Skyhorse Publishing is partnering with Culinary Book Creations ceo James O. Fraioli to launch a new cookbook imprint, Golden Grove Publishing. Fraioli and Skyhorse senior editor Jesse McHugh will lead the line. “Since its founding, Skyhorse has been committed to publishing a wide range of practical books, which have been and continue to be a huge part of our success,” Skyhorse publisher Tony Lyons said in a release. “We’re excited to tap James’s expertise to produce high-end cookbooks that celebrate successful chefs and restaurants in the American food scene.”
New Imprints
Imprints: Caleb and Kyle Publishing
German independent audiobook publisher Audio-To-Go is launching a new English-language imprint for the US and UK called Caleb and Kyle Publishing. The imprint is headquartered in Ireland. The list will combine English-language originals with previously unpublished English translations of successful German titles and will debut in May 2026. First titles include THE LION’S CLAWS by Mac P. Lorne, from his bestselling Robin Hood series, narrated in English for the first time by John Lee. The first audio originals include Catriona Shine’s HABITAT, Estelle Birdy’s RAVELLING, and Mark McCrum’s THE FESTIVAL MURDERS.
Imprints: WhoopInk
Whoopi Goldberg is partnering with Blackstone Publishing to launch an imprint called WhoopInk, focused on bringing “fresh, diverse new talent to the marketplace.” Goldberg plans to be “intimately involved” with the imprint. First titles include a follow-up to Goldberg’s memoir Bits and Pieces and Blackstone executive Rick Bleiweiss’s next novel in his Pignon Scorbion & the Barbershop Detectives series. Goldberg said in a statement, “I am personally looking forward to finding new authors, working with established authors, and bringing influential voices into this curated imprint.”
Imprints: Tucker Carlson Books
Skyhorse Publishing will launch a new imprint with media host Tucker Carlson. The imprint is a partnership with Carlson’s media company, which has a revenue sharing agreement with the publisher, according to the WSJ. Carlson and his business partner Neil Patel “also launched a precious metals company and a nicotine pouch company.” The first list will include Russell Brand’s How To Become a Christian In Seven Days, Milo Yiannopoulos’ Ex Gay, and Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong’s Killing Cancer. Brand’s literary agent and previous UK publisher, Bluebird Books dropped the author due to sexual assault allegations. Brand faces rape and sexual assault […]
Imprints: Abrams Well
Abrams has announced a new wellness imprint called Abrams Well. Vice president and editorial director Holly Dolce is leading the imprint, which will publish five to six titles annually with its inaugural releases beginning in Spring 2027. “The wellness landscape can feel vast and confusing, especially now,” says Dolce. “ABRAMS Well authors are tastemakers who are shaping the conversation about wellness with advice that is grounded in both expertise and lived experience. Our books encourage readers to prioritize vitality, strength, and resilience at every stage of their lives.” First titles include: Jess Damuck’s GREEN GODDESS; Heng Ou’s THE SECOND SPRING: […]
Paramount Returns to Book Publishing
This year Paramount will launch a book publishing arm for its IP properties and original stories. Paramount Global Publishing will publish books for all ages in print, audio, and ebook formats in the US and Canada, with “plans to expand to other markets in the future,” according to the press release. They have not yet announced the distribution partner for their titles, and the studio “will continue its licensing strategy” with other publishers. The books division will be led by Amy Jarashow as head of global publishing, reporting to products & experiences president Josh Silverman. Jarashow was previously in leadership […]