THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LITERARY FICTION AND FICTION

 

The term literary fiction, introduced over fifty years ago, simply divides fiction into categories of specific works. While the true definition may get skewed from time-to-time, there are distinct differences.

 

Literary fiction.

This branch of fiction is deemed as artful and more serious or complex, generally appealing to a smaller reading audience.

It’s driven by a psychological meaning and delves into the complexities of the characters opposed to a plot. The style is more sophisticated and expressive with a slower pace.

Literary works are more lyrical and profound as far as form, often thought-provoking in nature, leaving the reader with an enlightened perspective on the book’s given subject.

Fiction.

This element of writing, which often has unreal details and places, covers a broad spectrum of genres such as: sci-fi, romance, western, mystery and humor.

While the speech of fiction is less reserved, it is driven by the plot, which means the story is built around the action.

This body of work, generally imaginative with pretend worlds and loose speech, is meant to entertain creatively.

For additional reading, check out: Wikidifference, http://www.wikidifference.com/difference-between-fiction-and-literary-fiction/.

Ehow, http://www.ehow.com/info_8673925_difference-between-fiction-nonfiction.html.

 

Which works do you prefer to write or read?