Abstract

University studies of Library and Information Sciences (LIS) in Spain are experiencing a setback in the number of students enrolled. This also happens in other disciplines, but the relative newness of LIS studies may make them more vulnerable. Nonetheless, there are reasons for optimism if we evaluate the unprecedented success of Spanish research in this field. This challenge is in the hands of the teaching faculty and the entire profession in general to ensure that LIS studies are more attractive to incoming students.

Abstract

This research aims to identify the evolution and trends of the Spanish publishing sector. For this purpose, firstly, official statistical sources available on the publishing market and reading habits will be used, from which will be obtained: a) the necessary data for their statistical treatment, and b) an answer to whether the Spanish private publishing sector adapts adequately to market changes. The work raises several questions for this market: a) how is the price elasticity of the sale of copies? b) What impact does the greater or lesser number of private publishers have on the sale of copies? c) How does the sale of copies determine the evolution of the average print run?, and d) what impact does the habit of reading have on sales of copies?