The publishing industry, like any other, believes in a constant gathering of information and subsequent statistical analysis. Here, then, is a dose of stats to help keep book people healthy and informed. Enjoy!

Today’s Shelf Awareness newsletter included the following from the Association of American Publishers:

AAP: April Sales Increase, Big Gain for Hardcovers
In April, net book sales reported by 86 publishers to the Association of American Publishers rose 24.8%, to $629.8 million, and are up 11.8%, to $2.41 billion, for the year to date. The adult hardcover category showed notable strength, with an increase of nearly 50% for the month and 16.2% for the year.