Coming Soon Dark Crystal Tarot Cards!

Following up their Labyrinth Tarot Deck and Guidebook, Insight Editions has a Dark Crystal Tarot Deck and Guidebook on the horizon. 

Let the wonder of Jim Henson’s classic film The Dark Crystal guide you with this beautifully illustrated official tarot card deck.

Bring the world of Thra to your tarot practice with this fantastical take on the traditional 78-card tarot deck. This beautiful deck features enchanting, all-new illustrations of Jim Henson’s beloved characters and creatures based on classic tarot iconography. Featuring both Major and Minor Arcana, the set also includes a helpful guidebook explaining each card’s meaning and simple instructions for easy readings. Packaged in a sturdy, decorative gift box, this tarot deck is the perfect gift for fans of The Dark Crystal and tarot enthusiasts alike.

ORIGINAL ART: Each of the 78 cards in this deck and the booklet features all-new art themed around The Dark Crystal.

The Dark Crystal Tarot Deck and Guidebook will be released on August 22, 2023.

You can pre-order it now on Amazon.

2022 Henson Calendars!

2022 just began and, as usual, we have our first new Muppet merchandise of the year (yes we know they were technically rereleased last year). 

First up is the 2002 Sesame Street calendar "Sayings From Your Sesame Street Friends" published by Abrams. 

The sunny days on Sesame Street never looked brighter than with this 12-month wall calendar featuring the Muppets and their wisdom.

Featuring words of wisdom from the Muppets of Sesame Street, this 12-month calendar will guide you through each and every day. As Cookie Monster likes to say, “Friend is someone to share cookie with.” Be like Elmo and live by the mantra: “Elmo always makes time to stop and smell the flowers.” Or remember Big Bird’s approach to life: “Enjoy the warmth of a sunny day!” Let 2022

As you can see it features a clean and modern design that's appealing both kids and adults young at heart. 

The Sesame Street 2022 Calendar "Sayings From Your Sesame Street Friends" can be ordered through Amazon and wherever calendars are sold. 

Once again Insight Editions has a "new" Jim Henson's Labyrinth calendar for 2022. 

Jim Henson's Labyrinth 2022 Wall Calendar features images from the iconic Jim Henson movie, now celebrating its 36th anniversary.

I say "new" because it's the same calendar they've been releasing for years with the same layout and images just in a different order.

Above you can see the 2022 version and below 2021's.  

I think Insight must really hate October, because each year they continually have the junk lady representing it. 

It's such a shame because Insight has been releasing so many excellent Henson books over the last few year - featuring all kinds of rare images - so it's rather mind boggling why they continue to release this same Labyrinth calendar year after year. It's like the people in charge of their calendars are stuck in their own Labyrinth or something. 

Insight, if you're reading this, put down the peach and pick up a copy of Labyrinth: The Ultimate Visual History where you'll find MANY other fantastic images. 

If this all sounds familiar it's because we said something similar last year, 2020, and 2019 to no avail. Anyway...

Jim Henson's Labyrinth 2022 Wall Calendar features images from the iconic Jim Henson movie. Almost 40 years later we're still fascinated and in love with the iconic film. Labyrinth is a seminal film for an entire generation of fans, who are now passing their love for this movie on to their own children. Starring a young Jennifer Connelly as a babysitter who gets more than she bargained for when the idle wish she makes for her annoying baby brother to be taken away is granted by an evil goblin king...played by David Bowie. Sarah (Connelly) is given 13 hours to solve the titular Labyrinth, or else risk losing her brother forever. Directed by Jim Henson, and featuring creatures created by the world famous Henson Creature Shop, Labyrinth is a spectacle unlike any other.

Jim Henson's Labyrinth 2022 Wall Calendar is available now through Amazon and wherever calendars are sold. 

Sadly, once again there is not a new Muppet calendar but you can reuse ones from 1983, 2005, and 2011. 

Coming Soon: Labyrinth Bestiary!

It must be in the cards for Labyrinth items! Insight Editions has an upcoming follow up to last year's The Dark Crystal Bestiary with a look at the inhabitants of Labyrinth with Jim Henson's Labyrinth: Bestiary.

