fiction series

Sequential invented stories

A fiction series is a collection of novels, stories, or other narrative works connected by shared characters, settings, or storylines.

Each installment may stand alone or require reading in sequence: I'm halfway through the fiction series.

The term distinguishes narrative series from nonfiction or documentary series.

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world-building · continuity · screenplay · shared universe · extended universe · subplot · television show · graphic novel · recurring characters · merchandise · character development · thriller · mystery · fanfiction · romance · plot twist · cosplay · book club pick

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truthfulness/factuality

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Nonfiction show with episodes

true crime series · journalism · news coverage · academic publications · reality series

seriality/structure

fiction seriesone-shot

Occurring just once

short story · novella · anthology

genre/form

fiction seriesreference works

Publications for looking things up

textbooks · scientific journals · news reports · court records · historical archives

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