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RBmedia acquires Boldwood Books in U.K.

PRIVATEAug 04, 20265 days ago

Acquiring Company

RBmedia

Acquired Company

Boldwood Books

LandoverIsabelaInformation TechnologyPublishingEbooks

Description

RBmedia has acquired the U.K. publisher Boldwood Books, which will operate as a division under RBmedia. This move is expected to enhance RBmedia's international publishing capabilities while allowing Boldwood to retain its operational independence. The acquisition is part of RBmedia's strategy to expand its reach in multi-format publishing.

Company Information

Company

RBmedia

Location

Landover, Maryland, United States

About

RBmedia is the leading audiobook publisher in the world. With more than 66,000 titles, our audiobooks continually top key literary awards and bestseller lists. The company’s powerful digital retail and library distribution network reaches millions of listeners around the globe—at home, in the car, and everywhere their mobile devices go. Our titles are available on leading audio platforms, including Audible, Spotify, Apple, Google Play, Audiobooks.com, Storytel, OverDrive, Hoopla, and many more. Find out more at rbmediaglobal.com.

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