Call to Respect the Single Book Price Law

Mexico's vibrant publishing industry is rallying to defend a cornerstone of its ecosystem: the "Ley del Precio Único del Libro," or the Single Book Price Law. Professionals across the book chain, including major chambers and associations, have issued a joint statement emphasizing their united front to uphold legality and safeguard the future of reading in Mexico.

This law, originally enacted in 2008 and significantly reformed in November 2023, is crucial for maintaining a level playing field. It ensures that all bookstores, regardless of size, operate under the same pricing structure, thereby protecting literary diversity and preventing commercial practices that could restrict equal access to books. For Mexican readers, the law provides certainty about the price of books, fostering a more stable and predictable market.

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The Mexican publishing industry, various actors in the book chain, chambers and associations are united to defend legality, protect the book and ensure that Mexico continues to be a country of readers

The signatories, a comprehensive list of industry bodies from booksellers to publishers and international groups, stress that the law's observance is not a matter of interpretation but a legal mandate. In a country that values its literary heritage and strives to cultivate a strong reading culture, upholding this law is paramount. It ensures that the economic viability of bookstores is protected, allowing them to continue serving as vital cultural hubs across the nation. This collective defense highlights the industry's commitment to preserving the integrity and accessibility of books for all Mexicans.

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The single price has a legal basis, so its observance does not depend on interpretations by market participants