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Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW), formerly known as The Disney Publishing Group and Buena Vista Publishing Group, is the publishing subsidiary of Disney Experiences, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company.[1] Its imprints include Disney Editions, Disney Press, Kingswell,[2] Freeform, and Hyperion Books for Children.[3] It has creative centers in Glendale, California, and Milan, Italy.

Key Information

History

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In 1990, Disney Consumer Products discontinued its license for Topolino, an Italian Mickey Mouse magazine. This led Michael Lynton, the Disney Consumer Products business development director, to start up its own Magazine Group with the similarly outlaid Disney Adventures.[4] Through Walt Disney Publications, Inc., Disney Publishing launched Disney Comics in the United States.[5] That same year, Disney began publishing Disney Adventures. In 1991, Disney Publishing purchased Discover magazine from Family Media, placing it within its Magazine Group, and purchased the FamilyFun Magazine after its second issue from Jake Winebaum.[4][6]

Incorporated

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The Disney Publishing Group (DPG) was incorporated in January 1992,[7] and included the already formed Hyperion Books, Hyperion Books for Children, Disney Press, and its units.[8]

In 1994, DPG launched the Mouse Works and Fun Works divisions in February and November, respectively, to publish interactive children's books.[9] By April, the Magazine Group agreed with Ziff-Davis Publishing Company to a joint venture publication, Family PC, to be launched in September.[4] In June, Lynton left his position as senior vice president of DPG to become president of Disney's Hollywood Pictures.[10]

In March 1995, with the market too crowded with Disney books, DPG merged Hyperion Books for Children with the Disney Press units.[8] In August, Disney Magazine Publishing was reorganized into three divisions, each headed by a vice president/group publisher: Disney Family Magazines, Disney Kids Magazines, and Disney Special Interest Magazines. Family Magazines and Special Interest Magazines were expected to acquire additional publications beyond their single titles, Family Fun and Discover respectively. Special Interest Magazines' publisher was assigned responsibility for the Discovery Channel TV show, Discover Magazine. Kids Magazines included the newly developed Big Time weekly newspaper supplement to have a Fall 1996 launch. Magazine President Jake Winebaum was transferred to head up Disney Online.[11] On May 11, 1998, Disney Publishing was renamed Buena Vista Publishing Group.[7]

Disney Publishing Worldwide

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In April 1999, Buena Vista Publishing Group changed its name to Disney Publishing Worldwide, Inc. (DPW) with Hyperion Books transferred to Disney's ABC Television Group.[12]

Disney Publishing launched its first original comic book, W.I.T.C.H., in 2001. It was successful, selling one million copies per month by August 2004, and was adapted into an animated series.[13] In mid-2001, DPW and Baby Einstein (which Disney acquired later that year) agreed to publish a baby book line to introduce fine art, foreign languages, poetry, and classical music.[14] Gemstone Publishing licensed the rights to publish Disney comics from DPW beginning in June 2003.[15] Following its collapse in June 2004, the CrossGen trademark and properties were purchased by DPW's educational publishing division that November for its reading aids, with additional publications based on CrossGen books.[16]

Wondertime magazine, November 2008

The Disney Consumer Products Disney Fairies franchise debuted in September 2005, when Disney Publishing unveiled the novel Fairy Dust and the Quest for the Egg paired with a virtual world.[17] The first book in the Kingdom Keepers series, based on Disney Parks and Disney Villains, was released on August 29, 2005.[18]

In 2005, Discover Magazine was sold to Bob Guccione Jr., and the Disney magazine was shut down. In February 2006, Wondertime magazine, which focused on mothers of children up to age six, was launched.[19] DPW licensed CrossGen to Checker Publishing Group to reprint the comic book series as trade paperback editions starting in February 2007.[20]

In February 2007, Disney merged its kids and family-focused television, online, radio, and publishing businesses' advertising sales and promotion teams into Disney Media Advertising Sales and Marketing Group, all of which were overseen by the presidents of Disney Channels Worldwide, Walt Disney Internet Group, and DPW.[21] DPW canceled Disney Adventure with its November 2007 issue.[22]

By 2009, Disney Publishing Worldwide was organized into three divisions: Global Book Group, Disney English, and Global Magazines with four revenue areas: Global Magazines, Global Books, U.S. Magazines, and Disney English.[citation needed] Disney Publishing launched Disney Digital Books on September 29 with five hundred books online.[23] In 2009, Disney Press released Fairest of All: A Tale of the Wicked Queen, the first of the Villains book series written by Serena Valentino.[24]

Disney Publishing Worldwide (India), a division of Walt Disney Company (India), announced a licensing agreement in April 2009 with local publisher Junior Diamond to publish Disney comic books, in both English and Hindi.[25] On December 8, 2010, DPW's India unit signed a multi-year contract with India Today Group to print and distribute Disney comics in India.[26]

With few books issued under the imprint, Marvel Worldwide and Disney Books Group relaunched the Marvel Press imprint in 2011 with the Marvel Origin Storybooks line.[27] In November DPW announced a new publication, FamilyFun Kids, a bi-monthly magazine with kids' crafts, games, puzzles, and recipes.[28] In January 2012, DPW agreed to sell Family Fun Magazine to the Meredith Corporation.[29]

By September 2012, the White Plains, New York office was closed with staff being moved to Glendale after less than 5 years after moving from New York City. Fifty sales and marketing staff moved to New York City to join editors that remained there.[30] In July 2012, Andrew Sugerman was promoted to EVP, Disney Publishing Worldwide, and the headquarters for the business was relocated to Glendale, CA to sit within Disney Consumer Products.

