Genres of Fiction

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refers to a literary work which comes from the author's imagination. It may inform, entertain, inspire, or persuade.

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Fiction

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three categories of Fiction

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Realistic, non-realistic, and semi-fiction.

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with artistic value and literary merit, often focusing on character-driven stories and reflections on humanity.

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Literary Fiction

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A genre that follows a plot with a detective character trying to solve a case, creating suspense and anticipation.

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Mystery Fiction

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Dark, mysterious, and suspenseful plots with techniques like plot twists and cliffhangers.

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Thriller

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A genre written to shock and scare readers, often involving supernatural elements like ghosts and monsters.

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Horror

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Fiction that creatively uses research to transport readers to another time and place, often involving historical figures.

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Historical

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A light-hearted genre that highlights love stories, often with a satisfying conclusion.

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Romance

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Stories set in the American Old West, featuring cowboys and outlaws, focusing on the specific locale and culture.

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Western

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A novel that highlights the transition of a character from youth to adulthood, often involving profound loss or conflict.

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