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15 NPD monthly column Frederique Tutt looks at why the UK toy market is not growing
as much as it used to, or arguably could. 26 Have you considered... One Direction-
branded products? 1D is one of the biggest bands on the planet right now, and the retail market is fi lling up with branded goods; why should toy retailers take note?
38 Tech toys Toy World looks at how technological toys are faring in the
trade.
47 Touching Base This month we asked suppliers for their views on the third-
party websites debate.
48 Plush toys Toy World reports on the Plush Toys category; a core offering
for most toy retailers.
60 Autumn Fair Preview Toy World takes a look at what to expect from Autumn Fair
International 2013.
66 Wooden toys Another staple category in the toy trade, Wooden Toys
continues to experience strong support. 33 Fresh
CONTENTS August 2013 volume 2 issue 11 38 Tech toys
Regulars 05 From the publisher 06 News 08 From the editor 12 Industry Moves 14 Marketing World 16 Licensing World 19 Talking Shop 21 Indie viewpoint 33 Fresh 35 Viewpoint 74 Allegedly
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