Publishing
TOKYOPOP developing manga-style graphic novels for Hot Wheels and Barbie
“We look forward to sharing these legendary brands and bold new adventures to our global audience of readers,” said Marc Visnick, TOKYOPOP COO and Publisher.
Insight Editions to launch Trader Vic’s cookbooks and cocktail books
The licensing deal was facilitated by Perpetual Licensing, Trader Vic’s exclusive licensing agency.
HarperCollins launches HarperPop imprint focused on ‘licensed publications, popular culture and trend-driven publishing’
The new imprint will be overseen by Dave Linker, Editorial Director, and Erica Sussman, VP, Publisher at HarperCollins Children’s Books, alongside Carrie Thornton, SVP, Publisher of Dey Street Books, an imprint of the Morrow Group.
Robert James Workshop to produce bronze sculptures for The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog
“The aim is to have the new editions ready for the 2025 RHS Chelsea Flower Show,” said Robert Ellis & James Coplestone.
Think Influence to helm licensing push for Fisch
Areas of interest for the brand include toys, apparel, accessories, sporting equipment, and publishing.
Scunnered Ink’s Gordon Tait on giving Still Game the graphic novel treatment
Scunnered Ink’s Gordon Tait talks us through the origins – and future – of this new take on a beloved sitcom.
All3Media International’s Jason Easy and Quarto’s Richard Green on bringing Race Across the World into puzzle books
“They say travel broadens the mind; so do puzzles!”: All3Media International’s Jason Easy and Quarto’s Richard Green talk through development of a new brand extension for Race Across the World.
BBC Studios and Ludo Studio bolster Bluey Book Reads series
The new content sees Australian comic Adam Hills read Christmas Eve with Verandah Santa, while Olympic swimmer Ian Thorpe narrates Christmas Swim.
“A dream project!”: Studio Griggs’ Stephanie Griggs on crafting a style guide for Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
As Studio Griggs celebrates its first birthday, Founder and Creative Director Stephanie Griggs shares her highlights from the past 12 months.
Stacey McNeill on the origins of Fox Under the Moon – and how its social media following shapes the brand
Stacey McNeill, Founder and Creative Director at Fox Under the Moon, talks us through the design process behind the brand’s cards and prints.