Bloomsbury, the book publisher, has experienced a surge in profits during the first half of the year, primarily attributed to the growing demand for fantasy fiction. This trend has been fueled by the remarkable success of renowned authors such as Sarah J Maas from the United States, Samantha Shannon from Britain, and the enduring popularity of the Harry Potter series.
Based in London, Bloomsbury reported a significant 11% increase in profits, reaching £17.7 million in the six-month period ending in August compared to the previous year. In response to this impressive performance, the company has announced its intention to more than double its shareholder payout for the same period…
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