I always loved the idea but never got the chance to get into steampunk books.
I prefer sci-fi more than fantasy. I noticed there was quite a few that involved vampires, werewolves and ghosts, which is not really my thing. I wouldn't mind some of that, but rather it not be the main part of the story.
I'm also more interested in stories around navy/airships. Doesn't have to be military though, anything revolving around ships (air or sea) interests me. Could be military, could be war, could be civilians, merchants, transportation, etc.
But while I prefer the above a lot more, really, I would be open to any good steampunk novel.
Thanks!