Independent Publishers Group has added five publishers to its sales and distribution programs:
Pegasus Books, the children's division of B. Jain Publishers, which started in 1966 and focuses on homeopathy. Launched in 2008, Pegasus has an aim to create a world where every child can develop a sense of curiosity, connection, and be screen-free. Pegasus has published more than 2,000 books that have been translated into more than 30 languages. (Effective January 1, U.S. and Canada.)
Pop Icons, a series of illustrated biographies of icons of pop culture, ranging from Stephen King to H.P. Lovecraft, from J.R.R. Tolkien to Philip K. Dick. The book-magazines are published by Financière de Loisirs and its media arm, L'Écran Fantastique, and feature 60 to 70 illustrations by top comic book artists. (Effective January 1, U.S. and Canada.)
Cassava Republic Press, which is dedicated to bringing outstanding writing from Africa and its diaspora to readers around the world. Founded in Abuja, Nigeria, in 2006 and expanded to London in 2016, Cassava publishes fiction, nonfiction and children's books. (Effective November 1, U.S. and Canada.)
Rhiza Press, a boutique Australian press that publishes books with new and established authors under several imprints, including Wombat Books, the children's list for primary school aged children; Rhiza Edge, featuring teen fiction; and Rhiza Shorts, with a list for reluctant or disengaged teen readers. (Effective January 1, U.S. and Canada.)
Erickson International, an Italian educational publisher founded in 1984 whose titles offer ideas, methodologies, and practical tools to support those who deal with the integration of people with disabilities, learning difficulties, remediation and support, social problems and issues relating to adolescence. Erickson is a trusted resource for professionals seeking solutions that improve learning, support diverse needs, and promote inclusive education. It currently has a backlist of 2,000 titles in Italian and is developing an English-language publishing program. (Effective May 1, 2027, U.S. and Canada.)