In his few minutes on this week's episode, Figgins stole the show with his outburst and the passing reference to Finchel. He had to inform the new couple that their love must go without public displays since it may offend more conservative students.

Just to make sure everyone knew how bad of an idea it is, Finn and Rachel announced their engagement to the rest of the New Directions. "When's the baby due?" Puck asked wisely. Most of the group disagreed with their decision, but a few of them offered their support, sadly. Thankfully, Artie pushed them out of the spotlight to deliver "Let Me Love You" to Sugar, which won him a date to the party.

For their first singing Valentine, the God Squad offered congratulations to Rachel for the engagement with "Stereo Heart," sung by Joe. Santana hit the nail on the big fat head when she told Rachel, "I support your decision to be unhappy with Finn for the rest of your life."

Back in the choir room, Rory sadly informed the group that his contract visa has expired and that he'll be leaving McKinley at the end of the school year. His rendition of "Home" by Michael Buble inspired Sugar to change her mind and say, "I feel worse for you than I do for Artie." Later in the episode, when Sugar made reference to the expired visa, Rory hesitated just enough to let us know he was lying, which is actually kind of a psychotic thing to do if you think about it.

Since Santana ordered a singing Valentine for her girlfriend, the God Squad had to decide its stance on same-sex relationships. There was some brief theological discussion, and Mercedes posited that Simon the Apostle may have been gay because of statistics and his name being the "gayest." Joe had never met a gay person before, so he had to think it out.

For those of you wondering, yes, the surprisingly well-timed Whitney Houston cover was, in fact, a coincidence. Mercedes sang "I Will Always Love You" shortly after confessing her infidelity to Tinker from "Friday Night Lights" and breaking off her affair with Sam. "When it comes to love, I don't know who I am." Right, Mercedes. Right.

Who did "I Will Always Love You" best: Amber Riley or Jennifer Hudson? Vote in our poll!

In an attempt to sabotage the engagement, Rachel's dads invited Finn and his folks over for dinner. They gave the young couple permission to spend the night together, but soon after heading into Rachel's room, they began to fight about Finn's poop. Downstairs the dads clinked glasses in success. This rouse, of course, went against the three pillars of the Berry family: honesty, respect and dance. Finn and Rachel quickly made up and set a date. They'll be married for the season finale nationals in May.

At the Sugar Shack, the God Squad performed "Cherish" for Brittany, having finally overcome potential homophobia. And in a storyline that eventually had no impact on the overall story, Dave Karofsky showed up to admit to liking Kurt, which amounted to nothing.

But then Darren Criss returned from Broadway to make everything okay.

What did you think of last night's "Glee"? Do you agree it's one of the better episodes recently? Did you like Mercedes' rendition of "I Will Always Love You"? Should Rachel and Finn really get married? Sound off on it all in the comments and on Twitter!

"That's one of my favorite moments in the video," she said. "There's this wide shot where I'm just crumpled up, sitting on a gravestone. And it's actually the grave site of a couple who lived, and died, in 1853."

An odd choice for a "Hunger Games" tie in? Maybe not: the story takes place in a dystopian futureworld, but the post-apocalyptic landscape—and the lives of the people who live in it—has a distinctly Victorian feel. And for Taylor, the history of the place was a source of inspiration for a song that's all about beginnings and endings.

"I'm such a history freak that I was sitting there thinking, What were their lives like?—and now here we are, hundreds of years later, filming a music video on their graves," she said. "It's really eerie, considering what the movie is about and how it deals with life and death."

All in all, the morbid tone serves the video well—but if it looks like Taylor had the shivers during her time on-screen, it's not because she was scared of ghosts.

"It was so cold!" she exclaimed. And not only was the singer trudging barefoot through a cold, damp forest near Nashville, her costume wasn't exactly insulated: "I was wearing this 1920s vintage nightgown that didn't provide much warmth."

Still hungry for more news about this "Hunger Games"-inspired project? Keep watching to hear more about how Taylor and The Civil Wars settled on the video's vibe (which Taylor says is her favorite, ever!) and check out her answers to questions from fans on Twitter about what it was like to shoot, how the rich symbolism from "The Hunger Games" permeated the process and how passionate she feels about the books that inspired it all.

What do you think of the cemetery setting in Taylor video?

MTV News recently caught up with "Battleship" helmer Peter Berg and the film's leading man Alexander Skarsgård (whom you may know as Eric from HBO's "True Blood") at Toy Fair, and the director let it be known he's been following Alex's work on a certain sexy series.

"I was a fan of 'True Blood' [and] all the girls in the office stormed my office and demanded that we cast him," Peter said of offering the role to the Swede. Of course, with the topic of "True Blood" on the table, I had to ask Alex for any and all hints about the upcoming season, set to debut this summer.

According to the hunk, the cast is currently filming episode four of the fifth season, and if you've been following casting announcements, you know a brand-new big-bad will storm Bon Temps this season: "Law & Order: SVU" star Christopher Meloni.

