VIZ Media, the largest publisher, distributor and licensor of manga, graphic novels and anime in North America, has announced a publishing deal with Pretty Ugly to develop a brand new series of original graphic novels based on the bestselling plush character toys - the Uglydolls. The Uglydoll series is scheduled to launch in the Summer of 2013 under the VIZ Kids imprint, and will carry a rating of ‘A’ for All Ages.