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Penguin Random House: A Historical Overview of the World's Largest Trade Publisher

WHAT'S THE STORY?

What's Happening?

Penguin Random House LLC, the world's largest English-language trade book publisher, is a division of Bertelsmann AG. The company assumed its current form in 1998 after Bertelsmann acquired it, merging with Bantam Doubleday Dell. Penguin Random House publishes a wide range of fiction and nonfiction across various formats, including hardcover, paperback, audio, and digital. The publisher has a global reach, with subsidiaries in Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, and its books are sold worldwide.
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Why It's Important?

Penguin Random House's extensive publishing network and diverse imprints allow it to reach a wide audience, promoting literature and education globally. The company's commitment to publishing high-quality literature has earned it numerous awards, including Nobel Prizes and Pulitzer Prizes. Its global presence and ability to publish in multiple formats make it a significant player in the publishing industry, influencing literary trends and providing access to diverse voices and stories.

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