LITERARY
GENRES
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Table Of
Contents
01 The World of Literarture
02 The Art of Poetry
03 Uncovering the Essence of Drama
04 Imagining? Write Fiction!
05 Popular Fiction
06 New and Emerging Literary Forms
07 What is Electronic Literature
08 Loving the Literary World
THE WORLD OF LITERATURE
Literature is an expansive
and diverse domain that
comprises a myriad of
written works, each with its
distinctive features and
themes. It serves as a
reflection of the human
experience and imagination,
providing a platform for
authors to express ideas,
emotions, and narratives to
their readers. Literature is
segmented into several
genres, each characterized
by its unique conventions,
styles, and objectives.
Here‘s an overview of the
World of Literary Genres
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Poetry is a unique form of
literary expression that employs THE ART
OF
language in an artistic and
unconventional manner to evoke
emotions, convey ideas, and
POETRY
paint vivid imagery. Its
distinguishing features include
the use of rhythm, meter,
rhyme, and figurative language
that differentiate it from
ordinary prose.
For centuries, poetry has been Poetry often employs vivid and evocative imagery to
deeply intertwined with human create mental pictures in the reader's mind. It uses
culture and has served as a metaphors, similes, personification, and other figurative
language to convey complex emotions and ideas in a
powerful tool for self-expression,
compact form.
narrative storytelling, and
contemplation of the human
experience.
Many poems have a rhythmic quality created by
patterns of stressed and unstressed syllables, known as
meter. COmmOn meters include iambic pentameter and
trOChaic tetrameter. This rhythmic quality can enhance
POetry cOmes in a wide variety Of fOrms and styles, the musicality Of the pOem.
each with its Own unique characteristics and rules.
Here are sOme Of the mOst COmmOn types Of pOetry:
1. SOnnet: A 1tt-line pOem that typiCally
fOllOws a speCifiC rhyme sCheme and meter. The
twO mOst well-knOwn sOnnet fOrms are the
PetrarChan (Or Italian) and Shakespearean (Or
English) sOnnets. POetry Can explOre a wide range Of themes,
2. Haiku: A traditiOnal Japanese fOrm Of pOetry frOm lOve and nature tO sOCial and pOlitiCal
COnsisting Of three lines with a 5-7-5 syllable
issues, persOnal experienCes, and abstraCt
struCture. Haikus Often fOCus On nature and
evOke a single, vivid image. COnCepts. The thematiC diversity Of pOetry
3. LimeriCk: A five-line, humOrOus pOem with a makes it a versatile medium fOr expressiOn.
speCifiC meter and rhyme sCheme (AABBA).
LimeriCks are Often light-hearted and whimsiCal.
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03
UNCOVERING
THE
ESSENCE
OF DRAMA
Drama is a literary genre that leverages dialogue and performance to present a
story, usually staged or screened. Its essence lies in character interactions and
conflicts, along with their verbal and behavioral expressions, aimed at engaging and
captivating the audience. Drama is a dynamic and flexible genre that encompasses a
vast array of themes, styles, and narrative structures.
Tragedy Comedy
Tragedy plays often explore the downfall of Comedy plays aim to amuse and entertain the
the main character due to their flaws or audience with humor, witty dialogue, and
external circumstances. Classic examples include humorous situations. Well-known examples
William Shakespeare's "Macbeth" and include William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer
Sophocles' "Oedipus Rex." Night's Dream" and Oscar Wilde's "The
Importance of Being Earnest."
Dramedy
These plays blend elements of drama and
Romance
comedy, offering a mix of humor and serious Romantic Drama: These plays focus on love
themes. Neil Simon's "The Odd Couple" is a famous and relationships, exploring the
example. complexities of human emotions. "Romeo
and Juliet" by William Shakespeare is a
classic romantic drama.
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IMAGINING?
WRITE FICTION!
Fiction is a genre of literature that encompasses novels, short
stories, and other forms of narrative, all created solely from the
imagination of the author. Although fiction spans a wide range of
styles, themes, and structures, several key elements are typically
present in works of this genre. These elements function to enhance
the storytelling and character development, resulting in a more
engaging and relatable narrative for readers.
Fiction is a diverse literary genre with several key
elements, including well-developed characters, a
structured plot, a distinctive setting, conflict, themes,
point of view, tone, style, symbolism, foreshadowing,
irony, and narrative structure. These elements work
together to create engaging stories with profound
messages that can touch on various topics like love,
power, morality, or identity.
SHORT STORIES FILLED WITH
NOSTALGIA
Ugly Duckling Little Red After a Swim
Riding
hood
Fiction serves as a means of entertainment, artistic
expression, and exploration of the human experience. It
allows authors to create diverse worlds and characters
that resonate with readers, providing an avenue for both
escapism and reflection. Whether it's a short story,
novel, play, or film, fiction is a versatile and engaging
form of storytelling that continues to captivate
audiences around the world.
