Blackstone Publishing will collaborate with Everand, a part of
Scribd, Inc., in a co-publication partnership, aimed to release
timely and timeless nonfiction through Everand's Originals digital
publishing program and Blackstone's print, ebook, and audio book
sales channels.
ASHLAND,
Ore. and NEW YORK,
Aug. 8,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Blackstone Publishing
proudly unveils an exciting collaboration with Everand, a part of
Scribd, Inc., as they join forces in a strategic co-publication
partnership. This landmark alliance heralds a significant step
forward in the publishing realm, uniting two industry leaders to
bring outstanding literary works to a global audience.
"We possess a unique opportunity to harness
our combined capabilities and resources to champion diverse voices,
cultivate innovative ideas, and deliver captivating narratives that
resonate with readers and listeners worldwide."-Anne Fonteneau, Chief Sales Officer,
Blackstone Publishing
The partnership between Blackstone and Everand signifies a
harmonious fusion of expertise, resources, and a mutual dedication
to advancing excellence within the publishing sector. Through this
venture, both entities aim to amplify their individual strengths
and broaden their collective impact on the literary landscape.
Blackstone will co-publish titles in collaboration with Everand,
overseeing manufacturing and distribution across all formats and
markets.
"We are tremendously enthusiastic about embarking on this
co-publication journey with Everand," remarked Anne Fonteneau, Chief Sales Officer of
Blackstone Publishing. "Together, we possess a unique opportunity
to harness our combined capabilities and resources to champion
diverse voices, cultivate innovative ideas, and deliver captivating
narratives that resonate with readers and listeners worldwide."
"Our companies share a passion for experimentation and
innovation," added Charlie Schroder,
Scribd, Inc. Head of Original Content Development and Publishing.
"The collaboration between Blackstone's unique publishing
capabilities and the Everand Originals digital publishing program
unlocks unprecedented opportunities for writers to monetize their
work, and for audiences to read and listen wherever and however
they choose.
The inaugural co-published title under this partnership, THREE
KINGS: Race, Class, and the Barrier-Breaking Rivals Who Redefined
Sports and Launched the Modern Olympic Age by New York Times bestselling author Todd Balf, is released on July 2, 2024. THREE KINGS tells the remarkable
true story behind one of the most legendary sports rivalries of all
time, set amidst the backdrop of the 1924 Paris Olympics. Scheduled
for release on the 100th anniversary of the historic event, and in
anticipation of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, this narrative
promises to thrill audiences who loved Seabiscuit, The Boys in the
Boat, and Balf's own acclaimed Major. Delving into the intricacies
of sports and the athletes who shaped an era, THREE KINGS offers a
riveting and profoundly human account that delves into timeless
themes of competition, achievement, and national identity. Echoing
the spirit of Bonnie Tsui's
bestselling Why We Swim, it also celebrates the enduring allure and
mythology of an ancient sport.
For more information about the co-publication partnership
between Blackstone Publishing and Scribd, please contact
Anne Fonteneau at
anne.fonteneau@blackstonepublishing.com.
About Blackstone Publishing
Founded in 1987, Blackstone continues to pioneer new and creative
ways to bring stories to life. With multiple New York Times Best
Sellers, Grammy award-winning audio productions, and three books
placed on the New York Times Best Books of the Year list,
Blackstone has firmly positioned itself as one of America's fastest
growing and respected publishing houses. A true independent,
privately owned publisher, with offices on both coasts, Blackstone
is home to a vibrant and eclectic community of storytellers and
story lovers, offering hundreds of new titles each month to its
catalog of 17,000+ books. The authors published are as varied as
the books themselves, with works by some of the biggest names in
literature including Gabriel García Márquez, Robert Heinlein, James
Clavell, as well as more contemporary authors like Neil
deGrasse Tyson, Don Winslow,
Robert Downey Jr., Jeneva Rose, Al
Roker, Whoopi Goldberg, Greg
Harden, Norman Reedus, and
many more.
About Everand, a part of Scribd, Inc.
Scribd, Inc. is a multinational technology company focused on the
written and spoken word. Our mission is to spark human curiosity.
Our three brands – Everand, Scribd, and Slide Share – deliver
knowledge, information, and inspiration to billions of people
across the globe. Everand™ is a digital content subscription that
offers millions of ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, news articles,
podcasts, sheet music, and more in one monthly subscription. The
Everand app – available on iOS and Android device as well as web
browsers and Apple Watch – is a destination for stories and
knowledge that constantly adds new and original content in
partnership with the world's leading publishers, authors, and other
storytelling partners.
Media Contact
Sarah Bonamino, Blackstone Publishing, (800) 378-1304,
publicity@blackstonepublishing.com,
https://www.blackstonepublishing.com/
Anne Fonteneau, Blackstone
Publishing, (800) 378-1304 x1022,
anne.fonteneau@blackstonepublishing.com,
https://www.blackstonepublishing.com/
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