I mention competition often in my blogs, articles, and books. I tell you that the publishing industry is highly competitive, that there is a lot of competition for publishing contracts, space in bookstores, and for buyers. Of course, this is true in once sense. But there are some genres that are so popular that you can’t consider that you’re entering a competition with a book in this genre.
What types of books are selling these days? From what I hear, it’s romance novels. Cozy mysteries seem to be highly popular—that’s a light mystery. Add a charming animal or two and you’re sure to entice readers. Crime mysteries are popular. There is a large science fiction fan base.
Before you decide what genre to write in, if you are after book sales, be sure to do thorough research into the most popular genres. If this genre isn’t something you know much about, launch a study. Read books in the genre—dozens and dozens of them. Is this a genre you can understand? Is it one you would enjoy writing in?
You’ve heard people say that we make our own luck. This statement can be true when it comes to publishing success. If you want to produce a more successful book, learn to write well in a genre that is selling!