By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The country of Taiwan is actively working to increase its role in the global licensing industry, including its first-ever showing at the Bologna Licensing Trade Fair/Kids (BLTF/K). As the Bologna Children’s Book Fair (BCBF) continues to evolve into a cross-sector rights hub, Taiwan is leveraging the event to introduce its own various … [Read more...] about Taiwan Expands Global Licensing Presence at Bologna Children’s Book Fair
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Miraculous Corp Expands Its Global Publishing Partnerships
TLL Staff Miraculous Corp, the joint venture between Mediawan and ZAG, has announced an expansion of its global publishing footprint with new partnerships and book launches ahead of the Bologna Children's Book Fair. Miraculous says these agreements reinforce the company and its brands as a leading force in children's entertainment, with a lineup of new titles set to … [Read more...] about Miraculous Corp Expands Its Global Publishing Partnerships
Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Bolsters Licensing Leadership with Strategic Promotions
TLL Staff Dr. Seuss Enterprises has announced the promotions of Jimeka Broussard to Director of Licensing, North America and Jenna Marson to Director of Licensing, International Markets. The company says these leadership appointments reflect the company’s commitment to accelerating its licensing efforts both domestically and internationally as it seeks to expand its … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Bolsters Licensing Leadership with Strategic Promotions
Anh Do’s ‘Wolf Girl’ Licensed for Film Adaptation by Rose Byrne
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dollhouse Pictures and Foundation Media have launched a partnership to produce a licensed film adaptation of Anh Do's bestselling novel series Wolf Girl. “The Wolf Girl book series has brought joy to millions of children around the world,” said Anh Do. "This film adaptation will bring happiness to millions more. I’m absolutely … [Read more...] about Anh Do’s ‘Wolf Girl’ Licensed for Film Adaptation by Rose Byrne
Beloved Book Series Dynowish to Become Animated TV Show
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The popular Italian children's book series Dynowish, by Paola Miriam Visconti, will be produced as a new animated TV show. The series is being produced as a partnership with UAE-based producer and distributor TwelveP Animation, along with Emmy award-winning content creator Josh Selig. The upcoming animated series, targeting kids aged 8–12, … [Read more...] about Beloved Book Series Dynowish to Become Animated TV Show
CAA to Rep Dr. Seuss In A Box, With A Fox, in Latin America
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief CAA Brand Management has signed a multi-year agreement to serve as the licensing agency for Dr. Seuss Enterprises in Latin America. The news from Dr. Seuss Enterprises CEO Susan Brandt and CAA president Noah Gelbart was so exciting the spirit of Dr. Seuss weighed in personally with this statement: "In the land of Seuss, where the stories … [Read more...] about CAA to Rep Dr. Seuss In A Box, With A Fox, in Latin America
Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Beefs Up Its Corporate Legal Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dr. Seuss Enterprises has promoted Nicole Gates to Vice President, Legal, and hired Mike Lancaster as Corporate Counsel. “I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Nicole for over five years now, and I cannot overstate what an incredible asset she is to Dr. Seuss Enterprises’ executive team as well as to the company as a whole," said … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Dr. Seuss Beefs Up Its Corporate Legal Team
Scholastic Fuels Media Expansion With Acquisition of 9 Story
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The publisher Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL) has signed a definitive agreement for a major strategic investment in 9 Story Media Group. The $186 million investment will see Scholastic acquire 100% of the economic interest in and a minority of voting rights in 9 Story, a successful Canadian animation studio. Scholastic is a leading global … [Read more...] about Scholastic Fuels Media Expansion With Acquisition of 9 Story
Penguin Ventures Wins Rights to CP Program For ‘Who’s In Your Book’ Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Penguin Ventures has bagged the global rights to create a consumer products program for Tom Fletcher’s bestselling Puffin picture book series, ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ Fletcher is a number-one bestseller and one of the UK’s most popular children’s authors. His debut middle-grade novel, ‘The Christmasaurus,’ was the biggest of 2016 and was … [Read more...] about Penguin Ventures Wins Rights to CP Program For ‘Who’s In Your Book’ Series
‘Arthur’ Creator Marc Brown Hops Into New Kids Series With CBC
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Epic Story Media (ESM) and CBC Kids have confirmed a licensing agreement for the new preschool comedy series Hop. Created by Marc Brown, the Hop animated series follows group of friends that is led by an enthusiastic frog named Hop who has one leg that is shorter than the other. ESM has engaged the non-profit organization RespectAbility as … [Read more...] about ‘Arthur’ Creator Marc Brown Hops Into New Kids Series With CBC