genre-specific conventions

Genre-specific conventions are the common features and techniques that define a particular type of story or media. They include typical themes, characters, settings, plot structures, and stylistic elements that audiences expect to see. For example, a detective story often includes a crime, a detective protagonist, clues, and a resolution. These conventions help creators communicate and connect with their audience by aligning with familiar patterns, while also allowing them to innovate within the genre. Understanding conventions helps us recognize the genre's purpose and anticipate what might happen next in a story.