By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The entertainment company Toikido has partnered with Ladybird Books for a collection of Piñata Smashlings-themed published content. The Piñata Smashlings IP was created and developed by Toikido's in-house design team as part of the company's larger Piñataverse franchise. The company plans to extend the Piñata Smashlings brand through … [Read more...] about Toikido Grants Book License for Piñata Smashlings to Ladybird
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Book Licensing: Moominvalley Adaptation Gets Fourth Season
by Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Gutsy Animations’ flagship animated series Moominvalley has been renewed for a fourth season by the broadcasters Sky, Yle, and Viaplay. The Moominvalley animated series is based on a series of childrens books and comic strips written by Tove Jansson between 1945 and 1980. The international licensing rights to the Moomin franchise are … [Read more...] about Book Licensing: Moominvalley Adaptation Gets Fourth Season
Jumanji Attraction to Open at Gardaland in 2023
Italy's largest theme park will open a new attraction this year based on the Jumanji films from Sony Pictures Entertainment. Gardaland says the new Jumanji - The Labyrinth attraction will offer adventure-lovers of all ages an exclusive and immersive experience to submerge themselves in the wonderfully wild world of Jumanji. Gardaland Resort is an amusement park located in … [Read more...] about Jumanji Attraction to Open at Gardaland in 2023
SRM Develops Smurf Sippy Cup Collection for Kids
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jupiter Wellness's SRM Entertainment division has entered into a licensing agreement with LAFIG Belgium and IMPS for a line of children's products featuring The Smurfs. Through the new multi-year licensing agreement, SRM will develop a line of Sip With Me hydration and table-top products featuring characters and images from The Smurfs … [Read more...] about SRM Develops Smurf Sippy Cup Collection for Kids
TheSoul Publishing Acquires Majority Stake in Underscore
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterThe digital content studio TheSoul Publishing has acquired a majority stake in the talent management firm, Underscore Talent.Founded in 2021, Underscore Talent is known for its 360° management strategy. It assists its diverse client base with brand partnerships, consumer products, ecommerce, social media, publishing, content distribution, live … [Read more...] about TheSoul Publishing Acquires Majority Stake in Underscore
New Company Formed to License Mercer Mayer Books
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mercer Mayer has partnered with John R. Sansevere to develop licensing programs for Mayer's literary franchises through their new company, TWELVE/30. The newly created company has exclusive media and licensing rights to Mayer's original IPs across all consumer products and publishing categories. Throughout his career, Mercer Mayer has … [Read more...] about New Company Formed to License Mercer Mayer Books
Licensing Deals: BLA! Appointed to Rep VIZ Media in Europe
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Anime publisher VIZ Media has appointed Boutique Licensing Agency (BLA!) as its brand licensing and management representative in Europe. VIZ Media is a US-based entertainment company that focuses on manga publishing and anime distribution. The company currently serves multiple industries including publishing, animation, film, gaming and … [Read more...] about Licensing Deals: BLA! Appointed to Rep VIZ Media in Europe
Kidoodle to Air Three Shows Licensed From TheSoul
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter TheSoul Publishing is expanding the reach of its family-friendly channels through a partnership with the safe streaming platform Kidoodle.TV. Starting this month, three of TheSoul's channels will be featured across the Kidoodle.TV service in both English and Spanish. The channels included in the licensing deal are 5-Minute Crafts, Slick … [Read more...] about Kidoodle to Air Three Shows Licensed From TheSoul
Scholastic Releasing New Children’s Books Based on Dino Ranch
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Scholastic and Boat Rocker have released the fifth and sixth titles in their licensed publishing program for the preschool series Dino Ranch. The new books in the Dino Ranch publishing program include a storybook titled Pterodactyl Attack! and a Level 1 reader called Home on the Ranch. Both of these books were made available for purchase … [Read more...] about Scholastic Releasing New Children’s Books Based on Dino Ranch
Literary Licensing: Reeds Jewelers Add Some Sparkle To The Little Prince
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Reeds Jewelers has announced new licensed bridal and fashion jewelry collections for the 80th anniversary of The Little Prince. The deal was brokered by Licensing Works! on behalf of its client, SOGEX, the global licensors for the Estate of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, which includes the rights to The Little Prince novel and … [Read more...] about Literary Licensing: Reeds Jewelers Add Some Sparkle To The Little Prince