Jim Henson's Labyrinth: Bestiary: A Definitive Guide to the Creatures of the Goblin King's Realm is coming next summer. 

Below is the official description and a few sample pages:

Discover the world of Labyrinth in this guide to the wondrous creatures of the Goblin King’s realm, featuring illustrations by acclaimed artist Iris Compiet.

 

From Ludo to Sir Didymus, to the Goblin King’s legion of mischievous minions, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth is packed with wondrous beings and chaotic critters. For the first time, Jim Henson's Labyrinth: Bestiary - A Definitive Guide to the Goblin King's Realm brings their world to life. Exploring the nature and behavior of each creature through original illustrations and insightful text, this is a must-have book for fans of Labyrinth, Jim Henson, and the fantasy genre.

 

• ALL-NEW LABYRINTH ART: Experience the world of Labyrinth in a whole new way through the stunning art of acclaimed illustrator Iris Compiet (The Dark Crystal Bestiary: The Definitive Guide to the Creatures of Thra).

• DISCOVER THE CREATURES OF LABYRINTH: This book features an in-depth look at every creature from the world of Labyrinth, covering the beloved 1986 movie as well as the wider world of the Goblin King’s realm, including the hit comics and the original novelization.

• AN EPIC ADDITION TO YOUR HOME LIBRARY: A gorgeous volume filled with incredible artwork, Jim Henson's Labyrinth: Bestiary is the definitive tribute to the fantastical creatures of this much-loved classic.

Jim Henson's Labyrinth: Bestiary: A Definitive Guide to the Creatures of the Goblin King's Realm will be released June, 7 2022 and can be pre-ordered through Amazon. 

Labyrinth Tarot Deck and Guidebook!

If you'd like some help seeing into the future of Insight Editions plans with their Jim Henson Company license look no further then the just released Labyrinth Tarot Deck and Guidebook. 

Below is the official description and a look at some of the cards.

Let Jareth, Sarah, Hoggle, and other beloved characters from Jim Henson's Labyrinth guide your tarot practice with the official Labyrinth Tarot Deck.

Characters from Jim Henson’s beloved classic Labyrinth try their hand at tarot in this whimsical take on a traditional 78-card tarot deck, which reimagines Jareth, Sarah, Hoggle, and other denizens of Goblin City in original illustrations based on classic tarot iconography. Featuring both the Major and Minor Arcana, the set also comes with a helpful guidebook with explanations of each card’s meaning, as well as simple spreads for easy readings. Packaged in a sturdy, decorative gift box, this stunning deck of tarot cards is the perfect gift for Labyrinth fans and tarot enthusiasts everywhere.

78 TAROT CARDS:

Beautifully-illustrated cards featuring favorite characters from Labyrinth including Sarah, Hoggle and Jareth the Goblin King.

 

  

ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATIONS:

Each card is a work of art featuring an original, detailed image of iconic characters and scenes from Labyrinth. 

 

MAJOR AND MINOR ARCANA:

An authentic tarot deck that can be used for enlightening and entertaining readings.

HELPFUL GUIDEBOOK: 

Includes an introduction to creating and reading spreads for beginners, and the meanings behind each of the cards.

Insight Editions' Labyrinth Tarot Deck and Guidebook is available now from Amazon and your local bookstore. 

Fraggle Rock: The Ultimate Visual History - Now Available!

After a few delays Insight Editions' Fraggle Rock - The Ultimate Visual History is finally  available... TODAY!

Below is the official description a few sample pages: 

It’s been over thirty-five years since the irrepressible Fraggles first hit the screen in the beloved children’s television hit Fraggle Rock. Created by the legendary Jim Henson, along with Michael K. Frith, Jerry Juhl, Duncan Kenworthy, and Jocelyn Stevenson, Fraggle Rock remains a favorite of fans to this day. This delightful volume tells the incredible story of the bighearted show that helped instill open-minded values in a whole generation of viewers. 

