Spotify Launches Physical Book Sales in US and UK via Bookshop.org Partnership
April 15, 2026 - 4:10 pm
In short: Spotify has introduced physical book sales in the US and UK through a partnership with Bookshop.org. Users can now buy print copies of books directly from within the app via affiliate links on audiobook pages.
Spotify Sells Physical Books
Spotify is now selling physical books, partnering with Bookshop.org to offer users in the United States and United Kingdom the ability to purchase print copies through the app. This feature utilizes affiliate links, redirecting users to Bookshop.org for pricing, inventory, and shipping. Spotify earns a 10% commission on each sale, with a portion supporting independent bookstores.
Key Points:
- Availability: Currently only on Android; iOS access is expected next week.
- Vision: Part of a broader strategy to connect book discovery, listening, and ownership within the Spotify ecosystem.
- Existing Features: Alongside this new initiative, Spotify is expanding its audiobook offerings, including Page Match (now supporting 30+ languages), Audiobook Charts, and Audiobook Recaps.
Quotes:
“Spotify has... expanded the catalogue from 150,000 to more than 2 million audiobooks in just over a year.”
Spotify’s Growing Book Ambitions:
Spotify's book ambitions have evolved over time, starting with incorporating audiobook listening into Premium subscriptions and expanding their catalog significantly. Now, with physical book sales and enhanced audiobook features, Spotify is aiming to be the central hub for all things books and audio.