The move comes as independent bookstores report a 25% drop in unit sales and a 41.5% decline in real revenue as operating costs continue to rise.
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A Record Breaking São Paulo Book Biennial
The 2026 fair welcomed 760,000 visitors, as exhibitors reported average daily revenue growth of 57% over the previous edition.
Luiz Schwarcz on 40 Years of Companhia das Letras, and the Editor’s Craft
As Companhia das Letras brings its anniversary celebrations to the Frankfurt Book Fair, its founder discusses the publisher’s evolution, Brazil’s changing book market, and the English-language release of ‘The First Reader.’
Brazil’s Record-Breaking ‘Flip’ Festival Shows Why Literary Festivals Matter
Drawing 40,000 visitors to the historic city of Paraty, the country’s leading literary festival demonstrated its growing cultural and commercial influence—even as that success placed new pressure on its host city.
Brazil’s Book Market Keeps Up Strong Growth in First Half of 2026
Year to date, revenue is up 13.3% and unit sales 11.6%, with fiction further expanding its share of the market.
Brazil Releases First Comprehensive Map of Its Publishing Sector
The new guide identifies more than 1,000 active publishers and offers fresh insights into the structure, geography, and economic impact of the Brazilian book industry.
More Data Confirms Impressive Growth for Brazil’s Publishing Market in 2025
A recently released industry survey confirms stronger sales volume, bookstore expansion, and rising digital revenue in 2025, representing what market observers called “an important moment for the Brazilian publishing sector.”
As Brazil’s Book Market Evolves, Publishers Focus on AI, Audiences, and Tax Pressures
The Brazilian Book Chamber meeting brought together more than 400 professionals from across the publishing supply chain to discuss pricing, logistics, online growth, and the evolving role of digital bookselling in Brazil.
Buenos Aires International Book Fair Reports 8% Attendance Growth
In its 50th edition, fair officials also reported a nearly 21% spike in attendance for its professional program.
A Strong First Quarter Lifts Brazil’s Book Market at the Start of 2026
Sales rose 16.2% in volume and 14.5% in revenue in the first quarter, according to NielsenIQ.