Knaur

Knaur is a German publishing house and imprint that operates within the Droemer Knaur group. Established in the 20th century as an independent publisher, it developed a broad catalog across fiction and non-fiction and became a well-known name in the German publishing scene.

The program of Knaur includes a mix of literary fiction, genre fiction such as crime and romance, and non-fiction titles ranging from biographies to popular science. The imprint has aimed to balance commercial appeal with accessible, well-edited works, appealing to wide readerships in German-speaking countries.

Historically, Knaur became part of the Droemer Knaur entity through a corporate consolidation that integrated its catalog and editorial strengths with those of Droemer. This relationship positioned Knaur within a larger publishing framework, enabling broader distribution, rights sales, and marketing capacities for its titles.

In the modern publishing market, Knaur continues to release titles in multiple formats, including mass-market and trade editions, and engages in international rights licensing to reach audiences beyond Germany. The imprint is known for treating both German-language authors and translated works, reflecting contemporary trends in German publishing.

Knaur remains a recognizable brand within the Droemer Knaur portfolio, contributing to a diverse lineup of fiction and non-fiction that aims to attract varied reader interests while maintaining editorial standards associated with its parent group.