Would a fantasy novel be considered a major part of the fiction genre?

Sure. There are elements in fantasy that can be related to science fiction. Take the idea of teleportation in some fantasy stories. It could be seen as a precursor to the scientific concept of instant transportation. Although in fantasy it might be achieved through magic, in science fiction it would be based on some technological innovation. So, in this sense, the fantasy genre can have aspects that are in line with science fiction and thus could be considered part of it.

Yes, they could be considered part of the extreme or dark fantasy genre. These types of stories often deal with very disturbing and unconventional concepts that go against the norm.

Fantasy is not regarded as science fiction. They have different focuses. Science fiction explores the possibilities of science and its impact on society, while fantasy creates magical and otherworldly realms that don't adhere to scientific principles.

No, they're separate. Fantasy is more about the supernatural and fantastical, while science fiction is grounded in scientific possibility and speculation. But sometimes a story might have features that blur the lines a bit between the two.

Yes, fiction is definitely considered a genre. It encompasses a wide range of stories and types of writing that are imagined or created rather than based strictly on real events.

Yes, they can be considered part of the fetish or erotica genre in some cases. However, not all such stories are strictly sexual. Some may be more about the psychological exploration of the fetish.

Yes, YA fiction is definitely considered a genre. It's specifically targeted at young adult readers and has its own distinct characteristics and themes.

Infinite novels usually referred to novels in which the plot unfolded through an infinite cycle of time and space in a fictional universe or world. Different from traditional science fiction, infinite novels usually involved supernatural elements such as magic, gods, souls, etc. rather than traditional scientific concepts. Therefore, strictly speaking, infinite novels were not science fiction. However, because the infinite genre novels often had sci-fi elements, they were deeply loved by the readers and became an independent literary genre.

Poetry collections usually aren't genre fiction. They focus on the expression of emotions and imagery through verse rather than following typical genre conventions.

Yes, it can be. In some science fiction works, magic-like elements are incorporated and explained through scientific or technological concepts.