Fundación Germán Sánchez Ruipérez

Reading and the publishing industry

Fundación Germán Sánchez Ruipérez (FGSR) is a private institution working in books, reading, and publishing. Its main location is at 14 Paseo de la Chopera, in Matadero Madrid, 28045 Madrid.

Programs

The foundation develops research, training, and public-information projects related to the book industry. Its initiatives include:

• PARIX: a training school for book-industry professionals, with more than 3,000 students and around 30 courses, supported by Spain's Recovery Plan.
• Readmagine: an annual event bringing together innovators from the global book industry.
• Renodo: a project that analyzes the book market and produces reports, including a 2025 report on the Spanish market.
• Lemétrika: an app for evaluating the impact of reading programs.
• Casa del Lector: a cultural center at Matadero Madrid hosting reading-related events and exhibitions.
• Canal Lector: a platform featuring content and conversations with authors and publishing professionals.

Publications and resources

The foundation produces downloadable reports, including one on environmental sustainability in the book industry, and maintains a resource section with industry studies and analysis.

Contact

Address: 14 Paseo de la Chopera, Matadero Madrid, 28045 Madrid. Phone: 91 700 28 40. Email: comunicacionweb@fundaciongsr.es. Social media: X, Facebook, and YouTube.