According to a survey held in the United States between March and April 2020, 70 percent of respondents said that they read print books the most, with 39 percent of those consumers preferring their books to be new.

The study was conducted as the U.S. went into lockdown to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, however although the virus certainly affected media consumption in the United States, what did not change was consumers' book preferences. Print has always been the most popular book format in the U.S. and figures on increased media consumption during the pandemic showed that even Gen Z, a generation famed for loving digital, were the most likely to be reading books more than usual during the outbreak.

Book consumption in the U.S.

Whilst printed newspapers and magazines have struggled to survive as digital formats grow ever more prevalent and appealing, when it comes to books U.S. consumers still have a clear preference for print. Annual survey data consistently shows that U.S. adults are far more likely to have read a print book in the last year than a digital version thereof, and whilst the popularity of digital books has increased, print remains the favorite.

As far as book buying goes, whilst the number of print books sold in the U.S. fluctuates each year, the figures remain relatively stable. Although unit sales have not surpassed 700 million since 2010, the number came close in 2018 and yearly sales from 2015 to 2019 were higher than the amount recorded in 2004.

Data showing how many books were sold in 2023 revealed that the printed book market remains healthy: a total of 767.36 million units were sold that year among outlets which reported to the source. Whilst this marked a small drop from the previous year, the figure still remains higher than in the years prior to 2021. Trade paperbacks remained the dominant format.

Book sales statistics Looking at book sales by year, 2005 to 2010 were the most lucrative for the printed book market, with well over 700 million units sold annually during that five-year period. After dropping below 600 million in 2012, gradual and consistent increases can be seen each year, with the exception of between the years 2018 and 2019. For bookstores though, how many books are sold each year depends on the success of key months across a twelve-month period.

Bookstore sales in the United States are at their highest in December, January, and August, but figures for December are consistently higher than other months. Books are popular holiday gifts, with around 30 to 40 percent of consumers responding to annual surveys in each year from 2012 to 2020 saying that they planned to purchase books as presents during the festive season.

This dataset is about book publishers, featuring 5 columns: authors, book publisher, earliest publication date, latest publication date, and number of books published. The preview is ordered by number of books published (descending).

This dataset is about book series and is filtered where the books is Look before you leap!, featuring 10 columns including authors, average publication date, book publishers, book series, and books. The preview is ordered by number of books (descending).

According to the results of a survey held in late 2022, American book lovers and readers still read print books the most, with 50 percent having read a paperback or hardcover book that year. Kindle and other e-books were an appealing option with 36 percent having read one in 2022, whereas audiobooks were substantially less popular.

This dataset is about book subjects and is filtered where the books is Fancy that!, featuring 10 columns including authors, average publication date, book publishers, book subject, and books. The preview is ordered by number of books (descending).

This dataset is about book subjects and is filtered where the books includes Mine!, featuring 10 columns including authors, average publication date, book publishers, book subject, and books. The preview is ordered by number of books (descending).

Graph and download economic data for Book Publication, Editions for United States (M0106AUSM234NNBR) from Jan 1913 to Dec 1928 about book and USA.

According to Cognitive Market Research, The Global Children Picture Book market size is USD 4715.2 million in 2024 and will expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.30% from 2024 to 2031.

North America Children Picture Book Market held 40% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 1886.08 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.5% from 2024 to 2031.
Europe Children Picture Book Market held 30% of the global market size of USD 1414.56 million in 2024.
Asia Pacific Children Picture Book Market held 23% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 1084.50 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3% from 2024 to 2031.
South America Children Picture Book market held 5% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 235.76 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7% from 2024 to 2031.
Middle East and Africa Children Picture Book Market held 2% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 94.30 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.0% from 2024 to 2031.
Market expansion for digital books: Children's book publishers and authors are finding new avenues for their work as a result of the market's rapid growth.
Growing demand for children's books that represent the diversity of the world's population has resulted in an increase in the diversity of such publications. Books with characters from various nationalities, ethnicities, and backgrounds fall under this category.

Growing Awareness of the Importance of Early Childhood Literacy to Increase the Demand Globally

Parents are demanding more high-quality children's books than ever before as they realize how important early literacy is. Scholarly research highlights the significant influence of early literacy on kids' cognitive, social, and emotional growth, leading parents to emphasize reading to their kids from an early age. Caregivers look for interesting and instructive picture books that spark curiosity and creativity because they understand books' critical role in developing language skills, imagination, and bonding. In response, publishers and writers create a wide range of educational and entertaining books for various age groups and developmental stages, meeting families' changing needs and tastes. This increased focus on early childhood literacy creates a strong basis for academic success and fosters a lifetime love of reading.

