Genres
Browse through our comprehensive collection of literary genres. Each genre represents a unique category of books in our database, helping you discover your next great read.
465 genres found
Abolitionist
A literary genre that advocates for the end of slavery and promotes the rights and humanity of enslaved individuals.
Absurdism
A literary genre that explores the conflict between human desire for meaning and the indifferent universe, often characterized by illogical situati...
Academic
A genre focused on scholarly research, analysis, and discourse, often characterized by formal language and rigorous methodology.
Action
A genre characterized by fast-paced sequences, physical feats, and high-stakes conflict, often featuring a hero facing challenges.
Adaptation
A genre that transforms a source text into a new format, often altering elements to fit a different medium.
Adult
A genre that explores complex themes, often including mature content, aimed at an adult audience.
Adventure
A genre characterized by exciting journeys, exploration, and often perilous situations faced by the protagonist.
Adventure
A genre characterized by exciting journeys, exploration, and often perilous situations faced by the protagonist.
Advice
A genre that provides guidance or recommendations on various topics, often based on personal experience or expertise.
Advocacy
A genre that aims to promote a specific cause or viewpoint, often using persuasive language and emotional appeal.
Aesthetic
A literary genre focused on beauty, sensory experience, and artistic expression, often prioritizing form over content.
Aestheticism
A literary movement emphasizing beauty and sensory experience over moral or political themes.
Aesthetics
A literary genre focused on the exploration of beauty, art, and sensory experiences.
African
A literary genre that encompasses works produced by authors from the African continent, often reflecting diverse cultures, histories, and social issues.
Age
A literary genre that explores the themes, experiences, and societal changes associated with a specific period in human life.
Agricultural
A literary genre focusing on farming, rural life, and the relationship between humans and the land.
Agriculture
A literary genre that explores themes related to farming, cultivation, and the relationship between humans and the land.
Allegory
A narrative that uses symbolic figures and actions to convey deeper moral, spiritual, or political meanings.
Allegory
A narrative that uses symbolic figures and actions to convey deeper moral, spiritual, or political meanings.
Allusion
A brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance.
Alternate
A genre that explores hypothetical scenarios and divergent realities, often involving time travel or parallel universes.
Alternative
A genre that diverges from mainstream conventions, often exploring unconventional themes, styles, and narratives.
American
A literary genre that reflects the diverse experiences, cultures, and histories of the United States, often exploring themes of identity, freedom,...
Analysis
A genre that examines and interprets texts, exploring themes, structures, and meanings.
Anarchism
A literary genre that explores themes of anti-authoritarianism, individual freedom, and critiques of state power.
Ancient
Literary works from ancient civilizations, often characterized by myth, epic narratives, and foundational cultural themes.
Animal
A literary genre featuring animals as characters, often anthropomorphized, to convey moral lessons or explore human traits.
Anthology
A collection of selected literary works, often by various authors, compiled around a specific theme or genre.
Anthology
A collection of selected literary works, often by various authors, compiled around a specific theme or genre.
Anthropological
A genre that explores human cultures, societies, and behaviors through narrative and analysis.
Anthropology
The study of human societies, cultures, and their development, often explored through narratives and ethnographic accounts.
Anthropomorphic
A genre where animals or inanimate objects are given human traits and behaviors.
Anthropomorphism
Attributing human traits, emotions, or intentions to non-human entities or animals.
Anti-war
A literary genre that critiques and opposes war, highlighting its horrors and consequences.
Apocalyptic
A genre that explores the end of civilization, often featuring themes of destruction, survival, and the aftermath of catastrophic events.
Apocryphal
Literary works of questionable authenticity or that are not considered canonical.
Archaeology
A literary genre that explores the past through the examination of artifacts, texts, and historical contexts.
Architecture
A literary genre that explores the design, structure, and aesthetics of buildings and spaces, often reflecting cultural and historical contexts.
Argentine
A literary genre that encompasses works produced in Argentina, often reflecting its culture, history, and social issues.
Argentinian
A literary genre characterized by works that reflect the culture, history, and social issues of Argentina, often incorporating elements of magical...
Art
A genre that explores the aesthetic and conceptual aspects of creative expression, often emphasizing visual and sensory experiences.
Arthurian
A literary genre centered around the legends of King Arthur, his knights, and the quest for the Holy Grail, often exploring themes of chivalry, hon...
Artistic
A genre that emphasizes aesthetic expression and creativity, often focusing on the beauty of language and form.
Australian
A literary genre that reflects the culture, landscape, and experiences of Australia, often featuring themes of identity, nature, and the impact of...
Autobiography
A self-written account of the author's life, detailing personal experiences and reflections.
Autobiography
A self-written account of the author's life, focusing on personal experiences and reflections.
Autumnal
A literary genre that evokes themes of change, decay, and reflection, often associated with the season of autumn.
Avant-garde
A literary genre characterized by experimental, innovative, and often unconventional approaches to form and content, challenging traditional norms.
Ballad
A narrative poem that tells a story, often in a musical form, characterized by a simple rhyme scheme and a focus on themes of love, tragedy, or adventure.
Ballad
A narrative poem that tells a story, often in a musical form, characterized by a simple rhyme scheme and a focus on themes of love, tragedy, or adventure.
Baroque
A literary genre characterized by elaborate language, intricate structures, and a focus on emotional intensity and complexity.
Behavior
A genre that explores the actions, reactions, and interactions of characters, often focusing on psychological and social dynamics.
Bible
A sacred text in Christianity and Judaism, containing religious teachings, laws, and narratives.
Biblical
A genre that encompasses texts, narratives, and teachings found in the Bible, often characterized by religious themes, moral lessons, and historica...
Bildungsroman
A literary genre focusing on the psychological and moral growth of the protagonist from youth to adulthood.
