Singapore literature: Bookstores welcome Culture Pass usage, hope it could build on sales growth
Some bookstores have seen a bump in sales of Singapore literature by up to 30 per cent last year, compared to 2024. Reasons include more in-person community events, like book launches. With the SG Culture Pass eligible in March for buying local books at physical stores, organisations are hoping to build on this growth amid hurdles like rising publishing costs. Muhammad Bahajjaj with more.
Some bookstores have seen a bump in sales of Singapore literature by up to 30 per cent last year, compared to 2024. Reasons include more in-person community events, like book launches. With the SG Culture Pass eligible in March for buying local books at physical stores, organisations are hoping to build on this growth amid hurdles like rising publishing costs. Muhammad Bahajjaj with more.
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