For Immediate Release
ABLAZE Publishing is pleased to announce it has entered into a worldwide distribution agreement with Simon & Schuster. Under the agreement, Simon & Schuster will handle sales, fulfillment, logistics and global distribution of Ablaze’s print formats beginning February 1, 2026.
Founded in 2019, Ablaze Publishing has built a reputation for releasing a variety of titles – in different formats, genres, and age ranges – of original material, art books, international titles from Europe, Asia (manga, manhwa), webtoons, and more.
This relationship with Simon & Schuster significantly enhances Ablaze’s ability to place its titles in major bookstore chains, independent booksellers, online retail platforms and libraries around the world.
“Joining with Simon & Schuster gives us world‑class reach and infrastructure to bring our graphic novels to readers in every channel,” said Rich Young, Co-Founder of Ablaze Publishing. “We believe this alliance will expand our audience and support our mission of delivering bold and innovative storytelling.”
“We’re delighted to welcome Ablaze as a Simon & Schuster distribution client,” said Michael Perlman, Senior Vice President of Simon & Schuster Publishing Services. “They remain dedicated to bringing the highest quality of international stories to readers around the world, and we look forward to helping them expand their global reach.”
