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Content warning: This article contains content involving sexual assault, abuse, rape, grooming, sadomasochism, corporal punishment and child endangerment. Reader discretion is strongly advised. on Monday, New York magazine pop culture website vulture publish no safe worda detailed report on the author’s sexual misconduct allegations Neil Gaiman. A lengthy read, by Lila Shapirobased on interviews with four (out of five) women whose allegations of sexual assault and abuse have been previously reported in the British media Turtle Media last summer, and the podcast Am I Broken: Survivor Stories”There are four other people whose stories have elements in common with theirs,” said…
The Toys and Games International Awards for Excellence (TAGIE), presented by People of Play, will air on January 18 in a one-hour special on CBS. TAGIE celebrates and honors the inventors, designers and innovators behind the world’s most popular toys and games. The awards ceremony was held on November 8 in Chicago. “Today’s consumers want to feel connected to the products they buy,” said Mary Couzin, senior vice president of the Toy Association and founder of People of Play. “The people behind our popular toys are equally fascinating, making this special approach a powerful way to engage audiences of all…
As I compiled my five recommendations for this week’s comic book buying list for January 15th, I was struck by how many DC Comics releases were in the running. Eventually, I landed on new god and question as my two choices, but I could easily include at least two other calendars (those are unknown challenger and Green Lantern: Shattered Spectrum). I think this all speaks to publishers taking huge risks while also delving into the continuity of their shared universe. It’s working. But, of course, DC isn’t the only publisher putting out strong single issues this week, there are plenty…
Your little one will be sleeping like a dove in no time! Wait, how do you say this? The post Mo Willems’ character takes new pajamas collection to bed appeared first on The Toy Insider.
James Zane James Zahn, aka the “Father of Rock and Roll,” is editor-in-chief of The Toy Book, senior editor of Toy Insider and Pop Insider, and editor of The Toy Report, The Toy Book’s weekly industry newsletter. A pop culture and toy industry expert, Zahn has appeared as a panelist and guest at events such as Comic-Con International: San Diego (SDCC), Wizard World Chicago, and ASTRA Marketplace & Academy. Zahn has more than 30 years of experience in the entertainment, retail and publishing industries and is regularly invited to write for Forbes, Marketwatch, The Wall Street Journal, The New York…
1. Why did Diamond Comic Distributors decide to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy? The unexpected loss of certain exclusive publisher relationships, coupled with an overall contraction in consumer spending, rising inflation and loss of profits across key print product lines, contributed to the decision. After exploring all available options, Diamond determined that filing for Chapter 11 was the best course of action to reorganize its operations and ensure the most favorable outcome for all stakeholders. 2. What factors in the industry contributed to this decision? In the wake of the pandemic, the entire comics industry has experienced reduced consumer activity…
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Web3 MMORPG RavenQuest will launch a fully functional mobile version on January 16th.The Android version promises a complete gaming experience for mobile users, including cross-platform gaming features and progress synchronization between devices. This ensures players have access to the same missions, battles and features as the PC version.The developers optimized the mobile client for smaller screens while retaining core game elements to provide a consistent experience. Pre-launch stress testing is also planned to allow selected players to try out the mobile version early and provide feedback. Source: RavenQuestWhat is RavenQuest?RavenQuest is a top-down pixel-based MMORPG that builds on the success…
According to the Exhibition and Event Workforce Development Alliance (EE-WDF), the events industry generates more than $1 trillion in revenue annually and supports 5.9 million jobs in hospitality, tourism, technology and other related fields. However, the events industry is not included in the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), and a group of event planners is trying to change that. NAICS codes are updated every five years, and the deadline is coming soon. If the opportunity for revision is lost, the next revision will be in 2030. why this is important NAICS was developed as a standard by which federal…
Petting Zoo has released a new series. Made from eco-friendly materials and sustainable, wearable plush cuddly animals are the focus of new products for children and are available from specialist retailers. The new collection includes plush backpacks and wallets in patterns including popular animals such as cheetah, highland cattle, salamander and the mysterious Bigfoot. “We wanted to create something that kids would love and parents would appreciate,” said creative director Catherine Pluchino. “With rich textures and a delightful design, these wallets are both cute and functional, making them an easy choice for retailers looking for a great product.” Source: Petting…