French booksellers accused of Amazon's outrageous AI sin
Amazon has refused to sponsor the Paris Book Festival following a boycott initiated by the French Booksellers Union, which has sparked a debate about the company's role as a supporter of the event.
Russia: Where Pettersson and Findus are State Enemies
The article discusses the challenges faced by authors and booksellers in Russia under Putin's regime, particularly in the context of increasing censorship following the Ukraine war.
In Light of the Controversy, Amazon Chooses to Withdraw from the Paris Book Festival
Amid public outcry, Amazon has decided to withdraw from the Paris Book Festival after a call for a boycott from a French booksellers' union over its partnership with the event.
"A stick in the wheel": Frustrated booksellers wait in suspense
Frustrated booksellers in Denmark are left in limbo as the proposed law for zero VAT on books has been postponed.
After Years of 'Prohibition'... Sidewalk Libraries at the Damascus Book Fair and Platforms Celebrate
The Damascus International Book Fair sees the return of sidewalk booksellers in a dedicated section, marking a cultural resurgence in Syria after years of suppression.
Independent Bookstores in Berlin: Warm Havens for the Spirit
Eight independent booksellers in Berlin are joining forces to ensure the survival of their socially significant bookstores, which serve as more than just retail spaces.
"The Complaints That Schools Are Crumbling, I Have Known as Long as I Can Remember"
Sebastian Guggolz, the new head of the German Publishers and Booksellers Association, discusses the decline in book purchases among citizens and the crisis of cultural competence.
Unannounced decision by the mayor shocked the citizens: Who needs an empty city center?
The decision by Rijeka's new mayor, Iva Rinčić, to eliminate a 50% rent reduction for bookstores operating in city-owned spaces has sparked widespread criticism from booksellers, writers, and cultural figures across Croatia.
Rinčić: Reduction of 50% for bookstore tenants was not lawful
The mayor of Rijeka, Iva Rinčić, announced that a 50% rent reduction for bookstore tenants was not approved due to its unlawful nature and a legal decision will be prepared in agreement with the booksellers.
‘It’s younger people seeking some sort of spirituality’: The rise of UK Bible sales
UK Bible sales have surged by 134% since 2019, reaching record highs in 2025, prompting reflections from booksellers and scholars about this trend among younger consumers.
Retail: Booksellers Sold Fewer Books in 2025
The book market has come under pressure, with overall sales declining by 2.9% in 2025 compared to growth in previous years, reflecting broader struggles in retail due to a poor consumer climate.