HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT GENRE

Choosing the right genre can differ from writer to writer.  Some authors follow their hearts, penning their novels after the subject that suites their fancy.  Others make decisions based on the most popular or bestselling genres. Whether the genre is romance, horror or fantasy, there are specific elements your story should possess:

Romance Novel

The heroine must be likeable.  The book usually centers from the protagonist’s point of view and all problems presented to her must be solved and lead to a happy ending.  The reader must feel like they are on a wild ride and truly believe the plot of the book. The story, no matter how many twists and turns, will always be about two people finding love with each other.

Horror Novel

You can’t have a horror story without creating fear within your readers and the main character!  Sometimes the fear has already manifested itself in the character’s thoughts, long before the evil-doers show up! Ultimately, the protagonist gains strength and/or conquers prior fears to defeat the rival spirit or villain.

Fantasy Novel

The key to writing a fantasy novel is making sure the story follows its own logic. Too many changes to a rule throws the reader off and makes them doubt otherwise pertinent details in your story. This created world must be visualized by the reader so that they too, can understand it. Keep a history log or an outline.  This is useful when tracking the particulars of your story and pushing it forward. These details can propel the plot and conclusion of your novel to a triumph in the eyes of the reader.

How do you pick the genres to your books?

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