Dutch publisher TDM Publishing will bring its bestselling My First 18 Years series to the U.S. market in October.
The series, which has sold more than 900,000 copies worldwide since its 2022 Dutch debut, consists of 36 hardcover volumes priced at $18.95. Each focuses on a specific birth year and includes cultural touchstones, historical events, and period photographs. The books feature Spotify QR codes linking to period-specific playlists with 180 songs per volume—one for each page of the books.
The U.S. editions have been developed specifically for the American market, with content created by a U.S.-based team. Distribution will cover multiple retail channels, including bookstores, big box chains, gift shops, and airport stores. The launch will be supported by a $200,000 marketing campaign, and the books will be distributed through Ingram.
"To be able to bring TDM's titles in the U.S. is such an honor," said Nick Parker, VP of Ingram Content Group. "The My First 18 Years series is bursting with nostalgia and iconic images for multiple generations." TDM Publishing CEO Thars Duijnstee added: "We are excited to partner with the Ingram team to enter the U.S. market. My First 18 Years is a proven bestselling series generating profit for retail partners around the world."
The series has already established a presence in several European markets, including Belgium, France, Spain, and the U.K. Further launches are planned for Germany and Italy concurrent with the U.S. release in 2025.
