| A | B |
| Realistic Fiction | The story takes place in recent times. All people and animals in the book behave as they would in real life. |
| Classics | This book is considered to be famous and has stood the test of time. Most people have heard of the book. |
| Mystery | There is a usually a crime or some type of puzzle to solve. The author leaves clues through the book for the reader to try and solve. |
| Historical Fiction | A book that takes place in the past. It can contain real people or places in history. |
| Science Fiction | Usually takes place in the future in another world or outer space. There is usually technology, robots, aliens, or time travel. |
| Suspense | Creates scary feelings when reading. A ghost story. |
| Adventure | Characters are involved in many exciting activities. There is a lot of action. |
| Humor | A funny book written to make you laugh. |
| Sports Fiction | the main characters are typically athletes |
| Fantasy | This type of book can have magic, animals talking, mythical creatures, and take place in another world |