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Genre

A type of art, literature, or music characterized by a specific form, content, and style.

Fiction

Literature in the form of prose, especially short stories and novels that describes imaginary events and people.

Short Story

Often referred to as a 'slice of life,' it is a fictitious narrative that is brief.

Novel

A fictitious narrative with a complicated plot.

Non-fiction

Prose writing that is based on facts, real events, and real people.

Footnote

A note of reference, explanation, or comment usually placed below the text on a page.

Fantasy

Events occur that could not happen in the real world, featuring characters with extraordinary abilities.

Fable

A very short story, usually with 2 or 3 characters, often animals that talk and act like humans.

Fairytale

A story involving magical powers and characters, with a happy ending where good triumphs over evil.

Myth

A story that explains natural phenomena or human behavior, often involving deities.

Legend

A narrative of a hero, potentially based on real history but embellished through retellings.

Historical Fiction

A genre that reflects actual historical events and people while telling a fictional story.

Essay

A short literary composition in which the author shares thoughts or observations about certain life aspects.

Biography

The true story of someone’s life written by someone else.

Autobiography

The true story of someone’s life written by that person.

Diary

A daily written record of the writer’s experiences and thoughts.

Journal

A detailed record of events, ideas, and memories throughout a person’s life.

Hyperpoetry

A genre of poetry that requires a computer for its presentation, often involving visual elements.

Mobile Textula

A type of poetry written and read on mobile phones, rooted in traditional Tagalog poetry.

Illustrated or Graphic Novels

Narrative works presented in comic form, which may include little to no text.

Digi-Fiction

A literary experience combining text, video, and web elements where readers engage interactively.

Flash Fiction

Very short pieces of fictional literature that still offer character and plot development.

Doodle Fiction

A presentation where the author uses doodle drawings and handwritten graphics instead of traditional font.

Blogs, Email, Instant Messaging Novels

Stories told almost entirely in dialogue simulating social network exchanges.

Chick Lit

A genre addressing modern womanhood in a humorous and light-hearted manner.

Creative Non-Fiction

A genre that employs literary styles to create factually accurate narratives.

Spoken Word Poetry

Poetry performed for an audience, characterized by rhythm and improvisation.

Speculative Fiction

Futuristic settings involving supernatural elements, encompassing horror and science fiction.