Fraggle Rock: The Ultimate Visual History follows the show’s creation, from early concepts to the incredible puppetry that brought the unforgettable characters, such as Gobo, Red, and Mokey, to life. Exclusive interviews with Stevenson, Frith, Kenworthy, and several other major contributors reveal fascinating, exclusive insights that take the reader further into Jim Henson’s world than ever before. Featuring a wealth of rare concept art and behind-the-scenes photographs from the archives of The Jim Henson Company, Fraggle Rock: The Ultimate Visual History is the definitive look at one of the best-loved television shows of all time. 

Fraggle Rock: The Ultimate Visual History is available now at your local book store and  through Amazon.

Fraggle Rock: The Ultimate Visual History - New Cover, New Date!

After being first announced in 2013, shelved until 2020, then delayed again, it looks like Insight Editions' Fraggle Rock - The Ultimate Visual History will finally be released this summer.

Insight released updated cover art and it looks like the Fragge Rock logo will be a reflective gold. 

It’s been over thirty-five years since the irrepressible Fraggles first hit the screen in the beloved children’s television hit Fraggle Rock. Created by the legendary Jim Henson, along with Michael K. Frith, Jerry Juhl, Duncan Kenworthy, and Jocelyn Stevenson, Fraggle Rock remains a favorite of fans to this day. This delightful volume tells the incredible story of the bighearted show that helped instill open-minded values in a whole generation of viewers. 

Fraggle Rock: The Ultimate Visual History follows the show’s creation, from early concepts to the incredible puppetry that brought the unforgettable characters, such as Gobo, Red, and Mokey, to life. Exclusive interviews with Stevenson, Frith, Kenworthy, and several other major contributors reveal fascinating, exclusive insights that take the reader further into Jim Henson’s world than ever before. Featuring a wealth of rare concept art and behind-the-scenes photographs from the archives of The Jim Henson Company, Fraggle Rock: The Ultimate Visual History is the definitive look at one of the best-loved television shows of all time. 

 

Fraggle Rock: The Ultimate Visual History will be released August 17, 2021 and be be pre-ordered now through Amazon.

Dark Crystal Mystic and Bestiary Notebooks!

Ready for 2020 to be over? Feeling the need to write down everything? Well, early 2021 brings not one, but two Dark Crystal notebooks. 

From the original film there's The Dark Crystal: Mystic Softcover Notebook. 

And featuring creatures from entire world of Thra is The Dark Crystal: Bestiary Creatures Softcover Notebook.

Both notebooks have 240 ruled pages, a ribbon placeholder, and an elastic band

Simon & Shuster is releasing each notebook January 19, 2021 and both can be pre-ordered through Amazon from the links above.

Labyrinth Tarot Cards Coming Soon!

I see something... something set in the world of Labyrinth ... something not too far in the future...It's so close it's almost Insight.....I see Labyrinth Tarot Cards!

Yes, coming next year are Labyrinth Tarot Cards from our friends at Insight Editions. 

Let Jareth, Sara, Hoggle, and other beloved characters from Jim Henson's Labyrinth guide your tarot practice with the official Labyrinth Tarot Deck.

Characters from Jim Henson’s beloved classic Labyrinth try their hand at tarot in this whimsical take on a traditional 78-card tarot deck, which reimagines Jareth, Sara, Hoggle, and other denizens of Goblin City in original illustrations based on classic tarot iconography. Featuring both the Major and Minor Arcana, the set also comes with a helpful guidebook with explanations of each card’s meaning, as well as simple spreads for easy readings. Packaged in a sturdy, decorative gift box, this stunning deck of tarot cards is the perfect gift for Labyrinth fans and tarot enthusiasts everywhere.

While Labyrinth Tarot Cards and Guidebook won't be released until July 20, 2021, you can pre-order it now through Amazon. 

Win The Dark Crystal: Book of Opposites!

Insight Editions is giving away copies of Dark Crystal: Book of Opposites. 

This colorfully illustrated board book will guide children to help Jen, Kira, and their friends learn about opposites by pointing out the differences between the kind Gelflings and the evil Skeksis. Concepts like fast and slow, light and dark, big and small will be revealed through touch and feel elements.

If you'd like to do the opposite of lose here are the rules:

• Comment on this post
• Like this post
• Share this post
• you may also tag a friend, but only if they do the same
• Winner must provide a physical mailing address, no PO Boxes.
• Open to winners in the US and Canada only

Just like in the presidential election, the winner will be selected Nov 3rd. 

