February 25, Mt. Laurel, NJ: A new storybook gem for young readers is coming this June, starring Disney's beloved Stitch. Dynamite is excited to debut `Ohana Means Family: Musings on Everyday Life for American readers.
Inspired by her cherished memories of growing up in Hawai`i and sharing in the Aloha Spirit that unites everyone on the islands in one big `ohana, artist and author Denise Shimabukuro has crafted her experiences and observations into a uniquely original book featuring the cast of the beloved Disney classic film Lilo & Stitch.
"This book is inspired by memories of my childhood, as well as the stories exchanged within my `ohana," said creator Denise Shimabukuro. "Through these treasured moments, I hope to share a better understanding of this special concept with others around the world."
Shap and sweet as only life can be, this new book delves into fundamental truths about life across a crop of short tales, melding between comics storytelling and illustrated prose. Together, it all follows a single guiding principle: to let the simple things that truly matter be the bond that unites us all.
Fan-favorite characters like Stitch, Lilo, Nani, and the rest of the members of their extended `ohana are lovingly and beautifully illustrated by Shimabukuro. Readers of all ages are invited to rediscover the joys of life's precious moments, and to find hope and reassurance in our relationships and care for each other, through shared experiences to be treasured forever.
This hardcover book features 64 pages and is the perfect size at around 7 by 9.75 inches for young readers to enjoy and carry around. Originally released in the U.K., Dynamite Entertainment is proud to bring this already acclaimed gem to a new legion of fans.
Set for a May 7 release, `Ohana Means Family will precede both the May 23 release of the live action remake of the original masterpiece film and the June 26 celebrations of Stitch Day at Disney Parks and across fandom.
"Find comfort and calm on a journey of discovery with this beautiful book." — Lancashire Evening Post
Cover © Disney
STITCH: `OHANA MEAN FAMILY — MUSINGS ON EVERYDAY LIFE is solicited in Diamond Comic Distributors’ March 2025 Previews catalog, the premier source of merchandise for the comic book specialty market, and slated for release in May 2025. Comic book fans are encouraged to preorder copies of the issue with their local comic book retailers. It will also be available for individual customer purchase through digital platforms courtesy of Comixology, Kindle, iBooks, Google Play, Dynamite Digital, ComicsPlus, and more!
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About Dynamite Entertainment
Dynamite was founded in 2004 and is home to several best-selling comic book titles and properties, including The Boys, The Shadow, Red Sonja, Warlord of Mars, Bionic Man, A Game of Thrones, and more. Dynamite owns and controls an extensive library with over 3,000 characters (which includes the Harris Comics and Chaos Comics properties), such as Vampirella, Pantha, Evil Ernie, Smiley the Psychotic Button, Chastity, and Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt. In addition to their critically-acclaimed titles and bestselling comics, Dynamite works with some of the most high-profile creators in comics and entertainment, including Gail Simone, Christopher Priest, Leah Moore, Kevin Smith, David Walker, Vita Ayala, Danny Lore, Neil Gaiman, Garth Ennis, Darick Robertson, Mark Russell, Brandon Thomas, Amy Chu, Reginald Hudlin, Nancy Collins, David Walker, Steve Orlando, Greg Pak, Jenny Frison, Matt Wagner, and a host of up-and-coming new talent. Dynamite is consistently ranked in the upper tiers of comic book publishers and several of their titles - including Alex Ross and Jim Krueger's Project Superpowers - have debuted in the Top Ten lists produced by Diamond Comics Distributors. In 2005, Diamond awarded the company a GEM award for Best New Publisher and another GEM in 2006 for Comics Publisher of the Year (under 5%) and again in 2011. The company has also been nominated for and won several industry awards, including the prestigious Harvey and Eisner Awards.
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