BBC Books is the publishing division of BBC Worldwide that publishes books, magazines, and digital products on topics such as crafts, cooking, gardening, history, natural history, popular culture, and science.
Established in 1986 to publish basic skills books for BBC Radio and TV audiences.
In 1992, BBC Books became the first publisher to be granted a license by BBC Enterprises.
Acquired by Random House in 1998.
Following the merger of Random House and Penguin Group in 2013, BBC Books became an imprint of Penguin Random House UK.
BBC Worldwide sold its interest in the company to Bertelsmann in 2021 as part of a wider agreement that saw Penguin Random House UK merged with Simon & Schuster UK.
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BBC Books publishes a range of fiction and non-fiction books on Doctor Who, the British sci-fi television series. These include novelizations of episodes, original novels, reference books, and more.
BBC Books publishes a range of cooking and baking books, with authors from popular BBC food shows like The Great British Bake Off and MasterChef. These include cookbooks for beginners, books on specific cuisines, and more.
BBC Books publishes a range of natural history books, including books on animals, plants, and the environment. These include field guides, reference books, and more.
BBC Books publishes books, magazines, and digital products on topics such as crafts, cooking, gardening, history, natural history, popular culture, and science.
BBC Books was owned by BBC Worldwide, which sold its interest in the company to Bertelsmann in 2021 as part of a wider agreement that saw Penguin Random House UK merged with Simon & Schuster UK.
Some popular BBC Books titles include Doctor Who novelizations and original novels, cookbooks from popular BBC food shows, and natural history books.
BBC Books are available to purchase from a wide range of book retailers, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Waterstones.
BBC Books is constantly releasing new titles across a range of genres. Check their website or social media pages for the latest updates.