“We are excited to see the return of so many exhibitors and the arrival of some fresh faces for Toy Fair 2020,” said Rebecca Deeming, acting head of Toy Fair.

Aconyte will start a monthly publication schedule from early summer 2020, producing paperbacks and ebooks for the US, UK and export trade.

Firm is responsible for products including Anki Overdrive and Cozmo.

“In addition to the winners, this is a celebration of all of our studio and agency partners,” said Hasbro’s Rich Mazel.

The LEGO Braille Bricks kit is expected to launch in 2020 and will be distributed free of charge to select institutions.

“We expect our competitors to respect Spin Master’s intellectual property and will take forceful steps if we believe our rights are being infringed,” said Ben Gadbois, Spin Master’s Global President and COO.

Tabletop projects made up the largest slice, contributing $687m.

“The global Hasbro team is executing very well and delivered a good start to the year,” said Brian Goldner, Hasbro’s chairman and chief executive officer.

Sales of wooden toys are up 15% at John Lewis this year.

Making Things’ Fi Murray, Triclops Studios’ Rob Ames and Worlds Apart’s James Austin-Smith will look to convince creative consultant Deej Johnson that their pet hate deserves to go into Room 101.