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Celebrating Excellence in Concept Design Headline News

‘Creating Worlds: The Disney and 20th Century Studios Cinematic Art of Dylan Cole’ Released

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 11:30am

The Oscar-nominated co-production designer of ‘Avatar: The Way of Water,’ who oversees design on the ‘Avatar’ franchise, shares his incredible artwork, including concept sketches, posters, and matte paintings, from a 20-year career.

Iconic Books Headline News

Kodansha USA Releases ‘Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window’ Sequel

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 9:42am

English translation of the long-awaited follow-up of Tetsuko Kuroyanagi’s 1981 bestselling memoir that sold over 26 million copies is now available; book signings in New York begin November 22.

We Love Ink on Paper! Headline News

LAIKA, Rizzoli Universe Partner on 5-Book Deal

In honor of the studio’s 20th anniversary, the multi-title collaboration will feature original art and photography, never-before-seen archival material, and behind-the-scenes secrets across all of the stop-motion studio’s films.

It’s Wicked Cool! Headline News

Universal Drops ‘Wicked: For Good – Epic Conclusion’ Featurette

By Dan Sarto | Friday, October 31, 2025 at 1:05pm

Join director Jon M. Chu and stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as they go behind the scenes to walk audiences through stages, sets, stunts and wardrobes from the… yes, the epic conclusion of the 2-part musical fantasy adventure; hits theaters November 21.

A Bad Omen Bunny Follows Her Heartsong Headline News

Oscar-Winning ‘Piper’ Director Alan Barillaro Releases ‘Bunns Rabbit’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 11:07am

The highly illustrated ‘graphic-ish’ novel for young readers tells the story of a rabbit born with small ears who braves staring neighbors and disapproving elders to explore the wonderful world outside the warren; see the author at LightBox Expo on October 25.

Spanning the Globe to Bring You the Variety of Animation Headline News

‘The Animation Atlas’ Now Available

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 9:44am

The ‘Ghibliotheque’ guide to animated film spans 30 chapters, each focusing on a different country’s local talent and global impact, with more than 150 images and illustrations from a wide selection of top movies.

We Want More Snoopy Headline News

Exclusive: Essay and Strip from ‘The Essential Peanuts’ Deluxe Coffee Table Book

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 4:39pm

AWN shares the March 14, 1969 moon landing strip, along with former Shuttle astronaut Mike Massimino’s piece about bringing his stuffed Snoopy into space, from the new book that celebrates Charles M. Schulz’s iconic comics’ 75th anniversary.

It’s Wicked Cool! Headline News

Universal Drops ‘Wicked: For Good’ Final Official Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 7:21am

Elphaba, now living in exile and known as the Wicked Witch of the West, continues her fight for the freedom of Oz’s animals, and her friendship with Glinda, in the epic conclusion of Jon M. Chu’s 2-part musical fantasy adventure; hits theaters this November.

A True Master Headline News

Oscar Winner Richard Williams’ Memoir ‘Adventures in Animation’ Now Available

The new book, written with his wife and collaborator Imogen Sutton, dives into the life and career of the legendary and beloved ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’ animation director.

Zen for Kids ANIMATIONWorld

‘Stillwater’ Season 4: Mindfulness Fit For All Ages

Proving you can capture kids’ and adults’ attention without fast-paced and distracting animation, new episodes of the Apple TV+ Emmy and Peabody Award-winning series, based on the ‘Zen’ books by Jon J Muth about a wise panda who teaches 3 siblings about the world and each other, are now streaming.

Learn from an Expert Headline News

Bill Kroyer – Animation Educators Forum Event Set

By Dan Sarto | Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11:21am

The free Zoom talk, the 8th salon for ASIFA-Hollywood’s AEF, featuring the Oscar-nominated director, Chapman University Professor Emeritus, and author of ‘Mr. In-Between: My Life in the Middle of the Animation Revolution,’ will be held August 10 at 11 am PST.

People Headline News

Sycamore Studios Taps Ken Daurio to Pen ‘Zita the Spacegirl’ Feature Adaptation

The animated film follows a girl propelled into a cosmic adventure after her best friend is abducted by aliens; Marvel vet Jeremy Latcham executive produces.

