Literary genres

1. fiction

1.1. This includes any imaginative work of prose that tells a story, such as novels, short stories, and novellas.

1.2. Subgenres: science fiction, romance, and mystery

1.3. Examples: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, 1984 by George Orwell,The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

2. Poetry

2.1. Form of literary expression that uses language in a creative and often rhythmic way to evoke emotion or convey a particular message.

2.2. Poems can take many forms, including sonnets, haikus, and free verse.

2.3. Examples: Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night by Dylan Thomas, Howl by Allen Ginsberg.

3. Drama

3.1. Is a type of literature that is written to be performed on stage, and typically involves dialogue between characters.

3.2. This includes plays, musicals, and even screenplays.

3.3. Examples: A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry, The Crucible by Arthur Miller.

4. Nonfiction

4.1. This includes any writing that is based on real people, events, or experiences.

4.2. Nonfiction can take many forms, including memoirs, biographies, history books, journalistic reporting and essays. E

4.3. Examples: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot, Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer, The New Jim Crow.

5. Satire

5.1. Satire is a genre that uses humor, irony, and exaggeration to expose and criticize human folly or vice.

5.2. Satirical works can take the form of essays, novels, or even cartoons.

5.3. Examples: The Daily Show with Jon Stewart by Jon Stewart, The Simpsons by Matt Groening.