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Ann Steiner is Professor of Sociology of Literature at Uppsala University's Department of Literature and Rhetoric within the Faculty of Languages. She serves as head of the Sociology of Literature section and maintains active research in publishing systems and literary culture.
Her research examines literature's societal role through studies of publishing economics, literary value systems, and digital transformations. Key interests include:
- Global book market structures and digital disruption
- Audiobook evolution and children's digital literature
- Bestseller dynamics and cultural valuation processes
- Historical publishing trade development
Recent publications reveal a strong focus on digital publishing transitions, particularly audiobook markets and streaming services' impact on literary consumption. Her work combines historical analysis with contemporary market research, emphasizing Nordic publishing contexts while addressing global industry trends.
Professor Steiner actively contributes to academic discourse through editorial work, including the 2024 collection Litteratursociologi i nytt ljus, and maintains significant industry engagement through projects like the annual Bokbarometern market analysis.
Her research methodology blends
- Large-scale data analysis of consumption patterns
- Qualitative industry discourse examination
- Historical publishing trade documentation
- Cross-media production studies
