Author: S. Finnegan
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Book Genres: Understanding Literary Classification for Readers & Writers
What Are Genres? Have you noticed that when you look for a book in a library, it may be under a different label than in a bookstore or an online retailer? Some people get confused about literary genres because there are multiple criteria to categorise written pieces. They can be sorted by modes (lyric, narrative,…
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How to Tell If a Book Isn’t For You – Before and After You Start Reading
We’ve all been there: caught up by a captivating cover, a glowing review, or a friend’s fervent recommendation, only to end up with a reading experience that felt more chore than charm. In the vast ocean of books, we often invest precious hours adrift in a narrative that we can’t warm up to. Not every…
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Character Types and What They Do in a Story
Characters are essential to literature. They bring stories to life and make events emotionally impactful, helping readers connect with the narrative. Throughout history, from ancient tales to modern books, characters have represented the emotional core of stories. They allow us to reflect on our identities and struggles as they showcase the conflicts and truths that…
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How Fiction Categories Are Evolving in the Digital Age
Defining Commercial, Literary, and Hybrid Fiction Today Fiction is any creative narrative work that features imaginary individuals, events, or places. In the vast world of storytelling, fiction is not a line; it’s a whole landscape, with commercial and literary fiction dominating opposite ends. Fiction has evolved into multiple categories to serve diverse reader preferences and…