Every author deserves to be appreciated.
Every reader deserves a great book.
Founded as Editura Coresi in 1990 by Romanian writer, translator, and lexicographer Vasile Poenaru, CORESI Publishing House continues a publishing tradition spanning more than 35 years.
Today, CORESI Publishing House represents the international identity of a publishing tradition dedicated to editorial quality, professional publishing, and long-term partnerships with authors, readers, educators, and institutions. Through its family of publishing imprints, we publish literature, educational resources, dictionaries, professional works, children’s books, and other titles of lasting value.
With a catalogue of more than 2,000 published titles, we continue to develop new publishing projects, international editions, translation programmes, and rights partnerships, making our publications available to readers in Romania and around the world.
Before the first .ro domain existed,
CORESI was already publishing books—
and we never stopped
looking beyond the printed page.
1990 — The Beginning of a Publishing Journey
Editura Coresi is founded by Romanian writer, translator, and lexicographer Vasile Poenaru, establishing an independent publishing house dedicated to literature, education, and culture.
1991 — A New Chapter in Publishing
Publishing activities continue under the newly incorporated CORESI S.R.L., reflecting the transformation of Romanian publishing after 1989 and the emergence of independent publishers.
1994 — Publishing Meets the Internet
CORESI enters the Internet era with the registration of coresi.ro, becoming the first Romanian publishing house to establish an online presence. Founder Vasile Poenaru becomes the first Romanian publisher to integrate email into professional publishing, anticipating the profound impact digital communication would have on the publishing industry.
2000s — Expanding the Editorial Vision
The CORESI publishing programme grows to include literature, children’s books, educational titles, dictionaries, language learning resources, and professional publications, building a diverse catalogue for readers of all ages.
2005 — Reaching Beyond Borders
The registration of coresi.net marks the expansion of CORESI’s digital presence and supports the development of international publishing activities and connections with readers and partners beyond Romania.
2014 — Continuing the CORESI Legacy
Following a period of transformation, the publishing activity continues under EDITURA CORESI S.R.L., ensuring continuity of the CORESI editorial programme and preserving a publishing heritage built over more than two decades.
2017 — A New International Identity
CORESI Publishing House becomes the international identity of the publishing group, opening a new chapter in its history through international publishing projects, translation programmes, rights management, and partnerships.
Today — A Living Publishing Tradition
With more than 2,000 published titles, multiple publishing imprints, and readers in Romania and abroad, CORESI continues to develop literature, educational resources, international editions, translation programmes, and long-term partnerships with authors, educators, institutions, and publishers.
Vasile Poenaru is a Romanian writer, translator, lexicographer, and publisher. A graduate of the University of Bucharest, Faculty of Romanian Language and Literature (English section), he began publishing literature at the age of twelve and has authored poetry, children’s literature, dictionaries, educational works, and literary translations.
In 1990, he founded Editura Coresi, laying the foundations of what is today CORESI Publishing House. Throughout his literary career, he has been a member of the Writers’ Union of Romania and has received literary recognition for his contributions to children’s literature and educational publishing.
His lifelong dedication to literature, education, and publishing continues to shape the values and editorial standards of CORESI Publishing House today.
Every author deserves to be appreciated. Every reader deserves a great book.
These words have guided our publishing philosophy from the very beginning. We believe that every manuscript deserves careful editorial attention and every published book should meet the highest standards of quality, craftsmanship, and responsibility toward its readers.
Discover our catalogue of published titles, including literature, educational works, children’s books, dictionaries, professional publications, and more. Explore the collection and discover the breadth of our publishing programme.
Whether you are an author, a publishing partner, or interested in rights and licensing, we would be pleased to hear from you.