In January 2013, DPW launched the Never Girls book series, an extension of the Disney Fairies franchise, with publishing partner Random House.[17] With the June 2013 announcement of the Hyperion Books division sale, Hyperion's adult trade book list was sold to Hachette Book Group. Books related to existing Disney–ABC Television Group properties, young adult titles, and Disney-Hyperion imprint and titles were transferred to DPW.[31] By January 2014, the Kingswell name was selected as a placeholder imprint name for the Hyperion titles withheld from the Hyperion division sale; Kingwell Avenue was Disney's location before moving to Hyperion Avenue.[2]

In November 2013, Disney Publishing revived Disney Comics as an imprint in the US for sporadic publishing.[32] The imprint's first publication was the Space Mountain graphic novel, its first original graphic novel, released on May 7, 2014.[33]

Disney Publishing Worldwide transferred the Disney Fairies franchise's main publishing license to Little, Brown Books for Young Readers in January 2014 except for the Never Girls series.[17] DPW announced in April 2014 that Del Rey Books would publish a new line of canon Star Wars books under the Lucasfilm Story Group from September onward on a bi-monthly schedule[34] while previous, non-canon, Expanded Universe material would be reprinted under the Star Wars Legends banner.[35][36]

Disney Publishing has been a focus for Disney Consumer Products to launch new franchises. In May 2014, DPW released the first book in the Waterfire Saga mermaid book series, along with songs and music videos. Disney's first deal with Stan Lee's POW! Entertainment resulted in The Zodiac Legacy book series, with the first novel released in January 2015 through DPW.[37] The Never Girls chapter series reached the New York Times Best Sellers List - Children's Series on the week of August 10.[38] Disney Learning launched its Disney Imagicademy program on December 11.[39][40] At that time, DPW was organized into three main units: Core Publishing, Digital Publishing, and Disney Learning.[41] Between 2012 and 2015, Disney Publishing Worldwide's Digital Publishing group developed and distributed more than 100 top-ranked Apps across Apple iOS and Google Android making it one of the largest kids & family App publishers in the world.

Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media (DCPI) was formed in June 2015 as a merger of Disney Consumer Products and Disney Interactive with Disney Publishing Worldwide reporting to the co-chairs of DCPI.[1] DPW launched Star Darlings, its first franchise under DCPI, on September 15, 2015, with two books.[42]

In October 2015, Disney Publishing announced the launch of the Freeform imprint to coincide with the relaunch of ABC Family as Freeform. This imprint was to be headed up by editor-in-chief and associate publisher Emily Thomas Meehan and would focus on young-adult and teen crossover fiction and nonfiction working with Freeform channel partners to develop new intellectual property from both developing and bestselling authors. The first book from Freeform was Two Truths and a Lie, written by Melissa de la Cruz and Margaret Stohl, and was the first in a trilogy.[3]

Disney-Hyperion started a new imprint, Rick Riordan Presents, for middle-grade readers featuring mythology-based books by September 2016. Riordan would act in a curator-type role and his editor, Stephanie Owens Lurie, would be editorial director of the imprint. The imprint was planned to be launched with two books in 2018.[43] By April 2017, the imprint had acquired three titles for its 2018 launch with audio rights sold to Listening Library. Riordan Presents first book, Aru Shah and the End of Time, will be written by Roshani Chokshi to be published in April 2018 and will be the first in a quartet of novels. The other two, Yoon Ha Lee's Dragon Pearl Korean folklore novel and Jennifer Cervantes' Mayan-based Storm Runner novel, will be stand-alone novels released in September 2018.[44]

As part of The Walt Disney Company's March 2018 strategic reorganization, Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media was merged into the Walt Disney Parks segment and renamed Disney Experiences.[1] With the acquisition of 21st Century Fox by Disney in August 2019, National Geographic Partners publishing operations, NG Media, were transferred to Disney Publishing while ending Traveler magazine's US edition.[45]

With group publisher Mary Ann Naples exiting Hachette Books, in May Disney Publishing promoted two to take up Naples' duties. Lynn Waggoner continued as vice president and global publisher, of the franchise while adding Disney Press, Marvel Press, Lucasfilm Press, and Disney Editions imprints. Emily Thomas Meehan moved up from director, editor-in-chief, and associate publisher of the Disney Book Group to vice president and publisher of Hyperion, original content strategy and IP development.[46]

In February 2020, Hachette Book Group acquired 1,000 titles for young readers from Disney Book Group. These books will be re-released by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers.[47] In 2022, it was announced that Penguin Random House will take over the distribution of Disney Publishing Worldwide titles from 2023 onwards.[48]

On March 29, 2023, as a part of a corporate restructuring to fold Marvel Entertainment into The Walt Disney Company, Marvel Comics was placed under Disney Publishing Worldwide.[49][50]

On May 2, 2025, PRH expanded their licensing agreement with Disney Publishing Worldwide to include new and future titles from their brands across a wide number of book formats.[51]

Franchises

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Disney Publishing launched unplanned franchises starting with W.I.T.C.H. in 2001.[13] DPW's educational division purchased the CrossGen comic book assets in November 2004.[16] DPW was then drafted as an outlet for Disney Consumer Products' planned franchises: Disney Fairies,[17] Disney Bunnies[52] (and their extensions), the Never Girls book series,[17] and Disney Princess Palace Pets apps.[53] DPW started to originate planned franchises with the Waterfire Saga in 2014 and The Zodiac Legacy and Star Darlings in 2015.[37][42]

  • CrossGen – purchased the franchise in November 2004 for reading aids plus the development of other assets by Hyperion Books for Children.[16] Its Abadazad fantasy series was reworked as a prose/comic hybrid format releasing two volumes in June 2006 of a planned series of eight volumes, up from the original four.[54] The franchise was restarted as an imprint by Marvel Comics in March 2011.[55]
  • Kingdom Keepers – a seven-book series based on the Disney parks features holographic guardians fighting against some of the Disney Villains called Overtakers.[56] The first book was released on August 29, 2005.[18]
  • Twisted Tales – started as a book series with various authors writing twists on Disney films. Current contributors include authors Liz Braswell, Elizabeth Lim, and Jen Calonita.[57]
  • Star Darlings – launched with two chapter books in September 2015.[42]
  • W.I.T.C.H. – launched as a comic book in 2001 and expanded with an animated series in 2004.[13]
  • Waterfire Saga – launched with the first novel of a tetralogy in May 2014.[37]
  • The Zodiac Legacy – expected franchise launched as a book series in January 2015.[37]

