Multiple outlets report that the Queen makes a blunt remark to booksellers about her reading preferences. The comment, described in connection with a meeting or interaction involving booksellers, is that she says she “hates sci-fi.” The reports present the statement as a direct quote reflecting the Queen’s personal taste rather than a wider policy or institutional position. No sources provided here include detailed context such as the event’s date, location, or the specific conversation that prompted the remark. Similarly, the accounts do not include follow-up explanation from the Queen or confirm whether the comment leads to any actions by publishers or booksellers. Overall, the information currently available is limited to the reported quote and the claim that it is directed at booksellers, with variations in how outlets frame the interaction. The story is therefore best understood as a reported anecdote about the Queen’s personal views on science fiction rather than a verifiable statement of official cultural guidance.