Contemporary Realistic Fiction

Contemporary Realistic fiction has a strong sense of life presented with social and personal concerns. This genre discusses experiences from the recent past in the real world. Many readers draw on the characters' and events' obstacles to gather courage. Eventually contemporary realistic fiction becomes historical fiction as time continues on the stories change with it. Each story is unique in its own way of connecting to readers of various ages.


This genre has several important components such as setting, characterization, plot, theme, and style. The setting is based on a place and time that are plausible during the current era. Then the characters reflect true humanity through power and failings. Within the plot characters overcome obstacles that are probable and matter to the reader. Then the themes reflect important issues of society throughout all ages. Finally styling supports the characters' and plot's development throughout the pages of a story. Together these pieces frame a wonderful, memorable story for various readers.