Human Kinetics buys Lotus Publishing for undisclosed sum

American trade and academic publisher Human Kinetics has bought Lotus Publishing, a small Sussex-based press focused on highly illustrated titles in anatomy, sport and health.  

The list of roughly 50 titles will be added to the Human Kinetics portfolio as a new imprint: Lotus Books. The price of the sale has not been disclosed.  

Human Kinetics, based in Illinois is the leader in physical activity, health, and sport publishing, including titles such as Strength Training Anatomy and Yoga Anatomy. The employee-owned company is also the publishing partner of organisations as the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE America), the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR), and Toronto-based canfitpro.  

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