Waterfire Saga

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Waterfire Saga
Created byDisney Publishing staff
Jennifer Donnelly
Original worknovel
Print publications
Novel(s)
  • Deep Blue
  • Rogue Wave
  • Dark Tide
  • Sea Spell
Audio
Original music"Open Your Eyes"
Hollywood Records[58]

Waterfire Saga is a Disney Publishing franchise based on mermaids launched in May 2014 as a multimedia release around a core book series.[37][59]

Waterfire history

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The Waterfire Saga was developed by Disney Publishing's various departments after some years of considering doing a mermaid mythology project. A 200-page franchise bible was compiled that included cultures, story arcs, images of the undersea world and its inhabitants, and main character profiles. In the summer of 2011, Global Books' publisher Suzanne Murphy approached Jennifer Donnelly to write the book series. Donnelly agreed.[60]

In early 2014, Disney Publishing Worldwide announced the launch of the Waterfire Saga.[58] By March 2014, Donnelly had already finished work on the first two books and had started on the third.[61] The first novel, Deep Blue, was released under the Disney-Hyperion imprint on May 6, 2014, with a print run of 250,000 copies and a national book tour. The novel's marketing plan included advertising in print, TV, and in-theater; ABC Family and Hollywood Records would run additional promotions as well as a retail floor display with a riser. A song and music videos were included in the simultaneous e-book edition release.[37][60] The book was released simultaneously in the United Kingdom, Italy, and Spain. Other foreign editions were to be released in late 2014 and early 2015. The second book in the series, Rogue Wave, was released in January 2015. In 2015, DPW's Milan comic unit was scheduled to start issuing comics and graphic novels to expand the franchise.[60] Dark Tide was released in the Summer of 2015 and the final book, Sea Spell was released in the Summer of 2016.[62]

Plot

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Merpeople came into existence after their ancestors' island of Atlantis was destroyed.[61] The 4-book series centers around 6 mermaids who try to save their world. Deep Blue initially focuses on Serafina, a mermaid of the Mediterranean Sea, who has a premonitory dream about an ancient evil returning on the eve of her betrothal. Her mother is hit by an assassin's poisoned arrow, which confirms the dream. She has additional visions that lead her to find five other mermaids across the world's oceans. The six bond and find a world-threatening conspiracy.[61]

Additional media

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An audiobook version of Deep Blue was recorded by Bea Miller and released through Listening Library.[60] In 2015, DPW's Milan comic unit was to begin issuing yet-to-be-announced comics and graphic novels to expand the franchise.[60] The song "Open Your Eyes" was issued through Hollywood Records, and is sung by Bea Miller.[58][63]

Zodiac Legacy

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Zodiac Legacy
Created byStan Lee
Original worknovel
Print publications
Book(s)
  • The Zodiac Archives
  • The Vanguard Archives
Novel(s)
  • Convergence
  • The Dragon's Return
  • The Balance of Power
Comics
  • Tiger Island
Miscellaneous
Websitedisneyzodiac.com

The Zodiac Legacy is a superhero franchise created by Stan Lee that debuted in illustrated novels published by Disney Publishing with POW! Entertainment under the Disney Press imprint. Working with Stan Lee on the books are co-writer Stuart Moore and Andie Tong, artist.[64]

The first illustrated novel, The Zodiac Legacy: Convergence was released on January 27, 2015.[64] The second novel in the illustrated series, The Dragon's Return, was released on January 26, 2016.[65] Dragon's Return made the New York Times best-seller list for the week ending January 30, 2016.[66] With Papercutz, the first Zodiac Legacy graphic novel, Tiger Island, hit the stands on March 30, 2016, with the writing team joined by artist Paris Cullins.[67] In early April 2017, the third and final book in the trilogy, The Balance of Power, was released. By that time, a second Papercutz graphic novel in the series was released with art from P.H. Marcondes. In July 2017, the third graphic novel was released.[68]

Plot: The series follows a Chinese-American eighth grader from Philadelphia going on a Hong Kong class trip. He finds himself involved with an ancient secret unleashing twelve Zodiac magical superpowers.[64][65] The eighth grader, Steven, has to deal with being a superhero and how that affects him, his family, and his friends[64] as he ends up in the middle of a worldwide adventure.[65] In the second book, Steven attempts to keep his allies together as they enter a gray area.[65]

Star Darlings

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Star Darlings
Created byShana Muldoon Zappa
Ahmet Zappa[42]
Original workBooks
Print publications
Book(s)Sage and the Journey to Wishworld
Libby and the Class Election[69]
Leona's Unlucky Mission
Vega and the Fashion Disaster
Scarlet Discovers True Strength
Cassie Comes Through
Piper's Perfect Dream
Astra's Mixed-Up Mission
Tessa's Lost and Found
Adora Finds a Friend
Clover's Parent Fix
Gemma and the Ultimate Standoff
Star Darlings Collection Volume 1
Star Darlings Collection Volume 2
Star Darlings Collection Volume 3
Star Darlings Collection Volume 4
A Wisher's Guide to Starland
Films and television
Short film(s)YouTube Animated Series (12 Episodes and 12 Clips)
Television special(s)
  • Becoming Star Darlings
  • Star Darlings Friendships[70]
  • The Power of Twelve[71]
Audio
Original music
  • "Wish Now"
  • "Up"
  • "Starlight"
  • "Wish Now" remix[72][73]
Miscellaneous
Toy(s)
music video"Wish Now" remix[70]
websitebooks.disney.com/stardarlings/

Star Darlings is a Disney Publishing multimedia franchise based on an original wish-granting fey people called the Starlings. Star Darlings is a trademark of Star Darlings, LLC. owned by DPW.

