Popular Book Genres In 2021

What Is A Genre?

A genre is a group of books with similar characteristics. Whether it be mystery, romance, horror, or science fiction genres are what give book their classification and definition. Readers can pick a book according to their interest and taste based on book genres.

They have come to define the reading experience for many people as they search for the perfect book to read next.

Genres have changed over time as technology has evolved and new forms of entertainment have emerged. In addition to traditional genres such as fiction, poetry novels and nonfiction there are now popular genres including self-help books, graphic novels and podcasts.   

What Is A Sub Genre?

A subgenre is a subset of genre, or a subdivision of the literary genre. For example, horror fiction has different genres such as mystery and romance. This allows for readers to find more books that they might enjoy reading. 

There are many popular genres in literature including fantasy and science fiction novels. Fantasy novels may also have categories such as high fantasy and epic fantasy while science fiction could fall under dystopian or space opera depending on what type you’re looking for! 

Popular Book Genres In 2021

For those who truly wish to elevate their lives and thoughts, books have always been their first priority. As trends and situations change, the popularity of different book genres are changing, creating new experiences for readers. Now let’s find out what are the top book genres in 2021.

Moreover, authors and writers can use this as a guide to identify opportunities where their work may be seen more frequently.

1. Fantasy 

Fantasy is a popular genre of books that ranges from children’s literature, to young adult fiction. It often includes magic and other supernatural phenomena.

Fantasy has long been enjoyed by readers, but it became even more prominent in the late 2000s when J. K Rowling published her Harry Potter series which combined fantasy with elements like mystery and science-fiction.

The popularity of the book series led to many copycats over the years, as well as many new authors writing their own fantasies for readers to enjoy! 

Fantasy will likely remain a popular genre of books into 2021 because people are still looking for an escape from reality where they can read about things that don’t exist in real life (but may want them too!). 

2. Romance 

Romance novels have been popular since the 1800’s and it’s no surprise that they’re still a favorite among readers today. In fact, romance is one of the most popular genres in 2017 with over 45 million books sold last year. So what will be the top romances in 2021? Let’s take a look at predictions from publishers to see if we can find out! 

The future for this genre is bright as long as there are always new love stories being written. There are so many different options when it comes to romance novels because every reader has their own idea of what makes them tick- from sweet to spicy, from contemporary to paranormal, these stories cover all bases.

3. Mystery/Thriller 

Mystery and thriller books are a popular genre in the book world. The suspenseful tales offer readers an escape from their daily lives, while also providing them with insight into what it’s like to be living in dangerous situations.  There is a wide variety of mystery and thriller novels that cover topics such as crime, mysteries, thrillers, and more.

In a recent survey, the mystery and thriller genre is voted as one of the most popular genres in 2021. The number of respondents who read this genre more than doubled from 2017 to 2021.

Books that are released into this category will be on high demand for publishers. 

In addition, it is reported that crime novel sales have increased by 5% over the last year alone.

4. Erotica 

Erotica is a popular book genre in 2021. The Fifty Shades of Grey franchise is going strong since the release of its first novel back in 2011, and shows no sign of slowing down with an upcoming movie set to be released next year.

It has been around for millennia and it continues to be a favorite of readers everywhere. In 2021, there are many writers who have made their mark in this industry through sheer determination and persistence. One such writer is Mandy Morey-Creech, the author of ‘A Lesson from the Master.’ 

5. Science Fiction/Fantasy 

Science fiction is a genre that has roots in the 19th century. Technology makes it possible for authors to create much more imaginative worlds.

The first book I’ll talk about is “Mystery of the Missing Time”. In it, author Alyssa Palombo creates an alternate universe where humans are enslaved by beings from another planet called Vasties. When one girl discovers her power to travel through time, she must use her new abilities to free Earth from its enslavement by these creatures. The use of virtual reality to create the scenario is the best thing about the book.

If you are looking for an enjoyable story full of action, suspense, and mystery then science fiction might be the best genre to read in 2021. From aliens to space exploration, time travel, or even dystopian societies- there is something for everyone.

6. Historical Fiction

History is a fascinating subject and a lot of content is written on this subject. Historical fiction authors have attempted to recreate the past and bring it to life by writing stories based on real events. However, in 2021, such books are becoming less popular than they were in previous decades. 

Historical fiction novels often rely heavily on facts and research which can make them difficult for some readers due to their lack of creative license.

These days many people prefer reading more contemporary forms of literature like urban fantasy or steampunk novels because they tend to be more inventive and fun while still capturing the essence of our world today.

In 2020, 20% of books published were classified as “historical.”

This number is quite telling because it indicates there may be an increase in popularity for this type of book during 2021. With all the uncertainty happening today, people are looking to get away from their problems by reading about old times and places where things seemed simpler and more hopeful.

Conclusion

The most popular book genres in 2021 are fantasy, romance, mystery, erotica, science fiction and historical fiction. These types of books have been around for many years but were not as widely read until recently due to the rise in popularity of e-readers. 

These trends will have have high demands in future as they have gained more popularity then ever before.