Hachette Book Group (HBG) is a leading publisher based in New York City. It is a division of Hachette Livre, the second-largest trade and educational publisher in the world and a subsidiary of the French media company Lagardère. HBG was formed in 2006 through the merger of Time Warner Book Group and the Hachette Livre-owned Little, Brown and Company.
HBG publishes a wide range of books, including fiction, non-fiction, children's books, and reference works. Some of the company's most well-known imprints include Little, Brown and Company, Grand Central Publishing, FaithWords, and Hachette Books.
HBG's authors include many of the world's most renowned and best-selling writers, such as James Patterson, J.K. Rowling, Malcolm Gladwell, and many more. The company has a strong presence in the adult fiction and non-fiction markets, with a particular focus on biographies, history, current events, and business books. HBG also has a robust children's and YA publishing division, with a reputation for publishing quality and diverse books for young readers.
HBG's mission is to discover, publish, and promote books of the highest literary and commercial quality. The company is committed to publishing a diverse range of voices and stories, reflecting the world's complexity and richness. It is also focused on innovation and adapting to the changing landscape of the publishing industry, by embracing digital technologies and new formats, and reaching readers through various channels.
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