Andrews McMeel Publishing Announces E-book Editions of Calvin and Hobbes books by Bill Watterson

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Andrews McMeel Publishing (AMP) and Universal Uclick (UU) announce the release of three Calvin and Hobbes treasuries as e-books for the very first time.  The e-book editions, which include The Essential Calvin and Hobbes, The Authoritative Calvin and Hobbes, and The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes, will be available November 12, 2013.

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"We could not be more pleased to share the news of this momentous milestone with the significant following of passionate Calvin and Hobbes fans," said Hugh T. Andrews, chief executive officer and president of AMP.  "Calvin and Hobbes is firmly established in the hearts of millions, who have been eager to enjoy the antics of their favorite duo in a digital format. We are delighted the technology has evolved to ensure the quality and high-resolution of images to accommodate the exceptional creative mastery of Bill Watterson, one of the greatest comic artists."

"Calvin and Hobbes made a remarkable, enduring impact upon arrival in newspapers and printed books," said John P. McMeel, chairman of UU and AMP.  "We are thrilled their debut in e-books will mark the beginning of another magnificent chapter in their adventures for established and new generations of fans to enjoy."

The first e-books will be available on tablet formats only and will be priced at $12.99 each. The hardcover and paperback formats of the three treasuries have collectively sold more than 10 million copies.  At the time of Watterson's retirement on January 1, 1996, Calvin and Hobbes was one of the most popular comic strips of all time, appearing in more than 2,400 newspapers. 

About AMP
Andrews McMeel Publishing has a passion for publishing original talent, delighting consumers with innovative books and gifts that are worth sharing.

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About UU
Universal Uclick is the largest independent content syndicate in the world and a leading digital entertainment provider of humor, comic strips, political cartoons and other content for print, Web and mobile devices. Universal Uclick provides editorial development, licensing and other distribution services for iconic brands such as Doonesbury, Dear Abby, Miss Manners and some of the most significant comics in history, including Calvin and Hobbes, Garfield, Peanuts, Dilbert, For Better or For Worse, Cathy and Ziggy. Recent standout successes include Lio, Cul de Sac, Pearls Before Swine, Get Fuzzy, Big Nate and The Argyle Sweater. A full comic catalog can be found at GoComics.com or via its mobile/tablet app on multiple platforms. For more information on Universal Uclick, visit UniversalUclick.com.

SOURCE Andrews McMeel Publishing