Amazon (AMZN.US) is laying off nearly 100 employees in its book department to improve efficiency and streamline operations.

According to the financial news app Yitong Finance, Amazon (AMZN.US) announced on Thursday that the company has laid off employees in its book department, including the Goodreads review website and the Kindle department. The company stated that fewer than 100 employees were affected, and the move is aimed at improving efficiency and streamlining operations.