Bildungsroman
A genre focusing on the psychological and moral growth of the protagonist from youth to adulthood.
Biography
A detailed account of a person's life, highlighting significant events and contributions.
Biography
A detailed account of a person's life, highlighting significant events, achievements, and experiences.
Biology
A literary genre that explores the scientific study of living organisms, their structure, function, growth, and evolution.
Black
A genre characterized by its focus on dark themes, often exploring crime, horror, and the macabre.
Botanical
A literary genre that focuses on plants, their characteristics, and their significance in nature and culture.
Botany
A literary genre focused on the study and description of plants, their characteristics, and their ecological relationships.
British
A literary genre characterized by works produced in the United Kingdom, often reflecting its culture, history, and social issues.
bush
A genre focusing on the themes, landscapes, and experiences of rural or wilderness life, often highlighting the relationship between humans and nature.
Business
A genre that focuses on topics related to commerce, finance, management, and entrepreneurship, often providing insights and strategies for success.
Canadian
A literary genre that reflects the diverse cultural, historical, and geographical experiences of Canada, often exploring themes of identity, nature...
Care
A genre focusing on themes of compassion, empathy, and the emotional connections between characters.
Cautionary
A genre that warns readers about the consequences of certain behaviors or actions.
Celebratory
A genre that expresses joy, appreciation, and admiration, often highlighting positive experiences or achievements.
Century
A literary genre that reflects the cultural, social, and political contexts of a specific century, often exploring themes relevant to that time period.
Character
A literary genre focused on the development and portrayal of individuals in a narrative.
Childhood
A literary genre that explores the experiences, emotions, and perspectives of children, often highlighting themes of innocence, growth, and discovery.
Children
Literary works specifically created for children, often featuring imaginative themes, simple language, and moral lessons.
Children's
Literary works specifically created for children, often featuring imaginative themes, simple language, and moral lessons.
Chivalric
A literary genre that idealizes knightly virtues, adventures, and the code of chivalry, often featuring quests and romantic elements.
Choral
A literary genre characterized by a collective voice or perspective, often used in poetry and drama to express communal experiences or emotions.
Christian
A literary genre that explores themes of faith, morality, and spirituality, often centered around Christian beliefs and values.
Christianity
A literary genre that explores themes of faith, morality, and the teachings of Jesus Christ, often reflecting on the human experience in relation t...
Christmas
A literary genre that encompasses stories, poems, and narratives centered around the themes of Christmas, including celebration, family, and goodwill.
Civic
A genre that explores themes of citizenship, community engagement, and social responsibility.
Classical
A literary genre characterized by its adherence to ancient Greek and Roman traditions, often emphasizing themes of heroism, morality, and the human...
Classics
Literary works that have enduring significance, often characterized by their exploration of universal themes and human experiences.
Collection
A literary genre consisting of a series of related or themed works, often short stories, poems, or essays, compiled into a single volume.
Colonial
A literary genre that explores the experiences, cultures, and conflicts arising from colonialism, often highlighting the perspectives of both colon...
Comedy
A genre characterized by humor, often involving exaggerated situations and characters, aiming to entertain and provoke laughter.
Commentary
A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, often providing analysis and insights.
Communication
A genre focused on the exchange of information, ideas, and emotions through various forms of media.
Community
A genre that explores the dynamics, relationships, and shared experiences of a group of individuals within a specific social context.
Comparative
A genre that analyzes and contrasts different texts, themes, or literary elements across cultures or time periods.
Confessional
A literary genre characterized by personal revelations and introspective exploration of the author's thoughts and feelings.
Consciousness
A literary genre that explores the inner thoughts and feelings of characters, often using stream of consciousness techniques.
Contemplative
A literary genre focused on introspection, reflection, and the exploration of thoughts and feelings.
Contemporary
A genre characterized by works written in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, often reflecting current social issues, diverse perspectives, and...
Context
The circumstances or background that influence the interpretation of a literary work.
Contextualization
A literary genre that emphasizes the importance of context in understanding narratives, characters, and themes.
Cookbook
A collection of recipes and cooking instructions, often including tips on techniques, ingredients, and meal planning.
Correspondence
A literary genre consisting of written communications, often personal letters, that convey thoughts, emotions, and information.
Cosmic
A genre that explores the vastness of the universe, often highlighting humanity's insignificance and the unknown.
Crime
A genre focused on criminal acts, investigations, and the pursuit of justice, often featuring detectives or law enforcement.
Critical
A genre that analyzes, interprets, and evaluates literary works, often focusing on themes, techniques, and cultural contexts.
Criticism
A genre that analyzes, interprets, and evaluates literary works, often providing insights into their meaning, context, and significance.
Critique
A genre that analyzes and evaluates literary works, often providing insights into themes, style, and context.
Cultural
A genre that explores the customs, beliefs, and social practices of a particular group or society.
Culture
A literary genre that explores the customs, beliefs, and social practices of a particular group or society.
Dark
A genre characterized by themes of horror, despair, and the macabre, often exploring the darker aspects of human nature.
Death
A literary genre that explores themes of mortality, loss, and the human experience of dying.
Decadence
A literary genre characterized by a focus on aestheticism, moral decline, and a sense of disillusionment, often exploring themes of excess and the...
Decadent
A literary genre characterized by a focus on aestheticism, moral decline, and a fascination with the artificial and the grotesque.
Dedication
A brief statement expressing gratitude or commitment, often found at the beginning of a literary work.
Descriptive
A literary genre that focuses on detailed observations and vivid imagery to create a strong sense of place, character, or emotion.
Detective
A genre centered around the investigation of a crime, typically featuring a detective as the protagonist who solves the mystery.
Development
A genre focusing on the growth and evolution of characters or themes over time.
Devotional
A genre of literature that expresses religious devotion, often including prayers, meditations, and reflections aimed at deepening one's faith.
