Mattel’s publishing slate for Masters of the Universe to span YA novels, picture books, comics and more

Mattel Press has detailed the upcoming publishing slate for Masters of the Universe.

The range includes a film-adjacent novel, original middle-grade stories, comics, a graphic novel and an art book.

“Masters of the Universe has always been more than a single format – it’s a mythology that evolves across generations and mediums,” said Ryan Ferguson, Global Head of Publishing at Mattel.

“With this publishing initiative, we aren’t just retelling the film’s story; we’re expanding the world of Eternia in ways that invite fans to go deeper and discover new facets of the universe. Through Mattel Press, we’re partnering with New York Times-bestselling authors and top creative talent to move quickly into diverse formats and reach a broader range of readers, while still delivering rich, meaningful storytelling for longtime fans.

“From character-driven young adult novels to manga-inspired narratives and fan-centric celebrations of the lore, this slate reflects our ambition to build Masters of the Universe into a fully realized, multi-platform franchise that resonates with fans old and new.”

May will see the arrival of Masters of the Universe: The Junior Novel, as well as the Masters of the Universe: The Power Within, Masters of the Universe: I Am He-Man! and Skeletor Has No Friends storybooks. Also launching that month is the adult colouring book, Retro Power!

In June, there’s Teela: Daughter of Eternos – a young adult novel set in the film universe – as well as the first issue of Masters of the Universe: The Wings of Fate from Dark Horse Comics.

Later in the year, September brings Masters of the Universe: The Art of the Film and Skeletor Ate My Homework, while November sees TOKYOPOP debut a manga-style graphic novel set in the film universe called Masters of the Universe: Legends of Eternia.