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SDCC 2026: Viral Sensation Punch the Monkey Stars in Book for Kids!

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Dynamite Entertainment‘s juvenile imprint, Dynamite Kids, has announced an adorable book starring the viral sensation of 2026, Punch the Monkey. This heartwarming tale is perfect for the earliest readers, and features gorgeous artwork and fun, interactive features.

Punch: Is That My Best Friend? is written by Annie Auerbach and illustrated by Walter Carzon. The duo have crafted an adventure for the cute little monkey with him exploring the zoo in search of his best friend — the signature cuddly toy orangutan. Where could it be?

Every time the young monkey spots something orange, he thinks it may be his comforting companion. But is that an orangutan, or something different? With interactable flaps on every spread of the book, readers get to find out alongside him!

Other beloved zoo animals featured in the book include red pandas, elephants, capybaras, lions, and more!

Punch: Is That My Best Friend? joins a continually growing line from Dynamite Kids which includes both original creations as well as top licenses for young fans including Nickelodeon’s PAW Patrol, Blue’s Clues & You, and more.

Punch: Is That My Best Friend?

SDCC 2026: Dynamite Kids Extends License with Nickelodeon!

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Dynamite Entertainment‘s new juvenile imprint, Dynamite Kids, has announced an extension to their ongoing licensing partnership with Nickelodeon through 2027.

This update will ensure even more exciting releases by the publisher featuring the biggest brands that children love, including PAW Patrol, its spinoff Rubble & Crew, as well as Blue’s Clues & You. These juggernaut-hit animated preschool series will be featured in official activity books, board books, and more!

Alongside this extension, Dynamite is excited to announce the debut of Blue’s Clues & You: The Mystery of the Missing Pie. This novelty board book makes its way to stores and young readers this October, inviting them to help solve another mystery. In the new tale from writer Jane Kent, children join Blue and Josh as they search for Mr. Salt’s missing pie. Across the interactive adventure, every spread features fun pop-out pieces that will help them solve this delicious mystery!

This upcoming release joins a slate of already-released books from the partnership between Dynamite Entertainment and Nickelodeon including:

  • PAW Patrol: PAWsome PUPpets!
  • PAW Patrol: Ready for a Rescue!
  • PAW Patrol: Ruff ‘n Ready Rescues!
  • PAW Patrol: Construction Heroes
  • Blue’s Clues & You: It’s Puppet Time with Blue!
  • Blue’s Clues & You: Blue’s Beach Bonanza
  • Blue’s Clues & You: It’s Your Birthday!

Dynamite Kids is thrilled to keep collaborating with one of the most beloved and influential brands in both children’s entertainment and education. Stay tuned for more exciting updates about these book releases that are ideal for preschool-aged children and their families!