Scholastic Partners with Paris Hilton’s 11:11 Media and HappyNest To Publish Books Based On The New Kids Animated Series Paris & Pups

 Scholastic, the global children’s publishing, education, and media company, announced it will be publishing various Paris & Pups books in partnership with Paris Hilton’s 11:11 Media and HappyNest Entertainment, based on the exciting new kids animated franchise inspired by Paris Hilton and her real-life pets. Scholastic has retained global publishing rights across all formats, including storybooks (chapter books, 8x8s, readers, picture books), handbooks/guidebooks, sticker activity/activity books, and novelty books, with plans for a first release in August of 2026.

Paris & Pups, set to launch later this year on YouTube is developed and produced by Paris Hilton’s next-gen media company 11:11 Media; HappyNest Entertainment, a joint venture from UTA and Stampede Ventures; and 9 Story Media Group, a leading creator, producer and distributor of kids and family content. Inspired by Paris Hilton, Paris & Pups follows five fabulous pups who live in the penthouse of The Fabuluxe Hotel with their 12-year-old owner, Paris Star. The animated series celebrates the bond between Paris Star and her pups, “sliving” their best lives and bringing kindness and happiness to others.

As a global pop culture icon, Paris Hilton engages with a fanbase of more than 80 million people across a portfolio of products that capture her iconic essence. Through 11:11 Media, Hilton and her team are successfully rolling out content and consumer products, as well as facilitating best-in-class licensing partnerships across categories she is most recognized for, from beauty and home to pets and more.

“We are thrilled to come on board as the publishing partner for Paris & Pups – an exciting new brand that’s poised to take the world by storm,” said Debra Dorfman, SVP & Publisher Global Licensing Brands & Media at Scholastic. “With its irresistible mix of heart, glamour, comedy, and adorable pets, this property is sure to resonate with young readers, particularly girls, ages 5–8. We can’t wait to bring the world of Paris & Pups to life on the page.”

“We are so excited to partner with Scholastic on Paris & Pups,” said Sadaf Cohen Muncy, SVP, Development and Production for HappyNest Entertainment. “It’s incredibly rewarding to extend the storytelling into the publishing world with such an iconic and trusted partner. Together, we’re building a brand that will inspire and entertain children everywhere.”

“As we grow our kids and family franchise business at 11:11 Media, we couldn’t think of a better partner to collaborate with than Scholastic, one of the most beloved and trusted names in children’s storytelling,” said Rachel Webber, Chief Brand & Commercial Officer, 11:11 Media. “Inspired by Paris’ love of animals and her playful and adventurous spirit – and now, her perspective as a new mom – Paris & Pups will soon bring sparkle to young readers around the world and encourage kindness, confidence, and creativity along the way.”

9 Story Distribution holds worldwide distribution rights for the Paris & Pups series. Retail Monster will lead licensing efforts in the U.S., with 9 Story Brands overseeing licensing in all other international markets.

About Scholastic

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About HappyNest Entertainment

HappyNest is an independent, franchise-first kids and family entertainment media company that forms strategic partnerships with best-in-class talent to create and produce the next big kids franchises. HappyNest incubates and funds new, original IP for kids and families to engage with across diverse media verticals. The company is a joint venture between talent agency UTA, representing a stable of award-winning, legendary creators, as well as the next generation of rising stars, Stampede Ventures, and co-founded by Chris Bosco and Anna Berthold-Zuk.

About 11:11 Media

11:11 Media is a global, next-gen entertainment company at the center of pop culture – connecting content, community and commerce – founded by Paris Hilton and entertainment industry veteran Bruce Gersh in 2021. The company spans a broad array of businesses, including film, TV, audio, music, books, consumer products, and digital, with passion points around lifestyle, fashion, beauty, wellness, art, travel and more. Elevating brands, building communities, and driving social impact through the power of storytelling, experience, and products is the core mission of 11:11 Media.

About 9 Story Media Group

9 Story Media Group is a leading creator, producer and distributor of kids and family-focused intellectual property, now part of Scholastic’s portfolio. Its award-winning animation studio, Brown Bag Films, is recognized around the world for best-in-class brands such as Doc McStuffins, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, Octonauts, Wild Kratts, and Blue’s Clues & You. The company’s international distribution arm, 9 Story Distribution International, represents 5,000 half-hours of animated and live-action programming, seen on some of the most respected international channels and platforms. Its in-house consumer products division, 9 Story Brands, builds international entertainment brands for kids, with expertise across creative, brand marketing, and licensing. www.9story.com