Data from the latest Kindle Year in Reading clearly shows that digital reading has become an integral part of the daily routine for Spanish Kindle users . Over the past twelve months, Kindle users in Spain have read an average of more than 545 million pages per month , a figure that positions ebooks as a regular part of daily life, rather than just an occasional treat.
Amazon's report paints a picture of a consistent, curious, and highly digital Spanish reader who combines international bestsellers with national authors and takes advantage of both downtime and moments of relaxation to read. The result is a fairly comprehensive map of how, when, and what was read on Kindle in Spain during 2025. To optimize this routine and get more out of the device, many resort to Kindle tricks that enhance the reading experience.
How, when and how much people read on Kindle in Spain
Kindle use is spread throughout most of the day, but one period stands out: the late afternoon and evening have become the favorite time for reading . Many readers start or end their day with a few pages, taking advantage of the adjustable lighting and the physical comfort of devices like the Kindle Paperwhite and Scribe, allowing them to read in bed without discomfort.
The calendar also influences reading habits: August has been the month with the most reading activity in Spain. Holidays and more free time have dramatically increased reading hours, reaching billions of pages read in digital format, something unthinkable just a few years ago.
Beyond the number of pages, Kindle has become a space for active reading. Spanish users have created more than 658 million highlights during the year, a figure that shows they are not only reading stories, but also marking phrases, saving ideas, and frequently revisiting passages. This activity is amplified on devices designed for annotation, such as the Kindle Scribe.
This habit of underlining, saving, and rereading has transformed the device into a very personal library, where novels, essays, sagas, and readings that also connect with other formats, such as television series or film, coexist.
The titles that have marked the Kindle Year in Reading in Spain
Among the most-read Kindle books in Spain this year, one title stands out: The Housekeeper by Freida McFadden , which has become the most-read fiction novel. This psychological thriller has become a true phenomenon, and its success has also propelled the entire series, with The Housekeeper's Secret among the year's best-selling and most-followed titles.
The overall ranking showcases a mix of global phenomena, classics, and new releases . The list includes works such as Matt Haig's The Midnight Library , J.K. Rowling's enduring Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone , and Michael McDowell's haunting universe of Blackwater I: The Riad , alongside fantasy offerings like Rebecca Yarros's Onyx Wings .
There is also room for more reflective reading, such as Diary for Stoics by Ryan Holiday , which has found its niche among those seeking books on personal growth and practical philosophy, and for thrillers and suspense such as The Cove by Gregg Dunnett or The Doctor's Wife by Daniel Hurst.
In non-fiction, the title topping the list is Julia Navarro's *The Boy Who Lost the War* , confirming the continued interest of Spanish readers in historical memory and stories based on true events. These types of works share space with others more geared towards entertainment, but maintain a strong presence at the top of the rankings.
Looking at the extensive list of best-selling Kindle books in Spain, thrillers such as Blake Pierce's A Hidden Past and The Lonely Girl , Leslie Wolfe's The Surgeon , and Pierce's The Perfect Wife also make the list , reinforcing the presence of suspense as one of the pillars of the year.
Romance, crime fiction, and fiction: the genres that rule on Kindle
The analysis by genre leaves little doubt: romance is the most popular genre among Kindle readers in Spain. It is closely followed by crime fiction, thrillers, and general fiction, which together account for a significant portion of reading time on the device.
This combination of romantic stories, crime plots, and addictive fiction explains the appeal of many sagas and literary series. These are books with short chapters, constant twists, and endings that compel you to read the next volume—a format that lends itself particularly well to digital reading, where it's easy to switch from one book to another in a matter of seconds.
On the international stage, within the Kindle ecosystem in Europe, data indicates that crime, mystery, and thriller genres have also dominated in markets like the UK , with readers captivated by stories that maintain suspense until the very end. Authors such as Freida McFadden, Rebecca Yarros, and Alice Feeney are among the most read, reflecting a clear convergence of tastes across different European countries, and tools like Kindle Translate facilitate access to works in various languages.
At the same time, the so-called "romantay" genre—that blend of romance and fantasy—has carved out a niche for itself on the bestseller lists, with series like Rebecca Yarros's The Empyrean climbing the ranks. These kinds of sagas, also very popular in other European markets, demonstrate how readers are seeking expansive imaginary worlds and intense relationships that unfold across multiple books.
Overall, the Kindle photography market of 2025 is dominated by intense and highly emotional stories , whether through love, suspense, or adventure, which users consume both in marathon sessions and in short bursts throughout the day.
The rise and consolidation of Spanish talent on Kindle
The Kindle Year in Reading report also highlights the strength of Spanish authors on the platform. Names like Fernando Gamboa, María Dueñas, Patricia Bonet, Luis David Pérez, Abril Laínez, and Blanca Miosi have earned a prominent place among the most read and best-selling titles in Spain.
Fernando Gamboa appears on the lists with both SKIN: Don't trust anyone. Not even yourself , part of the Nuria Badal series, and REDEMPTION , two thrillers that combine a frenetic pace with settings familiar to local audiences. The Nuria Badal series is also among the most popular sagas among Kindle users.
In the realm of emotional narrative, María Dueñas reconnects with her audience with Por si un día volvemos , while Cita a ciegas by Patricia Bonet or Cuando estamos prohibidos by Abril Laínez consolidate the current success of romance written in Spanish and aimed at a broad audience.
Also noteworthy are proposals such as Luis David Pérez's The Fear Thief or Blanca Miosi's The Orange Seller , which bring different nuances to the national fiction scene, as well as romantic sagas like José de la Rosa's Dissolute Knights , which are very popular on Kindle.
This entire collection of titles confirms that Spanish literature is experiencing a period of high visibility within the Kindle ecosystem . It's not just a matter of starting a story: many readers complete the entire saga in the same year, which reinforces their loyalty to certain Spanish authors.
Read, highlight, and return thanks to the digital ecosystem
One of the most striking aspects of the Kindle Year in Reading is the emphasis on active reading . The more than 658 million highlights created by Spanish users demonstrate that Kindle is not only used for turning pages, but also for studying, reflecting, and sharing highlighted passages.
Inspirational quotes, ideas to save for later, or passages to recommend to friends are all part of this more interactive way of reading. The fact that the device allows you to save notes, search for terms, and sync content across different devices has made it easier for many readers to integrate Kindle into their work or study routine; moreover, learning how to access your Kindle ebooks on other readers is an increasingly common practice among users who combine devices.
The relationship between screen and paper has also become closer. Some readers discover a book on Kindle, read it digitally, and then buy it in hardcover or a special edition , while others do the opposite: they start with a physical copy and continue or reread it electronically for convenience.
Furthermore, the report highlights the ongoing connection between reading and audiovisual content . When the final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty premiered on Prime Video, downloads of the original book quadrupled, a clear example of how television and streaming adaptations continue to be a powerful driver for encouraging people to read on Kindle.
In this context, Kindle Year in Reading acts almost as a cultural thermometer: it allows us to see which stories have circulated most strongly, which authors have gained ground, and how algorithmic recommendations mix with traditional word of mouth , now amplified by social networks and video platforms.
Looking at the data set, the picture that Kindle Year in Reading paints in Spain is one of a country that reads a lot and digitally , with a clear preference for romance, crime novels and fiction, a growing presence of national authors and an increasingly active way of reading, connected both with series and films as well as with daily habits, from August nights to spare moments before going to sleep.
