NetGalley
Acquisition in 2021
NetGalley operates an online platform designed to connect book publishers with industry professionals, including reviewers, librarians, booksellers, and educators. This service facilitates the promotion of new titles and allows users to request digital advance reading copies (ARCs) of upcoming books. By providing a streamlined platform, NetGalley helps publishers reach their target audiences and gain valuable feedback before a book's official release. The company serves as a bridge between authors and advocates, fostering relationships within the literary community and enhancing the visibility of new publications.
Firebrand Technologies
Acquisition in 2021
Firebrand Technologies is a partner in the book publishing industry, providing software and services that enhance the publishing process. Founded by Fran Toolan in 1987, the company originally operated as Quality Solutions, Inc. Firebrand develops innovative tools that support creativity while ensuring efficient workflows for all segments of the publishing community, including trade, academic, and audio publishers, as well as distributors and service providers. Their Title Management Enterprise Software facilitates the tracking of titles from pre-acquisition to post-production, while the Eloquence on Demand service streamlines the distribution of metadata and digital content to numerous trading partners. In addition to these offerings, Firebrand’s sister company, NetGalley, provides digital galleys to professional readers, and Direct2Reader helps publishers sell directly to consumers. The company also hosts educational opportunities such as conferences and webinars to empower publishers and promote industry collaboration. By combining robust technology with a commitment to the publishing community, Firebrand Technologies aims to foster creativity and efficiency for publishers of all sizes.
Galaxy
Corporate Round in 2020
Galaxy is an Internet media company. They provide galaxybooks, a service that helps people in various specialised fields publish and sell books . Their services include GalaxyBooks, BTEN, and writer farms.
MANGANEWS
Acquisition in 2017
Manga Shimbun is a manga media that aims to be a "Manga Manuscript that enriches your time.
Pubridge
Acquisition in 2017
Pubridge, officially known as Digital Publishing Initiatives Japan Co., Ltd., specializes in electronic publishing services tailored for the Japanese market. The company focuses on the digitization of publications, offering a range of services that include electronic publishing, the creation of electronic books, digital data storage, and distribution. Pubridge also assists in the promotion of its clients' works by generating and disseminating bibliographic information. Through its comprehensive offerings, the company aims to enhance the reading culture in Japan while providing unique value to customers in the evolving landscape of digital literature.
Flier is a platform that develops and operates a web-based service providing information and summaries about a wide range of books. The service hosts a website where users can access concise book summaries and related details to support learning and decision making. Flier also offers Flier Business, a corporate HR development service centered on book summaries to promote both individual growth and organizational capability.
Amazia
Venture Round in 2015
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2009, Amazia is a global manga platform that operates and manages manga applications worldwide. It offers Manga BANG!, a service providing a wide range of manga titles for users, and Manga Epic!, allowing manga artists to showcase their work.