A decade ago, UK independent bookshops faced a crisis, dropping below 1,000 due to factors like Amazon, e-books, and rising High Street rents. By 2016, the number fell further, posing a threat to British publishing. Surprisingly, as of January this year, there’s been a resurgence, reaching 1,072, the highest since 2012, according to the Booksellers Association. Despite this, challenges persist, especially for the struggling High Street. Many indie bookstores, highlighted on X (formerly Twitter), still face difficulties.
To help secure their future, this blog post explores five simple ways to support indie bookstores amid ongoing uncertainties.

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