* Novel: A long, fictional work of prose that typically follows the lives of one or more characters over a period of time.
* Short story: A shorter work of fiction, typically under 10,000 words.
* Novella: A work of fiction that is longer than a short story but shorter than a novel, typically between 10,000 and 40,000 words.
* Flash fiction: A very short work of fiction, typically under 1,000 words.
Non-Fiction
* Biography: A written account of someone's life.
* Autobiography: A written account of one's own life.
* Memoir: A personal narrative that focuses on a particular aspect of the author's life.
* Essay: A short piece of writing that presents the author's argument on a particular topic.
* Report: A written account of an event or investigation.
* Speech: A formal address delivered to an audience.
* Poetry: A form of writing that uses language in a creative way to evoke emotion or convey a message.
Drama
* Play: A work of drama that is meant to be performed in front of an audience.
* Musical: A play that incorporates music, songs, and dance.
* Opera: A dramatic work set to music.
* Film: A moving picture that tells a story.
* Television show: A series of episodes that are broadcast on television.