Are you open to many different genres?

I have a pretty strong attachment to high fantasy novels. I don't stray too far from the genre. When I tell myself to venture out and pick more I wind up going around the bookstore and maybe I'll pick up something outside of fantasy that sounds interesting enough and four fantasy novels that looked too good to pass up. I AM trying to read outside my personal fantasy box. I've been reading some non-fiction (I stick to subjects I have an interest in like dreams, mythology, and writing) and some old classics. I haven't really read anything outside my fantasy box that I've REALLY enjoyed (except for Surprised by Joy by C.S. Lewis, which I read because I have an interest in C.S. Lewis, which comes from me reading his fantasy novels... naturally) but I'm still making the effort to read some stuff other than fantasy. But I doubt I'm ever changing my mind about my favorite genre.

I am always trying to find something new, but you wont see me reading Harlequin and too much girly romance novels, i did read some romance novels but not the teeny bopper ones. usually I read horror and scifi, I also like interactive books like "choose your own adventure" I also read some historical fiction as well. I want rich and robust storylines but also i want things easier to understand

I have my favourites, like anyone, but I'll read absolutely anything. And I mean anything. In the last year, I've read non-fiction, science fiction, girlie romantic fiction, crime, fantasy, general fiction, kids' books... it's all good.

i have my favorite books that could be comics, science,history,math,chemestry, but if i have to choose only one i will say science, anything that has to be with new developments about technology, specialy electronics, ilove digital electronis, robotics, im also doing some experimentation with PLCS to robotics, it really make me crazy when i do some research and programing.

Hi there! I love reading books! :) I usually go for the romantic comedy genre. Reading is sort of an escapism for me, so I prefer to read light-hearted works of literature rather than those serious, criminal stories. I also love fantasy as I am a believer in magic - Harry Potter, anyone? However, I also read psychological thrillers when I'm in the mood. :)

Like many of the other posters I do have my favorite genres. But I also try to occasionally read something different from what I usually read. Part of this is because I'm a librarian and it's much easier to help people find goods reads when you have a little knowledge of a wide range of types. My personal favorites that I cycle through are science fiction, fantasy, mysteries, some romance, and historical novels. I will proudly admit that I read mainly for escapism. Not that I feel the need to escape this life, but the thrill of entering a totally different world, era, situation, etc. This is one reason I also like series and thick books. Once I find a world and characters I really enjoy I don't want to leave them! I do on rare occasions read non-fiction, but it's usually historical or on genealogical methodology, because both tie in to my researching family history. One factor many people forget when talking about genres. There are LOTS of subgenres for each genre. So if you like humor in your romances, look for a science fiction with humor. If you like mysteries, try a mystery set in the Old West. It's easier to mix genres if you actually read the style of fiction you like regardless of genre. If you pick up just any science fiction you still might not like it. But there are science fiction books that are romantic, have mysteries, are off the wall funny, are utterly depressing [dystopias, probably my least type of science fiction!], coming of age science fiction, etc. Think about it, and then ask your librarian for ideas for a new genre! Or post here and maybe I can suggest something!

I do tend to stick to the authors and genres I like, but since winning a book here and a book there from online contests, I have been reading these new authors and genres and actually enjoy them. It's like committing yourself to a person without having played the field. I am now reading genres I never thought I'd read and am enjoying them, even writing reviews on them. That's a lesson I have learned. Step outside the box. Don't tie yourself down to just one genre, or a handful of authors. As a writer, though, we are supposed to read what we write, however I think there is an advantage to reading different genres. You can always learn something new.

hi porcospino I love mystery books and stephen kings books and romantic mysteries and also some science fiction, and occasionally I will read something that is not in my favorites if its really good and draws me in. I love books that hook me and I want to read them all night. some fantasy is okay too. lol lol

I read Science Fiction and Fantasy the most, but I read other genres. If somebody gives me a book or highly recommends a book, I'll give it a try.

During my very young days i used to read mainly comics.When i grew a little older i started reading Westerns, horror, murder mystery novels.Later on it was best sellers.Much later i switched over to knoledge books like the National Geo mags and their special publications in different fields like Astronomy, Archaeology,Wildlife and so on.Now i read only books based on spiritual philosophy.So you see my tastes changed as i grew older and more matured.

I am open to reading just about anything. I do prefer how-to books and unauthorized biographies, but then I'll read romance, fantasy, mystery, science fiction, etc. Sometimes I'm surprised when I come across something I'd never think to read. I think it's good to read across genres.

Hello! I love reading books, interesting books. I am not particular to the genres of the book. I read books as long I enjoy reading it. I will name my favorite books according to the genres I read most. 1. The Holy Bible - Christian Books 2. Daily Bread - Christian Books 3. Devotionals - Christian Books 4. Science and Technology - Educational Books 5. World History - Educational Books 6. Fantasy Books 7. Love Story Books and the list goes on.

I love reading books. I read almost every genre. I do have my own favorites though. I love Paranormal romances now. Actually, as i think about it now, I read different genres depending on my moods. When I feel sad I read those books with light romance and i stay away from those books with heavy drama. When I feel like dwelling on my sadness I read those with dark themes and heavy story. But overall, I'm open everything. Reading makes you experience different things and i suggest that you try reading every genre and picked out what you like best.

I always liked scientific books, or at least, all kind of books talking about facts, and the other genres weren't as much exciting as my expectation was. If I receive one of a different kind, I tend to be stuck-up with my ideas, so maybe I throw away that book, or in some cases I read that, but my approach is very critic, and I tend to discuss, or even reject a lot of thoughts, that otherwise wouldn't matter at all.

I am opened to different literary genres. I do have my personal favorites, but even though I do have my preferences, I am opened to reading other genres. If a book does seem interesting, then I will usually read it and see if I like it. Sometimes, I do, while other times I don't. But this is also true of books that fall into my favorite literary genre as well.

i take off christian literature on the list

I am open to different genres but there are really those genres that I really like. It really depends on my mood. Sometimes, I want some serious stuff with thrills and suspense. Sometimes, I like the fantasy books. At times, I go for some vampire stuff or horror books or even get to read those kiddie an teenage books. I keep my options open 'cause in that way, I get to learn a lot more. Whatever book I read, I always try my best to finish it no matter how boring it actually is, especially if it was a gift from someone. Anyways, books for me are my ways of killing boredom and making me think of what the authors might think.

I like to read anything.Not really picky.As long as the book looks interesting I'll read it.

Hi Poscopino, very interesting post. Just like you, I tend to stick to the book genre that I like. But I also tried to read books from other genres. I even buy books from genres that I like the least but honestly, I did not even finish reading a chapter. However, I believe that as we grow older, our interests also change so I might develop an interest of reading books that I do not like right now in the future. As of now, I like reading legal thrillers. But, my choice of the books that I will continue to read usually depends upon how the author keeps my interest. Thus, if I picked a good book from a particular author, I usually buy all the books of the said author. I also read some self-help and craft books lately. The genre that I like the least are science or war fiction. If I get a book as a gift not of the genre that I like, I still keep it respecting the choice of the giver while hoping to read it in the future. How about you, have returned a book because it was not a book that you read?

I have some favourite genres (actually, fantasy and science fiction, classic novels, mysteries) but I read from different genres as well. I don't usually buy books but instead borrow them from my local library, and there all the different genres are stored together under "fiction" rather than separated by groups. This means that it's easy for me to choose books of all kinds at the same time - I read anything with an interesting title/cover. However, there are some genres that I would usually avoid: chick lit, books about wars, airport thrillers like John Grisham, Robert Ludlum. I would read them if I had nothing else to read, but while I have a choice I prefer not to.