For years we have been told that young people were not interested in books. However, data from the 2025 barometer of reading habits and book purchases in Spain indicate that almost 8 out of 10 young people in Spain read in their free time, above other age groups. A change that coincides with an obvious phenomenon: never before have books had such a presence on social media.
La Vanguardia is a newspaper written by wordsmiths. Many journalists and collaborators are publishing books this year and will be signing them for Sant Jordi’s Day, which is a good opportunity to meet those who are responsible for telling stories and delivering news daily.
The great day of reading and civic coexistence is approaching. Sergio Vila-Sanjuán, editor-in-chief of La Vanguardia’s Cultura/s supplement, comments on the special supplement dedicated to literary novelties and recommends ten works in the categories of narrative in Spanish, Catalan and international, journalism and biography, and books about Barcelona. To facilitate the best choice for readers tomorrow, April 23rd.
Days ago, in a talk about city and tourism at the CCCB, the issue of the Sagrada Família arose and the long shadow it is beginning to cast over Barcelona. The room where the event was held is known as the Mirador, located on the highest part of the complex,
