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Literature - Fiction Genres

Here you will learn some English words related to fiction genres such as "parody", "dark comedy", and "family saga".

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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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a genre of literature featuring exciting, dangerous, or heroic quests and expeditions, often involving physical action and exotic locales

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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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a genre of literature, film, and other forms of media that focuses on the growth and development of a protagonist from youth to adulthood

Ex: Her debut novels include coming-of-age stories set in various small towns , each following the journey of a young protagonist as they discover themselves .
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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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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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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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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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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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a genre of literature or art that explores sexual themes and is intended to arouse the reader or viewer

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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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a genre of literature characterized by elements of horror, death, and romance, often featuring dark, supernatural themes and settings

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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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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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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
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a genre of fiction that focuses on the lives, relationships, and personal growth of women, often with a lighthearted or romantic tone

Ex: Some critics chick lit, but it has a wide and loyal readership .
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literature that is written and published for young readers, typically ranging from infants to teenagers

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a genre of Japanese fiction that features romantic or emotional relationships between two female characters, often involving schoolgirls

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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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a story that is supposed to scare people which is about unsettling and frightening events or things

Ex: He is known for his horror stories that keep readers on edge .
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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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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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a genre of popular fiction originally published in cheap, pulp magazines in the early to mid-20th century

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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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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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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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a genre of fiction that explores medical topics and themes, often including the experiences of medical professionals and patients

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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

Ex: metafiction, the author explored themes of authorship , narrative structure , and the relationship between fiction and reality , challenging readers to think critically about the nature of storytelling .
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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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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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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
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a piece of writing, music, etc. that imitates the style of someone else in a humorous way

Ex: The theater troupe performed parody of a well-known Shakespeare play , adding comedic twists and contemporary references to the dialogue .
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a literary genre that explores philosophical ideas and concepts through fictional stories

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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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a type of novel, movie, or television show that deals with the methods the police use to solve a crime

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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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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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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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a literary genre that focuses on the romantic relationships between the characters and their emotional and often physical development towards each other

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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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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
[noun]

humor, irony, ridicule, or sarcasm used to expose or criticize the faults and shortcomings of a person, government, etc.

Ex: Satire can be a powerful tool for social commentary and change.
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a genre of British fiction from the 1860s that focused on scandalous themes such as bigamy, murder, adultery, and insanity

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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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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
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a movie, novel, etc. with an exciting plot that deals with crime

Ex: They recommended thriller for the next movie night .
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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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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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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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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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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
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a story, play, movie, etc. about a mystery or murder that the audience cannot solve until the end

Ex: The TV series became a hit for its whodunit plotlines , where each episode presented a new mystery for the viewers to solve .
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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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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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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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a type of storytelling that focuses on showing disturbing and unsettling changes or deformities in the human body

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a genre of fiction that features stories centered on military themes, characters, or settings

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a comic play, movie, book, etc. that portrays the behaviors of a particular social class, satirizing them

Ex: Richard Brinsley Sheridan 's " The School for Scandal " satirizes 18th-century British society with comedy of manners.
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a genre of comedy that often deals with serious or taboo topics in a humorous or satirical way

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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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