Genre and format on Wattpad

Learn about webnovel format and the key genres on Wattpad. Knowing how to write in this style and apply the genre best-practices is key to webnovel writing.

Top genres to write now on Wattpad

Learn more about the genres Wattpad is focusing on for monetization opportunities such as Wattpad Originals.

Hot Encounter: Vertical guide

Hot Encounter is Wattpad's contemporary romance Vertical. Learn what elements your story needs to succeed as a Romance webnovel!

Dangerous Love: Vertical guide

Dangerous Love encompasses subgenres like mafia, romantic suspense, erotic romance, and more. Learn what elements help these stories succeed on Wattpad.

Werewolf: Vertical guide

Werewolf is a popular genre on Wattpad that has specific elements readers are looking for. Learn how to apply these foundational elements to your story.

Slice of Life: Vertical Guide

Slice of Life stories are smaller-stakes romance stories with an episodic structure that focus on character interactions and character growth.