W.W. Norton & Co. will handle print and digital distribution in the U.S., Canada, and other international markets for Akashic Books, effective January 1, 2024. Founded in 1997, Akashic Books publishes a range of fiction, nonfiction, art books, music books, children's picture books, and young adult titles. It has published more than 500 books and is distributed in the U.K. and Europe by Turnaround.
Akashic publisher and co-founder Johnny Temple said, "Since our inception, W.W. Norton & Co. has been a guiding light and a true role model for us as a passion-driven, detail-obsessed independent company. When Norton agreed to take over our distribution for the U.S., Canada, Australia, and other territories worldwide, we were incredibly honored and humbled. Their sales force has a stellar reputation, and we are excited to join the Norton team."
Steven Pace, sales director at Norton, said, "We value and share their mission as an independent publisher. We look forward to a long and successful partnership. We have admired their editorial reach and hope to focus the marketplace to their strengths and talents."