What You Should Know About Genre with Savannah Gilbo

Author Your Dream

English - March 03, 2023 11:58 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MB
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If you've ever found yourself struggling to categorize your writing or wondering why certain books fit into specific categories, then this episode is for you. We'll start by discussing why genre is essential in fiction writing and how it helps readers find books they enjoy. Next, we'll delve into the two main types of genres: commercial genres and content genres. We'll explain their differences and explore the various sub-genres that fall within each category.

Highlights

What is genre?

What to do when your story fits into multiple categories

Five things our content genre can tell you about your story

Internal and external genres

Avoiding getting overwhelmed

How this applies to science fiction and fantasy

Resources Mentioned

Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast

www.savannahgilbo.com/blog/genre

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