I'd guess it would be so for most bookworms! We love books about books and anything that tells a great story.

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Deb!

I wish Goodreads had a function that would just search out the most frequently used words in my lists (although it would probably be "the" or "and"), but it doesn't, so I had to guess at what they would be and then search. Not very scientific, but oh well! It was fun.

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Leah!

I have several murder mysteries on my list that take place in libraries :) Makes sense since all of the words you mentioned are buzzwords for me! It's even better when they're combined in one novel.

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Pam!

Good idea! I'll submit it to Jana and see what she thinks :)

Oooh, I didn't even think of lie(s). It's probably a popular one, too, since lots of mysteries center around a lie or two (or ten).

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Deanna!

I've heard lots of complaints about the "girl" title trend and I get it, but I also understand that "girl" is snappier and more evocative than "woman" or "lady," especially in a mystery title.

Ha ha. My tastes are a little dark, too, apparently :)

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Greg!

They're very tantilizing title words! Even better when they're all combined into a gripping story :) My favorite kind of read for sure.

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Lark!

It seems that those words are popular among most genres. I find them in both of my favorite genres—historical fiction and mystery/thriller—but they're also common in sci-fi, fantasy, PNR, etc. Lots of us find them irresistible :)

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Jessica!

It was a fun exercise, although there weren't too many surprises in the mix. I guess I know myself pretty well :)

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Jenni!

I enjoyed the topic, so I'm glad others have too :)

Thanks for popping in, Laura!

I hear you! I'm always up for a good murder mystery too.

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Cheryl!

That wouldn't surprise me since we seem to like similar books, although I don't read much romance. I do have a few love titles in my lists, though.

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Wendy!

"Girl" seems to be very common in titles these days, especially in mysteries, thrillers, and historicals. Interesting.

Thanks for stopping in, Louise!

Even though I couldn't think of any of my own favorite words, I enjoyed reading other people's lists this week. And I agreed with so many of them!

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Emily!

I think they would be, too. We seem to like a lot of the same books. That's one of the reasons I love visiting your blog so much :) You always have great recommendations!

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Carla!

I'm glad the idea came to me because NOTHING was coming to my mind for favorite words. I mean, I love words, but I've never really thought about which are my favorites, you know? It was fun to see everyone else's lists. I learned some great new words and was reminded of many that I already love.

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Alex!

I've yet to meet a bookworm who doesn't like books about books. They're just so relatable for us!

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Marianne!

Me either. Would be weird, right?

Yes! I noticed that, too, and it does make sense as relationships are super important to me. I think certain titles appeal to me simply because I am a daughter, sister, mother, and wife, and I know how complicated and valuable all those relationships can be.

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Helen!

I think they're all pretty common title words that appeal to lots of people. That's why they're used so often, I guess!

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Deanne!

True! I wonder if publishers do studies on which titles sell best and why...I would be interested to know.

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Leslie!

Did you try it on your lists? Which words did you find? It's an interesting exercise, isn't it?

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Lady in Read!

I can't resist books about bookstores, libraries, bookmobiles, pack librarians, etc. They're so relatable. I love reading about my favorite hobby!

Thanks for popping by, Lucy!

Right? And it's popular in most genres, I would think. Maybe not contemporary romance, but I don't read much of that anyway. Ha!

Thanks, as always, for coming by and commenting, Alicia!