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Forecasting the Future of Romance Books

The first ever POS-driven forecast of the U.S. book market by the industry leader in publishing insights


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Romance books are the second-largest category in the U.S. book market and the fastest-growing segment that’s posted double-digit sales growth for three consecutive years. In 2023, 5 of the top 10 bestselling adult fiction authors are romance authors. Understanding the category’s trajectory is critical to business decision-making as the U.S. publishing market evolves.

Why Work with Circana Books?

The U.S. book market is adjusting to the post-pandemic period; ongoing publisher consolidation, the increased dominance of backlist titles, higher costs, and evolving consumer behavior all create challenges. Without this kind of credible, external validation, you could take on unnecessary risk. Whether you’re a mature publisher or new to the market, you’ll benefit from best-in-class information and expert insights on the future of the romance market. Unlocking growth and winning market share in such an environment requires innovative market intelligence.

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