Half of Americans are reading less than one book a year: Here's what they stand to lose
A new YouGov survey reveals a stark reading divide in the US, with 40% of Americans reading no books in 2025 and a small minority accounting for most reading. The decline, driven by digital saturation, academic pressure, and cultural shifts, threatens attention spans, critical thinking, civic engagement, and long-term learning across society.
A new YouGov survey reveals a stark reading divide in the US, with 40% of Americans reading no books in 2025 and a small minority accounting for most reading. The decline, driven by digital saturation, academic pressure, and cultural shifts, threatens attention spans, critical thinking, civic engagement, and long-term learning across society.
