Literary Genres: Romance

A genre is a category of fiction that is characterized by a specific style, tone, or theme.
Genres can be combined to create hybrid genres, and many stories can belong to multiple genres.

Focuses on the emotional relationship between characters, often with a happy ending.
Typical plot elements:
- Meet-cute: The initial meeting between the protagonists.
- Conflict: Obstacles to the relationship, such as social class, family, or personal issues.
- Declaration of love: The climax of the story, where the characters express their love.
Sub-genres:
- Historical romance: Set in a specific historical time period.
- Paranormal romance: Involves supernatural or paranormal elements.

Focuses on solving a puzzle or uncovering a hidden truth.
Typical plot elements:
- Crime or problem: The central mystery to be solved.
- Detective or investigator: The protagonist who solves the mystery.
- Clues and red herrings: Hidden hints and misleading information.
Sub-genres:
- Whodunit: Focuses on identifying the perpetrator of a crime.
- Thriller: Emphasizes suspense and action.

Explores the consequences of scientific or technological advancements.
Typical plot elements:
- Speculative technology: Advanced or hypothetical technologies.
- Alien worlds or civilizations: Exploration of other planets or species.
- Social commentary: Exploration of the consequences of scientific progress.
Sub-genres:
- Hard sci-fi: Emphasizes scientific accuracy and realistic technology.
- Soft sci-fi: Focuses on character development and social commentary.

Intends to evoke fear, anxiety, or unease in the reader.
Typical plot elements:
- Supernatural or paranormal elements: Ghosts, monsters, or otherworldly threats.
- Isolation: Characters are trapped or isolated, increasing their vulnerability.
- The unknown: Unexplained or unexplained events create tension.
Sub-genres:
- Supernatural horror: Focuses on supernatural entities or events.
- Psychological horror: Emphasizes the psychological and emotional state of the characters.

Involves supernatural or magical elements that are not scientifically possible.
Typical plot elements:
- Magical or supernatural world: A world with its own rules and laws.
- Quest or mission: The protagonist's goal or journey.
- Good vs. evil: The struggle between benevolent and malevolent forces.
Sub-genres:
- High fantasy: Set in an alternate, entirely fictional world.
- Urban fantasy: Combines fantasy elements with modern-day urban settings.

A genre is a category of fiction characterized by a specific style, tone, or theme.
Genres can be combined to create hybrid genres, and many stories can belong to multiple genres.

Focuses on the emotional relationship between characters, often with a happy ending.
Typical plot elements include:
Meet-cute: The initial meeting between the protagonists.
Conflict: Obstacles to the relationship, such as social class, family, or personal issues.
Declaration of love: The climax of the story, where the characters express their love.
Sub-genres include:
Historical romance: Set in a specific historical time period.
Paranormal romance: Involves supernatural or paranormal elements.

Intends to evoke fear, anxiety, or unease in the reader.
Typical plot elements include:
Supernatural or paranormal elements: Ghosts, monsters, or otherworldly threats.
Isolation: Characters are trapped or isolated, increasing their vulnerability.
The unknown: Unexplained or unexplained events create tension.
Sub-genres include:
Supernatural horror: Focuses on supernatural entities or events.
Psychological horror: Emphasizes the psychological and emotional state of the characters.