What L2 Creative Writing Teachers Need to Know

​Creative Writing Non-fiction Genres 

 

Autobiography: Life of a person written by himself

Biography: Life of a person written by someone else

Cookbooks: Writing about preparation of meals, snacks, and other food items.

Dairies: A journey of someone throughout his life

Essays: Formal writing on different subjects

How-to books: Focus on “how to do a particular task”

Memoir: Story of a person’s life and his memories

Outdoor literature: Story of outdoor activities such as hiking, trekking, and adventurous sports

Spiritual: Focus on religion and customs

Travel Literature: Writing about travel experiences