By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter The Walker Books Group is developing a global licensed publishing program featuring the Rabbit character from the design studio, HAM. The Rabbit character design can be found on ceramics, textiles, prints and stationery sold around the world and has been spotted everywhere from the Centre Pompidou in Paris to the Institute of Contemporary … [Read more...] about Walker Books and HAM Partner on Rabbit-Themed Books
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Fay Slift and Fluffy Soufflé to Co-Host the 2023 Kidscreen Awards Ceremony
By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter The 2023 Kidscreen Awards Ceremony will be hosted by the children's educators and drag performers, Fay Slift and Fluffy Soufflé. The Kidscreen Summit is a four-day trade show event that focuses on kid's entertainment media. Kidscreen Summit 2023 takes place in Miami and is one of the most important trade shows in the children's entertainment … [Read more...] about Fay Slift and Fluffy Soufflé to Co-Host the 2023 Kidscreen Awards Ceremony
Pinterest and Chefclub Partner on Five New Shows in the US
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterPinterest and Chefclub have entered a strategic partnership to develop five cooking-themed series. The five new original shows are available on the Chefclub Network Pinterest profile in the US starting in October 2022. Pinterest is a popular social media platform that focuses on collecting and sharing images and videos. The site was created by … [Read more...] about Pinterest and Chefclub Partner on Five New Shows in the US
Xilam Animation Makes Waves with Zig & Sharko Season Four Sales
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterXilam Animation has secured several licensing deals for the fourth season of Zig & Sharko, in preparation for the first episode's debut at MIPCOM.Launching in September 2023, season four has been acquired by the studio's longstanding partner Gulli in France, which has also renewed its partnership across the previous three seasons. In … [Read more...] about Xilam Animation Makes Waves with Zig & Sharko Season Four Sales
Chanyo Launches the first Smiley Brand Tea House in Beijing
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterThe first-ever tea house based on the international SMILEY IP has opened in Beijing Chaoyang Joy City. The new SMILEY tea house is operated by the popular Chinese food and catering franchise, the Chanyo Cater Group. The Chanyo Cater Group currently operates more than 6,000 restaurants. The company has developed a tea menu based on original leaf … [Read more...] about Chanyo Launches the first Smiley Brand Tea House in Beijing
Who’s News: Hasbro Hires Dan Rawson as Wizards of the Coast Executive
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterHasbro, Inc. has appointed Dan Rawson as Senior Vice President of Dungeons & Dragons for Wizards of the Coast in a newly created role.A division of Hasbro, Wizards of the Coast specializes in publishing popular role-playing games, collectible card games, video games, and more.Formerly the COO of Microsoft Dynamics 365, Mr. Rawson brings … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Hasbro Hires Dan Rawson as Wizards of the Coast Executive
The NHL and Kool Karz Playground Partner on Zamboni Ride-On Toy
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterThe NHL and The Zamboni Company have partnered with Kool Karz Playground to launch the world’s first electric Zamboni ride-on toy. After many years in development, the co-branded Kool Karz NHL Zamboni Ride-On Toy has been officially released in time for the 2022-23 NHL season. “This product has been decades in the making,” said Paula Coony, Brand … [Read more...] about The NHL and Kool Karz Playground Partner on Zamboni Ride-On Toy
Crunchyroll Celebrates Spooky Anime Available for Licensing
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterThe anime streaming service, Crunchyroll is spotlighting several horror anime series for licensing opportunities this Halloween. “Halloween may come once a year, but anime’s most spine-tingling stories are available for our licensing partners year-round,” said Anna Songco Adamian, Vice President of Consumer Products at Crunchyroll. “The … [Read more...] about Crunchyroll Celebrates Spooky Anime Available for Licensing
WBCP and DC’s Black Adam Smashes into Licensing
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterWarner Bros. Consumer Products and DC are releasing several collections of licensed products inspired by Warner Bros. Pictures’ upcoming film Black Adam. Warner Bros. Consumer Products and DC will be joining forces with premier toy, apparel, home goods and food partners for the comprehensive program of Black Adam-themed merchandise.The licensed … [Read more...] about WBCP and DC’s Black Adam Smashes into Licensing
Renegade in Talks for Games Deal With Hasbro
Renegade Game Studios says it is in talks to become the new home of some classic Hasbro games. Renegade announced negotiations are ongoing to expand their licensing relationship with Hasbro, a global branded entertainment company, to include best-selling games Axis & Allies, Diplomacy, Squad Leader, and Robo Rally. The studio is already a key licensee for Hasbro. Renegade … [Read more...] about Renegade in Talks for Games Deal With Hasbro