AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFantasy Sales: Sarah J. Maas’s latest novel has become the UK’s fastest-selling adult fantasy book, while another report says it set a record for the genre on release. Reading Habits: A Dhaka writer makes the case for print: affordable second-hand books offer access and a tactile reading experience that screens can’t replace. Book Trade: Sharjah International Book Fair opens with 1.7 million titles, as its publishers’ conference focuses on growth and cross-border cooperation. Awards: The Books Are My Bag Readers’ Award marked its 10th and final year, celebrating winners including Gabrielle Zevin, Angie Thomas and Katherine Rundell. Market Shift: Japan’s manga market brought in ¥527.3 billion from digital sales, while print revenue fell 14%, underscoring how reader habits are reshaping publishing.
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