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Sunbird Books Rises at Phoenix International
Phoenix International Publications, best known for its licensed children's sound and novelty books, will launch a children's imprint this fall to house all of its non-licensed titles.
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Licensing Hotline: February 2020
Read on for news about Gibbs Smith's BabyLit publishing plans; an expansion of Simon & Schuster's list featuring YouTube and Nickelodeon star Ryan Kaji; new digital deals for Angry Birds; a new middle-grade prequel graphic novel tied to 'On the Fastrack' from Hermes Press; and more.
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IDW and Smithsonian Partner for Illustrated Books
IDW Publishing has secured global rights to publish illustrated books, primarily graphic novels but also other formats such as coloring and picture books, in partnership with the Smithsonian Institution.
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Licensing Hotline: December 2019
Read on for news of the latest licensed publishing programs from Random House Children’s Books, including a tie-in to the Disney/Pixar movie 'Onward,' and more.
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DC Books for Young Readers Launches First Original IP Titles
In 2020, DC Books for Young Readers is releasing three middle-grade titles based on original intellectual property, marking the first time the imprint has published books not tied to its famous DC Comics superheroes.
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Clifford Starts a New TV Adventure
Scholastic Entertainment is debuting a brand-new 'Clifford the Big Red Dog' TV series, based on the Norman Bridwell books.
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Licensing Hotline: October 2019
Lego System A/S and its publishing licensee Ameet have formed a global strategic partnership with plans to launch an imprint, Lego Books, and more.
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A Long-Awaited Bedtime for Little Blue Truck
This week, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Books for Young Readers is publishing the third hardcover picture book in the Little Blue Truck series, 'Good Night, Little Blue Truck,' marking the popular character's return to the picture book format after 10 years.
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'Guess How Much I Love You' Celebrates a Quarter Century
Big Nutbrown Hare and Little Nutbrown Hare are celebrating a milestone as 'Guess How Much I Love You,' written by Sam McBratney and illustrated by Anita Jeram, is marking its 25th anniversary this year.
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Scholastic and The Dodo Pair for Children's Nonfiction
Scholastic has secured the rights to publish children's nonfiction titles tied to The Dodo, a media brand for animal lovers.
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Abrams to Launch Hasbro's Cubby Hill Brand
The brand's debut will be in the form of a jacketed hardcover picture book called 'The Welcome Wagon: A Cubby Hill Tale,' written and illustrated by Cori Doerrfeld.
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Licensing Hotline: September 2019
Read on for news about Baby Shark in North America; Running Press's new Baby Rocker board book series; a new in-world cookbook tied to the just-opened Star Wars theme park attraction; and more.
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Toy Company Melissa & Doug Commits to Publishing
The brand is launching an in-house-managed imprint that will release hands-on interactive formats for kids up to five years old.
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Licensing Hotline: July 23, 2019
Read on for news about HarperCollins's tie-ins to 'Molly of Denali'; a new licensing program for Tove Jansson’s Moomin characters; Cottage Door Press’s new John Deere books; Reading IQ’s licenses with HMH, Disney, and others; and more.
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Bookish Crowdfunding Gains Momentum
Publishers and authors are looking to Kickstarter and Indiegogo to raise funds and engage loyal customers.
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Rebel Girls Brand Launches Imprint and Chapter Book Series
Timbuktu Labs, marketer of the Rebel Girls publishing and media franchise, is expanding its brand, launching a Rebel Girls imprint and a chapter book series.
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Licensing Expo 2019: New Directions for Licensing
After several years of conservative views toward licensing in the publishing world, the pendulum seems to be swinging back toward a more expansive outlook.
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Licensing Expo 2019: Publishers Hunt New Revenue Streams
A number of publishers and licensors exhibiting at or attending this year’s Licensing Expo in Las Vegas are looking to license their proprietary, book-based brands to manufacturers of toys, arts and crafts, apparel, and other products.
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Licensing Hotline: May 2019
Read about Devar's partnership with Bendon for a series of My Little Pony-branded, AR-enhanced books, and more.
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Ripley Expands Publishing Program
Believe it or not, the century-old brand is still growing with new licenses and formats.
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