"If you don't like reading, you still haven't found the right book": the phrase from J.K. Rowling that divides readers and non-readers
J.K. Rowling's quote about finding the right book to encourage reading sparks debate regarding individual reading habits and cultural engagement.
Isobel Hadley-Kamptz: Why is it allowed to continue that one in four 15-year-olds reads poorly?
A quarter of Sweden's 15-year-olds struggle with basic reading and writing skills, raising concerns about education standards and the implications of the reading crisis.
Author Leena Lehtolainen's Radical Solution to the Decline in Reading: Books Should Be Banned for Those Under Age 18
Finnish author Leena Lehtolainen suggests banning books for under-18s as a drastic measure to address the decline in reading among youth, which city officials recognize as a critical societal issue.
Only 10% of boys aged 14-16 read daily for pleasure, National Literacy Trust finds
A recent report by the National Literacy Trust reveals that only 10% of boys aged 14-16 engage in daily reading for pleasure, with academic demands and screen time impacting their reading habits.
A 'Reading Nation' Ahead of Declaration... To Avoid Being a Mere Empty Promise
Concerns are raised over the declining reading habits among children in South Korea and Japan, emphasizing the need for stronger reading education policies.
Bookstores in São Paulo Become Meeting Points with Café, Exchange Fair, Debates, and Even Music
Bookstores in São Paulo are evolving into social hubs, offering coffee, exchange fairs, debates, and live music while adapting to changing reading habits.
Have Knowledge Books Lost Their Appeal After Declining Sales?
The article discusses the declining sales of non-fiction books, raising concerns about the future of knowledge books in light of the rising popularity of podcasts and fiction.
The favorite of audiobook listeners is the famous blogger's secret diary
Over two-thirds of new readers start consuming eBooks with an audio package, and the most active users finish more than one book a day.
EU’s Kallas promises to be ‘very smart’ by end of term
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas expressed her commitment to becoming 'very smart' by the end of her term, attributing her growth to her reading habits during a recent press conference.
Book Trade: People Read Less – and That Must Worry Everyone
The decrease in book sales and reading habits signals a troubling trend for book culture, with a reported 2.9% drop in revenue for 2025 compared to 2024, reflecting broader challenges in the retail market.
The 10 Books That Croats Read the Most in 2025
The article discusses the top 10 books read by Croats in 2025, highlighting significant shifts in reading habits and the cultural impact of these popular titles.
'We can't hold attention, we can't read longer texts.' The number of people addicted to the internet in the Czech Republic is increasing
The article discusses the growing trend of internet addiction in the Czech Republic, highlighting issues with attention span and reading habits.