21st Century Literature

Genres of
Literature
Prepared by Marielle Dominique G. De la Cruz
Learning 01
Outcomes
Identify different genres of literature

02 Explain the characteristics of each literary

genre

03 AAnalyze examples of each genre of

literature
 Learning Agenda
What is literature? Genres of literature
01 A brief introduction to the 03 A discussion of the characteristics and
characteristics and definition of definition of the literary genres
literature

Flowchart of genres Prose and Poetry

02 An examination of main types and 04 A discussion of the genres that fall
sub-types of the literary genres under the categories of prose and
poetry
 Literature
Prose Poetry

Fiction Non-Fiction Narrative Lyric Dramatic

Novel History Epic Song Tragedy

Short Story News Ballad Ode Comedy

Novella Biography Metrical Tale Sonnet Melodrama

Fable Diary Elegy Farce

Parable Anecdote Idyll Social Tale

Legend Essay
 What is Genre?

Genre is the classification of a literary

work by its form, content, and style into
categories such as poetry, drama, fiction,
and non-fiction. 
 What is Genre?

For authors, they can choose what type of genre they

write best in and specialize in that genre. However,
many writers choose to publish in and experiment
with several different genres from poetry to
nonfiction.
 Literature

Prose
Fiction Non-Fiction
Novel History

Short Story News

Novella Biography

Fable Diary

Parable Anecdote

Legend Essay
 Prose
Prose is a form of literature that uses ordinary
language and has a natural flow of speech. It is
distinguished from poetry, which uses a formal
meter and rhyme.
Prose typically consists of sentences and paragraphs
and is used for a variety of genres, including novels,
essays, short stories, and newspaper articles.
Poetry
Poetry is a genre of literature that uses imaginative
and often rhythmic language to express an idea,
evoke emotion, or tell a story. It is often used to
convey complex emotions and ideas in an accessible
and creative way.
Poetry can take many different forms, from
traditional rhyme schemes to free verse.
 Prose
Fiction Non-
Fiction in literature is any story or
novel that is created from the
Fiction
Non-fiction in literature is a genre
which encompasses essays,
author's imagination, as opposed to biographies, memoirs, and other
being based on facts or real events. written works that are based on
facts and real events.
Fiction
A novel is a work of long prose fiction, which is usually centered around
Novel characters, events and settings. Novels usually have multiple chapters, with a
larger plot and focus on character development.

A short story is a work of fiction that is usually shorter in length than a novel.
Short Story Short stories often have less developed characters and settings than longer works,
but can still explore complex themes.

A novella is a work of narrative fiction, longer than a short story but shorter than a
Novella novel. Generally, novellas are between 20,000 and 40,000 words in length.
Nove
l
Short
Story
Novella
Fiction
A fable is a short story, typically with animals as characters, that teaches a moral
Fable lesson. Fables often have an element of humor and are an enduring form of folk
literature.

A parable is a short story or brief tale that is used to illustrate a moral lesson or
Parable religious principle. It typically features characters and events that are symbolic of
larger truths or ideas.

A legend is a traditional story that has been passed down through generations and
Legend is typically based on historical events. Legends often include elements of
mythology and folklore.
Fables
Parab
le
Legend
Non-Fiction
History is the study of past events, particularly human activity and its impact on
History people and societies. It is a term that relates to past events as well as interpretation
of information about these events.

A news is a piece of information about a current event or situation. It may be

News reported in a variety of media, including newspapers, television, radio, and the
Internet.

A biography is a detailed description or account of a person's life. It includes facts

Biography and information about the person's childhood, education, family, work, and death.
Non-Fiction
A diary is a personal record of experiences, thoughts, and/or reflections kept
Diary regularly and often privately. It can be a physical book or an electronic document.

An anecdote is a brief, often amusing story about a real incident or person.

Anecdote Anecdotes are usually related as a way to support an argument or point in a speech
or essay.

An essay is a short piece of writing that focuses on a particular topic or argument.

Essay Essays are used to express ideas, explain a point, or discuss a topic in a structured
and organized way.
Anecdote
 Literature

Poetry

Narrative Lyric Dramatic

Epic Song Tragedy

Ballad Ode Comedy

Metrical Tale Sonnet Melodrama

Elegy Farce

Idyll Social Tale


Narrativ
e
Narrative poetry is a form of poetry
that tells a story. It usually follows
Lyric poetry is a type of poetry that
a plot with characters, a setting,
and a climax.
Poetry
Lyric Dramati
expresses personal emotions or
c
Dramatic poetry is a type of poetry
that is meant to be performed in a
thoughts. It often includes rhyme play or theatrical setting. It often
and meter and can be sung as a includes elements of dialogue,
song. monologue, and characterization.
Narrative
An epic is a long narrative poem that celebrates the deeds of a legendary hero. It
Epic features a hero who represents the values of a particular society, and who goes on
an epic journey or quest.

A ballad is a type of song that tells a story and often has a repeated chorus or
Ballad refrain. Ballads typically have a slow, rhythmic structure and use simple and
emotional language.

A metric tale is a story told in verse, usually composed of stanzas or lines of

Metric Tale poetry. Metric tales are an ancient form of storytelling, often used in traditional
folklore, fables, and myths.
Activity: Literary Genre
scavenger hunt
Together with your group, browse on the internet or at the library specific
texts that can be classified in each genre.
Literary works have the
power to transport us to
worlds far beyond our own
and to open our eyes to new
perspectives.
They can inspire us to take stands, to take action, and to think differently. In
short, they are essential to our individual growth and to the health of our
society.
Thank You for
Listening!