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Mystery Reader Preferences

Name: Mystery Reader Preferences
ISBN: 9788233977658

By
- Ivy Silver
Publisher
- Publifye

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Language: English
Format
Category: Economy & Business

Mystery Reader Preferences explores the enduring allure of the mystery genre by analyzing reader motivations, demographic factors, and sales data. The book argues that understanding these elements is key to strategic decision-making in publishing and bookselling. Did you know the genre's roots trace back to Edgar Allan Poe, evolving into diverse subgenres like the 'cozy mystery' and 'hard-boiled detective story'? This evolution reflects changing reader expectations and social trends. The book employs reader response theory, analyzing sales data from bookstores and demographic factors to create a comprehensive profile of the modern mystery reader. This approach offers practical insights for publishers and authors, guiding them in targeting specific reader segments and crafting resonant stories. Divided into four key parts, it begins with theoretical foundations, transitions to data analysis, synthesizes findings, and concludes with actionable implications.

Translators: AI

Release date

Ebook: 19 February 2025