Simon & Schuster

Simon & Schuster is one of the world's most prominent publishing houses, originally founded in New York City in 1924 by Richard L. Simon and M. Lincoln Schuster. The company initially gained fame for publishing crossword puzzle books and eventually grew into a global powerhouse in the literary world, publishing thousands of titles annually across various genres.

While the company was owned by Paramount Global (formerly ViacomCBS) for many years, it underwent a significant ownership change in 2023. It was acquired by the private equity firm KKR, which now holds ultimate ownership. Despite these corporate shifts, Simon & Schuster remains headquartered in the United States and continues to operate as a major player in the 'Big Five' of English-language publishing.

Manufacturing and printing of Simon & Schuster books occur in multiple countries, primarily based on the distribution market. While a significant portion of their physical production is handled within the United States for the North American market, they also utilize international printing facilities to serve global audiences efficiently.