Authors' Alcove for Fantasy Writers

Knowing Your Book's Genre


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In our second episode of the Story Savvy series, we cover self-editing tips for authors, including how to know your genre, recognize different book genres, and avoid common genre mistakes. Rebecca, developmental editor, founder, and host of Hart Bound Editing [http://hartboundediting.com], joins forces with Agnes Wolfe, host and founder of Authors' Alcove [http://authorsalcove.com] in this second episode of the 52-week Story Savvy series, offering practical advice to help authors improve their manuscripts and meet reader expectations.

In this episode, Agnes Wolfe, an aspiring author, asks important questions about choosing the right book genre and how understanding genre affects story structure, tone, and audience engagement. The conversation covers tips on avoiding genre mistakes to avoid and ensuring your story lands with the right readers.

Rebecca’s Recommended Resources: 

  • Story Grid Clover - Download this guide to help you identify your genre:  https://storygrid.com/books/story-grid-genre-five-leaf-clover/

  • Amazon Best Seller List - Amazon’s list of genres and subgenres will help you pinpoint your manuscript’s genre and subgenre as well as see comparable books already listed in each category:   https://www.amazon.com/best-sellers-books-Amazon/zgbs/books/ref=zg_bs_unv_books_1_86_1

  • Developmental Editing Services - Ready for the next step? Rebecca gives expert feedback on your manuscript: https//hartboundediting.com

  • Have questions about self-editing your work? Place them in the comments, and we will be sure to answer them in future episodes! 



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    Authors' Alcove for Fantasy WritersBy Agnes Wolfe