Story House Egmont, one of Europe’s leading magazine publishers, has announced that they will publish Disney Frozen magazine, Disney Stars magazine and the brand-new Disney Frozen Ultimate Collection magazine from this month, January 2025, renewing its long-term collaboration with The Walt Disney Company.
Story House Egmont will continue to publish magazines in 27 countries across Europe and selected international markets, featuring strong and iconic brands and characters such as Disney’s Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse, Stitch, Winnie the Pooh, Frozen and Princess, Disney and Pixar’s Cars and MARVEL’s Spider-Man, and many more.
From 2025, Story House Egmont has also regained the position as magazine publisher in the UK for all Disney and Pixar franchise magazines. The collaboration spans an impressive 76 years, dating back to 1948, when media group Egmont first launched the Donald Duck magazine in Scandinavia.
(Although Story House Egmont publish Spider-man across other international markets, at this stage Marvel-related titles in the UK will continue to be published by Panini UK).
Disney Frozen magazine will be a three-weekly title, on sale from today, Wednesday 8th January 2025, that brings to life the enchanting world of Arendelle. Each issue features beloved characters Elsa, Anna, Olaf with a mixture of engaging stories and fun-filled activities. It’s a perfect blend of entertainment and learning, designed to immerse young readers in the magical world of Frozen.
Disney Frozen Ultimate Collection magazine, which launched last week (on Wednesday 1st January) is a brand-new offering for the primary category. The magazine content and covermounts will focus on a mix of: Activity – that have everything you need to keep busy, Dress-up – where you can jump into the characters, and Art – to promote creative expression. Disney Frozen Ultimate Collection magazine will have a monthly frequency.
Disney Stars magazine celebrates the very best of Disney. Each issue explores a different brand, delving deep into the magic of Disney. The first issue went on sale from last week, Wednesday 1st January.
“We are absolutely delighted to welcome Disney Frozen and Disney Stars into our portfolio of market-leading magazines,” says Siobhan Galvin, Story House Egmont’s Commercial Director. “They will be right at home alongside our hugely successful Disney Princess magazines. We look forward to working together to grow the business and create a magical experience for our readers.”
“We are delighted to continue our long-term collaboration with The Walt Disney Company,” added Marika Bark, Story House Egmont’s Director of Kids. ” “The renewal is the result of a trusting and close collaboration at all levels, with a particular focus on continually innovating the magazines to deliver age-appropriate content that meets the needs of today’s children and comic book fans, as well as having strong sales and marketing teams in all markets. At the same time returning as the Disney and Pixar franchise magazine publisher in the UK, a key market, is testament to the passion and professionalism that runs through our entire KIDS publishing organisation.”
Story House Egmont is a specialist children’s magazine publisher and home to some of the most exciting brands on the market such as Disney Princess, Thomas & Friends, L.O.L Surprise!, Milkshake!, PAW Patrol, My Little Pony and more.
Its own brand magazines Toxic and Go Girl are aimed at pre-teen boys and girls who are passionate about the latest trends and hottest brands.
• Story House Egmont is online at storyhouseegmont.co.uk
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The founder of downthetubes, which he established in 1998. John works as a comics and magazine editor, writer, and on promotional work for the Lakes International Comic Art Festival. He is currently editor of Star Trek Explorer, published by Titan – his third tour of duty on the title originally titled Star Trek Magazine.
Working in British comics publishing since the 1980s, his credits include editor of titles such as Doctor Who Magazine, Babylon 5 Magazine, and more. He also edited the comics anthology STRIP Magazine and edited several audio comics for ROK Comics. He has also edited several comic collections, including volumes of “Charley’s War” and “Dan Dare”.
He’s the writer of “Pilgrim: Secrets and Lies” for B7 Comics; “Crucible”, a creator-owned project with 2000AD artist Smuzz; and “Death Duty” and “Skow Dogs” with Dave Hailwood.
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