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action fiction
/ˈækʃən fˈɪkʃən/
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a genre of fiction in which the protagonist or protagonists are thrust into a series of dangerous events that typically include violence and physical feats of daring
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adventure fiction
/ɐdvˈɛntʃɚ fˈɪkʃən/
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a genre of literature featuring exciting, dangerous, or heroic quests and expeditions, often involving physical action and exotic locales
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comedy horror
/kˈɑːmədi hˈɔːɹɚ/
noun
a genre of fiction in which elements of comedy are combined with elements of horror, often for humorous or satirical effect
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coming-of-age story / tale / narrative
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a genre of literature, film, and other forms of media that focuses on the growth and development of a protagonist from youth to adulthood
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conspiracy fiction
/kənspˈɪɹəsi fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a genre of fiction that involves a conspiracy or a conspiracy theory as a central plot element, often involving political intrigue, secret societies, or hidden organizations
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cozy mystery
/kˈoʊzi mˈɪstɚɹi/
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a subgenre of crime fiction that emphasizes the puzzle-solving aspect of the story and features an amateur detective, a small, usually rural setting, and little to no violence or graphic content
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crime fiction
/kɹˈaɪm fˈɪkʃən/
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a genre of fiction that deals with crimes, their detection, criminals, and their motives, typically including a protagonist who is a detective or similar investigator who solves the crime
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mystery fiction
/mˈɪstɚɹi fˈɪkʃən/
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a genre of fiction literature in which a detective, or other professional or amateur sleuth, solves a crime, often involving murder, through investigation, deduction, or puzzle-solving
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detective fiction
/dɪtˈɛktɪv fˈɪkʃən/
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a genre of crime fiction that focuses on the investigation of a crime or series of crimes, often featuring a detective who solves the mystery through logical deduction and intuition
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erotic literature
/ɪɹˈɑːɾɪk lˈɪɾɚɹətʃɚ/
noun
a genre of literature or art that explores sexual themes and is intended to arouse the reader or viewer
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hybrid genre
/hˈaɪbɹɪd ʒˈɑːnɹə/
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a combination of two or more traditional genres, creating a new genre that has elements of each
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gothic fiction
/ɡˈɑːθɪk fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a genre of literature characterized by elements of horror, death, and romance, often featuring dark, supernatural themes and settings
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hardboiled
/hˈɑːɹdbɔɪld/
noun
a genre of detective fiction that features tough, cynical, and often unsympathetic protagonists who are involved in violent and gritty crimes
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historical fiction 
/hɪstˈɔːɹɪkəl fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a genre of literature in which the plot takes place in the past and often incorporates real events, people, and places alongside fictional elements
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caper story
/kˈeɪpɚ stˈoːɹi/
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a type of crime fiction story, often humorous and lighthearted, that involves a group of criminals executing a heist or theft with elaborate planning and unexpected twists
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chick lit
/tʃˈɪk lˈɪt/
noun
novels that are aimed at young women, usually with a single woman as the main character
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children's literature
/tʃˈɪldɹənz lˈɪɾɚɹətʃɚ/
noun
literature that is written and published for young readers, typically ranging from infants to teenagers
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class S
/klˈæs ˈɛs/
noun
a genre of Japanese fiction that features romantic relationships between two female characters, often involving schoolgirls
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classic fiction
/klˈæsɪk fˈɪkʃən/
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works of literature that have achieved enduring relevance, recognition, and popularity, and are widely regarded as masterpieces of their respective genres or periods
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horror story
/hˈɔːɹɚ stˈoːɹi/
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a story that is supposed to scare people which is about unsettling and frightening events or things
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inspirational fiction
/ˌɪnspɚɹˈeɪʃənəl fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a genre of literature that aims to inspire and uplift readers by presenting characters overcoming challenges and finding hope and faith in their lives
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legal thriller 
/lˈiːɡəl θɹˈɪlɚ/
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a subgenre of thriller and crime fiction that typically involves legal disputes, courtroom drama, or investigations that revolve around the legal system
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pulp fiction
/pˈʌlp fˈɪkʃən/
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a genre of popular fiction originally published in cheap, pulp magazines in the early to mid-20th century
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lovecraftian horror 
/lʌvkɹˈæfʃən hˈɔːɹɚ/
noun
a sub-genre of horror fiction that is inspired by the works of American author H.P. Lovecraft, and typically involves cosmic horror, supernatural entities, and the unknown
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domestic fiction
/dəmˈɛstɪk fˈɪkʃən/
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a genre of literature that focuses on the everyday lives of women, often highlighting their roles as wives and mothers and exploring themes such as marriage, family, and community
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family saga
/fˈæmɪli sˈɑːɡə/
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a literary genre that chronicles the lives and experiences of a family over multiple generations, often highlighting family relationships, conflicts, and secrets
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medical fiction
/mˈɛdɪkəl fˈɪkʃən/
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a genre of fiction that explores medical topics and themes, often including the experiences of medical professionals and patients
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metafiction
/mˌɛɾəfˈɪkʃən/
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a literary genre that uses self-reflexive techniques to draw attention to its status as a work of fiction, blurring the lines between reality and fiction
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nautical fiction
/nˈɔːɾɪkəl fˈɪkʃən/
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a literary genre that focuses on sailing, seafaring, and life at sea. It often includes adventures and stories set on ships and boats, with a focus on maritime culture and traditions
