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Fiction is the telling of stories which are not real. More specifically, fiction is an imaginative form of narrative, one of the four basic rhetorical modes. Although the word fiction is derived from the Latin fingo, fingere, finxi, fictum, "to form, create", works of fiction need not be entirely imaginary and may include real people, places, and events. Fiction may be either written or oral. Although not all fiction is necessarily artistic, fiction is largely perceived as a form of art or entertainment. The ability to create fiction and other artistic works is considered to be a fundamental a Fiction is the telling of stories which are not real. More specifically, fiction is an imaginative form of narrative, one of the four basic rhetorical modes. Although the word fiction is derived from the Latin fingo, fingere, finxi, fictum, "to form, create", works of fiction need not be entirely imaginary and may include real people, places, and events. Fiction may be either written or oral. Although not all fiction is necessarily artistic, fiction is largely perceived as a form of art or entertainment. The ability to create fiction and other artistic works is considered to be a fundamental aspect of human culture, one of the defining characteristics of humanity. ...more

Release date: Jan 28, 2025
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Curious Thinkers & Books Lovers Our book clubs are a space for deep, curious thinkers and passionate readers! We are a connect…more

[close] Our book clubs are a space for deep, curious thinkers and passionate readers! We are a connected community for those who love engaging in multidisciplinary, explorative discussions through immersive book club sessions, where we celebrate neurodiversity and value every perspective. We read across genres - from fiction and non-fiction to science and poetry - bringing fresh ideas to every session. Here, we don’t just discuss what we read; we playfully challenge ideas, explore themes, and connect them with other books, schools of thought, and so much more. Our values ? ✨ Openness to Other Views 🧠 Critical Thinking 🌱 Curiosity 🎉 Playfulness 🤝 Respect for Differences 📚 Dedication to Learning, Not Debating 💬 Commenting on Ideas, Not Individuals

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English Mysteries Club Do you love mysteries written in the "English" style? Why not come and join us? We are an establ…more

[close] Do you love mysteries written in the "English" style? Why not come and join us? We are an established group of mystery readers, which has just re-launched in 2020. We read and share about every sort of English mystery, and have an optional group read once a month. We read from the "Golden Age" novels of Agatha Christie and Dorothy L. Sayers to the "cosy mysteries" of Simon Brett; through series and stand-alone quick to read "whodunits", to bang up to date modern lengthy novels, heavy on the psychology. You might prefer Ruth Rendell, P.D. James, Colin Dexter, or Kate Atkinson ... or a myriad of others. Or perhaps you like the classic 19th century mysteries by Wilkie Collins or featuring Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes? Whatever your personal choice, you will find fellow aficionados here. Welcome!

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Goodreads Authors/Readers This group is dedicated to connecting readers with Goodreads authors. It is divided by genres, a…more

[close] This group is dedicated to connecting readers with Goodreads authors. It is divided by genres, and includes folders for writing resources, book websites, videos/trailers, and blogs. Feel free to invite some friends to join our Round Table community!http://www.goodreads.com/group/invite\_members/26989-goodreads-authors-readers -Vincent Lowry (Moderator, Author, & Photographer) *Masthead photo: Taos, NM (c) 2021 by Vincent Lowry Slide Show: http://youtu.be/QKOPP4kIGLc Authors and readers are invited to check out these additional links: 1) The Author Resource Round Table on Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/topic/group\_folder/116489?group\_id=26989 2) The E-Author Resources blog: http://eauthorresource.wordpress.com/ 3) The Book Video blog: http://ratemybookvideo.wordpress.com/

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