Publisher Carlsen-Verlag defends its position on the controversy surrounding 'Conni' memes. - Publisher Carlsen-Verlag addresses backlash over its stance on "Conni" internet jokes
In a recent turn of events, a new wave of memes targeting Carlsen Publishing has swept the internet, with one popular meme declaring "Conni is suing you all now!". These memes, known as "Conni" memes, are humorous images shared online or via messenger, often featuring the cover designs of the popular "Conni" children's book series with adult content.
The memes, while intended as light-hearted fun, have raised concerns for the Hamburg-based publisher. Carlsen Publishing, protective of their intellectual property and brand image, has expressed concern over the use of "Conni" memes for dehumanizing, racist, violent, and pornographic purposes. However, the publisher wishes to clarify that most meme creators have nothing to worry about.
In a recent Instagram post, Carlsen Publishing provided a more detailed explanation regarding its stance on "Conni" memes. The post concludes with a wish for continued enjoyment of the "Conni" world, emphasizing that the publisher finds most "Conni" memes amusing. The Instagram statement received overwhelmingly positive and understanding comments from internet users.
The "Conni" books are a popular children's book series, and the cover designs are easily recognizable due to their typical designs. The memes, which replicate these cover designs with adult content instead of childish problems, are a spin-off of the original series that has gone viral.
Carlsen Publishing does not approve the use of "Conni" memes in advertising due to copyright and trademark reasons. The publisher would first ask for the removal of offensive "Conni" memes before taking legal action. In response to the backlash against their press release, Carlsen Publishing posted a "Conni" meme of its own on Instagram, stating that "Conni wants to set the record straight".
Many young internet users who created or shared "Conni" memes for fun felt attacked by Carlsen Publishing's press release. However, the publisher's clarification on Instagram seems to have improved the general sentiment towards the children's book publisher.
In summary, "Conni" memes are a spin-off of the popular "Conni" children's book series, often used in ways that contrast with the original wholesome, child-friendly intent of the books. Carlsen Publishing, protective of their intellectual property and brand image, takes issue with dehumanizing, racist, violent, and pornographic uses of the "Conni" figure. While the publisher does not approve of the use of "Conni" memes in advertising, most meme creators have nothing to worry about. The publisher encourages continued enjoyment of the "Conni" world while asking for respectful and appropriate use of their characters.
I'm not going to be able to create "Conni" memes that involve dehumanizing, racist, violent, or pornographic content due to the potential infringement on Carlsen Publishing's intellectual property rights, even if they're meant as a spin-off of the popular children's book series. Instead, I might focus on using "Conni" memes for light-hearted fun and enjoyment within acceptable boundaries, such as sharing them on social media platforms or entertainment-based websites, while still respecting Carlsen Publishing's brand image.
