Mercis Publishing bv is the publisher and world-wide rights holder for Dick Bruna’s books, including Miffy. Mercis Publishing has published the Dutch version of the Dick Bruna books since 1995 and coordinates the publication of all Dick Bruna books in other countries. Dick Bruna’s books have been translated into more than 50 languages. The list includes picture books, board books, bath books, novelty books and colouring & activity titles.

Dick Bruna’s work is based on respect for the world of the child. Our company is guided by the same principle. Every child sees the world in a unique way. We aim to encourage and support this unique perspective on the world. We have several guiding principles: no aggression, reliable quality, timelessness and no controversy. Above all, we uphold Dick Bruna's principle of allowing scope for every child’s own imagination. Mercis works with a global network of representatives from different cultures and backgrounds, who are dedicated to developing close ties and deeply committed to representing the interests of Dick Bruna and his work in accordance with his guiding principles.