Dialect
A literary genre that uses the distinct language and speech patterns of a particular region or social group to convey authenticity and character.
Dialogue
A literary genre that consists of written conversations between characters, often revealing their thoughts, emotions, and conflicts.
Dialogues
A literary genre consisting of written conversations between characters, often exploring philosophical, social, or moral themes.
Diary
A personal record of daily events, thoughts, and feelings, often written in a conversational style.
Didactic
A genre intended to instruct or educate the reader, often conveying moral lessons.
Didactic
A genre aimed at instructing or educating the reader, often incorporating moral lessons.
Diplomatic
A genre that explores the intricacies of international relations, negotiations, and the art of diplomacy through narrative.
Disaster
A genre that focuses on catastrophic events and their impact on individuals and society.
Discourse
A genre that explores the structure and function of language in communication, often analyzing how meaning is constructed.
Document
A factual written account or record that presents information, often used for legal, historical, or informational purposes.
Documentary
A literary genre that presents factual accounts and real events, often incorporating interviews, reports, and personal narratives.
Domestic
A genre focusing on the everyday lives, relationships, and struggles of individuals, often set in a home or familiar environment.
Drama
A genre characterized by the portrayal of realistic characters and emotional themes, often intended for performance.
Drama
A genre of literature that involves the performance of written dialogue and action, typically focusing on conflict and emotion.
Drama
A genre of literature intended for performance, characterized by conflict and emotion, often exploring human experiences.
Dream
A literary genre that explores the surreal, often depicting the subconscious mind and fantastical scenarios.
dying
A literary genre that explores themes of mortality, loss, and the human experience of death.
Dystopia
A genre depicting an imagined society characterized by oppressive control, often exploring themes of totalitarianism, environmental disaster, or so...
Dystopia
A genre depicting an imagined society characterized by oppressive control, often exploring themes of totalitarianism, environmental disaster, or te...
Ecological
A literary genre that explores the relationship between humans and the environment, often highlighting ecological issues and the impact of human ac...
Ecology
A literary genre that explores the relationship between humans and the natural environment, often highlighting ecological issues and themes.
Economic
A genre that explores themes related to economics, finance, and the impact of economic systems on society.
Economics
A genre that explores the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, often analyzing economic theories and systems.
Education
A genre that focuses on the process of teaching and learning, often exploring themes of personal growth and knowledge acquisition.
Elegy
A mournful poem or song, typically lamenting the loss of someone or something.
Elegy
A mournful poem or song lamenting the loss of someone or something.
Elements
Fundamental components that make up a literary work, including theme, character, plot, setting, and style.
Emotional
A genre that focuses on eliciting strong feelings and deep emotional responses from the reader.
Engineering
A genre that focuses on the principles, practices, and innovations in engineering, often exploring technical concepts and their applications.
Environmental
A genre that focuses on the relationship between humans and the natural world, often highlighting ecological issues and the impact of human activit...
Epic
A lengthy narrative poem, often detailing heroic deeds and events significant to a culture or nation.
Epigram
A brief, witty poem or statement that often conveys a satirical or paradoxical idea.
Epistemology
A genre that explores the nature, scope, and limits of knowledge, often questioning how we know what we know.
Epistle
A written communication, often in letter form, addressing a specific audience or individual, typically conveying personal thoughts, reflections, or...
Erotica
A genre that explores sexual relationships and desires, often emphasizing emotional and physical intimacy.
Erotica
A genre that focuses on sexual relationships and experiences, often emphasizing emotional and physical intimacy.
Essay
A short piece of writing on a particular subject, presenting the author's argument or perspective.
Ethics
A genre that explores moral principles and values, often examining right and wrong behavior.
Ethnography
A qualitative research genre that systematically studies and describes cultures and communities through immersive observation and participation.
Etiquette
A genre that provides guidelines on social behavior and manners in various contexts.
European
A literary genre encompassing works originating from Europe, characterized by diverse cultural influences, historical contexts, and a range of styl...
Exegesis
A critical interpretation or explanation of a text, often used in the context of religious scriptures.
Exhortation
A literary genre that aims to persuade or encourage the audience to take a specific action or adopt a particular viewpoint.
Existentialism
A literary genre that explores themes of existence, freedom, and the absurd, often focusing on individual experience and the search for meaning.
Experimental
A genre that challenges traditional narrative structures and conventions, often incorporating unconventional techniques and forms.
Exploration
A literary genre that focuses on the journey and discovery of new places, cultures, and experiences.
Expository
A genre that aims to inform, explain, or describe a subject using facts and clear language.
Expressionism
A literary genre that emphasizes the expression of emotional experience rather than physical reality, often through distorted imagery and subjectiv...
Fable
A short story, typically with animals as characters, conveying a moral lesson.
Fable
A short story, typically with animals as characters, conveying a moral lesson.
Fable
A short story, typically with animals as characters, conveying a moral lesson.
Fairy
A genre featuring magical beings, often involving quests, moral lessons, and fantastical elements.
Family
A genre that explores the dynamics, relationships, and conflicts within familial structures.
Fantasy
A genre that features magical elements, mythical creatures, and imaginary worlds, often involving quests and adventures.
Farce
A comedic genre characterized by exaggerated and improbable situations, physical humor, and absurdity.
Fashion
A literary genre that explores themes of style, clothing, and personal expression, often reflecting cultural and social dynamics.
Feminism
A literary genre that explores themes of gender equality, women's rights, and the female experience, often challenging patriarchal norms.
Fiction
A literary genre that involves imaginative storytelling, often featuring invented characters and events.
Fiction
A literary genre that involves imaginative storytelling, often featuring invented characters and events.
Fiction
A literary genre that involves imaginative storytelling, often featuring invented characters and events.
