News & Press
Here you will find news and press releases from Saga Egmont.
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The Success of Indie Authors: A Game Changer for Traditional Publishing
For more than a decade, the share of self-published works on the market has been growing compared to traditionally published works. The Internet was a true revolution in many aspects; and one that didn’t spare the editing world. It was a crucial tool to weaving a direct link between authors and readers, allowing indie authors…
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100 years of love: Introducing Barbara Cartland’s Romantic Sub-Genres
Barbara Cartland, a renowned novelist, wrote 723 books throughout her lifetime, having published her first novel, “Jigsaw,” in 1925. Her literary contributions have resulted in global sales surpassing one billion books. To many, she is celebrated as a romantic author, earning her the well-deserved title as ‘the undisputed queen of romance.’ However, her extensive catalogue…
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Saga Egmont Acquires Share in the Popular ‘Rasmus Klump’ Brand
Saga Egmont has successfully secured a significant 50% ownership in Rasmus Klump P/S, marking a promising new chapter in the publisher’s commitment to creating relatable and high-quality content for children. As co-owner alongside Tivoli, Saga Egmont is getting ready to innovate the charming world of ‘Rasmus Klump’ to resonate with young readers. This acquisition from…
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Book-to-Screen Adaptations: What Movie and Series to Watch ?
From The Handmaid’s Tale to Gossip Girl, many books have been adapted to the screens. On the occasion of the new movie Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (2025) being released in cinemas, here is small selection of books published by Saga Egmont that have been successfully adapted New and Improved Bridget Jones Audiobooks More…
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100 Years of Love: 2025 Marks 100 Years of Barbara Cartland’s Versatile Romances
Setting the spotlight on Dame Barbara Cartland’s legacy during the 100th year of her authorship. Proving to be more than “just” romance, Cartland’s novels have stood the test of time and continue to charm readers worldwide. A century of stories that readers still adore. That calls for celebration. Commencing her writing journey in 1925 with…
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Expanded Partnership Between Danielle Steel and Saga Egmont
30 Titles Across Multiple Formats to Be Released in Polish from 2025 Saga Egmont is expanding their partnership with best-selling author Danielle Steel adding selected titles for Polish translation to delight Polish readers, thereby enhancing Steel’s global reach further. In 2023 Saga Egmont broadened their collaboration with Steel adding Swedish, Finnish and Icelandic titles to…
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Saga Egmont to Publish Audio Dramas of Astrid Lindgren’s Beloved Classics
On the occasion of Pippi Longstocking’s 80th anniversary in 2025, Saga Egmont takes the next step in its collaboration with The Astrid Lindgren Company and launches six new audio dramas based on the beloved stories of Pippi Longstocking and Emil in Lönneberga. Saga Egmont has been a global partner of The Astrid Lindgren Company since…
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Saga Egmont Expands Partnership with Best-selling Author Lynda La Plante for Multi-language deal
International publisher Saga Egmont is expanding the partnership with world-renowned British author, Lynda La Plante. Apart from being the author behind the successful TV show Prime Suspects, La Plante’s works have sold more than 15 million copies worldwide, appealing to readers globally. With the new agreement, Saga Egmont will publish a dozen of La Plante’s…
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Disney and More – Saga Egmont Expands Children’s Audiobook Program
Saga Egmont Germany is increasingly focusing on young listeners and has decided to expand its portfolio of audiobooks specifically for the age group three to nine years. A central component of the expansion is the publication of 85 audiobooks by Disney based on successful films such as “Frozen”, “Cars” and “Finding Nemo”, which are now…
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A Year of Synergy: Highlights From the 2024 Collaboration Between Saga Egmont and Cappelen Damm
Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Iceland, Finland, and France now have access to new crime and romance best-sellers, thanks to Saga Egmont’s collaboration with Norway’s biggest publisher Cappelen Damm. This marks 2024 as a strong year for the European publishing scene. The ongoing partnership between the two publishers has expanded the reach of Nordic literature, benefiting both…
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Norway’s undisputed crime queen celebrates 70 years and 50 years as an author
This month marks Norway’s undisputed crime queen turning 70. Over the past fifty years, Karin Fossum has gained recognition from critics and readers as an author in a number of genres. On the occasion of the anniversary, Cappelen Damm is publishing a newly written essay in which Fossum gives an insight into her own writing for the first time.
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Saga Egmont Continues Major Collaboration with Cappelen Damm to Translate and Publish More Norwegian Series in Scandinavia
Saga Egmont and Cappelen Damm, Norway’s largest publisher, have entered into a significant collaboration to translate and publish an additional five Nordic Sagas in Scandinavia. This marks one of the largest translation projects undertaken between the two publishers in recent times, continuing the success of the ‘Nordic Sagas’ concept – a collection of binge-worthy book series told in Scandinavian settings.
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Partnership: Saga Egmont and Cappelen Damm is Teaming Up to Introduce Karin Fossum’s Popular Crime Stories in Denmark, Germany, and Sweden
Saga Egmont, a frontrunner in digital publishing, is thrilled to announce that their strategic partnership with Norwegian publisher Cappelen Damm is taking Karin Fossum’s Nordic crime stories across borders to meet new readers.