The leading book publishing group in Germany is owned by Sweden’s Bonnier, as discussed in the Publishing Perspectives Forum series.
UK Publishers Association: 2024 Audiobooks Up 31 Percent
While fiction was up 18 percent in 2024, the United Kingdom’s nonfiction sales ran some 4 percent below their 2023 performance.
China’s ‘Three Book Program’: New Writings From the East
In a newly created arrangement, Chinese publishers are being introduced to international export through a ‘Three Book Program’ organized by Boston-based digital distribution firm Trajectory.
Spain’s Publishers Take Stock of Their Industry’s Health
Book industry statistics in Spain show a market still in trouble, despite some signs of growth. Publishers are focusing on relatively healthy export sales to boost revenue.
‘Brexit Means Brexit’? UK Publishing Isn’t Fully Convinced
‘We will have to strengthen our voice,’ says a panelist from the UK’s Publishers Association on the implications of Brexit for the book industry there.
The Global Supply Chain: Interview with Ingram’s Kelly Gallagher
Ingram’s Kelly Gallagher talks about what book distribution encompasses in a more global and digital industry, and how on-demand technology saves everyone money.
Latest UK Book Publishing Statistics Show Stable Market
The Publishers Association released statistics about the UK book publishing industry that show a stable market and increased digital and export sales.
Buenos Aires’ Gov’t Assists Publishers With Exports
A program in Buenos Aires aims to assist small- and medium-sized Argentine publishers develop overseas markets, streamline business practices and digitize.