News & Press
Here you will find news and press releases from Saga Egmont.
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Saga Egmont Celebrates Jeffrey Archer Jubilee with Several New Editions Across Audiobook, E-book and Print Formats
Jeffrey Archer’s authorship is a global phenomenon with international sales surpassing 300 million copies. Series such as ‘The Clifton Chronicles’, ‘Kane and Abel’, and ‘William Warwick’ have a vast and loyal fanbase all over the globe. The international publisher Saga Egmont is a close publishing partner of Archer’s through many years - having published Jeffrey Archer’s titles in 14 languages such as German, Swedish, Finnish, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Czech, and English among others.
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Why the Romance Genre Still Works: 100 Years of Reading Barbara Cartland
This year marks the 100th anniversary from when the first book by the English phenomenon that is Barbara Cartland was published. Showcasing a century of love stories and over 700 engaging novels, Barbara Cartland’s vast influence on literature is easily recognizable. As a prolific writer of romantic fiction, Cartland continues to fascinate contemporary audiences.
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Famous Friends and Guinness World Record Winner: Here Are 6 Things You Didn’t Know About Author Barbara Cartland
Despite her public persona, many intriguing aspects of the famous English writer Barbara Cartland’s life remain less explored. From her musical activities and speed of writing to her high-profile friendships, here are some lesser-known aspects to explore about this beloved and influential novelist. Not familiar with Barbara Cartland’s books yet? Dive into Cartland’s diverse catalogue…
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Why readers still LOVE Barbara Cartland 100 years after her first publication
“As always, my favorite author. Collected her books since young and her story […] allows me to escape into the 18th century” – Reader review of a Barbara Cartland novel Barbara Cartlands very first novel “Jigsaw” was presented to the English readers in 1925. A hundred years ago. Since then, she has published 723 books…
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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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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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Best-Selling Author Danielle Steel and Saga Egmont’s New Expanded Partnership
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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Astrid Lindgren’s Beloved Classics to be Published as Audio Drama by Saga Egmont
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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Best-selling Author Lynda La Plante’s Partnership with Saga Egmont Expanded 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 Powerful 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 Karin Fossum 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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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.
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