Riding the Wave of Romantic Suspense: A Look at the Rapidly Growing Genre
Introduction The publishing world has experienced a surge in the popularity of romantic suspense in recent years. According to recent search results, romantic suspense has seen a remarkable 46% increase, with mail-order bride stories experiencing an impressive 78% growth, ranking high for sales while maintaining low competition[1]. Trends also indicate a continued demand for small-town romance as well as Amish or Christian fiction[1]. With unit sales of romance novels growing by 41% in 2021 and experiencing even more growth in 2022, the future of the genre looks promising[1]. In this article, we will explore the factors driving these trends and