Barry Waldo was selected to manage the franchise, which is an inspirational brand targeted at tweens designed to: "celebrate their individuality, make positive choices, and turn their wishes into reality".[74] Justice is the franchise's primary retail partner carrying Jakks Pacific doll line, clothing, and books. Disney Stores would carry a limited product line.[75]

The Star Darlings plot is about 12 young Starlings at Starling Academy on Starland who learn about Wishworld (Earth) and are selected to go on a secret mission there. Sage, Libby, and Leona are the Star Darlings up first for books with the other nine being Adora, Astra, Cassie, Clover, Gemma, Piper, Scarlet, Tessa, and Vega.[74]

Star Darlings history

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Shana Muldoon first registered a trademark for the Star Darling name in 2009, but it was considered abandoned for lack of use on April 11, 2011.[76] Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa, and Disney Publishing began development in 2011 on Star Darlings.[77] On March 29, 2013, Star Darlings, LLC filed to register the trademark with two extensions granted with the last given on May 29, 2015.[78]

The franchise was announced at the D23 convention in August 2015[77] and launched on September 15, 2015, with two chapter books Sage and the Journey to Wishworld and Libby and the Class Election.[69] Kirkus Reviews found the first volume, Sage and the Journey to Wishworld, to be "complicated, retrograde, and very sparkly" and for ages seven to eleven.[79]

On September 24, 2015, a social media event and a press day would be held for the franchise as part of its launch phase of the marketing campaign.[77] Expected releases through November are the Jakks dolls at Justice, a storytelling and lifestyle app, music through Walt Disney Records, and the first episode of a YouTube animated series.[42]

In 2016, two animated specials based on Star Darlings were broadcast on Disney Channel, Becoming Star Darlings on January 29 and Star Darlings Friendships on March 25. The TV specials featured a remixed version of the Star Darlings theme song by singer-songwriter Skylar Stecker. The remixed theme song was also featured in a music video.[70] Another TV special, The Power of Twelve (22 minutes) was broadcast on Disney Channel on November 26, 2016.[71]

The future of this series is unknown as three books that were supposed to be released after Stealing Starlight were canceled, with no new franchise activity after its release on January 17, 2017.[80] However, Shana Muldoon Zappa said on Twitter that there is "an exciting reason" for things being put on hold.[81]

Units

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  • Core Publishing[41]
    • Disney Magazine Publishing, Inc.
    • Disney Book Group (Disney Book Publishing, Inc.)
  • Digital Publishing - Disney Book Apps
  • Disney Learning, incorporated on March 7, 1996 as Disney Educational Publishing, Inc., and changed name by August 26, 2013 to Disney Learning[82][83]
    • Disney Educational Productions
    • Disney English
    • Disney Imagicademy is a program of Disney Learning consisting of a suite of mobile learning apps for kids with over thirty apps planned. The first two apps were the parent companion app and Mickey's Magical Math World on iPad. The parent companion app allows parents to track their kids' advancement on the apps.[40][84]
  • Marvel Comics

Hyperion Books for Children

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Hyperion Books for Children (HBC) and Disney Press were both launched in 1990.[8] The Disney Publishing Group was incorporated in January 1992[7] and included the already-formed Hyperion Books, Hyperion Avenue Books, Hyperion Books for Children, Disney Press, and other units.[8] In March 1995 with the market too crowded with Disney books, Hyperion Books for Children merged with Disney Press.[8] Hyperion Books for Children started a new imprint, Jump at the Sun, in September 1998 for the African-American children's market.[85] DPW slated the Abadazad four-book series from its CrossGen property for publication after purchasing the CrossGen assets under this imprint.[16]

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Disney Publishing Worldwide

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Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW) is the publishing division of The Walt Disney Company, responsible for creating and distributing books, magazines, and digital content featuring characters and stories from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and other affiliated brands, primarily targeting children and families worldwide. Established in 1991 as part of Disney's expansion into the publishing industry, DPW initially formed imprints such as Hyperion Books, Hyperion Books for Children, and Disney Press to produce content tied to Disney films, parks, and original stories. In 1999, it rebranded from the Buena Vista Publishing Group to its current name, consolidating operations under Disney's consumer products umbrella. Today, DPW operates as a key component of Disney Experiences, extending the company's storytelling through print and multimedia formats, including partnerships for distribution with Penguin Random House since 2023 and an expanded licensing agreement with Penguin Random House effective May 1, 2025, for content from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and other brands, as well as collaborative imprints like Andscape Books with ESPN launched in 2022. With a global footprint, DPW maintains a presence in more than 100 countries and offers products in over 40 languages, making it one of the largest children's publishing brands and igniting imagination through innovative storytelling across formats. Its portfolio includes thousands of titles ranging from picture books and chapter books to young adult novels and adult nonfiction, with notable series like Percy Jackson and the Olympians by Rick Riordan and original content under imprints such as Disney Hyperion, Disney Press, and Rick Riordan Presents. Beyond traditional books, DPW produces magazines featuring Disney characters, digital apps, and reaches millions of readers annually while adapting to digital trends and cross-media synergies within The Walt Disney Company.

History

Establishment

Disney Publishing Worldwide traces its origins to 1991, when entered the book publishing industry for the first time by launching three imprints: Hyperion Books for general adult and nonfiction titles, Hyperion Books for Children focused on literature, and Disney Press dedicated to Disney-themed stories and tie-ins. These imprints were established under the leadership of Disney CEO to expand the company's brand into print media, leveraging its popular characters and intellectual properties. Hyperion Books, in particular, was founded from scratch by publisher Robert S. Miller, marking Disney's initial foray without acquiring an existing backlist. In January 1992, these operations were formally consolidated into the Disney Publishing Group (DPG), an incorporated subsidiary that centralized Disney's growing publishing efforts and included additional ventures like initiatives. The DPG quickly expanded its catalog, releasing titles such as illustrated books on Disney films and original stories inspired by the company's animations, aiming to create a between film releases and print adaptations. This structure allowed Disney to control content creation and distribution, positioning the group as a key extension of its entertainment ecosystem. By 1998, amid broader corporate reorganizations, the Disney Publishing Group was renamed the Buena Vista Publishing Group on May 11, reflecting Disney's use of the Buena Vista brand for various distribution arms. This rebranding emphasized the group's role in consumer products and media tie-ins. Then, in April 1999, it underwent another name change to Disney Publishing Worldwide, Inc. (DPW), signaling a strategic shift toward global expansion and a focus on youth-oriented content, while adult imprints like Hyperion Books were transferred to the ABC division. The rename to Disney Publishing Worldwide underscored the company's ambition to distribute books, magazines, and digital media internationally, building on the foundation laid in the early 1990s.

