Favorite fiction book genres in the United Kingdom (UK) 2020

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Amy Watson
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Jun 14, 2023
A survey investigating book consumption in the United Kingdom in March 2020 found that 33 percent of respondents aged 16 years or older most enjoyed reading crime, thrillers, and mystery books, making this genre the most popular. Meanwhile, fantasy fiction and action and adventure books were the favorite among 22 percent and 20 percent of respondents respectively.

Preferred fiction book genres in the United Kingdom (UK) as of March 2020

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Statistic: Preferred fiction book genres in the United Kingdom (UK) as of March 2020

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Release date

March 2020

Region

United Kingdom

Survey time period

March 2020

Number of respondents

67,337*

Age group

16 years and older

Method of interview

Online survey

Supplementary notes

*Sample size is unweighted.
Question: What are your favorite genres of fiction?

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