Finance
A genre that explores financial concepts, markets, and economic principles, often providing insights into investment strategies and financial management.
fishing
A literary genre that focuses on the experiences, techniques, and culture surrounding the act of fishing.
Folklore
A genre that encompasses traditional beliefs, myths, legends, and stories passed down orally through generations.
Food
A literary genre that explores the cultural, social, and personal significance of food, often incorporating recipes, culinary history, and food-rel...
Form
The structure and style of a literary work, including its organization, format, and aesthetic elements.
French
A literary genre characterized by works written in the French language, often reflecting French culture, history, and themes.
Friendship
A literary genre that explores the bonds, dynamics, and complexities of friendships between characters.
Futurism
A literary genre that emphasizes themes of technology, speed, and modernity, often celebrating the future and rejecting the past.
Gender
A literary genre that explores themes of identity, roles, and experiences related to gender.
Geographical
A genre that explores the relationship between geography and human experience, often highlighting specific locations and their cultural significance.
Geography
A literary genre that explores the physical features, environments, and spatial relationships of the Earth.
Ghost
A genre that involves supernatural entities, often focusing on spirits or apparitions that interact with the living.
Golden
A literary genre characterized by its idealization of beauty, wealth, and the pursuit of happiness, often set in a mythical or utopian context.
Gothic
A genre characterized by dark, mysterious settings, supernatural elements, and an exploration of human emotions, often involving horror and romance.
Greek
A literary genre characterized by its exploration of mythology, philosophy, and human experience, often exemplified in epic poetry, drama, and hist...
Grief
A literary genre that explores the emotional responses and experiences associated with loss and mourning.
Grotesque
A genre characterized by the bizarre, unnatural, and often absurd elements that evoke both horror and humor.
Growth
A genre focusing on the personal development and maturation of characters, often through challenges and experiences.
Guidance
A genre that provides advice, direction, or instruction on personal development, decision-making, or life skills.
Guide
A literary genre that provides instructions, advice, or information on a specific topic or activity.
Hagiography
A biography that idealizes its subject, often a saint or religious figure, highlighting their virtues and miracles.
Hard
A genre characterized by a focus on realism, technical detail, and often a gritty or unflinching portrayal of life.
Health
A genre focused on topics related to physical, mental, and emotional well-being, often providing guidance, research, and personal narratives.
Help
A genre focused on providing guidance, advice, or support to readers in various aspects of life.
Heritage
A literary genre that explores cultural identity, traditions, and the impact of ancestry on contemporary life.
Heroic
A genre characterized by the portrayal of heroic deeds, often involving epic battles, noble characters, and themes of honor and bravery.
Hispanic
A literary genre that encompasses works produced by authors of Hispanic descent, often reflecting cultural, historical, and social themes relevant...
History
A narrative that recounts past events, often based on factual evidence and analysis.
Holiday
A literary genre that focuses on themes of celebration, travel, and cultural traditions associated with specific holidays.
Homiletic
A genre focused on religious discourse, often in the form of sermons or moral teachings.
Homiletics
The art of preaching and delivering religious messages.
Homily
A religious discourse intended for spiritual edification, often based on a scriptural text.
Horror
A genre that evokes fear, dread, and terror through suspenseful and often supernatural elements.
Human
A genre focusing on the complexities of human experience, emotions, and relationships.
Humanitarian
A genre that focuses on social issues, human rights, and the dignity of individuals, often aiming to inspire empathy and action.
Humor
A literary genre that uses wit, satire, and exaggeration to provoke laughter and entertain.
Humor
A genre that uses wit, satire, and exaggeration to entertain and provoke laughter.
Humor
A literary genre that uses wit, satire, and exaggeration to provoke laughter and entertain.
Ideological
A genre that explores and promotes specific beliefs, values, or political ideas, often challenging societal norms.
Idyll
A short, descriptive work that depicts pastoral or idyllic scenes, often focusing on the beauty of nature and simple rural life.
Imagery
Descriptive language that evokes sensory experience and creates vivid mental pictures.
Imagism
A movement in early 20th-century poetry that emphasizes clarity, precision, and vivid imagery, often using free verse.
Imagism
A literary movement that emphasizes clarity, precision, and economy of language, often using vivid imagery.
Impressionism
A literary genre that emphasizes subjective experience and sensory impressions, often focusing on fleeting moments and emotions.
Industrial
A genre that explores themes related to industrialization, technology, and their impact on society and individuals.
Influence
A genre that explores the impact of one work, author, or idea on another, highlighting connections and transformations in literature.
Inquiry
A genre that explores questions, seeks answers, and examines various perspectives on a topic.
Inspiration
A genre that aims to uplift and motivate readers through positive messages and themes.
Inspirational
A genre that aims to uplift and motivate readers through positive themes and messages.
Instruction
A genre that provides guidance or direction on how to perform tasks or understand concepts.
Instructional
A genre that provides guidance or information on how to perform tasks or understand concepts.
International
A genre that transcends national boundaries, often exploring themes of global significance and cultural diversity.
Interpretation
A genre that analyzes and explains the meaning of texts, often exploring themes, symbols, and context.
Interview
A genre consisting of a conversation between two or more parties, often focusing on personal experiences, opinions, or insights.
Investigative
A genre focused on uncovering truths, often involving research and analysis of real events or issues.
Irish
A literary genre that encompasses works originating from Ireland, often reflecting its culture, history, and social issues.
Issues
A genre that explores social, political, or cultural problems, often highlighting conflicts and advocating for change.
Italian
A literary genre characterized by works originating from Italy, often reflecting its rich cultural heritage, history, and artistic movements.
Jewish
Literary works that explore Jewish identity, culture, history, and religious themes.
Journalism
The practice of reporting news and events, characterized by factual accuracy, objectivity, and the use of various media.
