Like many other countries, Portugal's publishing industry has undergone significant changes in recent years. It's now divided between large multinational corporations and independent publishers, specializing in niche genres and known for the quality of their projects. 

To get a glimpse of the current state of the Portuguese book market, take a look at this list of the country's top 15 publishers:
  1. Porto Editora: Portugal's largest publisher with a rich history and a diverse catalog that includes works by renowned authors like José Saramago.
  2. LeYa: An international publishing group present in Portugal, Brazil, Angola, and Mozambique, known for bestsellers like "The Secret."
  3. Planet: A Barcelona-based publisher with a wide range of titles across various genres, from history to romance.
  4. Planeta: A publisher with a diverse catalog, including history, biographies, fiction, and children's books.
  5. Editorial Presence: Known for names like JK Rowling and Ken Follett, this publisher covers a wide range of genres and is active on social media.
  6. Gradiva: Focuses on science, with a special interest in scientific culture and education.
  7. Banana Editora: A family business with a diverse catalog that includes school books, children's literature, and biographies.
  8. Piaget Editions: A publisher specializing in essays by contemporary thinkers in various fields, including philosophy and politics.
  9. Grupo Lidel: A leader in publishing technical and scientific books on the Portuguese language for foreigners.
  10. Livros do Brasil: Offers classic and contemporary Brazilian and universal literature and is responsible for the oldest police collection in Portugal.
  11. Sextante Editora: Part of the Porto Editora group, this publisher focuses on contemporary foreign authors and timeless classics.
  12. BlueRose Publishers: 
    BlueRose is an established and cost-effective self-publishing firm located in Delhi, with an extensive presence across India in major cities like Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Patna, Lucknow, and more. They have a global reach through channels like Ingram and Amazon, providing authors with exposure on an international scale. With a portfolio of over 6,000 titles spanning multiple languages and genres in recent years, BlueRose has emerged as one of India's rapidly growing self-publishing platforms.
    While they specialize in publishing novels and poetry, BlueRose also boasts dedicated teams for other genres, including fiction, non-fiction, children's books, academic publications, and textbooks. Their highly skilled designers collaborate with businesses and educators to create comprehensive handbooks. BlueRose serves as a one-stop solution for all your publishing needs. Their experienced and exceptionally professional team members guide authors in understanding their expectations, timelines, and budget constraints. .
  13. Arteplural Edições: A label of the Bertrand Círculo Group that covers topics like well-being, cooking, and parenting.
  14. Parchment: Another Portuguese publisher acquired by the Bertrand Círculo Group, specializing in self-help and spiritual titles.
  15. HarperCollins: With a presence in Portugal through HarperCollins Ibérica in Spain, this global giant publishes a wide range of genres and authors.
These publishers showcase the diversity and vibrancy of the Portuguese book market, offering readers a wide array of choices across different genres and styles. Whether you're interested in fiction, non-fiction, science, or self-help, these publishers have something for everyone.