Welcome to LibGuide for HU295: Reading Roundtable. Here is where you can find the syllabus, important class information, and resources to help you navigate the wonderful world of reading!
Here are some basic literary terms to keep in mind:
You can find these definitions and more on Purdue OWL's website.
What is a genre? Genres are categories of literature that allow us to differentiate between different styles of writing. The most basic are fiction and nonfiction, but there are even more genres within each of them. Some subgenres include:
Fiction | Nonfiction |
Drama | Biography |
Fantasy | Drama |
Historical Fiction | Essay |
Horror | Narrative Nonfiction |
Mystery | Poetry |
Poetry | Speech |
Realistic Fiction | |
Science Fiction |