Justice
A genre that explores themes of fairness, morality, and the legal system, often highlighting social issues and the quest for equity.
Juvenile
Literary works aimed primarily at children and young adults, often featuring themes of growth, adventure, and moral lessons.
Labor
A genre focusing on the experiences, struggles, and narratives of workers and labor movements.
Lament
A literary genre expressing sorrow, mourning, or regret, often in poetic form.
Language
The study and use of language in literature, focusing on linguistic features, style, and the interplay of meaning.
Latin
A literary genre characterized by works written in Latin, often encompassing poetry, philosophy, and historical texts from ancient Rome and the Middle Ages.
Latinamerican
A literary genre that encompasses works produced in Latin America, characterized by diverse cultural influences, magical realism, and exploration o...
Latino
A literary genre that encompasses works by authors of Latin American descent, often exploring themes of identity, culture, and social issues.
Lecture
A formal presentation of information or ideas, often delivered to an audience for educational purposes.
Legal
A genre that focuses on legal themes, courtroom drama, and the intricacies of the law.
Legend
A traditional narrative that often involves historical events, heroic figures, and supernatural elements, blending fact and fiction.
Letter
A written message addressed to a specific person or group, often conveying personal thoughts, information, or requests.
Letters
A written communication, often personal, that conveys thoughts, feelings, or information.
LGBTQ+
A literary genre that explores themes of sexual orientation, gender identity, and the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals.
Life
A genre that explores the human experience, focusing on personal narratives, relationships, and the complexities of existence.
Lifestyle
A genre that explores the habits, interests, and daily practices of individuals or groups, often focusing on personal well-being and self-improvement.
Linguistic
A genre that focuses on the use of language, exploring its structure, meaning, and effects in literature.
Linguistics
The study of language structure, including syntax, semantics, and phonetics, often explored in literature to analyze language use and meaning.
Literature
Written works that express ideas, emotions, and stories, often characterized by artistic style and depth.
Living
A genre that explores the experiences and emotions of life, often focusing on personal growth and existential themes.
Lullaby
A soothing song or poem designed to lull a child to sleep, often featuring gentle rhythms and comforting themes.
Lyric
A genre of poetry expressing personal emotions and thoughts, often in a musical or rhythmic form.
Lyrical
A genre characterized by the expression of personal emotions and thoughts, often in a musical or poetic form.
Magic
A genre that incorporates supernatural elements and fantastical occurrences, often involving wizards, spells, and mythical creatures.
Management
A genre focused on strategies, practices, and theories related to managing organizations and people.
Manifesto
A public declaration of principles and intentions, often political or artistic, aimed at inspiring change.
Manners
A genre that explores social customs, behaviors, and the intricacies of polite society, often highlighting class distinctions and moral values.
Maritime
A literary genre focused on the sea, maritime adventures, and the lives of those who navigate or live by the ocean.
Marxist
A literary genre that critiques social class structures and capitalist society, often highlighting themes of class struggle and economic inequality.
Mathematics
A genre that explores mathematical concepts, theories, and applications through narrative, poetry, or essays.
Media
A genre that encompasses various forms of communication, including television, film, radio, and digital platforms, focusing on storytelling through...
Medical
A genre that explores themes related to medicine, healthcare, and the experiences of patients and professionals in the medical field.
Medieval
A literary genre characterized by themes of chivalry, courtly love, and religious devotion, often set in the Middle Ages.
Meditation
A reflective literary genre that explores thoughts, feelings, and insights, often focusing on personal experiences and philosophical themes.
Meditative
A genre characterized by reflective and contemplative writing, often exploring inner thoughts and emotions.
Melancholic
A literary genre characterized by a deep sense of sadness, reflection, and introspection, often exploring themes of loss and longing.
Melancholy
A genre characterized by a deep, reflective sadness and contemplation of loss, often exploring themes of nostalgia and existential despair.
Melodrama
A dramatic genre characterized by exaggerated emotions, sensational events, and clear moral distinctions between good and evil.
Memoir
A narrative that recounts personal experiences and reflections, often focusing on specific themes or periods in the author's life.
Memoir
A historical account or biography written from personal knowledge or special sources, focusing on specific experiences.
Memorial
A literary genre that reflects on personal experiences, memories, and significant events, often serving as a tribute or remembrance.
Metafiction
A genre of fiction that self-consciously addresses the devices of fiction, often blurring the boundary between fiction and reality.
Metaphor
A figure of speech that directly refers to one thing by mentioning another, highlighting similarities between the two.
Metaphor
A literary genre that uses figurative language to represent ideas and concepts through symbolic imagery.
Metaphysics
A genre exploring the fundamental nature of reality, existence, and the relationship between mind and matter.
Mexican
A literary genre that encompasses works produced in Mexico, reflecting its culture, history, and social issues.
Militarism
A literary genre that emphasizes military themes, exploring the impact of war, the nature of conflict, and the experiences of soldiers.
Military
A genre focused on armed forces, warfare, and the experiences of soldiers, often exploring themes of honor, sacrifice, and the impact of conflict.
Modernism
A literary movement characterized by a break from traditional forms, experimentation with narrative techniques, and a focus on subjective experienc...
Monologue
A speech delivered by a single character, revealing their thoughts and feelings, often without interruption.
Moralistic
A genre that emphasizes moral lessons and ethical themes, often aiming to instruct or improve the reader's character.
Morality
A genre that explores ethical dilemmas and the distinction between right and wrong, often conveying moral lessons.
Mortality
A literary genre that explores themes of death, the human condition, and the inevitability of mortality.
Motivational
A genre that aims to inspire and encourage readers to achieve their goals and improve their lives.
Music
A form of art that uses sound as its medium, characterized by rhythm, melody, and harmony.
Musical
A genre that combines narrative elements with song and performance, often exploring themes through music and lyrics.
