About Us

Prpl Up Media is a family-owned creative venture founded by Benjamin and Silvia King — two parents inspired by their daughter. Driven by a shared love of storytelling and imagination, they set out to create story-driven content that encourages children, nurtures values, and sparks curiosity: all with a playful, quirky twist.

Based in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, Prpl Up Media is the parent company of Prpl Up Pup, which is a playful, purpose-driven world where young readers discover courage, creativity, and connection through engaging stories, lovable characters, and digital content designed for today’s families.

In 2024, Benjamin, an accomplished fashion designer and creative leader from Lakeland, Florida, wrote and illustrated Up, Up, Pup!, a children’s book inspired by his daughter’s natural curiosity and adventurous spirit. The book’s main character, a lovable purple pup, quickly became a symbol of imagination, bravery, and being true to oneself.

Silvia, a marketing and communications professional originally from Lima, Peru, brought her strategic storytelling skills and brand experience to the project. Together, the couple combined their talents to launch Prpl Up Media; a company rooted in the belief that stories can shape hearts and leave a lasting impact.

The King family moved to Tuscaloosa in early 2025 after Benjamin accepted a new professional opportunity. Shortly after settling in, they launched Prpl Up Media and began preparing for the debut of Up, Up, Pup!, the first picture book in their story-led brand. Now proudly calling Tuscaloosa home, they’re focused on building roots in the community and growing their new business.