By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterCorus Entertainment’s Waterside Studios has started production on a TV series based on the Geek Girl novel franchise by Holly Smales.Waterside Studios is a Corus-owned IP and production venture that specializes in scripted media content.“As Corus continues to build a content powerhouse, Geek Girl brings together Corus’ incredible collection of … [Read more...] about Corus Entertainment’s Waterside Studios Begins Production on Geek Girl TV Series
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Check Out the New Look for Insight Editions’ Branding
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Insight Editions has developed a new corporate identity system with assistance from the LA-based studio, Outfit Branding & Design. Insight Editions is a publishing company that creates, designs, and produces licensed products in partnership with global entertainment, gaming, and pop-culture brands. Insight Editions' newly-updated … [Read more...] about Check Out the New Look for Insight Editions’ Branding
Unicorn Academy: Spin Master Unveils Its Latest Entertainment and Toy Franchise
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master has announced a new multiplatform children's franchise called Unicorn Academy, which will debut with a Netflix-original animated series. Spin Master is a global children's entertainment company that specializes in creating toys, entertainment content, and digital games. With distribution in over 100 countries, Spin Master … [Read more...] about Unicorn Academy: Spin Master Unveils Its Latest Entertainment and Toy Franchise
Putting a ‘Spotlight’ on Licensing Opportunities for Anboran Fantasy Series
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Spotlight Licensing has been appointed to help expand the licensing opportunities for the fairytale book series Anboran, which features people of color. The book series is the kind of success story all writers dream of, as author Ronnie Anderson Jr. self-published his initial anthology Five Amazing Fairytales. Since then, Anderson … [Read more...] about Putting a ‘Spotlight’ on Licensing Opportunities for Anboran Fantasy Series
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
Dark Horse Publishes Book Based on Art of The Cuphead Show!
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dark Horse Comics has partnered with King Features Syndicate on the release of The Art of The Cuphead Show! hardcover volume. The Art of The Cuphead Show! will feature descriptions of the development and production of the animated Netflix series from the shows producers, writers, graphic artists, and more. The book will also include newly … [Read more...] about Dark Horse Publishes Book Based on Art of The Cuphead Show!
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
Who’s News: Former Eaglemoss Creatives Join Insight Editions
Best-selling publisher Insight Editions is boosting its collectibles game with the launch of Insight Workshop. Insight Editions already works in the space. Through its licensed publishing program, Insight Editions produces unique books and products that provide meaningful ways to engage with characters and stories. Insight Editions' award-winning art and photography titles … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Former Eaglemoss Creatives Join Insight Editions
Book Licensing: New Snacks For a Very Hungry Caterpillar
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Ella's Kitchen in the UK just landed its first ever licensing deal, and it's a doozy. With the help of agency Rocket Licensing, Ella's Kitchen Brands will create a range of kids' snacks based on Eric Carle’s classic literary tale, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The new product line is set to launch this autumn. Ella’s Kitchen is planning … [Read more...] about Book Licensing: New Snacks For a Very Hungry Caterpillar
Wildbrain Turns Tom Gates Books Into Successful TV Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain has signed multiple international sales agreements for the children's entertainment series, The Brilliant World of Tom Gates. The Brilliant World of Tom Gates is a TV series based on the bestselling Tom Gates book series by Liz Pichon. The popular book series was written and illustrated by Pichon and published by Scholastic. The … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Turns Tom Gates Books Into Successful TV Series