Mystery
A genre centered around the solution of a crime or unraveling of secrets, often featuring a detective or amateur sleuth.
Mysticism
A literary genre that explores the spiritual and transcendent experiences, often emphasizing the direct connection between the individual and the divine.
Myth
A traditional story that explains natural or social phenomena, often involving gods, heroes, and supernatural events.
Myth
A traditional story that explains natural or social phenomena, often involving gods, heroes, and supernatural events.
Myth
A genre that involves traditional stories explaining natural or social phenomena, often featuring gods, heroes, and supernatural events.
Myth
A traditional story that explains natural or social phenomena, often involving gods or supernatural beings.
Mythology
A genre that encompasses traditional stories explaining natural or social phenomena, often involving gods, heroes, and supernatural events.
Mythopoeia
A literary genre in which a fictional mythology is created, often involving gods, heroes, and a richly developed world.
Narrative
A literary genre that tells a story through a structured sequence of events, often featuring characters, a plot, and a setting.
Nationalism
A literary genre that emphasizes national identity, culture, and pride, often reflecting the values and struggles of a specific nation.
Native
A literary genre that explores the experiences, cultures, and perspectives of indigenous peoples.
Naturalism
A literary genre that emphasizes the influence of environment, heredity, and social conditions on human behavior, often depicting life in a realist...
Nature
A literary genre that focuses on the natural world, exploring themes of environment, ecology, and the relationship between humans and nature.
Nautical
A literary genre that focuses on maritime themes, exploring the life at sea, navigation, and the adventures of sailors.
Noir
A genre characterized by moral ambiguity, crime, and a dark, cynical tone, often featuring anti-heroes and a focus on the darker aspects of human nature.
Non-fiction
A genre that presents factual information, real events, and actual people, often aiming to inform or educate.
Nonfiction
A genre that presents factual information and real events, often aiming to inform or educate.
Nonfiction
A genre that presents factual information and real events, often focusing on real-life experiences and truths.
Nonsense
A genre characterized by absurdity, illogical scenarios, and playful language, often defying conventional meaning.
Nostalgia
A literary genre that evokes a sentimental longing for the past, often idealizing earlier times.
Nostalgia
A literary genre that evokes a sentimental longing for the past, often idealizing earlier times and experiences.
Novel
A long fictional narrative that explores complex characters and themes, typically structured in chapters.
novella
A short novel or long short story, typically focused on a single theme or character, often with a complex plot.
Novella
A fictional narrative that is longer than a short story but shorter than a full-length novel, typically focusing on a single character or event.
Observation
A literary genre that focuses on detailed descriptions and insights derived from careful observation of people, places, or events.
Observational
A genre that focuses on detailed descriptions of everyday life and human behavior, often emphasizing realism and personal perspective.
Occasional
A genre of literature written for a specific occasion or event, often addressing particular themes or subjects relevant to that context.
Occult
A genre that explores supernatural, mystical, and esoteric themes, often involving hidden knowledge and practices.
Ode
A lyrical poem expressing emotion, often addressed to a particular subject or object.
Opera
A dramatic work combining text and musical score, typically performed with singers and orchestras.
Oratory
The art of persuasive speaking or writing, often used in public speeches to influence an audience.
Orientalism
A literary genre that depicts and often stereotypes Eastern cultures, reflecting Western perceptions and fantasies.
Ornithology
A literary genre focused on the study and depiction of birds, often exploring their behavior, habitats, and significance in nature.
Outdoor
A genre that focuses on nature, adventure, and the human experience in natural settings.
Parable
A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.
Paranormal
A genre that involves supernatural elements, such as ghosts, spirits, and otherworldly phenomena, often blending with horror or fantasy.
Parenting
A genre that explores the challenges, joys, and responsibilities of raising children.
Parody
A humorous or satirical imitation of a particular work or genre, exaggerating its characteristics for comic effect.
Pastoral
A literary genre that idealizes rural life and landscapes, often contrasting them with urban settings.
Patriotic
A literary genre that expresses love for one's country, often highlighting national pride, history, and values.
Peace
A literary genre that explores themes of harmony, reconciliation, and the resolution of conflict.
Period
A literary genre that reflects the characteristics, themes, and styles of a specific historical time frame.
Personal
A genre that focuses on individual experiences, emotions, and reflections, often presented in a subjective and introspective manner.
Personification
A literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human entities.
Philology
The study of language in historical texts, focusing on the development, structure, and meaning of languages.
Philosophy
A genre that explores fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, and reality through critical analysis and argumentation.
Photography
A visual art form that captures images through light, often conveying emotions, stories, or moments.
Picaresque
A genre characterized by the adventures of a roguish hero, often of low social class, who lives by their wits in a corrupt society.
Picture
A genre that combines visual imagery with text to convey a narrative or theme.
Piece
A short literary work that conveys a specific theme or idea, often characterized by its brevity and focused narrative.
Play
A form of literature intended for theatrical performance, characterized by dialogue and action.
Poem
A literary work that expresses emotions, ideas, or stories through rhythmic and often metaphorical language.
Poetry
A literary genre that uses rhythmic and aesthetic qualities of language to evoke emotions and convey ideas.
Poetry
A literary genre that uses rhythmic and aesthetic qualities of language to evoke emotions and convey ideas.
Policy
A genre that discusses, analyzes, or advocates for specific political, economic, or social policies.
Politics
A genre that explores the theory and practice of governance, power dynamics, and political ideologies.
Post-apocalypse
A genre depicting the aftermath of a catastrophic event, focusing on survival, societal collapse, and the human condition.
Postmodern
A literary genre characterized by a skeptical, self-aware approach, often blending styles, questioning narratives, and emphasizing the role of lang...
Postmodernism
A literary genre characterized by a skeptical, self-aware approach, blending styles, and questioning narratives and truths.