Expansion and acquisitions

In the early 1990s, Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW) pursued strategic acquisitions to build its magazine portfolio and enter new content areas. In September 1991, DPW acquired Discover magazine, a science-focused publication that had suspended operations amid its parent's financial difficulties; the purchase allowed Disney to expand into adult general-interest titles while integrating it into its emerging magazine group. Shortly thereafter, in February 1992, DPW bought FamilyFun magazine from a joint venture between Walt Disney Imagineering and the H.F. Ross Company, targeting family-oriented content to complement its children's publications. These moves marked DPW's initial push beyond licensed Disney character books into broader educational and lifestyle media. To streamline its children's book operations amid a crowded market, DPW merged its Disney Press imprint with Hyperion Books for Children in March 1995, consolidating publishing efforts under a unified structure that would release 90 to 100 titles annually. This internal reorganization enhanced efficiency and positioned the combined entity to capitalize on Disney's growing media synergies. The following year, DPW's scope expanded significantly through The Walt Disney Company's $19 billion acquisition of in early 1996, which integrated Hyperion Books—established by Disney in 1991—more closely with ABC's media operations, adding general-interest fiction and non-fiction to its offerings. Further growth in the comics sector came in November 2004, when DPW acquired key assets from the bankrupt Entertainment for approximately $1 million, including rights to over two dozen fantasy and science-fiction titles. This purchase bolstered DPW's educational and divisions, enabling the adaptation of properties for children's reading aids and potential multimedia development through Hyperion Books for Children. These acquisitions collectively transformed DPW from a primarily licensed-content publisher into a diversified global entity, leveraging synergies with Disney's entertainment empire.

Restructuring and recent changes

In 2020, Disney Publishing Worldwide underwent a significant restructuring by selling over 1,000 children's titles from its Disney Book Group catalog to (HBG), which integrated them into its Little, Brown Books for Young Readers imprint. This move allowed Disney to streamline its operations and refocus on acquiring content designed for multi-platform exploitation across its entertainment ecosystem. By 2021, the company expanded into adult publishing with the launch of Hyperion Avenue, an imprint dedicated to commercial and non-fiction by diverse authors, marking a return to the adult market previously handled by the sold Hyperion imprint. In 2023, distribution of Disney's adult and children's print books shifted from HBG to Publisher Services (PRHPS), effective April 1, broadening PRH's role in handling Disney's global sales and logistics. That same year, Disney partnered with pan-African media company Kugali to establish Kugali Ink, a middle-grade imprint aimed at amplifying African creators, with initial titles slated for 2025 release. In 2025, Disney Publishing deepened its collaboration with through an expanded licensing agreement effective May 1, granting PRH rights to publish and create original content—including , novels, and reference books—from , , Marvel, Star Wars, , and brands. This partnership coincided with internal shifts, including layoffs in marketing and other departments, as well as key executive departures such as Kieran Viola (former deputy publisher of Disney Hyperion and ) and Sylvie Frank (former editorial director of Disney Hyperion), both of whom transitioned to roles at other publishers. Additionally, PRH hired approximately 12 former Disney staffers, including Vivian Suchman as editorial director for , reflecting a broader talent migration amid these changes. These developments have positioned Disney Publishing for greater reliance on external partners while raising questions about the sustainability of certain in-house imprints.

Corporate structure

Imprints

Disney Publishing Worldwide, a division of , manages a portfolio of imprints dedicated to producing books across children's, , and adult categories, often tying into Disney's , , and franchise properties while also developing original series. These imprints handle content from core Disney brands as well as licensed properties like Marvel, Star Wars, , and , with a focus on multi-platform storytelling. In recent years, the structure has evolved through strategic partnerships, including distribution by since 2023 and expanded licensing agreements in 2025 for publishing stories from Disney's entertainment units. Disney Press specializes in original fiction, chapter books, and tie-in novels for middle-grade and readers, featuring series like and the Olympians (under a sub-imprint) and Disney animated adaptations. Established as a core imprint, it emphasizes accessible storytelling inspired by Disney characters and themes. Disney Hyperion (also known as Disney-Hyperion) focuses on , including picture books, early readers, and young adult novels, often blending Disney properties with broader market titles such as middle-grade adventures and diverse voices. It retains a significant role in Disney's children's publishing following the 2020 sale of over 1,000 titles to , which allowed Disney to streamline its catalog. Disney Editions produces illustrated nonfiction, art books, and commemorative volumes celebrating Disney history, theme parks, and animation, targeting adult fans and collectors with titles like The Happiest Place on Earth and behind-the-scenes explorations. This imprint highlights Disney's archival and cultural content. Marvel Press and Disney Lucasfilm Press cater to superhero and sci-fi audiences, publishing novelizations, graphic novels, and original stories based on Marvel characters and the Star Wars universe, respectively. These imprints support Disney's expansion into licensed franchise literature for young readers. For adult and specialized markets, Hyperion Avenue, launched in 2021, offers thrillers, mysteries, and , including the Marvel Crime line for crossover narratives. Rick Riordan Presents, a key sub-imprint under Disney Hyperion, amplifies diverse mythology-inspired series by authors like Roshani Chokshi, building on Riordan's success, including over 450,000 print copies sold by the series for its 2024 frontlist titles. National Geographic imprints under Disney, such as and National Geographic Adult, produce educational , travel guides, and illustrated books for all ages, integrating Disney's 2019 acquisition with family-oriented content like Disney Planet Possible. Emerging lines like Kugali Ink promote African narratives through comics and novels, with debut titles including Akanni released in 2025 and Runeless scheduled for 2026, while and focus on and culturally diverse stories. These imprints collectively generate revenue through global books, with Disney retaining creative control amid 2025 restructurings that included leadership shifts and layoffs to prioritize high-impact, franchise-driven publications.

