Speed and convenience have become the consumer norm. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, when people worldwide were introduced to instant access to goods and services via apps and digital platforms, the supply and demand considerably grew and splintered. The 'I need it now' culture shows no signs of slowing down, ye...

A survey has shown that Britons are seeking out books as a form of escapism over other methods, such as going out or using streaming platforms. These findings demonstrate how people are looking for slower entertainment, reflected in the fact that bookstores and BookTok have exploded in popularity.

Gen Zers in the UK are flocking to book clubs, looking for free and healthy ways to socialise amid changing habits and a desire to disconnect. Young people are turning away from pubs and clubs as the default way of spending time with friends, seeking out community in those with similar interests.

Following a desire among audiobook listeners to engage with fellow readers and get closer to authors and publishers, podcast network Lemonada Media has partnered with Apple Books to elevate the book listening experience. How will this collaboration appeal to community-oriented book lovers?

America’s search for new and fulfilling reading experiences is seeing book enthusiasts gravitate toward stores that offer diverse material, real-world escapism, and a sense of community that's impossible to replicate online. What does this shift mean for the future of bookstores nationwide?