Colombia, the country of beauty, has established itself as a leader in the publishing sector in Latin America. According to ProColombia, its cultural wealth and diversity are reflected in the quality and variety of its literary productions, solidifying the country as a benchmark in the publishing and graphic communication fields.
In 2023, Colombia’s publishing industry reached USD 239.91 million in sales, reflecting an 8%2 growth compared to the previous year. Publishing output totaled 31.33 million printed copies and 20,0624 titles, with strong representation in general interest, technical-scientific, and educational genres.
The country excels in print production, accounting for 63.5%5, while digital formats make up 35.5%6 and audiobooks 1%7. Additionally, USD 34.7 million came from editorial exports in 2023, with the United States, Ecuador, and Peru as key markets.
Colombia is home to 9208 publishing houses, several of which have received international awards. Key events like the Bogotá International Book Fair (FILBo) drive the promotion of Colombian literature and strengthen the industry.
Colombia’s publishing strength goes beyond figures. Over 10,0009 graduates in graphic communication and publishing join the sector annually, bringing innovation and new perspectives. In 2023, the industry generated 5,22410 jobs, with 84%11 being permanent positions.
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1 Estadísticas del Libro en Colombia, Cámara Colombiana del libro, https://camlibro.com.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/estadisticasLibroCCL2023-WEB-2.pdf
2 Estadísticas del Libro en Colombia, Cámara Colombiana del libro, https://camlibro.com.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/estadisticasLibroCCL2023-WEB-2.pdf
3 Estadísticas del Libro en Colombia, Cámara Colombiana del libro, https://camlibro.com.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/estadisticasLibroCCL2023-WEB-2.pdf
4 Estadísticas del Libro en Colombia, Cámara Colombiana del libro, https://camlibro.com.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/estadisticasLibroCCL2023-WEB-2.pdf
5 Estadísticas del Libro en Colombia, Cámara Colombiana del libro, https://camlibro.com.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/estadisticasLibroCCL2023-WEB-2.pdf
6 Estadísticas del Libro en Colombia, Cámara Colombiana del libro, https://camlibro.com.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/estadisticasLibroCCL2023-WEB-2.pdf
7 Estadísticas del Libro en Colombia, Cámara Colombiana del libro, https://camlibro.com.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/estadisticasLibroCCL2023-WEB-2.pdf
8 DANE, Editoriales, ProColombia
9 SNIES, Ministerio de Educación, https://snies.mineducacion.gov.co/portal/
10 Cámara Colombiana del libro, https://camlibro.com.co/
11 Cámara Colombiana del libro, https://camlibro.com.co/
Colombia does not just print books: it prints culture and knowledge. With a growing industry, emerging talent, and a renowned literary legacy, Colombia’s publishing sector is a crucial engine for the economy and cultural identity of the nation.
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Contacts
For more information, please contact the ProColombia Team
Angelica Barco
abarco@procolombia.co
Advisor Colombia – Editorial Sector Leader
