Film genres categorize movies for viewers to choose from. There are six categories: action and adventure, comedy, drama, family, thriller, and personal taste. Genres can overlap and combine to create a unique storyline. Most movies fall into multiple genres, making them interesting to watch. A film genre is a label applied to a film for […]
Fantasy is a genre with mythical elements and magic. It has various sub-genres including classic, epic, contemporary, historical, sword and sorcery, humorous, fairytale, and dark fantasy. Each category has common settings or themes. Fantasy is a genre that employs otherworldly or mythical elements. An imaginary world where magic dwells is a common theme. Numerous authors […]
Fiction genres categorize narrative storytelling based on plot elements. Popular genres include mystery, science fiction, romance, westerns, fantasy, horror, and literary fiction. Storytelling has existed since prehistoric times, with the novel originating in the 1700s. Edgar Allan Poe invented the mystery story, while Jules Verne and HG Wells pioneered science fiction. Pulp magazines helped create […]
Book genres can be complex, with disagreement over where books fit and the existence of sub-genres. Fiction and non-fiction are the main categories. Non-fiction includes how-to, travelogues, autobiographies, biographies, self-help, and reference books. Fiction includes novels, westerns, mysteries, science fiction, fantasy, thrillers, horror, and historical fiction. Other genres include poetry, plays, short stories, and mixed […]
Manga is divided into genres based on audience, such as shonen for young males and shoujo for teenage girls. Seinen and josei are for adult men and women, while yuri and yaoi depict same-sex relationships. Hentai is sexually explicit manga. Manga, a Japanese literary style similar to comics, is typically divided into genres based on […]
British fiction can be classified into various genres, including historical, gothic, and science fiction. Ten standard genres recognized by scholars are bildungsroman, historical, regional, costume, gothic, industrial, adventure, romance, science fiction, and detective story. Genre in British fiction classifies work according to style and gives readers an idea of its setting, contents, and perspective. However, […]
The earliest poems predate the Bible, but no samples have survived. Epic, sonnet, couplet, limerick, and haiku are popular genres. The Epic of Gilgamesh is the earliest surviving written poem. Sonnets, couplets, and limericks have specific rhyme and rhythmic patterns. Haiku originated in Japan and consists of three lines with 17 syllables. The earliest poems […]
Non-fiction refers to any narrative based on factual material, including books, audiobooks, and ebooks. Popular genres include biography, science, and creative nonfiction. Non-fiction also includes news coverage, documentaries, and scientific journals. Specialized interests are required for many non-fiction genres. Biographies, autobiographies, and memoirs are popular genres. History, sociology, culture, geography, nature, travel, art, and photography […]
Short stories have the same genres as novels, including literary fiction, romance, horror, and science fiction. Short story genres are also defined by form, such as micro-fiction and flash fiction, and by theme, such as horror and psychological. Short stories can take many forms, including monologues and letters. Online platforms have expanded genre-specific publications. The […]
American fiction encompasses any fictional story written by an American author or about America. It includes various genres such as western, horror, science fiction, fantasy, literary fiction, and general fiction. Westerns are the most well-known genre, focusing on early settlement years in the western states. Other genres developed throughout American history, including horror, science fiction, […]
Drama is a popular genre for entertainment, with various types including romance, tragedy, comedy, and crime. Television has expanded the range of dramatic styles, including docudramas and legal dramas, captivating audiences worldwide. Everyone, and not just drama queens, likes to kick back and watch a great show. Whether the play is on stage or screen, […]
Horror genres in literature, film, TV, and other media often overlap and incite feelings of dread, fear, or anxiety. Common types include monster/supernatural, gothic, psychological, body/gore/splatter, extraterrestrial, and survival horror. Many are named after popular authors like Clive Barker or Edgar Allen Poe. There are certain horror genres that can be found in literature, film, […]
Romance genres vary over time and can include specific settings, characters, and writing styles. Some genres, like African-American and gay romance, have become separate editorial lines. Romance novels can also cross over with other genres, but must prioritize romance standards. There are many different romance genres, and the way romance novels and stories are categorized […]
This text describes different comedy genres, including physical comedy, horror comedy, parody, romantic comedy, comedy drama, and surreal comedy. Each genre has its own unique style and themes, with some incorporating serious topics in a humorous way. Romantic comedies often have happy endings while black comedies can be disturbing yet amusing. Parodies use satire to […]
Satire is a technique in art and literature that pokes fun at established norms. The different genres include parody, Horatian and Juvenal satire. Parody is based on a particular work, while parodies send entire genres. Satirists use their craft for social commentary, comedy or both. The Simpsons uses humor to critique society, while South Park […]
