The book industry in Poland has declined in recent years. Even so, certain segments of this industry are flourishing. For example, revenue from the sale and publication of books is declining, and it is expected to follow the same trend in the future as well. In addition, the popularity of bookstores and libraries has also diminished over time. On the other hand, digital technologies have opened new doors to the book industry in this country. So much so that the publication of e-books has seen dynamic growth, and it is forecast that by 2025 there will be 3.1 million e-book readers in Poland.
Bookstores and libraries in Poland:
Over the past few years the number of active bookstores in Poland has been constantly declining. Most Polish bookstores sell general-interest books. In 2020, there are 9,200 libraries nationwide, most of which are public libraries. The number of specialized libraries also reaches 808. The number of books in public libraries is declining over time; so much so that in 2020 the number of books in libraries reached 125 million.
Reading in Poland:
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