Rising Disposable Incomes to Propel Market Growth

Parents worldwide are now more willing to devote more funds to their kids' education and development, including buying kids' books, due to their increased discretionary income. Increased financial stability makes parents more likely to prioritize educational resources that improve their kids' education and support their cognitive, social, and emotional growth. As a result, the market for excellent children's books with insightful teachings and captivating material is expanding. Publishers and writers use this trend by producing rich and varied books that meet families' changing requirements and tastes. In addition to making children's literature more widely available, this increase in disposable income highlights the growing understanding of the significance of early literacy and education in influencing children's futures.

Technological advancements are driving the demand for interactive and media friendly children picture books

Market Restraints of the Children Picture Book

Rising Costs of Production to Limit the Sales

Growing manufacturing expenses, such as those for paper and printing, make it difficult for publishers to keep children's books at reasonable rates, which affects parent accessibility. Publishers may come under pressure to boost prices to cover rising manufacturing costs, which might make books less affordable for families—especially those with lower incomes. This circumstance may force publishers to investigate different production techniques or materials to control growing costs without sacrificing quality. In addition, publishers can go toward cutting-edge tactics like crowdsourcing projects or digital publishing to solve financial issues and guarantee that children's books will always be available. Despite these obstacles, publishers are dedicated to giving kids eng...

This dataset is about book subjects and is filtered where the books is Prevailing prayer : what hinders it?, featuring 10 columns including authors, average publication date, book publishers, book subject, and books. The preview is ordered by number of books (descending).

Estimates show that 191 million e-books were sold in the United States in 2020, according to the most recently available data. Precise figures on e-book sales are difficult to gather due to smaller publishers and major retailers such as Amazon being missed from sales data, and other factors such as the varying methodologies sources use to track and measure the market. For example, whilst figures for 2016 and 2017 are lower than the immediately preceding years, it was noted that figures for these years only included around 450 publishers. E-books in the U.S. E-book sales revenue in the United States fluctuates, and like unit sales, is prone to readjustments and changes in measurement. The best and most accurate estimates place revenue at over one billion U.S. dollars, the highest recorded so far but only a small improvement from the numbers given for 2017 and 2018. Expenditure on digital book readers also wavers, tending to hover between 19 and 25 U.S. dollars per year. In 2013, annual spending on e-readers averaged over 30 U.S. dollars, but the number has not reached that level again since, suggesting that such devices have already lost ground as consumers instead opt to use their smartphones for on-the-go media consumption. E-book readers Book fans all across the United States read e-books, though data on e-book readers by urbanity shows that consumers in rural parts of the country are less likely to engage with the format than those living in urban and suburban areas. Survey data on print and digital book readership highlights the continued preference for print, with only a small number of consumers exclusively reading digital books. However, growing numbers of book readers favor a combination of print and digital books, which is good news for publishers branching out beyond traditional formats but still wanting to produce printed books.

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This dataset is about book publishers and is filtered where the book publisher is Beyond Words Pub., featuring 5 columns: authors, book publisher, earliest publication date, latest publication date, and number of books published. The preview is ordered by number of books published (descending).

The U.S. register book market rose sharply to $737M in 2024, increasing by 6.5% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a pronounced contraction. Register book consumption peaked at $1B in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2024, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Adult fiction book sales increased by 0.8 percent between 2022 and 2023, with 2023 unit sales hitting 190.8 million, up from just over 189 million in the previous year. All other categories saw a year over year decrease in print unit sales, particularly juvenile non-fiction, which suffered a decrease of 7.1 percent.

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According to the results of a survey held in late 2022, books falling into the history genre were most read by American book readers in that year, with 41 percent of book lovers and readers saying they had read a history book in 2022. Biographies and mystery books were also popular, whereas romance and self-help books were less read.

This dataset is about book subjects and is filtered where the books is The insider's guide to Florida. It has 10 columns such as authors, average publication date, book publishers, book subject, and books. The data is ordered by earliest publication date (descending).

In 2023, respondents to a survey on e-book readership in Norway said that 8 percent of the books they read that year were e-books, with audiobooks becoming more popular that year instead. This marked a decrease from previous years.

This dataset is about book subjects and is filtered where the books is Chicano novels and the politics of form : race, class, and reification, featuring 4 columns: authors, book subject, books, and publication dates. The preview is ordered by number of books (descending).