NEW YORK, NY – In a landmark move set to electrify the world of personal growth and spiritual wisdom, Macmillan Publishers has acquired of the entire catalog of Sounds True — a trailblazing leader in the Mind, Body, Spirit realm. This game-changing deal includes an incredible lineup of books, e-books, audiobooks, and original audio content, spanning a revered backlist, exciting upcoming titles, and transformative audio originals.
Books and e-books will find a new home under St. Martin’s Essentials, an innovative imprint of the St. Martin’s Publishing Group, while the dynamic audio content will be unleashed through Macmillan Audio, amplifying its reach to listeners everywhere.
“Sounds True has been a trusted partner and a beacon of inspiration,” exclaimed Jon Yaged, CEO of Macmillan Publishers. “Having witnessed their passion and dedication firsthand, we’re thrilled to deepen our commitment to content that empowers people to live with greater intention, clarity, and purpose. This acquisition is more than a business move — it’s a mission to elevate voices that transform lives.”
Jennifer Enderlin, President and Publisher of the St. Martin’s Publishing Group, echoed the excitement: “We are proud to welcome Sounds True’s exceptional publishing program into our family. Tami Simon’s remarkable legacy over the past 40 years is truly inspiring, and we’re eager to carry the torch forward, bringing Sounds True’s authors and messages into a new era of influence and impact.”
Mary Beth Roche, President and Publisher of Macmillan Audio, added: “Sounds True has set the gold standard in wellness and personal growth audiobooks. We’re ecstatic to incorporate this inspiring content into the Macmillan Audio lineup, expanding its reach to our ever-growing community of listeners seeking transformation and insight.”
Join us as we welcome an illustrious lineup of authors — from mindfulness pioneer Jon Kabat-Zinn and spiritual guide Pema Chödrön to renowned teachers like Tara Brach, Wim Hof, and Jack Kornfield. Their voices will now resonate louder than ever, inspiring millions on their journeys to well-being.
For Sounds True, this strategic evolution enables a sharper focus on its booming direct-to-consumer ventures — online courses, live events, and digital media — ensuring their empowering messages reach a global audience.
“Macmillan shares our values and our unwavering commitment to authors and their transformative messages,” said Tami Simon, Founder of Sounds True. “After forty incredible years, this partnership marks an exciting new chapter — one filled with growth, purpose, and limitless possibilities.”
Discover more about the storied histories of Macmillan and Sounds True at https://us.macmillan.com/about and https://www.soundstrue.com. Stay tuned — a new era of awakening and insight is just beginning!
