About DK

Company Overview

Image : My First 
For the very young and pre-school children DK publishes a fantastic selection of novelty and board books. The My First… range of titles are particularly popular for their colorful design and their simple, bold approach. Over 1.75 million copies of the My First Word Book have been sold worldwide.

An International Player

DK is one of the few genuinely global publishers of illustrated non-fiction, with titles being published in over 40 languages worldwide.

The Future

DK will concentrate on what it does best - creating first-class reference books with spectacular illustrations. DK will continue to create books that present information in a simple, easy-to-understand, attractive way in subject areas that will appeal to readers of all ages. For children, DK wants to play a key role in fostering the joy of learning and the love of books right from the start.

Image : Child at chalkboard
Image: Typical page spreads

Image : Smithsonian AnimalA New Generation of Books for a New Generation of Readers

The publication of Animal in 2001 marked a new benchmark in reference design, aspiring to capture, as close as possible, the movement and drama of the filmed feature.
The design element so crucial in all DK books is moving forward, taking an evolutionary step in these changing times. The books have worldwide appeal essential for today's extensive global market.

Image : Smithsonian Animal

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