Anonymous said...
I feel it is a pity that people have to classify a story into a genre. The classification of a story limits its market. People do not read a story for the joy of reading. They read a genre so that they are able to shortcut the story by filling in the blanks between the characters using the genre formula. I hate romance generally and it is not something I desire to read however there are times when a romance soothes the mind so it is a bonus to read a romance that has a good story.
Hi anon,
True, and reader anticipation is such a big elelment in the choice of any story. For people who read widely, and from the 'POSH GLOSSIES' which boast a literary pedigree, the genre can be irrelevant. But the majority of readers still line up for the pulp paperbacks - and they look for particular authors or paticular genres.
That trend has crossed into the world of virtual fiction, and the standard of the paper no longer matters. It is as it is, I suppose.
So if you find a good story, in any genre, pass it on.
regards,
L.
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