Monday, July 4, 2016

New 'Beauty and the Beast' books available for pre-order

With the 25th anniversary of Beauty and the Beast this November and the upcoming live-action film in March, there is no shortage of new books on the horizon. Below is a list of upcoming titles, as well as release dates and descriptions. Many books related to the new film will be released in late January, along with an updated edition of Tale as Old as Time: The Art and Making of Beauty and the Beast, which has been out of print for some time. This page will be updated as new titles and information, including cover images, become available. 

Beauty and the Beast Books

Belle is My Babysitter (Little Golden Book)
Available July 12, 2016
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A Disney Princess makes the best babysitter! Children ages 2 to 5 will love this Little Golden Book that tells a funny story about Princess Belle looking after Chip. Since Chip has spent so much time as a cup, he isn’t used to doing regular kid things. Belle spends the day playing catch, tag, and lots more with her little friend.

As Old as Time: A Twisted Tale
Available September 6, 2016
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Paperback edition available July 25, 2017
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What if Belle's mother cursed the Beast? As Old as Time is the third book in a new YA line that reimagines classic Disney stories in surprising new ways. When Belle touches the Beast's enchanted rose, memories flood through Belle's mind-memories of a mother she thought she would never see again. And, stranger still, she sees that her mother is none other than the beautiful enchantress who cursed the castle and all its inhabitants. Shocked and confused, Belle and the Beast will have to unravel a dark mystery about their families that is 21 years in the making.

Belle's Friendship Invention/Tiana's Friendship Fix-Up 
Available December 27, 2016
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Belle from Disney Beauty and the Beast and Tiana from Disney The Princess and the Frog celebrate the joy of friendship in the Disney Princess Fairy-Tale Friendships series! Perfect for children ages 3 to 7, it features a shiny cover and two magical friendship tales in one book.
Beauty and the Beast (25th Anniversary Big Golden Book)
Available January 3, 2017
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Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Disney's classic animated film Beauty and the Beast! Originally released in 1991, the film stars the Disney Princess Belle, the Beast, and a castle full of enchanted objects. Children ages 3 to 7 will love reading the adventurous story. This beautifully illustrated Big Golden Book retells the beloved movie.
Belle's Discovery
Available January 3, 2017
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Before Belle went to the enchanted castle and met the beast, she was a young girl, and this is her story. At age 7, Belle is happy living at home with her father. But at school she feels like an outsider. Then one day she discovers a run-down bookshop. Determined to bring the store back to life, Belle shows all her classmates how wonderful books and stories are.

Belle's Story
Available January 3, 2017
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Belle shares her amazing story about her experiences at the Beast’s enchanted castle! This full-color 8x8 paperback is a first-person retelling of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Children ages 3 to 7 will love reading the story again and again. Plus it comes with more than 30 stickers!

Beauty and the Beast (Deluxe Step into Reading)
Available January 3, 2017
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Join Belle, the Beast, and their friends in the classic Disney Princess film Beauty and the Beast. This Step 2 deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader based on the film is perfect for children ages 4 to 6.

Tale as Old as Time: The Art and Making of Beauty and the Beast (Updated Edition)
Available January 31, 2017
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The Beauty and the Beast legend has a universal appeal; the fairy tale exists in numerous versions throughout the world. After all of the ups and downs, Disney's Beauty and the Beast was released in 1991 to rave reviews and record-breaking box-office business. The film was widely hailed as a technical and aesthetic breakthrough and remains the only animated feature ever to be nominated for an Oscar for best picture. This authoritative book features interviews with artists, voice-over actors, and executives, and transcripts of meetings and story sessions. Illustrations abound throughout, including sketches, caricatures, sequences of animation drawings, and preliminary artwork from discarded scenes. This updated edition-now capturing the making of the 2017 live-action film starring Emma Watson and Dan Stevens-is a must-have for any fan of the "Tale as Old as Time."
Beauty and the Beast Novelization
Available January 31, 2017
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Belle has dreamt of adventures like the ones she reads in her books, of traveling the world outside her small town. When Belle's father is captured, she takes his place as a prisoner of a fearsome Beast. But life in the enchanted castle isn't as terrible as Belle imagines, and she ultimately finds friendship and love. Enjoy this tale as old as time about adventure and love, about looking past first appearances, and about the inner Beauty and Beast in all of us in this beautiful novelization of the upcoming star-studded film!

Beauty and the Beast Deluxe Original Novel
Available January 31, 2017
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This deluxe hardcover novel expands upon the beautiful story and world seen in the new Walt Disney Studios' film, Beauty and the Beast.
Beauty and the Beast Read-Along Storybook and CD
Available January 31, 2017
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Experience the tale as old as time in this Beauty and the Beast storybook and CD! The CD includes word-for-word narration, actual character voices, and thrilling sound effects!

