Kindle Worlds Expands – Amazon Publishing Announces New Licensing Agreements with Hasbro, Inc. and Warner Bros. Television Group's Alloy Entertainment
Hasbro's Legendary G.I. JOE brand and Warner Bros. fan favorite TV shows Veronica Mars and Ravenswood to launch in the next few months
Additional launches include Worlds from best-selling authors Marcus Sakey, Theresa Ragan, and Valiant Entertainment
SEATTLE -- February 5, 2014 -- (AMZN) - Today, Amazon Publishing announced that Kindle Worlds has reached licensing agreements to open up seven new Worlds, including Worlds based on Hasbro's iconic G.I. JOE brand, and Warner Bros. TV shows Veronica Mars and Pretty Little Liars' spinoff Ravenswood. Writers can now choose from more than 20 Worlds to write and sell their own original fiction inspired by popular characters and storylines. These Worlds will open for writers to start publishing stories in the next few months.
February 4, 2014 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:
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S.H. MONSTERARTS ALIEN BIG CHAP
The original Alien from the movie of the same name is the next release in the S.H. MonsterArts line. It has been specifically developed to be able to assume the poses of the original creature and has 18 individually-jointed tail segments with a die-cast metal tip. In addition, it has a translucent head carapace, alternate hands and a special display stand, and is listed at $53.99.
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HALO MASTER CHIEF 18" ACTION FIGURE
NECA's latest 18" scale entry is John-117, Master Chief from the Halo franchise. The figure is made from the original digital model and comes with game-accurate accessories. We have it listed at $99.99, saving you $20 off of the MSRP.
February 2014 - Monogram International is releasing two new banks!
Joker PVC Bust Bank
The highly intelligent, master criminal Joker is coming your way in the form of a bust bank! This vibrantly colored bank will surely be a popular collector's item and a favorite amongst supervillain fans for years to come. This bank stands 8" tall and is made of sturdy, but lightweight PVC plastic.
- Finely detailed sculpt.
- Great gift at a great price for Joker and Batman fans!
- Looks fantastic on display.
- Slot for coins in back.
- Item #45202
- Available April 2014
Harley Quinn PVC Bust Bank
As the accomplice and girlfriend to the Joker, Harley Quinn is growing in popularity by the day! Be the first of your friends to get this brand new Harley Quinn PVC Bust Bank by Monogram! This bust bank is brightly colored and highly detailed. It will be sure to attract attention in your display case or on your desk!
- A favorite female villain.
Regal Entertainment Group Announces Limited Edition LEGO® Minifigure Giveaway to Celebrate the Opening of "THE LEGO® MOVIE"
"Pyjamas Emmet" exclusively available to Regal Crown Club members
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- January 30, 2014 -- Regal Entertainment Group (RGC), a leading motion picture exhibitor owning and operating the largest theatre circuit in the United States, today announces that beginning February 7, all RealD 3D Regal locations playing "THE LEGO® MOVIE" will give away a Limited Edition LEGO Minifigure to Regal Crown Club members. The "Pyjamas Emmet" giveaway will be available to 3D moviegoers while supplies last.
Cartoon Network and The LEGO Group Mix It Up Globally with MIXELS
Mixels.Com Makes U.S. Debut on February 6
ATLANTA, Jan. 27, 2014 -- Mixels is a groundbreaking global franchise created by the powerhouse partnership of two of the biggest forces in kids' entertainment – Cartoon Network and The LEGO Group – and will make its US debut on multiple screens and platforms this February. A true multiplatform brand, Mixels.com arrives on the web first on February 6, followed by animated shorts on Cartoon Network starting February 12 during the Teen Titans Go! half hour (7:30-8:00pET). Soon after, kids will be able to "mix, max and murp" with their own LEGO® Mixels collectible building sets and download the Calling All Mixels app.
LEGO® Education Collaborates with Award-Winning Author Mo Willems to Bring the Pigeon Series to Life
Willems' popular Pigeon series of books will be the source of inspiration using LEGO Education StoryStarter to encourage creativity among educators and students in reading and writing
News Highlights:
February 2014 - Jesse has sent word of his new series on YouTube:
TOY PIZZA IS GO!
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K'NEX® Introduces Over 25 New Products at New York Toy Fair!
2014 Product Line Includes Launch of 2 New Brands
Hatfield, Pa. (February, 2014) – K'NEX, the US construction toy company focused on Building Worlds Kids Love®, will be introducing its 2014 product line to retailers and media during American International Toy Fair®, being held February 16th through the 19th in New York City at the Javits Center.
The 2014 K'NEX product line includes over 25 inspiring additions to popular product lines such as, K'NEX Building Sets, K'NEX Thrill Rides, K'NEX Education™, Super Mario®, Mario Kart®, Lincoln Logs®, Tinkertoy®, Angry Birds™, PAC-MAN® and the Ghostly Adventures, and Family Guy™. New York Toy Fair will also mark the public debut of two exciting new product lines; Titanfall™ and Plants vs. Zombies™ Building Sets.
Pretty Ugly LLC™ Grants License to Fetch...for Pets!™ Products
Green Brook, NJ, January 29, 2014 - Pretty Ugly™, LLC owner of the UGLYDOLL® brand, is pleased to announce their recent partnership with Fetch...for pets!, a leading manufacturer of pet products in North America.
Soon pet-loving fans can treat their favorite canine or feline to a unique selection of Uglydoll products. "We are thrilled to work with Fetch...for pets! on a wide range of pet toys and accessories. After years of our fan's pets chewing on our Uglydoll toys, it's time to give them their own coveted collection," said Alita Friedman, Chief Brand Officer.
"Fetch...for pets! is excited to team up with such a fun brand and bring Uglydoll products to the pet world," said Steven Shweky, Top Dog at Fetch... for Pets!.
Fetch...for Pets!