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About us...

BML is the premier source of information and research on the book industry, undertaking a wide range of private and syndicated research projects, and publishing a variety of market reports

BML's continuous survey, Books and Consumers provides detailed information on British book buying behaviour providing:

  • comprehensive profiles of the different types of consumers
  • a detailed understanding of the performance of publishers and retailers
  • comparisons between competitors
  • market segmentation by brand, price, retailer, genre and format
  • an accurate reflection of changes in the marketplace over time

BML was purchased by Publishing News in 2003, but continues to offer a full qualitative and quantitative research service to the book trade, and other companies requiring information on the UK book industry

 

 

BML is a limited company, registered in England. Company no. 2461630.  Registered office: The International Press Centre, 76 Shoe Lane, London, EC4 3JB