Key Elements of Genre: Literary Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, and Commercial Fiction

Jess and Hannah introduce a new series on the key elements of writing in certain genres. In the first episode, they discuss the definitions and hallmarks of literary fiction, upmarket fiction, and commercial fiction. They explore case studies and even share ways that these genres can be markers within other genres as well (i.e., literary thrillers, upmarket romances, etc.).

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What is Upmarket Fiction? by Carly Watters for Jane Friedman

What is Literary Fiction? | Writer's Digest

Literary Fiction Explained (and How to Know if You're Writing It) | The Novelry