"He's really, really good," Alex enthused of new co-star Chris. "And a great guy." As to whether we'll be seeing the newbie predominately shirtless, Alex would only say, "Maybe, maybe not," cheekily adding, "He's so hot."

Are you excited for Alex's (and Chris') return to the small screen? Sound off in the comments and on Twitter!

You probably know Jodi as the author of adult novels like "The Tenth Circle," "Nineteen Minutes" and "My Sister's Keeper," which was adapted into a movie starring Cameron Diaz and Abigail Breslin, but the best-selling author is venturing into teen-lit territory with the help of her 16-year-old daughter and co-author Samantha van Leer.

"Between the Lines" is the story of teen Delilah, a loner bookworm who'd like nothing more than to abandon polite society and take up residence in a far-flung library somewhere. And there's one tome she's been favoring more than the others, which might have something to do with the fact that she's fallen in love with its fairy-tale prince Oliver...who's come to life! Trapped in the confines of the page, Oliver wants nothing more than to stop being book-ended and explore the real world, and with the help of Delilah, he might just get his wish.

Sounds totally cute, right? As a special treat to you, we've gotten our chocolate-covered paws on the story's first two chapters. Check out the EXCLUSIVE excerpt after the jump, download the full PDF, and be sure to pick up a copy of "Between the Lines" when it hits bookstores June 26.

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OLIVER
Just so you know, when they say "Once upon a time” . . . they’re lying.

I follow Frump’s gaze and stare down at the chessboard, which isn’t really a chessboard at all. It’s just squares scratched onto the sand of Everafter Beach, and a bunch of accommodating pixies who don’t mind acting as pawns and bishops and queens. There isn’t a chess set in the story, so we have to make do with what we’ve got, and of course we have to clean up all evidence when we’re done, or else someone might assume that there is more to the story than what they know.

Download the full PDF!

What do you think of this sneak peek of "Between the Lines"?

All the single ladies, all the single ladies: Instead of wallowing in your solo status this Valentine’s Day, celebrate it! Put down the box of chocolates you bought for yourself, stop looking up your ex on Facebook and call up your girls. Hollywood Crush has your movie night all planned out. Here are five films perfect for a belated Galentine's Day celebration (thank you, Leslie Knope!).

"Thelma & Louise"
This movie proves you don’t need a man to conquer the world—all you need is your BFF. In fact, Brad Pitt's around just long enough for Thelma to appreciate his hot bod and get some savvy tips about his robber lifestyle. As the credits roll, you’ll appreciate your friendships even more and vow to be friends forever (like, forrreal!).

"(500) Days Of Summer"
If you often feel like lasting love just doesn’t exist and you want to stare at Joseph Gordon-Levitt for two hours, this is your must-see movie. This film (co-starring Zooey Deschanel) celebrates the importance of work crushes, sappy cards and unrequited love.

"Kick-Ass"
Watching Chloe Moretz’s character, Hit Girl, killing dudes will rid you of any built-up V-Day rage. She’s the most violent, foul-mouthed kid you’ll ever meet. What’s not to love? It’s total girl power wrapped in a comedic package.

"Eat, Pray, Love"
Ahh, the it’s-not-about-the-destination-it’s-about-the-journey movie. Warning: The first half of the film will have you craving pasta, so email your friends now and make it a spaghetti potluck. Afterwards, map out your own single-girl goals. And then make yourself some more pasta.

"He’s Just Not That Into You"
The eye candy in this movie is sweeter than a two-ton bag of Hershey's Kisses. Swoon over Bradley Cooper, Ben Affleck, Kevin Connolly and Justin Long while sympathizing with Gennifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Drew Barrymore and Jennifer Connelly (you just can’t sympathize with Scarlett Johansson, like, ever). This movie totally gets what it’s like to be single or caught up in something complicated.

What are your picks for single-chick flicks? Sound off in the comments and on Twitter!

But alas, it was not to be: There are still two weeks until "Pandemonium" hits shelves. Which means that under most circumstances, we would have spent our Valentine's Day morning composing the following poem to express our feelings...

Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Why isn't "Pandemonium" out yet,
Darn it, darn it, darn it angry.

...that is, if Lauren Oliver hadn't given us a wonderful Valentine's gift to make up for the disappointment!

But she did! Which means that rather than salving our feelings with angsty poetics, we'll be patiently awaiting the next book's release... whilst avidly reading "Hana," our EXCLUSIVE sneak peek at "Delirium" from a totally different point of view. Because while we've already followed Lena through the first chapter of her story, "Hana" takes us back and then takes a totally different tack: following the events of "Delirium" through the eyes of Hana, Lena's best friend.

