Germany’s Eichborn Verlag, which has endured a year of troubles and transition, is being sold to privately-owned Bastei Luebbe. Owner and publisher Stefan Luebbe says in the announcement, “Eichborn also has great authors and a strong reputation for unconventional, off the beaten track iconic books. Both companies share a belief in the creative power of authors, editors and marketing. Together, we will be in an enviable position to face future challenges as a major independent media force.” Luebbe sold 30 million euros of bonds recently, though the publisher said the borrowings were unrelated to any acquisitions. Die Welt says that […]