# Unbound

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/unbound

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: London, UK
- Website: www.unbound.co.uk
- Total disclosed funding: $1.6M
- Latest round: Seed (Mar 31, 2013)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Unbound is a UK-based publishing company that offers a wide range of literary works, including fiction, non-fiction, and children's literature, through both print and digital formats.Unbound was founded in 2011 in London, UK, focusing on publishing diverse literary works. The company has maintained its core operations without noted pivots. Unbound was co-founded by John Mitchinson, Julian O'Shea, and Justin Pollard. As of April 2019, Unbound successfully raised GBP 607 thousand in funding from IQ Capital Partners and Molten Ventures, bringing the total amount raised to GBP 607 thousand with a valuation of GBP 17.37 million.Unbound specializes in various literary publications across genres including fiction, non-fiction, and children's literature. Their offerings include traditional print and digital books, as well as a digital magazine and podcast titled "Boundless," targeting readers seeking enriching literature. The customer base includes individual consumers, educational institutions, and libraries across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, focusing on the demand for engaging literature that informs and inspires.Unbound generates revenue primarily through the direct sales of its books and digital media, alongside subscriptions to its magazine. The company operates on a B2C model, allowing consumers to purchase books directly from their platform and offering ongoing subscription services for its digital magazine, facilitating regular content updates and fostering customer loyalty. Specific pricing varies, but the model supports both one-off purchases and subscriptions, contributing to steady revenue from diverse readerships.Unbound plans to leverage its recent funding of GBP 607 thousand raised in April 2019 to enhance its product offerings and expand its market reach. The company aims to introduce new literary works and potentially explore additional genres. Furthermore, Unbound is looking to target expansion into new geographic markets in Europe and North America by late 2024. This strategic approach is designed to utilize the recent funding to support product development and marketing initiatives to enhance its presence in these regions.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Mar 31, 2013, $1.6M — Molten Ventures, Cambridge Angels Group, Forward Partners

## Investors

- Molten Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/molten-ventures) — Seed
- Cambridge Angels Group — Seed
- Forward Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/forward-partners) — Seed