Simon and Schuster U.K. Adds Smurf Titles

Simon and Schuster acquired U.K. and Commonwealth rights (excluding ANZ and Canada) for four movie tie-in titles from IMPS, via TLC. The series of books includes a movie novelization, two picture books and a Ready to Read title.

Ingrid Selberg, publishing director at Simon and Schuster U.K., says: “We’re delighted to be publishing such a longstanding brand in the Smurfs, who are sure to become a hit with families everywhere this summer. With the combination of our movie tie-in and classic titles we hope to bring these beloved characters to a new generation of Smurfs fans.”