Literature in the 1970s

A novel by Erich Segal that became a bestseller in the 1970s, showcasing a return to traditional storytelling.

Racism remained a crucial topic explored in literature during the 1970s, reflecting social concerns of the time.

John Updike emerged as a major literary figure during the 1970s, known for his insightful prose and exploration of American life.

Self-help books and diet guides replaced cookbooks and home repair manuals on bestseller lists in the 1970s, reflecting a growing interest in personal improvement.

Criminal non-fiction, a genre exploring true crime stories, gained popularity in the 1970s due to the rising cost of hardcovers and a wider reading audience.

Stephen King emerged as a popular author in the 1970s, known for his chilling horror novels such as "Carrie," "The Shining," and "The Stand."

Exposés, books revealing secrets or scandals, gained popularity alongside biographical works about literary figures in the 1970s, indicating a growing interest in investigative journalism.

Horror novels became a popular genre during the 1970s, reflecting a cultural fascination with the macabre and the supernatural.

The rising cost of hardcovers led to a surge in the popularity of paperbacks, making books more accessible to a wider audience in the 1970s.