Art of Coloring: Beauty and the Beast: 100 Images to Inspire Creativity and Relaxation
Available January 31, 2017
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Relax, and let the creativity flow through you. Whether a skilled artist or an everyday dabbler of drawings and doodles, fans of all ages will enjoy these stunning pen-and-ink illustrations of beautiful landscapes, elaborate patterns, and memorable characters from Disney's new live-action feature Beauty and the Beast. The lovely packaging includes a "lay flat" book block and a convenient "expanded-opening" paperback cover.
Beauty and the Beast
Available January 31, 2017
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Barnes & Noble exclusive edition also available
Beauty asks for little, finding joy in simple things and the company of her father. The Beast, shut away from the world in his great stone castle, knows only loneliness. Brought together by a stolen rose, each finds that love may call for sacrifice, but true love can bloom in even the darkest places.
Newbery medalist Cynthia Rylant tells a classic tale of bravery and transformation with stunning, lyrical prose, accompanied by Meg Park's soft yet vibrant illustrations. This new picturebook makes a beautiful keepsake that children will pore over for years to come.

Beauty and the Beast Storybook
Available January 31, 2017
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This 8x8 storybook with foil is filled with film stills and features a beautiful scene from the Walt Disney Studios' film, Beauty and the Beast.
Beauty and the Beast: Belle's Library
Available January 31, 2017
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This book collects quotes from Belle's favorite books, along with her thoughts and drawings. Dream along with Belle and be inspired!

World of Reading: Beauty and the Beast (Live Action)
Available January 31, 2017
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This LEVEL 2 World of Reading book with foil will give independent beginning readers an overview of the characters to be found in the magical tale of Beauty and the Beast! Illustrated throughout with fantastic film stills.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast: Belle
Available January 31, 2017
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Designed to look like a journal/scrapbook kept by Belle herself, this book chronicles her story from her point of view. Flaps and foldout pages add to the scrapbook feel and give life to things like letters, pressed flowers, and more!

Belle is one of the most beloved princesses of all time—her adventure an unforgettable example of finding the beauty within. But what went through Belle's mind when she was taken prisoner by the Beast? When did she first notice his kind heart? When did she fall in love? Belle tells her own story in this book full of the magic from the film.
The Beauty Inside 
Available January 31, 2017
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The highlights of Belle's story are retold in this lovely glittery book featuring colorful see-through windows and peek-through holes on each spread.

When Belle took her father’s place as prisoner in the Beast’s castle, she surely never expected to find her true love. But her kind heart helped bring out the best in the Beast—and showed Belle that it’s not appearances but what is inside that counts.
Beauty and the Beast (Cinestory Comic)
Available February 28, 2017
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Be our guest and join the beloved, independent Belle and her true love, the Beast with the soul of a prince, on an unforgettable tale of love and adventure. When Belle’s father, Maurice, gets lost in the woods, he is captured by the Beast and taken prisoner. Coming to the rescue of her father, Belle bravely takes his place in the Beast’s castle. While encountering enchanted objects and a mysterious rose, Belle learns that the Beast is under a spell. The spell can be broken only if the Beast learns to love another, and earns their love in return…

Adapted from the beloved Disney animated film and featuring over a thousand movie stills, the Disney Beauty and the Beast Cinestory is the perfect graphic novel companion to the film, returning fans to the magical world of Belle and the Beast again and again. This special collector’s edition is available in hardcover and softcover.
Beauty and the Beast Volume 1: Beauty
Available March 28, 2017
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Beauty and the Beast Volume 2: Beast
Available March 28, 2017
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A tale as old as time ... told in timeless manga style

Disney’s much-anticipated live-action adaptation of “Beauty and the Beast” hits theaters in March 2017, and it stars Emma Watson and Dan Stevens. This original two-part manga series is based upon the upcoming movie... but you’ve never seen this classic love story told quite this way before.

The “Beauty” manga delves into Belle’s deepest thoughts as she’s taken prisoner by the Beast in his majestic castle. Where the “Beast” manga explores Beast’s deepest thoughts as he captures Belle in his castle and finds himself falling in love with her feisty attitude and adventurous spirit.
Beauty and the Beast Limited Edition Manga Box Set
Available March 28, 2017
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We're excited to announce our upcoming two part manga to accompany Disney's
Beauty and the Beast live action movie coming out in 2017! With BOOK ONE telling
Belle's version of events and BOOK TWO from the Beast's perspective. This slipcase combines the two volumes of Beauty and the Beast as well as a mini poster, perfect for collectors.

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