Masters of the Universe (Film): The Junior Novel

The official novelization of the live-action movie, which releases in theaters June 5, 2026. Includes an 8-page insert with behind-the-scenes images from the film.

A middle-grade retelling of the live-action movie launching June 5, 2026.

After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam back to Eternia, which has been shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor. To save his family and his world, Adam joins forces with Teela and Man-At-Arms, and embraces his true destiny as He-Man--the most powerful man in the universe. Includes 8 pages of full color images from the film. ?

Author: Steve Behling
Publisher: Mattel
Published: 05/05/2026
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.34lbs
Size: 7.63h x 5.30w x 0.42d
ISBN13: 9781640366046
ISBN10: 1640366040
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Action & Adventure | General
- Juvenile Fiction | Superheroes
- Juvenile Fiction | Media Tie-In

About the Author
Steve Behling is passionate about telling stories for kids. He has written books, comics, articles, puzzles, games, and more for a diverse clientele (including Disney, Marvel, Hasbro, Mattel, and DreamWorks, to name a few). As associate creative director for Marvel Entertainment and Comics Director/Executive Editor for Disney Publishing Worldwide, he has worked with incredible brands like Spider-Man, The Avengers, Phineas and Ferb and Disney/Pixar properties too numerous to name. Steve lives in a top-secret subterranean lair with his wife, two human children, and three-legged wonder beagle, Loomis.

Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children's and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain, and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie(R), Hot Wheels(R), Fisher-Price(R), American Girl(R), Thomas & Friends(R), UNO(R), Masters of the Universe(R), Monster High(R) and MEGA(R), as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming and digital experiences, music, and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us online at mattel.com.]