Mattel and TOKYOPOP are collaborating to create manga based on Hot Wheels and Barbie. Manga and anime are becoming more ...

Elliot Handler served in the U.S. Army during World War II. The name was created by taking “Matt” from Matson and “El” from ...

Mattel is expanding its toy line into manga, with Barbie and Hot Wheels set to get Manga adaptations from Tokyopop.

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Mattel has entered a partnership with TOKYOPOP to develop original manga-style graphic novels based on the Barbie and Hot Wheels brands.

When it comes to making toys for children, there are few names as recognizable as Mattel. And when it comes to publishing manga in English, there are few companies as well-known as TOKYOPOP.

Mattel was founded by Elliot Handler, his wife Ruth Handler and Harold Matson in 1945. Elliot Handler served in the U.S. Army during World War II. The name was created by taking “Matt” from ...