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VIDEO GAMES

New Video Game Consoles to be Released in Late 2005, Early 2006
A new generation of video game consoles are waiting to be born, as both Sony and Microsoft are expected to introduce their new game consoles at the 2005 E3 Expo in Los Angeles, which begins on May 17 (Microsoft is expected to air an MTV special showcasing its product on May 12). ...READ MORE
ACTION FIGURES

Age Compression Challenges Action Figure Sales
Age compression, the idea that kids are getting older younger, is a term used often among toy manufacturers, retailers and other industry insiders....READ MORE
TOY CANDY

Toy Candy Fills Sweet Spot in Stores
The novelty candy category is rarely absent from any retail venue since it can boast impressive penetration statistics. Ninety-eight percent of households in the United States purchase candy every year....READ MORE
TRAVEL TOYS

Simple, Interactive Creativity—To Go!
As warm weather lures families back out on the road, mom and dad will want to find ways to help pass the time for their children during travels. ...READ MORE
TDMONTHLY HOT TOPIC

The Counterfeiting Epidemic
For years the most popular items for counterfeiters to rip off were handbags, designer clothes, music, movies, and jewelry, but toys and trading cards are becoming increasingly prevalent....READ MORE
TDMONTHLY POPULAR STORIES

Small Companies Enter Licensing Arena
Though licensed products have been hot for at least 20 years, gone are the days when only the oldest and largest toy companies had a shot at top titles. Today, fledgling companies are crafting toys that feature characters from hit shows like "SpongeBob SquarePants." ...READ MORE
TDMONTHLY TOY BUZZ

Laughing Pizza Serves Up Fun
Laughing Pizza doesn’t come with pepperoni or sausage. Instead, the name refers to a family musical group that serves up a flavorful blend of pop, country and Motown-style tunes. ...READ MORE
RETAILING TIPS

Wrestling with Wal-Mart: How Small Retailers Can Compete Against the Mega Store
TDmonthly Magazine is preparing a report for specialty toy retailers. The TDmonthly report will help the retailers by covering specific ways to turn Wal-Mart´s and other discount mass merchandisers´ weakest points into opportunities....READ MORE
TDMONTHLY COOL COMPANY

Toypresidents Honors a Different Kind of Hero
Founded in 2003 by Jesse Combs, Toypresidents, Inc. has met with tremendous success crafting collectible, battery-operated talking president action figures. This year, Combs expands the concept to include other historical figures by opening Timecapsule Toys....READ MORE
RETAILER SPOTLIGHT

A Niche for Unique Action Figures
As a child, Clark Gray was a fan of G.I. Joe. Then came eBay, which renewed his collector’s spirit....READ MORE
TDMONTHLY BRASS RING

A Sensible Dream: elogIQ
Dror Rom began designing his own puzzles long before he could afford to bring his ideas to fruition. Twenty years later, he is realizing his dream....READ MORE
TDMONTHLY MOM´S PERSPECTIVE

Collecting Memories in the Toy Box
A recent article warned people not to make the mistake of selling valuable collectibles at their annual yard sales: signed pottery, war souvenirs, banana seat bikes. Yes, those vintage kid-movers from the ´70s routinely bring $500 a banana!...READ MORE
TRADE SHOWS

Toys, Toys and More Toys!
Manufacturers have developed many new and innovative products for 2005....READ MORE
TDMONTHLY TOP-10 MOST-WANTED LISTS

TDmonthly´s Top 10 Most Wanted Lists
The TDmonthly Top 10 lists are mostly used by specialty retailers to better anticipate market demands and trends. These lists are based on thorough research and interviews....READ MORE