Genres+of+Writing

// Is defined by purpose and audience // Some purposes: To tell a story or express personal feelings To explain, inform, or make technical concepts understandable To persuade others To create a professional image or maintain the flow of business
 * __ Genres of Writing __**

Informational: Expository: __Examples__: journal articles, informational brochures, newspaper articles, textbooks, how-to manuals, cookbooks
 * Informational/Expository Writing ** -
 * Usually requires in depth research or extensive personal experience
 * Intended to teach or inform from the point of view of an expert
 * Answers key questions accurately and thoroughly
 * Uses several reliable sources which are quoted, cited or paraphrased
 * Explores a topic of interest to the writer
 * Does not require formal research
 * Relies on personal experience or observation

__Examples__: film or book reviews, restaurant reviews, editorials and letters to the editor, political position papers, proposed legislation, advertisements and debates
 * Persuasive Writing ** -
 * Informational writing with attitude
 * Based on extensive personal experience or research
 * Purpose is to discuss opposing sides of an issue thoroughly and take the reader on a journey to reach a logical conclusion
 * Discusses various perspectives but uses guided argument and compelling evidence to direct the reader’s thinking

__Examples__: novels, short stories, plays, diaries, journals, news stories, biographies, histories, and travelogues
 * Personal/Narrative Writing ** -
 * Tells a story
 * Not random events, but sets up the story, builds to a high point and winds down
 * Usually problem or challenge to overcome
 * Setting and characters
 * // Nonfiction narrative // combines narrative and informational writing
 * // Memoir // is personal and reflective, expressing thoughts and feelings

__Examples__: annual reports, grant proposals, evaluations, public relations documents such as pamphlets, posters, business letters, memos, e-mails, resumes, advertisements
 * Business/Professional Writing ** -
 * Any writing in a workplace or serves a professional purpose
 * Purposes include applying for a position, summarizing data, annual reports, writing funding proposals, evaluating employee performance