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The license covers tie-in publishing rights for Aardman’s upcoming CBBC show Shaun the Sheep and for Wallace and Gromit. Egmont will be launching a range of titles in 2007, with more titles planned for 2008 and 2009. Sean Clarke, Head of Marketing and Licensing at Aardman says “Egmont has vast experience in creating innovative book ranges to complement brand new TV shows and classic evergreen properties alike and we are delighted to be working with them on two of our treasured properties.” David Riley, Director of Egmont Publishing adds: “We are so proud to be working with Aardman on both Shaun the Sheep and Wallace and Gromit. These are truly wonderful properties that fit perfectly with our portfolio of classic characters. Look out for some fantastic books!” Shaun the Sheep will make its debut in the UK in 2007 on CBBC. Peace in the valley turns into mayhem in the meadow as Shaun leads his flock into all sorts of scrapes and scraps, running rings around sheepdog Bitzer when the Farmer’s back is turned. Aimed primarily at children aged 4-8 years old, the 40 x 7-minute series has already been picked up by co-producer WDR in Germany and has pre-sold to ABC Australia, TVNZ New Zealand, SVT Sweden, DRTV Denmark, NRK Norway,YLE Finland and RTBF in Belgium. FREMANTLEMEDIA HIRES UNIVERSAL EXEC TO JOIN AWARD-WINNING DVD TEAM FremantleMedia Enterprises FME the commercial arm of FremantleMedia, has announced the appointment of Chris Hendrie in the newly created role of Head of Acquisitions, DVD and Home Entertainment. Hendrie has been brought in to acquire content specifically for Fremantle Home Entertainment FHE , the award-winning arm of FME, with his appointment bolstering the label’s recent drive to strengthen its portfolio. He will focus on a wide range of genres, such as film, live and scripted comedy,TV, drama and factual, and will work with producers, rights holders and talent management agents. Hendrie will be based in London, jointly reporting to Pete Kalhan Senior Vice President Home Entertainment and Archive Sales and Mark Gray,Vice President Co-Production and Acquisitions, who is responsible for acquiring TV content. Mark Gray commented: “We are delighted to have Chris on board. With his tremendous experience and industry knowledge, Chris will be a great asset to the team and really help strengthen our position as one of the leading global content distributors”. Hendrie joins FremantleMedia from Universal Pictures where he was responsible for the acquisition of UK programming in several genres including: stand up comedy, TV series, interactive DVDs, sport, music, kids and fitness. CARTOON NETWORK’S BEN 10 EXTENDS INTO ALL NEW PRODUCT CATEGORIES As Ben Tennyson enjoys summer adventures with his cousin Gwen and Uncle Max on Cartoon Network’s original action-adventure series, Ben 10, Spring and Summer collections are being planned for the brand, which is expanding into several new categories for 2007. Cartoon Network Enterprises CNE , the network’s global merchandising arm, has signed new softlines deals with Jay Franco and Sons, Inc., Accessory Innovations and AME American Marketing Enterprises, Inc. , that will bring a full line of bed, bath and beach items, accessories, sleepwear and more to market in 2007. These new partnerships for Ben 10 follow earlier announcements for the franchise in children’s footwear and clothing with SG Footwear and ODM. The series also has a successful toy line on shelf from Bandai America, Inc. that includes transforming toys, role-play, action figures and playsets. “Ben 10 is gaining momentum in the marketplace,” said Christina Miller, US VP of Consumer Products. “We look forward to bringing the appeal of the show to market in more key categories through these new partnerships with Jay Franco, Accessory Innovations and AME.” Jay Franco, a manufacturer of licensed home furnishing, will create a full line of product based on the show including beach towels, bedding, 3D character pillows, and sleeping bags, as well as bath accessories including shower curtains, toothbrush holders and wastebaskets. AME, a manufacturer of children’s sleepwear for juniors and teens will develop pyjamas, lounge pants and robes based on the show. 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