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POPULA Popular fiction refers to literary works that
are widely embraced by the public and are
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often characterized by their broad appeal,
engaging storytelling, and entertainment
value. These stories are crafted to captivate
FICTION a wide audience and are typically accessible,
engaging, and easy to comprehend
Historical Fiction
Science fiction This genre is set in the past and often
Science fiction explores imaginative and involves real historical events, settings, or
futuristic concepts, often based on figures, woven into fictional narratives.
scientific principles or hypothetical
technologies.
Chick literature
This genre is set in the past and often
Ghost literature involves real historical events, settings, or
refers to a genre of fiction primarily
figures, woven into fictional narratives.
targeted towards women and often
revolves around the personal and
romantic lives of female protagonists. It
typically features themes related to
relationships, friendships, careers, and
personal growth, with a lighthearted and
relatable tone.
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06
Literature Adapts to Society
and Technology
NEW
As society and technology
evolve, so does literature.
AND
Here are some emerging EMERGING
LITERARY
literary forms to keep an eye
out for:
FORMS
Graphic novels are a form of illustrated storytelling that combines text
and visual art. They are more extended and typically offer a complete,
self- contained story compared to traditional comic books. Graphic
novels cover a wide range of genres, including fiction, non-fiction,
fantasy, and memoir, making them a versatile and increasingly popular
form of literature
Illustrated novels blend traditional prose with visual elements,
including drawings, photographs, or other artwork. These images
often play an integral role in conveying the story or enhancing the
reader's understanding of the narrative. They can be found in various
genres, from children's books to adult literature.
Doodle fiction incorporates hand-drawn or digitally created illustrations
and doodles into the narrative. These illustrations are often created by
the author or an artist and are intertwined with the text to enhance the
storytelling. Doodle fiction adds a visual and playful element to the
reading experience.
Slipstream is a genre of fiction that blurs the lines between
traditional literary categories. It often incorporates elements of
science fiction, fantasy, surrealism, and the absurd into a narrative,
creating a sense of ambiguity and unease. Slipstream works challenge
conventional genre boundaries and invite readers to embrace the
unexpected.
Flash fiction, also known as microfiction or sudden fiction, is an
extremely brief form of storytelling. These stories are typically no more
than a few hundred words and aim to convey a complete narrative or
evoke emotions in a concise and impactful manner. Flash fiction often
requires brevity and careful word choice to make a profound impression
in a limited space.
Metafiction is a self-aware form of storytelling in which the narrative
draws attention to its own status as fiction. It explores the relationship
between the author, the narrator, the characters, and the reader.
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Magic realism, a genre rooted in Latin American literature, combines
magical or fantastical elements with everyday reality. In magic
realist works, the supernatural is presented as a natural part of the
narrative, and characters often accept these magical occurrences
without question. Magic realism creates a dreamlike or otherworldly
atmosphere within a recognizable, real-world setting.
These emerging forms expand the NEW
range of literary expression,
providing authors and artists with
AND
versatile tools to tell their stories.
They allow for creative combinations
EMERGING
of text and visuals, unconventional
narrative structures, and imaginative
LITERARY
blending of genres.These emerging
forms expand the range of literary
FORMS
expression, providing authors and
artists with versatile tools to tell their
stories. They allow for creative
combinations of text and visuals,
unconventional narrative structures,
and imaginative blending of genres.
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What is Electronic
Literature
Electronic literature refers to literary works created
to be experienced on digital platforms, utilizing the
unique features and capabilities of electronic or
digital media.
Hyperpoetry Silent comics
This is a kinit of graphic poetry, which These have no verbal dialogues. The
combines words with images. It has no dialogues are presented through
standard lines or verses but its words symbols.
are arranged in a way that it creates
meaning and visual effect.
Example:
Watch me weep: Butterflies Textula
This poem is intended to be shared
through the SMS.
Hyperfiction
This contains hyperlinks. When readers
click on a hyperlink, they go to another
Web page that contains the next part of
Blog
a story. This Web site is where a person writes
about his or her personal opinions,
Example: activities and experiences
"Twelve Blue” by Michael Joyce
Photo poem Manga
This uses real-life images or electronically is an umbrella term for a wide variety
generated images as representation of of comic books and graphic novels
the textual poem. originally produced and published in
Japan. It is often printed/illustrated
with almost black and white.
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LOVING THE LITERARY
WORLD
in this modern and technological world, the
importance of literature seems to be
decreasing. People are less and less interested
in reading books and reading habit is
diminishing day by day.
But the fact is that literature is not a luxury it
is a necessity. The importance of literature
cannot be denied and it is a fact that literature
makes us what we are.
Literature makes us think and feel. It helps us
to see the world differently and therefore
makes us more mature and more intelligent
people.
“Yes I love literature, writing is my way of
expressing usahay.” -Rhea Yam-oc
Literature is not just about reading books. It is
about reading between the lines. It is a wide
field and includes everything from magazines to
newspapers and from novels to poems. Let us
love the world of literature.
