Crap Quote by George R. R. Martin
“Yes - 90% of fantasy is crap. And so is 90% of science fiction and 90% of mystery fiction and 90% of literary fiction.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2018, Tor.com interview with George R. R. Martin
Most genre fiction is low quality, with only a minority offering depth or originality.
In simple terms: Most genre books are bad; few are good.
Key Takeaway
Seek out the exceptional works.
Themes
literature
genre criticism
quality assessment
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
literary
critical
analytical
When to use this quote
- book clubs
- reading recommendations
- library acquisitions
- writing workshops
- publisher scouting
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
selection bias
literary merit
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define a 'good' genre book?
- How can readers discover high‑quality genre works?
A Different Perspective
Not all genre fiction is terrible; taste is subjective.
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