It’s Wicked Cool! Headline News

Universal Drops ‘Wicked: For Good’ Official Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:37am

They’re coming for Elphaba, now known as the Wicked Witch of the West, in the epic conclusion of Jon M. Chu’s 2-part musical fantasy adventure that tells the untold story of the witches of Oz, Elphaba and Glinda; hits theaters this November.

The Stories I Could Tell… ANIMATIONWorld

Nancy Denney-Phelps Talks Food, Fine Wine, and Friends ‘On The Animation Trail’

The animation historian, journalist, and festival stalwart talks about her new book that chronicles almost 25 years of unique and colorful adventures, alongside her husband, musician Nik Phelps, crisscrossing the globe on their way to the next industry gathering.

We Want More Adventure Time Headline News

Oni Press Drops ‘Adventure Time #2’ Comic First Look

We continue our journey through the land of Ooo with the next chapter of the ‘Best of Buds’ story arc from cartoonist and animator Nick Winn (‘Bloody Mary’) and artist Asia Simone (‘Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Wreck and Roll’); issue hits shelves May 7.

Pioneers in Computer Animation ANIMATIONWorld

Bill Kroyer Talks His New Book, ‘Mr. InBetween: My Life in the Middle of the Animation Revolution’

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 24, 2025 at 12:28pm

From his early, revolutionary work at Disney on ‘Tron’ to his Oscar-nominated short, ‘Technological Threat’ and Coca Cola ‘Polar Bear’ commercials, the long-time industry veteran was front and center at the nexus of revolutionary change from hand-drawn to computer animation.

A Muthr of an Art Book Headline News

Exclusive: ‘WondLa: The Art & Making of the Limited Series’ Announced

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 9:48am

See just released preview pages from Titan Books’ new official companion guide to Skydance Animation and Apple TV+’s animated series about a teenager, Eva, being raised alone by a robot caretaker, Muthr, forced to leave her underground sanctuary after an alien attack.

We Want More Adventure Time Headline News

Exclusive: See Preview Pages of ‘Adventure Time Compendium Vol. 2’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 7, 2025 at 10:56am

Oni Press is releasing a 576-page collection of issues #36-61 from author Christopher Hastings, with contributions from artists Zachary Sterling, Phil Murphy, and Ian McGinty, on March 25.

Business Headline News

Tokyopop Licenses Official ‘Alien Stage Art Book’

Set for publication in 2026, the English language art book based on the sci-fi animated web series dives into the project’s settings, characters, relationships, behind-the-scenes stories, and a wide range of illustrations.

We Want More Adventure Time Headline News

Oni Press Drops ‘Adventure Time #1’ Comic First Look

Return to the land of Ooo with the ongoing series of adventures created by the likes of Nick Winn (‘Bloody Mary’), Caroline Cash (‘PeePee PooPoo’), and Asia Simone (‘Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Wreck and Roll’), when the debut issue hits shelves April 9.

Look Under the Hood of Ultraman: Rising Headline News

Titan Books Releases ‘The Art And Making Of Ultraman: Rising’ Book

The official, comprehensive, lavishly illustrated coffee-table book by Drew Taylor features exclusive imagery and commentary from director Shannon Tindle and co-director John Aoshima.

A Deep Dive into An Animation Master Headline News

‘Michel Ocelot: A World of Animated Images’ Now Available

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 4:04pm

From author Laura Buono comes a unique book that examines the noted director’s career, from his earliest works to his latest research, productions, and role in contemporary animated cinema.

We Want More Adventure Time Headline News

New Monthly ‘Adventure Time’ Comics Launching in April

By Dan Sarto | Friday, January 10, 2025 at 9:52am

Return to the land of Ooo with the ongoing series of adventures featuring Finn, Jake, Marceline, and Princess Bubblegum created by the likes of Nick Winn (‘Bloody Mary’), 2024 Eisner Award winner Caroline Cash (‘PeePee PooPoo’), and Asia Simone (‘Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Wreck and Roll’).

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