Divisions and partnerships

Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW) operates as a key component of The Walt Disney Company's division, focusing on the creation and global distribution of books, magazines, and tied to Disney's intellectual properties. Its organizational structure emphasizes cross-platform content development, particularly for children's and markets, while expanding into adult publishing. DPW maintains a presence in over 100 countries and publishes in more than 40 languages, leveraging Disney franchises such as , Marvel, Star Wars, and to produce adaptable content for books, apps, and multimedia experiences. Within DPW, content is segmented by audience and format, with dedicated teams for children's books and magazines, novels, and emerging adult imprints. The company prioritizes original IP development alongside licensed adaptations, supported by specialized roles such as SVP of new IP publishing and editorial directors for specific genres. Digital initiatives include interactive e-books and apps, while magazine operations extend globally through localized editions of titles like and . This structure allows DPW to integrate with broader media strategies, ensuring content synergy across films, streaming, and merchandise. DPW's partnerships play a crucial role in expanding its reach and production capabilities. In 2023, DPW entered a multi-year exclusive worldwide sales and distribution agreement with (PRH) for physical books, covering both new releases and backlist titles for adult and children's categories; this replaced a prior arrangement with , which had distributed Disney titles after acquiring certain titles from in 2013 and 2020. In May 2025, the partnership expanded to include licensing agreements for creating and publishing original content based on , , Marvel, Star Wars, , and properties, enabling PRH to develop new stories for global audiences. Additional collaborations enhance DPW's diversity and innovation efforts. In 2023, DPW partnered with Kugali Media, an African storytelling company, to launch Kugali Ink, a middle-grade imprint focused on diverse narratives inspired by global cultures and Disney IP. Historically, DPW has worked with (now part of PRH) on specific franchises, such as the 2013 Never Girls series extending the universe. These alliances allow DPW to tap external expertise while maintaining creative control over core Disney content.

Publications

Books

Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW) is a leading publisher of children's, , and adult , specializing in content tied to Disney's vast intellectual properties including Disney Animation, , Marvel, Star Wars, and , as well as original stories and adaptations. The produces formats ranging from picture books and chapter books to novels, graphic novels, and reference guides, reaching audiences in more than 100 countries through translations in multiple languages. With a focus on family-friendly narratives that extend Disney's storytelling across platforms, DPW's book portfolio emphasizes character-driven adventures, educational content, and reimagined classics, generating significant revenue within Company's consumer products segment. Established in January 1992 as the Publishing Group, the books division incorporated existing imprints such as Hyperion Books, Hyperion Books for Children, and the newly formed Disney Press to centralize 's publishing efforts. Initially under the Buena Vista Publishing Group umbrella, it rebranded to Publishing Worldwide in April 1999, expanding global distribution while transferring adult-oriented Hyperion Books to 's ABC Group. Key early imprints included Disney Press for original and tie-in titles, Hyperion Books for Children for illustrated and middle-grade books, Jump at the Sun for diverse , and Disney Editions for deluxe illustrated works on Disney history and art. Over the years, DPW developed specialized lines like Disney-Hyperion for young adult fiction, which published bestsellers such as the series by . In 2020, DPW underwent a major restructuring by selling 1,100 backlist children's titles to , retaining core Disney-related properties and shifting toward licensed, multi-platform content creation. This pivot allowed greater focus on high-impact series such as , which reimagines films with alternate endings, and , novelizations expanding the live-action franchise. For adult readers, the 2021 launch of Hyperion Avenue introduced thrillers and fantasy like Breaking the Dark (2023), a Marvel-inspired title by . Other contemporary imprints include Hyperion Kids for middle-grade novels, for educational books, and Kugali Ink for diverse graphic novels like Akanni, Runeless (2025). In May 2025, DPW expanded its partnership with through new licensing agreements covering , , Marvel, Star Wars, , and content, enabling production of , novels, and reference books for global distribution. This arrangement builds on PRH's role as exclusive distributor since 2023, enhancing DPW's reach while prioritizing innovative, IP-driven storytelling.

Magazines and comics

Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW) plays a central role in the production and distribution of magazines and featuring , Marvel, Star Wars, and other properties, operating through direct publishing, licensing agreements, and strategic partnerships to reach a global audience. As the world's largest publisher of children's books and magazines, DPW reaches more than 100 million readers each month across more than 100 countries, with magazines and forming key components of its global portfolio. These publications span traditional print formats, graphic novels, digital adaptations, and licensed content tailored for various age groups and markets. Historically, DPW launched its U.S. magazine efforts with titles like , a monthly digest-sized publication targeted at grade-school children that ran from November 1990 to November 2007 and included stories, comics, games, and features based on Disney animated films and TV shows. The magazine was produced by Disney Publishing Worldwide and achieved significant popularity, with circulation peaking in the mid-1990s under editor Tommi Lewis. DPW also briefly operated the Disney Comics imprint from 1990 to 1993, releasing collected editions of classic Disney strips and new stories featuring characters like and , before shifting to licensing models for broader distribution. In the international arena, DPW oversees extensive licensing for magazines and , particularly in where the tradition of Disney anthropomorphic comics is strong. In a renewed long-term collaboration announced for 2025, DPW partnered with Story House Egmont—its licensee since 1948—to publish over 150 magazines and more than 1,000 annuals and specials in 27 countries, including , the , , the , and select markets in and like , , and . These publications feature iconic characters such as , , , and franchises like Frozen and , emphasizing age-appropriate content and innovative formats to maintain strong sales. For comics, DPW focuses on graphic novels, collected editions, and digital expansions while partnering with specialized publishers. In partnership with Books, DPW has reissued restored, high-quality hardcover collections of classic by artists like , , and Floyd Gottfredson, preserving the legacy of mid-20th-century stories. Recent efforts include the 2025 release of : Comic Book-Inator, a published in collaboration with Papercutz that incorporates the story and adapts episodes from the animated series into comic format. Additionally, in August 2025, DPW announced a major digital initiative with to adapt over 100 titles from , Marvel, , and Star Wars into mobile-optimized vertical-scroll comics, launching throughout 2025 and 2026 to engage younger, digital-native audiences. Through these initiatives, DPW balances nostalgic reprints with modern adaptations, ensuring magazines and comics remain a vital extension of Disney's storytelling ecosystem while adapting to evolving consumer preferences in print and digital media.