Postmodernism
A literary genre characterized by a skeptical, self-aware approach, blending styles, and questioning narratives and truths.
Propaganda
A genre that aims to influence public opinion and promote specific ideologies or agendas through persuasive language and imagery.
Prophetic
A genre characterized by works that convey messages of divine revelation or foretell future events.
Prose
A form of written or spoken language that follows natural flow and grammatical structure, typically without metrical or rhythmic constraints.
Protest
A literary genre that expresses dissent and challenges social, political, or economic injustices.
Psychoanalysis
A literary genre that explores the unconscious mind, emotions, and psychological motivations of characters.
Psychoanalytic
A literary genre that explores the unconscious mind, motivations, and psychological conflicts of characters.
Psychology
A genre that explores the mental processes, emotions, and behaviors of characters, often delving into their inner thoughts and motivations.
Public
A genre that encompasses works intended for a broad audience, often addressing social issues or public interests.
Racial
A genre that explores themes of race, identity, and the experiences of marginalized groups.
Realism
A literary genre that focuses on depicting everyday life and society with a focus on accuracy and detail.
Reference
A genre that provides factual information, often organized for easy access, including encyclopedias, dictionaries, and atlases.
Reflection
A literary genre that explores personal thoughts, feelings, and insights, often in response to experiences or observations.
Reflective
A genre that explores personal thoughts and feelings, often through introspection and contemplation.
Reflexive
A genre that emphasizes self-examination and introspection, often breaking the fourth wall to engage the reader in the narrative process.
Reform
A literary genre that critiques societal norms and advocates for change, often highlighting social injustices.
Regionalism
A literary genre that focuses on the characteristics, culture, and customs of a specific geographic area.
Relations
A genre focusing on interpersonal connections and dynamics between characters.
Relationships
A genre focusing on the dynamics and complexities of interpersonal connections, often exploring themes of love, friendship, and conflict.
Religion
A genre that explores spiritual beliefs, practices, and the influence of faith on human experience.
Renaissance
A cultural and artistic movement in Europe from the 14th to the 17th century, characterized by a revival of classical learning, humanism, and an em...
Revenge
A literary genre centered around the theme of vengeance, where characters seek retribution for perceived wrongs.
Rhetoric
The art of persuasive speaking or writing, utilizing techniques to influence an audience.
Rhetoric
The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, often employing figures of speech and compositional techniques.
Rhyme
A literary device where similar sounds are repeated at the end of lines in poetry or songs.
Rights
A genre that explores themes of social justice, human rights, and the struggle for equality.
Romance
A literary genre centered on love stories, often exploring relationships, emotions, and personal growth.
Romance
A literary genre centered on the emotional relationship and romantic love between characters.
Romanticism
A literary movement emphasizing emotion, individualism, and nature, often reacting against industrialization and rationalism.
Rural
A literary genre that focuses on the lives, culture, and struggles of people in rural settings, often highlighting themes of nature, community, and...
Russian
A literary genre characterized by its exploration of complex themes, psychological depth, and often a focus on social and political issues within R...
Saga
A long narrative that chronicles the history and adventures of a family or group, often spanning generations.
Satire
A genre that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock individuals, society, or institutions.
Satire
A genre that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock societal norms, individuals, or institutions.
Satire
A genre that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock societal norms, individuals, or institutions.
School
A genre focusing on the experiences, challenges, and dynamics of students and educational settings.
Science
A genre that explores scientific concepts, theories, and discoveries, often blending factual information with imaginative storytelling.
Science
A genre that explores scientific concepts, theories, and discoveries, often blending factual information with narrative elements.
Scottish
A literary genre that encompasses works originating from Scotland, often reflecting its culture, history, and landscapes.
Sea
A literary genre that explores themes related to the ocean, maritime life, and the experiences of characters in nautical settings.
Seasonal
A literary genre that explores themes and narratives related to specific seasons, often reflecting changes in nature and human emotions.
Self
A genre focusing on personal experiences, introspection, and self-exploration.
Self-help
A genre that provides guidance and strategies for personal improvement and self-development.
Sentimental
A genre that emphasizes emotional experiences and feelings, often focusing on love, nostalgia, and personal reflection.
Sentimentalism
A literary genre emphasizing emotion, individual experience, and the exploration of feelings, often focusing on the inner lives of characters.
Sermon
A religious discourse intended for spiritual edification, often delivered during a worship service.
Sermon
A religious discourse intended for spiritual edification, often delivered in a formal setting.
Shakespearean
A genre characterized by the use of iambic pentameter, complex characters, and themes of love, power, and betrayal, often presented in plays.
Short
A brief literary work, typically under 1,500 words, focusing on a single theme or character.
Slice
A genre that focuses on a specific moment or experience in a character's life, emphasizing realism and everyday situations.
Social
A genre that explores societal issues, relationships, and the impact of culture on individuals.
Socialism
A literary genre that explores themes of social justice, equality, and the critique of capitalism, often advocating for collective ownership and th...
Sociocultural
A genre that explores the interactions between society and culture, often highlighting social issues, cultural practices, and the impact of societa...
Sociolinguistics
The study of how language varies and changes in social groups, examining the relationship between language and society.
Sociological
A genre that explores social structures, relationships, and issues within a society, often highlighting the impact of culture and environment on individuals.
Sociology
A genre that explores social behavior, institutions, and structures through analysis and critique.
Sociopolitical
A genre that explores social and political issues, often critiquing power structures and advocating for change.
Socratic
A genre characterized by dialogue and questioning, aimed at stimulating critical thinking and illuminating ideas.
Sonnet
A 14-line poem typically written in iambic pentameter, often exploring themes of love or nature.
Sorcery
A genre that involves the use of magical powers and supernatural elements, often featuring witches, wizards, and magical creatures.
