Introduction

Magical Realism & Speculative Fiction

Magical Realism = is a genre of fiction that is set in a realistic setting that incorporates elements of magic and fantasy. The key characteristics are

• Realistic setting
• An atypical plot structure
• Social criticism
• Unexplained elements (magic specifically)

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Speculative Fiction = a literary genre characterized by fantastical elements. It can be fantasy, alternative history, super hero, apocalyptic, supernatural, etc.

This digital display was inspired by Toni Morrison’s genre-spanning body of work.

This is a compilation of works, older and newer, that fits into each genre, and some straddle both.