Amazon has announced the closure of the Book Depository online shop, which was founded in 2004 and acquired by the retail giant in 2011. Vendors and publishing partners have been informed that the online bookseller will be closing at the end of April 2023. The closure is part of Amazon's decision to eliminate a number of positions across its Devices and Books businesses. Book Depository aimed to offer a wide variety of titles, with a focus on selling "less of more" rather than bestsellers. Its closure has prompted reactions from customers and industry insiders alike.
Customers of Book Depository have expressed their disappointment on Reddit with the news of the store's closure. Many customers praised the store for its affordable prices, extensive catalogue, and free shipping, especially for readers in third-world countries who may not have access to other affordable options. Some customers expressed concern about where to buy books now and how they will manage to afford to buy their favorite books, with many expressing sadness at the loss of a go-to source for purchasing books.
Book Depository is a leading seller on multiple Amazon marketplaces and according to TrackSellers.com rankings, it was ranked between 10 and 200 depending on the marketplace. While the news of their closure is unfortunate for readers, it could potentially be beneficial for existing sellers in that category. As Book Depository was a major competitor, their closure could lead to an increase in sales for other sellers in the book category. Follow the links below to see detailed seller profiles of Book Depository by marketplace.
The closure of Book Depository is a significant loss for the online book retail industry. However, it will present an opportunity for other sellers to fill the gap left behind by the bookseller. By checking the TrackSellers.com rankings for the Books category, one can identify the top-performing sellers and keep an eye on how they benefit from the closure. This could help existing sellers in the category to adjust their strategies and better position themselves to succeed in the changing landscape of online book retail.
