Literary genre is a broad term used to describe the various types of written works. FARCE is a type of comedy that relies on exaggerated situations and characters for humorous effect. SATIRE is a type of writing that uses wit and irony to criticize society or individuals. DRAMA is a type of literature that tells a story through dialogue and action. PROSE is a type of writing that is not poetry or verse, but instead follows the natural flow of speech. ROMANCE is a genre of literature that focuses on love and relationships. MYTH is a type of story that is based in folklore and often involves gods and goddesses. SAGA is a type of narrative that follows a family or group of people over a long period of time. Sci-fi is a genre of literature that focuses on futuristic or science-fiction elements. Epopee is a type of narrative poem that tells a heroic story.