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Parragon Books company history timeline

1992

In 1992, Parragon shifted focus through a trial bargain book table placed in Asda's grocery store in Nuneaton.

2007

In 2007, Parragon launched its global cookbook imprint, 'Love Food'. Parragon has sold over 100 million Love Food books worldwide.

2011

In 2011, Parragon renewed their existing license with Discovery Kids which included rights to publish titles in eBook format.

2012

In May 2012, Nickelodeon, Viacom Consumer Products and Parragon announced Parragon's acquisition of master publishing rights for the Nickelodeon entertainment brand portfolio.

In 2012 Parragon launched its stationery imprint, Life Canvas.

2013

In 2013, Parragon announced a licensing partnership with Mattel for publishing rights to their Monster High brand in the UK, North America and Germany.

2014

In 2014, Parragon acquired publishing rights for Mattel brand 'Ever After High'.

2017

In 2017, Parragon revealed a redesign of the in-house imprint Start Little Learn Big.

2018

In 2018, Parragon announced its closure.

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Founded
1988
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Headquarters
Rolling Meadows, IL
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Founders
Guy Parr,Paul Anderson
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