| Parent company | Penguin Group |
|---|---|
| Founder | Ann Beneduce |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Headquarters location | New York City |
| Official website | penguin |
Philomel Books is a children's literatureimprint ofPenguin Books USA. The imprint was founded by Ann Beneduce, who was succeeded as publisher byPatricia Lee Gauch.[1][2][3]
Philomel publishes the series of children's booksThe Ranger's Apprentice byJohn Flanagan and theAlex Rider series byAnthony Horowitz. The imprint also published notable picture books includingThe Day the Crayons Quit andThe Very Hungry Caterpillar.[4]