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noir fiction
/nwˈɑːɹ fˈɪkʃən/
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a genre of crime fiction that emphasizes the dark and pessimistic side of life, usually featuring a protagonist who is a flawed and morally ambiguous character
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paranoid fiction
/pˈæɹənˌɔɪd fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a literary genre that explores the theme of conspiracies, often involving powerful organizations or governments plotting against individuals or groups
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parody
/ˈpɛɹədi/
noun
a piece of writing, music, etc. that imitates the style of someone else in a humorous way
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philosophical fiction
/fˌɪləsˈɑːfɪkəl fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a literary genre that explores philosophical ideas and concepts through fictional stories
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picaresque novel
/pˈɪkɛɹsk nˈɑːvəl/
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a genre of prose fiction that depicts the adventures of a roguish hero or heroine, typically one of low social status, who lives by their wits in a corrupt society
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police procedural
/pəlˈiːs pɹəsˈiːdʒɚɹəl/
noun
a type of novel, movie, or television show that deals with the methods the police use to solve a crime
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political fiction
/pəlˈɪɾɪkəl fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a literary genre that deals with political and social themes, usually involving power struggles, corruption, and the impact of political systems on individuals and societies
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psychological fiction 
/saɪkəlˈɑːdʒɪkəl fˈɪkʃən/
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a genre of literature that explores the internal thoughts, emotions, and motives of characters, often delving into complex psychological states and experiences
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literary realism
/lˈɪɾɚɹˌɛɹi ɹˈiːəlɪzəm/
noun
a genre of writing that depicts everyday life as it really is, with an emphasis on realistic characters, settings, and events
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romance novel
/ɹoʊmˈæns nˈɑːvəl/
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a literary genre that focuses on the romantic relationships between the characters and their emotional and often sexual development towards each other
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regency romance
/ɹˈiːdʒənsi ɹoʊmˈæns/
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a subgenre of historical romance fiction that takes place in England during the Regency era, which lasted from 1811 to 1820
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robinsonade
/ɹˈɑːbɪnsˌɑːneɪd/
noun
a literary genre that depicts a person, usually the protagonist, who is stranded on a deserted island or isolated location and must fend for themselves
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satire
/ˈsæˌtaɪɝ/
noun
humor, irony, ridicule, or sarcasm used to expose or criticize the faults and shortcomings of a person, government, etc.
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sensation novel 
/sɛnsˈeɪʃən nˈɑːvəl/
noun
a genre of British fiction from the 1860s that focused on scandalous themes such as bigamy, murder, adultery, and insanity
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slave narrative 
/slˈeɪv nˈæɹətˌɪv/
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a genre of literature that presents an autobiographical account of the life of a slave, detailing the experiences of enslavement, brutality, and struggles for freedom
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spy fiction
/spˈaɪ fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a genre of literature that revolves around espionage and spy activities, often featuring secret agents and their missions to protect their country or organization from various threats
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thriller
/ˈθɹɪɫɝ/
noun
a movie, novel, etc. with an exciting plot that deals with crime
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suspense fiction
/səspˈɛns fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a genre of fiction that builds tension and excitement by creating an uncertain and dangerous situation for the protagonist and other characters
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swashbuckler
/swˈɑːʃbʌklɚ/
noun
a genre of literature and film characterized by daring sword fights, adventurous sea voyages, and romantic themes, often set in historical periods such as the Renaissance or the Age of Exploration
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urban fiction
/ˈɜːbən fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a literary genre that focuses on life in inner-city communities and often includes elements of crime, romance, and street culture
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weird menace 
/wˈɪɹd mˈɛnɪs/
noun
a subgenre of horror and mystery fiction that was popular in the 1930s and 1940s, characterized by supernatural, horror, or mysterious themes
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western fiction
/wˈɛstɚn fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a literary genre that focuses on stories set primarily in the American Old West, typically featuring cowboys, gunslingers, and other iconic figures of the American West
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whodunit
/huˈdənɪt/
noun
a story, play, movie, etc. about a mystery or murder that the audience cannot solve until the end
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women's fiction
/wˈɪmɪnz fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a literary genre that focuses on the experiences and issues of women, often exploring themes of relationships, identity, and personal growth
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young adult fiction
/jˈʌŋ ɐdˈʌlt fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a literary genre that targets readers aged between 12 and 18 and explores the experiences, challenges, and issues faced by young adults
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gay literature
/ɡˈeɪ lˈɪɾɚɹətʃɚ/
noun
a genre of literature that tells stories about LGBTQ+ characters and topics, including finding oneself, facing prejudice, and seeking acceptance and understanding
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body horror
/bˈɑːdi hˈɔːɹɚ/
noun
a type of storytelling that focuses on showing disturbing and unsettling changes or deformities in the human body
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military fiction
/mˈɪlətˌɛɹi fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a genre of fiction that features stories centered on military themes, characters, or settings
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comedy of manners
/kˈɑːmədi ʌv mˈænɚz/
noun
a comic play, movie, book, etc. that portrays the behaviors of a particular social class, satirizing them
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dark comedy
/dˈɑːɹk kˈɑːmədi/
noun
a genre of comedy that often deals with serious or taboo topics in a humorous or satirical way
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absurdist fiction
/ɐbsˈɜːdɪst fˈɪkʃən/
noun
a literary genre that focuses on the experiences of characters in situations where they cannot find any inherent purpose or meaning
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