The story: When the Deering Heights party gets raided Lena and Alex hide in a shed while Hana takes cover only a few feet away. That night, though fateful for both Lena and Hana, sets them on completely different paths…one of which we've already explored, and the other of which we're about to uncover! Right now! And so are you -- all you have to do scroll through the never-before-seen story below...and wait just a leetle bit longer for "Pandemonium" to be released on February 28 (the same day as the eBook version of "Hana").

We'd suggest doing it in the bathroom with a pile of chocolate, but you are your own master.

Are you excited to see what happened to Hana on that fateful night? Will you be picking up "Pandemonium"? Tell us in the comments and on Twitter!

In case you forgot, it’s Valentine’s Day—that most romantic of days when loved ones should be spoiled with flowers, chocolate and loving gestures. Yet, if your boyfriend is someone who hasn’t been planning for this day for the past few weeks, we highly suggest showing him this valuable advice from Mr. Romance, otherwise known as Channing Tatum.

Channing knows a thing or two about melting girls' hearts—you’ll understand if you’ve seen him in “The Vow” or “Dear John”—so when we caught up with him recently before his hosting stint on "Saturday Night Live," we had to get his V-Day tips for all those guys out there that might need a helping hand.

“Do something that is shocking,” Channing said. “You can go to dinner, if that’s what you want to do or have a picnic or something, but do something you’re both going to remember.”

Good advice, Channing, but what if you can’t think of a memorable gesture? "Even if it’s just like writing her a story, a fictitious story and like hide it somewhere for her.”

A tip which seems to have worked for the actor, who has been married to his wife, Jenna Dewan, for more than two years.

“I love writing and drawing and stuff,” Channing revealed. “I do stuff like that, but that’s because I like reading. I think love is another way to create, as cheesy as that sounds.”

Doesn’t sound cheesy at all, Channing!

Did you see "The Vow"? What are your plans for Valentine's Day? Does Channing give good advice? Tell us in the comments and on Twitter!

As expected, we've got a clear country influence at work in the music from the movie: the album is bursting with twang! We already knew we'd be hearing from Taylor Swift and Neko Case, The Secret Sisters and Arcade Fire, but there are a couple names that weren't leaked in advance—Kid Cudi, Miranda Lambert and even an appearance by noted Appalachian folksters the Carolina Chocolate Drops. And with the full track list just below, feel free to get guessing about which part of the story inspired these song titles! The album lineup is as follows:

1. "Safe & Sound" (feat. The Civil Wars) by Taylor Swift
2. "Eyes Wide Open" by Taylor Swift
3. "Abraham’s Daughter" by Arcade Fire
4. "The Ruler & The Killer" by Kid Cudi
5. "Run Daddy Run" (feat. Pistol Annies) by Miranda Lambert
6. "Kingdom Come" by The Civil Wars
7. "One Engine" by The Decemberists
8. "Take The Heartland" by Glen Hansard
9. "Lover Is Childlike" by The Low Anthem
10. "Dark Days" by Punch Brothers
11. "Tomorrow Will Be Kinder" by The Secret Sisters
12. "Just a Game" by Birdy
13. "Oh Come & Sing" by Ella Mae Bowen
14. "Rules" by Jayme Dee
15. "Reaping Day" by Carolina Chocolate Drops
16. "Give Me Something" I’ll Remember by Neko Case
17. Video "Safe & Sound" (Bonus Video) by Taylor Swift

The only thing missing from this list? Jennifer Lawrence, who we know recorded a song for the film. Could she be on a hidden track?

Related:
+ Taylor Swift's 'Hunger Games' Strategy? Stay Safe And Sound
+ Taylor Swift Debuts Her 'Hunger Games' Music Video 'Safe And Sound' Now!

>>Check out more on the #HungerGames50 here!

How do you like the song lineup for the "Hunger Games" companion album?

Turns out, Taylor is just like all the rest of us in that she's already asked herself the same question plenty of times: "I've thought about this, because reading the books, you're so sucked into it that as you go about your life," she said. "You sit there, and you're like, 'Could I climb that tree?' 'Could I make a weapon out of this?' 'If I had to forage for food, what would I do?'"

The answer? No surprises here: The country superstar is more a lover than a fighter, and she wasn't afraid to own up that she'd pretty much chicken out in the midst of the Games quicker than you can say "Haymitch."

"Honestly, I think I would just be the person who runs and hides," she admitted.

But even though her own Hunger Games strategy would be more "girl on the run" than "girl on fire," she still devoured the books with all the ferocity of a newborn fan—and as she fell in love with the story, she said, her understanding of what sort of song she'd be writing for the film underwent a serious shift.

"When I got the call, I thought from what I'd heard about the movie, 'It's an action movie, right? We're probably going to be writing a song that's like, We're going to win!'" she said. "And then I read the book, and I thought, 'No, we're going to have to write sort of a death lullaby, it's so different from what I thought.'"

And now, she said, she's just as anxious as all the rest of us to see "The Hunger Games" brought to life on the big screen.

Check out Taylor's "Safe & Sound" music video below!

How did Taylor's video measure up to expectations?