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Re: Mix of Genres
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I think a more lot people prefer sci-fi (vs. paranormal) because it has a somewhat realistic feel. What I did like about the mix of genres is there is something for everyone's tastes. The only problem for me is when the paranormal elements started to overtake the plot.Libs_Books wrote: ↑12 Jun 2018, 12:53I'm happy with a mix of genres, and agree that a touch of romance can brighten up a book. However, I'm not keen on paranormal stuff. I guess I'm picky - I don't mind people slipping through time in a sci-fi sort of way, but I found paranormal stuff incredible, as a general rule. My willing suspension of disbelief collapses.bookowlie wrote: ↑06 Jun 2018, 15:19I agree that many authors try to include a mix of themes or genres to attract more readers. That's why I think so many mysteries include a man and woman who are thrown together to solve the mystery - for example, a detective and a reporter, a reporter and a missing person's family member, etc. Of course, there is always a romance that winds up blooming along the way.KristyKhem wrote: ↑06 Jun 2018, 11:55 Mixing genres is a strategy to make a book more appealing to a wider range of readers. In most cases, people will pick a book based on cover design and blurb. If the blurb (or plot summary at the back) contains at least one genre that they like, in most cases, they will end up buying it. Personally, I always like a bit of romance in books
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