Filipino preloved book sellers, such as Booksale Philippines and Bookchigo Trading, are adapting to global trade disruptions, including higher shipping costs and weaker foreign exchange, which indirectly affect the prices of imported books.
To cope, Booksale holds promotions and month-long sales to move inventory quickly, while Bookchigo offers books by the kilo at affordable rates, absorbing most additional costs without raising prices.
Children’s books remain the most in-demand category, driven by parents prioritizing printed materials over gadgets and the growing interest in English-language books in Southeast Asia.
Both companies emphasize literacy promotion as part of their mission, making books accessible to families with limited incomes and encouraging the development of home libraries.
By combining business sustainability with advocacy, they aim to improve Filipino literacy while maintaining competitive pricing in a volatile market.
Source: PhilNews24 | October 30, 2025
