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On this website you can browse and buy Usborne books in English, French, German, Spanish, Catalan, Italian, Dutch, Korean and Brazilian Portuguese.

In the UK and certain countries in Europe, you can buy directly from Usborne or from an Independent Usborne Partner. In the USA you can buy books via links to Usborne Books & More, the website of our US distributors.

Elsewhere in the world we provide links to local online retailers who will fulfil and deliver your order. Please check the retailer’s delivery destinations to make sure they deliver where you are.

In China, you can buy Usborne books in English and in Chinese (simplified characters) via online and offline retailers.

Contact Usborne: Can we help you? | Usborne | Be Curious (2024)

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Contact Usborne: Can we help you? | Usborne | Be Curious? ›

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Usborne Publishing, often called Usborne Books, is a British publisher of children's books. Founded by Peter Usborne in 1973, Usborne Publishing uses an in-house team of writers, editors, and designers. One of its sales channels is Usborne Books at Home, a multi-level marketing operation founded in 1981.
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@harpercollins.com or call +1 212-207-7000.

What happened to Usborne books? ›

History of PaperPie

The Home Business Division was previously known as Usborne Books at Home and then renamed Usborne Books & More when we added Kane Miller books. Then in December of 2022 it was again renamed to PaperPie to better reflect its offerings as EDC Publishing aquired SmartLab toys in 2022.

How much does it cost to be an Usborne Consultant? ›

Join today for just £48!

*The cost of our Starter Kit is £48. Partners joining in the EU will be charged £48 + £12 delivery.

How do you get paid with Usborne Books? ›

The benefits of becoming an Independent Usborne Partner

On joining, you will gain access to everything you need to get started and run a successful home-based business. You earn commission on every book you sell, plus there are additional bonuses and rewards as you move your new business forward.

What is Usborne called now? ›

Usborne's new name is PaperPie, a name company representatives said “better defines” who the company represents and clarifies the brand's focus on children's literacy and learning. The rebranding process began in May 2022 and engaged field leadership, staff and outside partners.

Is Usborne books still in business? ›

In the United States, Usborne books are sold and distributed to the retail trade through HarperCollins. Direct customer sales are made through PaperPie, the home business division of Educational Development Corporation.

Who is the owner of Usborne? ›

Usborne was born when founder Peter Usborne found out he was going to be a parent, and he described his career in children's publishing as an extension of being a parent: something that he loved every single day of his life. Peter died in 2023 aged 85 (going on 8). The company is now led by his daughter Nicola Usborne.

How much of a discount do Usborne Consultants get? ›

As soon as you join, you can start selling Usborne Books. New Consultants earn 20% commission on their first $1,000 in sales, and then 25% on retail and party sales after that!

Can you sell Usborne books in a store? ›

If you have a shop and would like to sell Usborne books, we'd love to hear from you. Usborne books are sold in bookshops, toy shops, art galleries, museums, department stores and more.

Is being a PaperPie consultant worth it? ›

The average party has $400 in sales, which equals at least $100 in commission for you (before additional bonuses). That means with just 4 average size parties a month, you can be taking home $400 extra a month for you & your family. Imagine the possibilities of that extra money every month.

What are the benefits of selling Usborne books? ›

As an Independent Usborne Partner, you can reap rewards through earnings that you control, books at special prices, lots of exciting incentives and by doing what you love.

What is the alternative to Usborne Books? ›

Usborne Publishing's top competitors include Bellwether Media, Books-A-Million, and Penguin Books. Bellwether Media specializes in the production of nonfiction books for children, operating within the publishing industry. The company's main offerings include leveled,…

Did PaperPie buy Usborne? ›

You can buy Usborne books in the USA from PaperPie, through their network of Brand Partners. PaperPie used to be known as Usborne Books and More. PaperPie is not owned by Usborne Publishing Ltd (they are an entirely separate company).

How much does it cost to join Usborne? ›

There's no subscription fee - to get started you simply buy a Starter Kit box of Usborne books and stationery, which costs £48. You'll be assigned a mentor, get access to loads of free online training, and be selling before you know it.

Where are Usborne books printed? ›

Usborne is a UK children's publishing company founded by Peter Usborne in 1973, with its headquarters in London, England. All our books are conceived, written and produced at our offices in London, Oxford and Wolverhampton in the UK.

What is the controversial puberty book? ›

It's Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, and Sexual Health is a children's book written by Robie Harris and illustrated by Michael Emberley. The purpose of the book is to inform preadolescent children about puberty by exploring different definitions of sex.

Are Usborne books sold in stores? ›

Usborne books are sold in bookshops, toy shops, art galleries, museums, department stores and more.

What's happening to me, Osbourne? ›

This sensitive, informative guide to puberty for girls tackles everything from body image to mood swings, hormones and first bras.

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