Can I find out how many copies of a book have been sold?

Answer by  patti (29325)

The publisher may offer some info; you'd have to call and ask. It would be helpful to find out how many copies shipped v. how many sold.

Answer by  patti (29325)

Information about top-selling books is often released in stories about the author or specifically about the book. There is no running list that tallies the sales of random books. Usually, the information regarding sales is trotted out to convince readers that they too should buy the book like the 4 million who preceded them.

Answer by  patti (29325)

It depends. Record breaking sales are often published and cited on various websites. You could request info on a specific title from the publisher.

Answer by  Camelia (662)

No, you can probably find out an estimate, from newspaper reviews. Or, if you know the publisher, you could ask him to estimate.

Answer by  viconia (15)

To find out how many books have been sold, simply contact the publisher and enquire within. Alternatively, discuss the demand with your book store and estimate from their figures.

Answer by  MelvinVanhorn (826)

Try contacting the publisher and asking them politely. They may refuse to tell you, I don't think they have to.