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Book genres and styles

Readers shop by genre, and each genre has its own expectations for the cover, the blurb and the way the book is presented. Knowing yours helps the right readers find it.

Book styles for different genres
A fiction book style example

Why genre matters

Retailers and readers organise books by genre and subgenre. Matching your book to its genre helps the cover, the description and the categories signal what the book is.

Common fiction and non-fiction genres

  • Romance, crime, thriller, fantasy and science fiction
  • Memoir, self-help, business and history
  • Children's books, poetry and illustrated titles

How we can help

We discuss your genre and readers, then shape the cover brief, description and categories to match. Each project is agreed in writing before work begins.

Frequently asked questions

How do I choose my genre?

Look at the books your readers already enjoy, and choose the genre and categories where your book sits most naturally.

Talk to DREM Book

Email support@drembook.com with a short description of your book and what you need. DREM Book is a digital publishing service based at 3 High Barnes, Great Lumley, Chester-le-Street, England, DH3 4HX. We do not print or ship books. Every project starts with a written quote or agreement.