Effective August 1, Simon & Schuster will handle distribution in North America of new and backlist publishing for Ryland, Peters & Small, including its CICO Books line. Effective January 1, S&S will handle the company's trade sales in the U.S.
Founded in 1995, Ryland, Peters & Small, with headquarters in London, publishes lifestyle books in categories that include interior design, gardening, gastronomy, arts & crafts, children's crafts and activities, mind, body & spirit, as well as specialty gift items.
Ryland, Peters & Small president David Peters commented: "We are a boutique lifestyle publisher whose aim it is to inspire and delight everyone who picks up one of our beautifully designed and illustrated books. Working with Simon & Schuster, we look forward to sharing our message and strengthening our sales and distribution channels in the North American market."
Steve Black, v-p, client services, Simon & Schuster, said, "Ryland, Peters & Small is well-known for recruiting some of the very best talent for their premier and aesthetically pleasing books. They have an unparalleled knack for serving niche markets--with outstanding sales as a testament to their expertise."