Stable Distribution, the recently formed distribution division of the Stable Book Group in partnership with Hachette Book Group, has announced its "first wave" of publishing partners. The division launches in January 2026.
National Book Travelers, consisting of Imprint Group (West), Fujii Associates (Midwest), and Como Sales (East), has been appointed to represent the U.S. independent and educational wholesale markets. Manda Group will represent all sales channels in the Canadian market.
Chris Gruener, CEO of the Stable Book Group, said, "This first group of 15 publishers reflects what the Stable is all about--distinct editorial visions, entrepreneurial teams, and books with defined audiences. By combining Hachette's world‑class operations with a purpose‑built sales organization and our Perfect Bound technology, we're creating an advantage for independents at every stage of a book's life."
Including most of Stable Book Group's imprints and partners, the 15 distribution publishers are:
Bushel & Peck Books, a children's publisher known for its book‑for‑book promise: for every book sold, one is donated to a child in need.
Empress Editions, which amplifies midlife women's voices with a list that includes rom-coms, humorous midlife fiction, romantasy, and prescriptive nonfiction.
Fayetteville Mafia Press, which specializes in pop culture books with a focus on David Lynch, television, and sports. It will soon enter the adventure genre with The Midas Touch, a new book from the writers of the Natural Treasures franchise.
Galpón Press, the publishing imprint founded by industry veteran Michael Jacobs and Sheridan Hay that specializes in projects of passion and interest--local, regional, seasonal, and literary.
Islandport Press, a Maine publisher focusing on stories rooted in Maine and New England in adult and children's categories.
Notable Kids, a children's house that focuses on picture and chapter books that have won numerous national awards.
Montague Books, Stable's new hybrid imprint offering both fiction and nonfiction publishing, combining editorial and design services with generous royalties and author collaboration.
Mountain Gazette Books, a new imprint from the outdoor magazine focusing on mountain culture and adventure.
PUG (Pan‑Universal Galactic Worldwide), a new hybrid publisher from industry veterans John Nee and John Barber, focusing on comics, graphic novels, art books, and more.
Trafalgar Square Books, an equestrian publisher known for its authoritative and beautifully produced titles on horses, riding, and the New England natural world.
Skybox Press, a custom publisher of sports commemorative books and official team histories created in partnership with professional sports leagues.
Ulysses Press, which focuses on lifestyle, pop culture, self-help, humor, and how-to titles.
VeloPress Books, which specializes in endurance sports, publishing training guides, biographies, and fitness books for runners, cyclists, triathletes, and passionate athletes.
Whitefox, a U.K. publishing services agency that partners with authors, global brands, and organizations to create books.
Worldwide Buddies, a children's publisher that creates picture books and games designed for little ones to explore the world and celebrate cultures through fun, playful ways.