Our Legacy: A Story of Books, Culture, and Community
Lectorum Through the Years
| 1960
Humble Beginnings
Lectorum opens as a local bookstore serving the general public and college students in NYC.
| 1970s
A Growing Mission
We begin distributing nationwide to public schools, universities, and libraries.
| 1990s
Becoming a National Leader
Lectorum is now the largest U.S. distributor of Spanish-language books, expanding our reach across the education sector.
| 2000s
Publishing Begins
We launch our own imprint, publishing original Spanish titles and beloved translations like Magic Tree House, Kate DiCamillo, and Kevin Henkes.
| 2010s
Stronger Together
We strengthen partnerships with bilingual and dual-language programs in schools and libraries across the country.
| 2020
Celebrating 60 Years
Our 60th anniversary marks six decades of impact.
| Today
Continuing the Mission
We offer 25,000+ curated both Spanish & English language titles and support for educators through collection development, catalogs, and personalized service. Learn More:
A Trusted Partner for Educators, Librarians & School Leadership
At Lectorum, we don’t just distribute books - we help schools and libraries cultivate lifelong readers and affirm language, culture, and identity through literature.
Here’s what you can count on when you work with us:
Curated Book Collections
Every title we offer is carefully reviewed by our team of experts to meet the academic, cultural, and developmental standards of today’s schools and libraries. Choose from ready-made collections or let us build one tailored to your students’ needs and your program’s.
Custom Solutions for Schools
Whether you're designing classroom libraries, building a new collection, or aligning books to your curriculum, our team is here to help - every step of the way.
Support for Trade & Specialty Markets
Beyond schools and libraries, we proudly serve bookstores, community organizations, and cultural institutions with responsive service and a vast selection of titles.
Responsive, Knowledgeable Support
We’re known for our service - and we take that seriously. Our team works with you personally to find the right books, answer your questions, and deliver what you need, when you need it.
So, whether you’re seeking culturally relevant titles, Spanish read-alouds, or age appropriate dual-language books, Lectorum is your partner in building inclusive, inspiring collections.