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One of the big surprises at the annual New York Toy Fair this years was a new line of folk music-themed toys by a brand-new company called FolkCo. Following the success of toys based on such well known rock 'n' roll acts as Kiss, Alice Cooper, and Ozzy Osborne, FolkCo has created a new set of toys for the folk fan, shown here for the first time in a Dirty Linen exclusive report. We're sure these toys will be on the top of many holiday lists this year.

The big money seems to be in action figures, those posable, accessory-heavy dolls we all love. A leader in this field is Dar Williams, who has come out with the first of her Folk Superstar series. The Dar Doll already has her own line of folk-gear (sold separately), as well as a tour bus, "Dar's Folk Haven" playhouse, and a mini independent recording studio with working microphones. To quote her slogan, "She's spunky, she's cute, and she's coming to a toy store near you."