Fiction Genres

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A multi-generational family gathered around an old table, engrossed in a large, ancient book, symbolizing connection and shared history.

Generational sagas guide readers to find roots in a rootless world

Last year, sales of books categorized as 'generational sagas' jumped by 28% in the US, outpacing all other fiction genres, according to Nielsen BookScan .

Karim El-Sayed·May 24, 2026