This content is sponsored by Insight Edition

Update:

After placing the names of all the people who liked, shared, and commented on the original post on strips of paper in a bowl we have randomly selected our winner...

Ivan Guerreo!

Congratulations Ivan. Please contact us so we can get send you a copy of Dark Crystal: Book of Opposites!

Thanks to everyone else who participated as well. 

The Dark Crystal: Book of Opposites is available now from Insight Editions 

The Dark Crystal Bestiary Now Available!

As we first reported a few months ago, Insight Editions has a new book that takes an indepth look at the creatures that inhabit the world of Thra -  The Dark Crystal Bestiary.

Below is book's official description:

The Dark Crystal Bestiary is an immersive in-world guide that brings to life the world of Thra and its incredible creatures.

The Dark Crystal Bestiary is the definitive in-depth exploration of the flora and fauna found in the world of Thra. Created by Jim Henson for his 1982 puppet masterpiece, Thra is a remarkable realm in which all living things are connected and the lines between animal, vegetable, and mineral are blurred—rocks can sing and trees can walk! For the first time, this deluxe volume delves into the many creatures, plants, and beings created for the Dark Crystal universe, from the original film through to the expanded universe of novels and comics, and Netflix’s TV series The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. Filled with beautiful illustrations of the many specimens, each accompanied by in-world commentary on their unique biology, The Dark Crystal Bestiary is the ultimate guide to the world of Thra and its inhabitants.

 

The Dark Crystal Bestiary: The Definitive Guide to the Creatures of Thra is available now from Amazon and your local bookstore. 

Look Inside The Dark Crystal: Book of Opposites!

Back in June, we told you about the upcoming The Dark Crystal: Book of Opposites. 

Now, thanks to our friends at Insight Editions, we have a look a few pages inside the book itself.

This colorfully illustrated board book will guide children to help Jen, Kira, and their friends learn about opposites by pointing out the differences between the kind Gelflings and the evil Skeksis. Concepts like fast and slow, light and dark, big and small will be revealed through touch and feel elements.

Illustrated by Bill Robinson, The Dark Crystal: Touch and Feel Book of Opposites will be available October 20th and can be pre-ordered now through Amazon.

The Dark Crystal Bestiary Coming This Fall!

Insight Editions will offer Dark Crystal fans a look at the creatures that inhabit the world of Thra, in this fall's The Dark Crystal Bestiary.

The book will draw from not only what we've seen in movie and the Netflix prequel, but all the worldbuilding that's continued in the comics and short stories. 

These stories will further flesh out Thra's long history, and the ages-old tussle between the Skeksis and the Mystics.

Here’s what the book has to say about the Ursen the Monk, who’s only previously been mentioned in tie-ins about the history of the urRu:

Little is know about urSen the Monk, but that alone demonstrates the unassuming nature of his life. Shortly after the urRu exiled themselves to the Valley of the Mystics, urSen sought further seclusion, moving to a cave on the region’s outskirts. According to urSol the Chanter, it was possible that urSen had witnessed a premonition of his own death and spent the last hundred trine of his life quietly contemplating his impending fate.

Below are few sample pages about the Gelflings, Landstriders, Nurloc, and more. 

Below is book's official description:

The Dark Crystal Bestiary is an immersive in-world guide that brings to life the world of Thra and its incredible creatures.

The Dark Crystal Bestiary is the definitive in-depth exploration of the flora and fauna found in the world of Thra. Created by Jim Henson for his 1982 puppet masterpiece, Thra is a remarkable realm in which all living things are connected and the lines between animal, vegetable, and mineral are blurred—rocks can sing and trees can walk! For the first time, this deluxe volume delves into the many creatures, plants, and beings created for the Dark Crystal universe, from the original film through to the expanded universe of novels and comics, and Netflix’s TV series The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. Filled with beautiful illustrations of the many specimens, each accompanied by in-world commentary on their unique biology, The Dark Crystal Bestiary is the ultimate guide to the world of Thra and its inhabitants.

The Dark Crystal Bestiary: The Definitive Guide to the Creatures of Thra is set to hit shelves on October 13, and is available to preorder now from Amazon.