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Amazon Cuts Fewer Than 100 Roles in Kindle and Goodreads Units

The move reflects CEO Andy Jassy’s drive to reduce bureaucracy, aligning teams with the company’s business roadmap.

The Amazon logo is seen outside its JFK8 distribution center in Staten Island, New York, U.S. November 25, 2020. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo
Amazon's Kindle e-book app is seen on an iPhone in an illustration taken April 11, 2023. REUTERS/Chris Helgren/Illustration/File Photo
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Overview

  • Amazon eliminated fewer than 100 positions in its Books division, affecting roles at both Goodreads and Kindle.
  • The company said the layoffs aim to improve efficiency and streamline operations under its business roadmap.
  • Affected employees will receive full pay and benefits for 60 days—or 90 days for New York and New Jersey staff—plus additional severance.
  • These cuts follow earlier reductions in the devices and services unit, Wondery podcast division and stores and communications teams.
  • Despite the layoffs, Amazon added approximately 4,000 jobs in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a nuanced workforce strategy.