The Point.1888 signs as UK licensing agent for Dog Man and Cat Kid Comic Club

“We are massive fans of these incredible graphic novels,” said Katie Wilkinson, Commercial & Strategy Director at The Point.1888.

Seed Pantry partners with Penguin Ventures for Peter Rabbit seed kits

“Seed Pantry are a brilliant new addition to the Peter Rabbit licensing programme,” said David Sprei, Commercial Director at Penguin Ventures.

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Penguin Ventures expands Orchard Toys’ licence to cover 20 additional markets

“The launch response from the UK trade and consumers to our first licensed collaboration has been brilliant,” said Josh Beevor, Director at Orchard Toys.

The Point.1888 welcomes Moomin partners across jewellery, apparel, magazines and phone accessories

“The brand has real depth, purpose and strong values, which are in alignment with what consumers are looking for,” said Becky Langer, Head of Commercial & Brand at The Point.1888.

“The story of war comics continues to grow and change”: Inside the ‘Into Battle’ exhibition

Rebellion’s Ben Smith and Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum’s Ursula Corcoran talk us through the how and why of their recent Into Battle exhibition.

Danilo’s Dan Grant on PEPPA PIG’s enduring success in cards and calendars

Dan Grant – Danilo’s Licensing Director – shares the key traits that make PEPPA perfect for his category.

Paperblanks partners with Cartoon Saloon for stationery based on its Irish Folklore Trilogy

“We aimed to carry into our journals and accessories the sweetness, excitement and awe that we experienced watching these movies,” said Adina Costiuc, Associate Art Director at Paperblanks.

Poetic Brands to bring Usborne’s That’s Not My… into apparel, footwear and luggage

“We’re delighted to be working with this great brand on a range we are certain will be enormously popular,” said Elliott Matthews, Managing Director of Poetic Brands.

Andrews McMeel Publishing readies six Dolly Parton calendars for 2025

“With the variety of formats offered, fans have the opportunity to enjoy a daily dose of Dolly sunshine every day of the year,” said Executive Editor/Calendar Licensing Marti Petty.

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