Original franchises

Waterfire Saga

The Waterfire Saga is a young adult fantasy book series written by American author Jennifer Donnelly, focusing on an underwater world of merfolk inspired by mythology and ocean lore. Published by Disney Publishing Worldwide under the Disney Hyperion imprint, the series consists of four novels released between 2014 and 2016, centering on six young mermaids from different realms who unite to collect ancient talismans and thwart an ancient evil force threatening their hidden civilizations, including the lost empire of Atlantis. Donnelly developed the concept in collaboration with Disney, drawing from themes of friendship, courage, and destiny, with the narrative blending adventure, romance, and political intrigue in a richly detailed aquatic setting. The story follows , a princess of the Miromara realm, who experiences a prophetic dream foretelling doom on the eve of her Dokimi ceremony—a rite to prove her worthiness as heir to the throne. An assassination attempt on her mother, Queen Isabella, during the ceremony unleashes chaos, forcing Serafina and her best friend Neela to flee and investigate a larger involving death riders and a shadowy . As they journey across the six seas, they assemble a group of allies: the clever Neela from Matali, the scholarly Ling from the freshwater rivers, the strong Ava from Ondalina, the tech-savvy Becca from the , and the reluctant Astrid from Cerulea. Together, known as the Black Fins, they race to secure magical artifacts to prevent the resurrection of a destructive power that once sank . The series explores themes of loyalty and self-discovery amid battles against betrayals, monstrous creatures, and tyrannical rulers. The first book, Deep Blue, was published on May 6, 2014, introducing the core conflict and 's quest, which spans shipwrecks, dragon encounters, and alliances across mer realms. , released on January 6, 2015, advances the hunt, with facing betrayal in a sunken ship while Neela confronts razormouth dragons in the treacherous waters of Kandina, highlighting the protagonists' growing resilience. In , published on October 13, 2015, the group sabotages 's uncle Vallerio's power grab, as Ling endures capture, Becca uncovers Astrid's hidden royal lineage, and —a key ally—infiltrates enemy ranks, escalating the war against the Volnero family's ambitions. The concluding volume, Sea Spell, issued on June 14, 2016, culminates in a massive confrontation, where Astrid grapples with her heritage at Shadow Manse, Ava navigates haunted swamps for the final , and the Black Fins rally goblins and resistance forces in Kargjord to defeat Orfeo and secure the seas' future. The series achieved commercial success as a bestseller, appealing to middle-grade and young adult readers with its immersive world-building and diverse cast of heroines, though it received mixed critical reception for pacing in later installments amid its expansive scope. Donnelly, a New York Times bestselling author known for historical fiction like Revolution, brought her award-winning storytelling to this mermaid epic, which includes companion materials like educator guides from Disney Publishing to support classroom discussions on mythology and environmental themes. No major literary awards were bestowed specifically on the Waterfire Saga, but its audio editions and promotional tie-ins, including Disney trailers, enhanced its reach among fantasy enthusiasts.

Zodiac Legacy

The Zodiac Legacy is a middle-grade franchise developed by Disney Publishing Worldwide through its Disney Press imprint, in collaboration with . Created by legendary comic book writer , the series was co-written by Stuart Moore and illustrated by Andie Tong, blending elements of mythology with modern superhero action. Launched in 2015, it targets readers aged 8-12 and explores themes of identity, responsibility, and global conflict through the lens of superhuman abilities derived from the twelve zodiac signs. The core narrative centers on , a Chinese-American teenager who, during a school trip to , accidentally inherits the Tiger zodiac power—one of twelve ancient cards that unleash magical superpowers upon the world. These powers, representing the animals, are scattered globally, sparking a chase between a heroic team called the and a villainous group seeking domination. Steven joins the , navigating alliances, betrayals, and personal growth as he confronts the zodiac's formidable antagonist, while grappling with the ethical dilemmas of wielding such immense abilities. The series emphasizes diversity, with characters from various cultural backgrounds embodying zodiac traits like the Rabbit's agility or the Ox's strength. The main novel trilogy spans three volumes, each advancing the high-stakes adventure:
  • The Zodiac Legacy: Convergence (January 27, 2015): The debut installment introduces the zodiac outbreak and Steven's transformation, culminating in the formation of the team amid an international pursuit. At 512 pages, it sets the foundation for the franchise's epic scope.
  • The Zodiac Legacy: The Dragon's Return (January 26, 2016): One year after the initial chaos, the story escalates as the Dragon zodiac's original host reemerges, forcing the to confront resurfaced threats and internal divisions. This 448-page sequel deepens character dynamics and expands the global scale of the conflict.
  • The Zodiac Legacy: Balance of Power (March 7, 2017): The trilogy's conclusion follows a now-16-year-old Steven as he balances powers with impending catastrophe, deciding the fate of the zodiac legacy in a climactic battle that tests loyalties and the true cost of heroism. Spanning 480 pages, it resolves major arcs while highlighting themes of maturity and sacrifice.
Complementing the novels, Disney Publishing released two 64-page illustrated companion books in 2014 as prequels: The Zodiac Legacy: The Zodiac Archives, Part One, a top-secret dossier on the heroes' origins and powers, and The Zodiac Legacy: The Vanguard Archives, detailing the villains' backstories and schemes. Both include previews of Convergence and were designed to build hype for the series launch. The franchise has not expanded into other media like or as of 2025, remaining primarily a print-based original IP under Disney Publishing Worldwide.