Southern
A literary genre characterized by its focus on the culture, history, and social issues of the American South, often featuring strong regional setti...
Space
A genre that explores themes of space travel, extraterrestrial life, and the universe, often incorporating advanced technology and speculative science.
Spanish
A literary genre that encompasses works written in the Spanish language, often reflecting the culture, history, and social issues of Spanish-speaki...
Speculative
A genre that explores imaginative and futuristic concepts, often including elements of science fiction, fantasy, and alternate history.
Speech
A formal address or discourse delivered to an audience, often intended to inform, persuade, or entertain.
Spirituality
A literary genre that explores the nature of the soul, personal growth, and the search for meaning and connection with the divine.
Sports
A genre that focuses on athletic competition, exploring themes of teamwork, perseverance, and the human spirit.
Spy
A genre centered around espionage, featuring secret agents, covert operations, and political intrigue.
Story
A narrative that conveys a sequence of events, often featuring characters and a plot.
Strategy
A genre focused on the planning and tactics used to achieve specific goals, often in competitive contexts.
Stream
A narrative technique that presents thoughts and feelings as they occur, often in a nonlinear fashion.
studies
A genre that analyzes and interprets various subjects, often combining research and critical thought.
Study
A literary genre that involves in-depth analysis and examination of a specific subject or theme.
Supernatural
A genre that incorporates elements beyond the natural world, often involving ghosts, magic, or otherworldly beings.
Surrealism
A literary genre that seeks to express the unconscious mind, often through illogical scenes and bizarre imagery.
Survival
A genre focused on characters facing life-threatening situations, often emphasizing resourcefulness and resilience.
Suspense
A genre that creates a feeling of excitement or anxiety about what may happen next, often involving tension and uncertainty.
Sword
A genre centered around tales of heroism, adventure, and combat, often featuring knights, warriors, and epic battles.
Symbolism
A literary genre that uses symbols to represent ideas and emotions, often conveying deeper meanings beyond the literal.
Symbolism
A literary genre that uses symbols to represent ideas and emotions, often conveying deeper meanings beyond the literal.
Symbolism
A literary genre that emphasizes the use of symbols to express ideas and emotions, often focusing on the subjective experience and the inner life o...
Tale
A short narrative, often featuring fantastical elements, that conveys a moral or lesson.
Tall
A narrative genre characterized by exaggerated, improbable events and characters, often humorous in nature.
Technical
A genre focused on conveying specialized knowledge or instructions, often using precise language and structured formats.
Technology
A genre that explores the impact of technology on society, individuals, and the future.
Theater
A genre of literature intended for performance, characterized by dialogue and action, often exploring human experiences and emotions.
Theater
A genre of literature intended for performance, characterized by dialogue, action, and stagecraft.
Themes
Central ideas or underlying messages explored in a literary work.
Theological
A genre that explores religious themes, doctrines, and the nature of divinity.
Theology
The study of the nature of the divine, religious beliefs, and the practice of faith.
Theory
A genre that explores the principles, concepts, and frameworks underlying literature and its interpretation.
Thriller
A genre characterized by suspense, excitement, and tension, often involving crime or espionage.
Time
A literary genre that explores the concept of time, often involving time travel, temporal shifts, or the impact of time on characters and events.
Tragedy
A dramatic genre that presents serious themes, often involving the downfall of a noble character due to fate, moral weakness, or societal pressures.
Tragedy
A genre characterized by serious themes, often involving the downfall of a heroic figure due to a fatal flaw or fate.
Tragicomedy
A genre that blends elements of tragedy and comedy, often highlighting the complexities of human experience.
Transcendental
A literary genre emphasizing the inherent goodness of people and nature, advocating for self-reliance and individual intuition.
Transcendentalism
A philosophical and literary movement emphasizing individual intuition, nature, and the inherent goodness of people.
Translation
The process of rendering text from one language into another while preserving meaning and style.
Travel
A literary genre that explores the experiences, cultures, and landscapes encountered during journeys.
Travelogue
A narrative that recounts the author's experiences and observations while traveling, often including cultural insights and personal reflections.
Treatise
A formal and systematic written discourse on a specific subject, often presenting arguments and conclusions.
Tribute
A literary work that honors or pays respect to a person, event, or idea, often reflecting admiration or gratitude.
Unknown
A genre characterized by ambiguity and lack of clear definition, often blending elements from various styles.
Urban
A genre that explores the complexities of life in urban settings, often focusing on themes of identity, community, and social issues.
Utopia
A literary genre that explores ideal societies and perfect communities, often highlighting social, political, and moral issues.
Verse
A form of literary expression that uses rhythmic and metrical structure, often employing rhyme.
Victorian
A literary genre characterized by its focus on social issues, moral dilemmas, and the complexities of human relationships during the reign of Queen...
Visionary
A genre characterized by imaginative and prophetic narratives that explore future possibilities and alternate realities.
War
A literary genre that explores the themes, experiences, and consequences of armed conflict, often highlighting the human condition and moral dilemmas.
Western
A genre centered on the American West, typically featuring cowboys, outlaws, and themes of frontier justice.
Whimsical
A genre characterized by playful, fanciful, and imaginative elements, often featuring quirky characters and surreal situations.
Wildlife
A literary genre focusing on the depiction of animals and their natural habitats, often highlighting ecological themes and the relationship between...
Women
A literary genre focusing on the experiences, perspectives, and issues faced by women, often highlighting themes of identity, empowerment, and soci...
Writing
The act or process of composing text for various purposes, including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and more.
Young
A genre focused on the experiences, challenges, and growth of young protagonists, often addressing themes of identity, relationships, and self-discovery.
Youth
A genre focusing on the experiences, challenges, and growth of young protagonists, often addressing themes of identity, friendship, and self-discovery.