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Monday, March 16, 2009

ENGLISH TAKES A BACK SEAT IN THAI SHOPS

Almost one year ago I noticed an increase in the number of English language magazines being sold in the predominantly Thai language book shops, most notably at Se-Ed and Naiin. This experiment seems to have ended as these shops are now carrying far fewer English titles, and giving them far less prominence too.
Other than the obvious language issue there's the cost factor that's probably working again the imported English magazines. Thai titles start at 30 baht whereas the lowest imported magazine would be in the 150 - 200 baht range. Many are double that.
Asia Books, B2S and Kinokuniya are likely to remain the best options for English language readers in Thailand for the foreseeable future.

1 comments:

Lana 9:54 PM  

I've noticed that too! Especially for kids books. Absolutely dire selection at the bookshops now for my wee ones. Thank god for Amazon. (And kind relatives who send packages)

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