Star Darlings

Star Darlings is a tween-targeted multimedia franchise developed by Disney Publishing Worldwide, centered on twelve teenage girls attending Starling Academy on the magical planet Starland. These "Star Darlings" are selected as Wish-Granter apprentices who travel to Wishworld—depicted as Earth—to identify and fulfill the true wishes of children, thereby collecting positive wish energy essential for sustaining Starland's vibrancy. The narrative emphasizes themes of friendship, self-confidence, individuality, and overcoming personal challenges, with each mission constrained by a ticking Countdown Clock to heighten tension and teach lessons about empathy and prioritization. The franchise was conceived by designer and her husband, author , inspired by their desire to empower young girls through stories promoting positive thinking and self-belief. Disney Publishing Worldwide launched Star Darlings on September 15, 2015, with an initial rollout of two chapter books available in , marking it as a multi-platform property aimed at inspiring tweens aged 8-12. Andrew Sugerman, then EVP of Disney Publishing Worldwide, described the launch as a celebration of "strong, confident girls" through integrated storytelling across books, , and merchandise. The Zappas, drawing from Ahmet's experience as a New York Times bestselling children's author, positioned the series as a modern blending fantasy adventure with real-world emotional growth. At its core, the franchise consists of a twelve-book chapter series published by Disney Press (an imprint of Disney Publishing Worldwide, distributed by ), with each volume focusing on one Star Darling's individual mission to Wishworld while addressing interpersonal dynamics and mysteries at Starling Academy. A companion guide, A Wisher's Guide to Starland, provides backstory on the world and characters. Additional titles include group adventure stories like The Adventures of Sage, , and Scarlet. The books feature illustrations by the Disney Storybook Art Team and were primarily written by the Zappas, with some contributions from Shannon Bonatakis.
Book TitleFocus CharacterKey ThemePublication Year
Sage and the Journey to WishworldSageDiscovering true wishes and teamwork2015
Libby and the Class ElectionAssertiveness and decision-making2015
Leona's Unlucky MissionLeonaPrioritizing others' needs2015
Vega and the Fashion DisasterVegaBalancing distractions and focus2016
Scarlet Discovers True StrengthScarletResilience and investigation2016
Cassie Comes ThroughOvercoming sensitivity for recognition2016
Piper's Perfect DreamPiperBuilding confidence against fears2016
Astra's Mixed-Up MissionAstraValuing unique talents2017
Tessa's Lost and FoundFinding belonging and home2017
Adora Finds a FriendAdoraForming connections despite 2017
Clover's Lucky StarEncouraging independence2017
Gemma and the Ultimate StarGemmaListening and completing tasks2017
Publication years are based on release patterns from the series rollout; exact dates vary by title but align with the franchise's active period from 2015 to 2017. Beyond books, Star Darlings expanded into various media to create an immersive experience. An animated online series of shorts premiered on Disney's YouTube channel starting October 1, 2015, depicting character backstories and mission previews, though much of this content was removed by 2024. A storytelling and lifestyle app allowed users to engage with interactive wish-granting scenarios, while Walt Disney Records released original music tracks tied to the characters' personalities. Merchandise included fashion dolls produced by JAKKS Pacific, available at Justice stores, featuring the twelve Star Darlings with accessories reflecting their star signs and traits. The franchise's multi-platform approach aimed to foster a community around empowerment, though no major new releases have occurred since the initial wave.

W.I.T.C.H.

W.I.T.C.H. is an Italian fantasy comic series produced by Disney Publishing Worldwide, centering on themes of magic, friendship, and adolescence. The story follows five 13- and 14-year-old girls—Will, Irma, Taranee, Cornelia, and Hay Lin—who are chosen as the new Guardians of the Veil, empowered with control over the classical elements of energy (quintessence), water, fire, earth, and air, respectively. Set primarily in the town of Heatherfield on Earth and the mystical realm of Kandrakar, the narrative depicts the guardians battling threats like the tyrannical Prince Phobos of Metamoor while navigating everyday teen challenges such as school, family, and relationships. The series promotes positive values including courage, loyalty, togetherness, tolerance, and team spirit, blending magical adventures with relatable personal growth. Developed by a team of Italian creators under Disney Italia, the series originated from an idea by , then director of girls' publications for Disney, in collaboration with artists Alessandro Barbucci and Barbara Canepa. Gnone served as the primary writer, with Barbucci and Canepa handling the distinctive artwork that mixes dynamic action sequences with expressive character designs inspired by styles. Launched in April 2001 as a monthly in through Disney Italia, W.I.T.C.H. quickly gained popularity, achieving monthly sales exceeding 100,000 copies in , , and . By 2004, it had expanded internationally to over 65 countries and 27 languages, with a global monthly circulation surpassing 1 million copies and becoming a bestseller in markets like . In the United States, Disney Publishing Worldwide introduced in April 2004 through Hyperion Books for Children (now part of Disney-Hyperion), releasing nine hybrid chapter books that incorporated four-color inserts alongside prose adaptations. These volumes targeted tween girls, emphasizing empowerment and camaraderie, and were supported by a marketing campaign including a dedicated website (www.clubwitch.com), merchandise, and tie-ins with Disney films. The magazine format continued in , producing over 139 issues divided into major story arcs such as The Twelve Portals, Nerissa's Revenge, and Teach 2b Witch, with special editions and crossovers featuring other Disney properties. An animated television adaptation, co-produced by Disney's and French studio , premiered on [Toon Disney](/page/Toon Disney) on December 18, 2004, before moving to on ABC Family starting January 15, 2005. The series ran for two seasons (65 episodes total) until 2006, expanding the lore with additional elements like the villainous Nerissa and the of Kandrakar while maintaining the core focus on the guardians' dual lives. In recent years, Disney Publishing Worldwide licensed English-language collections to , which released 31 volumes from 2017, compiling the original Italian arcs in full-color format, though the license expired in 2023 preventing further releases. These editions, such as Part I: The Twelve Portals and Part IX: 100% W.I.T.C.H., preserved the series' blend of fantasy and slice-of-life storytelling, contributing to renewed interest ahead of the franchise's 20th anniversary in 2021. In 2023, Disney Italia launched a reboot of the series as a manga-style titled W.I.T.C.H. - Il cuore dell'amicizia, with the first volume released on October 4, 2023, in , followed by subsequent volumes in 2024, updating the story for a present-day audience while retaining core elements of magic and .

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