Penguin Random House India (PRHI), India’s leading publishing house, has partnered with Grin Books, the book publishing arm of the Grin Group, for exclusive distribution rights in India and the subcontinent. PRHI will oversee the sales and distribution of Grin Books’ titles across all sales channels within the region.
Grin Books, named after the Indian philosophical concept ‘Sat Chit Anandam’—eternal bliss, stories, and knowledge that bring a smile to every face—focuses on publishing India’s timeless stories and wisdom for a global audience. Co-founded by Rishi Suri and Hindol Sengupta, Grin Books aims to produce books they themselves would love to read and share with readers worldwide.
Among their notable titles are Ram: A Global History, a study of the Ramayana’s legacy outside India; Life, Death and the Ashtavakra Gita, an exploration of one of Hinduism’s most profound philosophical texts; and Children of the Chinar, a collection of stories celebrating women achievers from Kashmir.
Manoj Satti, SVP, Sales & Product and Division Head – Penguin Select, Penguin Random House India, says, ‘We are excited to join hands with Grin Books, a publishing house that brings fresh perspectives to India’s cultural and historical narratives. This partnership reflects our shared vision of bringing meaningful stories to readers across the subcontinent. Together, we aim to bridge the past and the present, delivering knowledge and inspiration to readers far and wide.’
Rishi Suri, co-founder of Grin Books, adds, ‘We are delighted to partner with Penguin Random House India (PRHI) to take Grin Books to readers across the region. At Grin Books, we cherish the knowledge and wisdom of India, believing these stories have universal relevance and appeal. Collaborating with the wonderful team at PRHI gives us the opportunity to share these narratives with the widest possible audience.’
Hindol Sengupta, co-founder of Grin Books, shares, ‘As a longtime Penguin Random House India (PRHI) author, I am absolutely thrilled to add another exciting dimension to my work with PRHI through this distribution and sales agreement for Grin Books. My journey as an author inspired me to venture into publishing. I love books. I believe in their transformative power and their bright future. Today, beautifully produced books are more sought after than ever, and they remain the best vehicles for taking India’s great stories to the world.’