Melissa de la Cruz Announces New Descendants Novel
There will be another Descendants book! Thanks to Disney Publishing Worldwide, I had the chance to interview Melissa de la Cruz about her new book Rise of the Isle of the Lost. Along with Dove Cameron who stars as Mal … Continue reading Melissa de la Cruz Announces New Descendants Novel
A True Musical Journey – Beauty and the Beast Blu-Ray Review
What else would you expect from Beauty and the Beast? More MUSIC! While the animation was top notch, the 1991 version of Beauty and the Beast was known mostly for its beautiful music. The flowing melody of the film won … Continue reading A True Musical Journey – Beauty and the Beast Blu-Ray Review
6 Tips How To Ride the Most Attractions At Disneyland
How do you maximize your precious time? After countless hours in the park, years of working for the mouse, and being an Annual Passholder, Disney Vacation Club member, and D23 Gold Family Member, I’ve made my way around the park … Continue reading 6 Tips How To Ride the Most Attractions At Disneyland
Bambi Comes to the Signature Collection
Bambi’s mom died. Maybe that’s stating the obvious, but it is often cited as one of the most powerful moments in animation. Not only for the sheer effect of the moment and the empathy we feel for Bambi, but it … Continue reading Bambi Comes to the Signature Collection
Animator, Artist, Author – A Few Questions with Benson Shum
Zootopia. Moana. Frozen. This isn’t just a list of recent Disney animated hits. It’s also a list of just a few of the films that animator Benson Shum has worked on in his career with Walt Disney Animation Studios. But … Continue reading Animator, Artist, Author – A Few Questions with Benson Shum
Disney Artists Continue Tradition – Artist Showcase Books for Children
Remember when Mary Blair did artwork for Little Golden Books? Or Eyvind Earle? Or John Hench? Or Retta Scott Worcester? Some of the Disney animation greats not only worked on the films, but also on the adaptations for Little Golden … Continue reading Disney Artists Continue Tradition – Artist Showcase Books for Children
Rise of the Isle of the Lost – What Happened After Descendants?
The best book of the series. Melissa de la Cruz has written all three books in the Descendants series and she keeps getting better. Already a talented writer and #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, she crafts a story in … Continue reading Rise of the Isle of the Lost – What Happened After Descendants?
Disney Dream Store Explodes With Awesomeness – D23 Expo 2017 Preview
OMG! Too. Much. Good. Stuff. Disney Dream Store is always one of my favorite parts of D23 Expo. As a lifelong Disney fan, there is nothing more cool than going to the Expo. And nothing more cool than coming home … Continue reading Disney Dream Store Explodes With Awesomeness – D23 Expo 2017 Preview
From Screen to Stage, Aladdin: A Whole New World
Setting a new standard in quality! While the stage play itself is said to be spectacular, the book by Disney Press which chronicles the journey from screen to stage is one of the most beautiful Broadway books ever. Covered in … Continue reading From Screen to Stage, Aladdin: A Whole New World
Mo Willems Wants to Say “Welcome!”
What would a guide to life for newborns look like? No need to wonder any longer since Mo Willems just made one. A board book for babies (say that three times fast), Mo’s book Welcome: A Mo Willems Guide for … Continue reading Mo Willems Wants to Say “Welcome!”
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