Random Book Genre Generator
Not sure what to read next? Spin the wheel and let it pick a genre for you!
How to Use the Book Genre Wheel
- Spin the wheel - Click or tap to get a random genre
- Get your genre - See what type of book to read next
- Find a book - Search for top-rated titles in that genre
- Spin again - Want a different pick? Keep spinning!
Great For
- Breaking out of a reading rut - Try a genre you'd never pick yourself
- Reading challenges - Spin 12 times for a genre-a-month challenge
- Book clubs - Let the wheel pick next month's genre
- TBR pile decisions - Match spun genres to books you already own
- Library visits - Head straight to a random section
- Gift ideas - Spin to pick a genre for someone's birthday book
All 50 Book Genres on the Wheel
Our wheel covers fiction, non-fiction, and everything in between:
Core Fiction: Fantasy, Science Fiction, Mystery, Thriller, Romance, Horror, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Crime, Adventure, Dystopian, Humor, Western
Speculative Subgenres: Epic Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Magical Realism, Gothic, Steampunk, Cyberpunk, Space Opera, Hard Sci-Fi, Post-Apocalyptic
Mystery & Thriller: Cozy Mystery, Psychological Thriller, Spy Fiction, True Crime
Romance: Romance Comedy, Dark Romance, Historical Romance, Paranormal Romance
Stories & Retellings: Mythology, Fairy Tale Retelling, Short Stories, Young Adult, Children's, Graphic Novel, Classic Literature, Satire
Non-Fiction: Memoir, Biography, Self-Help, Travel Writing, Philosophy, Popular Science, Business, Cookbook, Essay Collection, Poetry
Other Fiction: War Fiction, Political Fiction
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pick a random book genre?
Spin our book genre wheel by clicking or tapping. It randomly selects from 50 different genres.
What book genres are on the wheel?
Everything from mainstream genres like Fantasy, Mystery, and Romance to niche categories like Cozy Mystery, Magical Realism, and Steampunk — 50 genres covering both fiction and non-fiction.
Can I use this for a reading challenge?
Absolutely! Spin 12 times for a genre-a-month reading challenge, or spin once a week to keep things fresh. It's a great way to explore genres you wouldn't normally pick.
Does the wheel include non-fiction?
Yes! Alongside fiction genres, the wheel includes Memoir, Biography, Self-Help, True Crime, Popular Science, Philosophy, Travel Writing, and more.