After reading this article I realised that it would probably be a good idea to raise the price of the HDM books...
J. K. Rowling continues to be the most lucrative children's author even though Jacqueline Wilson and Philip Pullman are now selling more copies.
The latest figures from Nielsen Bookscan reveal that, in the 26 weeks ending February 14, the various adventures of Harry Potter generated £4,732,804. Sales of Ms Wilson's works generated £4,393,608 and Mr Pullman, who came third in the BBC's ridiculous "The Big Read" poll, generated £4,122,585 from his Dark Materials trilogy and Lyra's Oxford.
Meanwhile, among the top 15 children's hardbacks, it is reassuring to see - among works by all three authors and Madonna - The Beano 2004 at number one, The Dandy Book at number three and Rupert 2004 at number 11. All three annuals were staples of this writer's childhood. It is good to know that some things never change.
[© The Telegraph, 04/04/04]
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