If Passed, Law Would Impact All Licensors, Limiting Copyrights to 56 Years By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Senator Josh Hawley is introducing legislation targeting Disney that would have a devastating impact on the US licensing industry. The move comes as Hawley and other GOP leaders retaliate against The Walt Disney Company for its stated opposition to the so-called "Don't … [Read more...] about Licensing Law Shocker: Hawley Targets Disney With Bill To Limit Copyright Protection
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Literary Licensing: EA Games Developing Lord of the Rings For Mobile
Electronic Arts has partnered with Middle-earth Enterprises on the development of a new free-to-play mobile game. Middle-earth Enterprises, a division of The Saul Zaentz Company, owns exclusive worldwide rights to motion picture, merchandising, stage and other rights in certain literary works of J.R.R. Tolkien, including The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. “We are incredibly … [Read more...] about Literary Licensing: EA Games Developing Lord of the Rings For Mobile
TOMY Named Master Toy Partner For Little SPOT Book Series
The pre-school toy leader TOMY has been named as the Master Toy Partner for the chart-topping A Little SPOT book series. The deal was secured by Surge Licensing, an entertainment IP development company that grows brands into multi-platformed entertainment and product licensing programs. The series A Little SPOT was written by Diane Alber, and is considered a market … [Read more...] about TOMY Named Master Toy Partner For Little SPOT Book Series
Ninja Life Hacks Launches Emotional Learning Products at Walmart for Mental Health Month
Ninja Life Hacks has announced the launch of licensed learning products at Walmart featuring their superhero characters such as Positive Ninja and Angry Ninja. Walmart will promote the products as its focus May, National Mental Health Awareness Month. The company will also support the effort with free downloadable print resources. Ninja Life Hacks is a breakout children’s … [Read more...] about Ninja Life Hacks Launches Emotional Learning Products at Walmart for Mental Health Month
Literary Licensing: Sesame Workshop Expands Into Book-Based Productions
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop will be expanding its animation slate with book-based licensed properties, starting with E.B. White’s classic novel Charlotte’s Web. The upcoming projects are part of a major and ongoing change for the company, which historically has created content primarily based on its own characters and IP. Partnering with WarnerMedia … [Read more...] about Literary Licensing: Sesame Workshop Expands Into Book-Based Productions
World Book Developing Historical Board Games With Ion Game Design
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter World Book, Inc. has formed a licensing partnership with Ion Game Design to develop and market a line of board games under the World Book brand. The licensed history-themed board games will include: Vendel to Viking - A strategy game set in the Vendel era, the period that led to and served as a foundation for Nordic culture. This game is a … [Read more...] about World Book Developing Historical Board Games With Ion Game Design
Literary Licensing: Netflix To Air Five New Series Based on Dr. Seuss
Netflix is following the success of its 2019 Green Eggs and Ham series by launching five new Dr. Seuss series and specials. Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Netflix announced they will work together to bring the wild world of the classic kids writer to the screen. The projects include series or specials inspired by Horton Hears a Who!, The Sneetches, One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, … [Read more...] about Literary Licensing: Netflix To Air Five New Series Based on Dr. Seuss
Book Licensing: Little Prince Expands Licensing Program
The classic children's novel The Little Prince and LMI have partnered to expand its licensing program to the UK and Eire. The novel is also being turned into a new pre-school children's series with 52 episodes now in development. The agreement was inked between LMI and POMASE, which owns the rights to the book and its characters. “We are delighted to be working with POMASE on … [Read more...] about Book Licensing: Little Prince Expands Licensing Program
Book Licensing: Miffy Inspires Apparel Collection From Hanna Andersson
The premium children’s clothing brand Hanna Andersson has launched an exclusive capsule collection based on the bestselling Miffy books. Inspired by the globally-recognized, classic character Miffy, and available in bright, multi-color patterns and prints, designers say the collection celebrates childhood adventures, employing iconic Hanna Andersson silhouettes and animated … [Read more...] about Book Licensing: Miffy Inspires Apparel Collection From Hanna Andersson
Literary Licensing: Seven New Licensees For Percy The Park Keeper
Brand licensing specialist The Point.1888 has secured seven new licensees for heritage publishing brand Percy The Park Keeper. Created by Nick Butterworth, the popular British publishing property has expanded its licensing program due to the continued popularity of the brand among families. Nick worked for various major graphic design companies before becoming a full-time … [Read more...] about Literary Licensing: Seven New Licensees For Percy The Park Keeper