By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Penguin Random House (PRH) has signed new agreements with Disney Publishing to create and distribute licensed content for its portfolio of entertainment IP. “At Disney, we are storytellers at heart, with characters that appeal to every age and stage of life," said Disney Publishing SVP, Tonya Agurto. "These agreements with PRH will enable us … [Read more...] about Penguin Random House Expands Disney Publishing Partnership
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Penguin Ventures Names WildBrain CPLG as Peter Rabbit’s North American Representative
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Penguin Ventures has appointed WildBrain CPLG as The World of Peter Rabbit's North American licensing representative. Under the terms of the agreement, WildBrain CPLG will manage the rights to the literary franchise's licensing program across merchandise, promotions, digital media and live experiences. Launching ahead of two … [Read more...] about Penguin Ventures Names WildBrain CPLG as Peter Rabbit’s North American Representative
Penguin Random House Announces Publishing Program for Wednesday Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Penguin Random House and Amazon MGM Studios are launching an extensive publishing program based on the Wednesday TV series. Penguin Random House LLC is a global publishing company that provides products across numerous publishing formats including board books, novels, activity books, non-fiction, picture books and more. Launching in summer and … [Read more...] about Penguin Random House Announces Publishing Program for Wednesday Series
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
Penguin Random House Lands Netflix Deal For Redwall
Publishing giant Penguin Random House has inked a potentially lucrative deal with Netflix for the rights to all 23 books in the popular Redwall series, by author Brian Jaques. The world's dominant streamer is now planning an animated feature film and TV series based on the animal adventure franchise, which is aimed at a middle school children's audience. The Redwall series … [Read more...] about Penguin Random House Lands Netflix Deal For Redwall
Who’s News: July 2019
Are you hiring—or being promoted, changing jobs, retiring, launching a new company, or otherwise changing your employment? Contact the Editor at karina@plainlanguagemedia.com to announce the news in our next issue of Who's News. Direct contact information is made available through TLL's Licensing Sourcebook Online. Viacom Intl. Media Networks Americas appoints Christian … [Read more...] about Who’s News: July 2019
Experiential & Partnerships Roundup: Worldwide
Contact the editor at karina@plainlanguagemedia.com Crayola and Bulu Inc. launch new Create It Yourself (CIY) monthly subscription boxes, based in part on its YouTube series. Each branded box contains supplies for two premium craft projects, including a how-to guide, a bonus crafting challenge, and unique surprises, gifts, and coupons. Penguin Ventures collaborates with Le … [Read more...] about Experiential & Partnerships Roundup: Worldwide
Who’s News—March 2019
Are you hiring—or being promoted, changing jobs, retiring, launching a new company, or otherwise changing your employment? Contact the Editor at karina@plainlanguagemedia.com to announce the news in our next issue of Who's News. 3/18/2019 Toysmith appoints Michael Keaton to the role of CEO. Keaton currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Toy Association in the U.S. … [Read more...] about Who’s News—March 2019
Who’s News—January 2019
Are you hiring—or being promoted, changing jobs, retiring, launching a new company, or otherwise changing your employment? Contact the Editor at karina@plainlanguagemedia.com to announce the news in our next issue of Who's News. 1/14/2019 Margie Cohn, currently President of DreamWorks Animation Television, takes on the additional role of President of DreamWorks Animation. Cohn … [Read more...] about Who’s News—January 2019
Who’s News—September 2018
Are you hiring—or being promoted, changing jobs, retiring, launching a new company, or otherwise changing your employment? Contact the Editor at karina@plainlanguagemedia.com to announce the news in our next issue of Who's News. 9/17/2018 Pam Lifford is promoted to President of Warner Bros. Global Brands & Experiences (WBGBE), with responsibility for Warner Bros. Consumer … [Read more...] about Who’s News—September 2018