Bookspeed Blog
Welcome to the Bookspeed Blog! We have big plans to share so much with our customers about us as a company, trends, key books and everything in between. Here at HQ, we have a wealth of knowledge accumulated from working in the industry for over 30 years and we thought it was about time we shared it with you.
Why you need to refresh your heritage retail range for Gen Z
19th February 2026
Historic houses and landscapes are drawing a younger crowd than ever, but young adults aren't always the most obvious demographic to focus on. Here's why you might need to reconsider your product range for the Gen Z customer.
Caroline's spring show favourites
11th February 2026
We asked Bookspeed product expert Caroline to share her favourite spring show titles, why they work and how to add them to your spring ranges.
Talking shop with Ad Gefrin
23rd January 2026
We spoke to Ad Gefrin buyer Jolene Martin to discover the secrets behind developing a successful retail range for a multi-purpose visitor attraction.
Trends shaping 2026
6th January 2026
What’s going to resonate with your customers in the year ahead? Keeping a close eye on emerging trends is a big part of what we do here at Bookspeed, so we’ve pulled together the key 2026 trends worth knowing about.
What to expect from our trade show ranges
5th January 2026
At the upcoming trade shows, we'll be sharing hundreds of books from all your favourite publisher brands, combining new and popular titles to represent spring and summer themes. Here’s a taster of what you can expect to see.
Trendspotting – Micro-gatherings
8th December 2025
Party season is in full swing! And the hottest new venue? Your own kitchen table. Consumers are reimagining what socialising...
Tips to maximise your sales this Christmas
4th December 2025
Here are some tips from our team to help keep your stock levels on track and your sales flowing.
Why food writing is so hot right now
28th November 2025
Bookspeed product expert Katie shares her passion for Anthony Bourdain's writing, and why food writing is popular with such a broad range of customers.
How Bookspeed can support your Christmas sales
27th October 2025
It’s the most important time of the year for retailers. Here’s how we can support you this Christmas:
Six trends to pay attention to this Christmas
15th October 2025
Every sale matters at this time of year. And every decision you make as a retailer counts. So we’ve picked out some of the Christmas trends to help you maximise sales opportunities this season.
Top Advent calendars for your festive range
14th October 2025
Customers are craving cosy, nostalgic traditions this Christmas. Here are our top advent calendar picks to inspire your festive range.
How Halloween is evolving as a consumer event
10th September 2025
Beyond mass produced costumers and pumpkins, we explore Halloween’s gift and lifestyle retail potential.
