Can you give examples of what might be considered 'fail literary fiction'?

One example could be a fanfic where female characters are constantly in need of rescue and have no agency of their own. This would be a negative portrayal of the 'female way' as it reinforces the old - fashioned idea that women are helpless. Another example might be a fanfic that focuses only on the appearance of female characters and their relationships with male characters in a very shallow way, ignoring their other qualities.

One example could be writing about a character like Snape suddenly having a secret love for Muggle fashion. It's a departure from his usual brooding and strict character in the original, which is quite cheeky. Another might be imagining Harry Potter himself being a bit of a prankster in a way that goes beyond what we saw in the books, like using magic to play elaborate and slightly naughty jokes on the teachers at Hogwarts.

One example is 'Fight Club' by Chuck Palahniuk. It has a very non - traditional narrative and themes that question consumer culture and masculinity. Another is 'Donnie Darko', which has a complex and surreal plot that has attracted a cult following.

Sure. Biographies are a great example. They tell the true story of a person's life. Another one is historical non - fiction books that detail events from the past. Also, self - help books which provide practical advice based on real - life experiences can be considered non - literary fiction.

There are several great examples. 'The Road' by Cormac McCarthy, while not strictly only about climate change, depicts a post - apocalyptic world that could be seen as a result of environmental collapse. 'Snowpiercer' (which was also made into a movie) is another. It's set in a world where the Earth has become uninhabitable due to climate change and the survivors live on a constantly - moving train. And then there's 'Station Eleven' by Emily St. John Mandel, which although more about a pandemic, also has elements of a world changed by environmental factors that could be related to climate change.

Sure. A trait is the exploration of complex human relationships. In 'Pride and Prejudice', Austen delved into the relationships between different characters, especially in the context of love and marriage. Another trait is the use of metaphor. For instance, in many works, nature can be used as a metaphor for human emotions or the passage of time. Also, the presence of a strong narrative voice that can be very personal or omniscient, like in 'The Great Gatsby' where Fitzgerald's voice guides the reader through the story.

One example could be those poorly written, derivative space opera novels that just recycle the same old plots about intergalactic wars and heroic space captains without adding anything new. They are like a cancer because they flood the market and make it seem like all science fiction is the same.

Sure. Take 'The Da Vinci Code' as an example of popular fiction. It has a fast - moving plot full of mystery and adventure, which is designed to keep readers on the edge of their seats. In contrast, 'Pride and Prejudice' is a work of literary fiction. It focuses on the complex relationships between characters, their social status, and the exploration of themes like love and marriage in a more in - depth way.

It could be a different ending for a tragic story. For instance, in a 'Romeo and Juliet' first fan fiction, the writer might have made Romeo and Juliet survive and live happily ever after.

There might be a mystery element, such as a hidden treasure that everyone is making a claim to. The story could revolve around the characters' attempts to find the treasure, with various clues and obstacles along the way. It could also include some complex relationships between the characters, like a love - hate relationship between two rivals for the treasure. There could be a wise old man character who gives out hints and advice from time to time.