Vampire/werewolf department is not a genre in literature. Rather it can be classified under fantasy.
Just like the name suggests, vampire and werewolf are stories whose characters contain the elements of being able to transform their physical bodies to those creatures.
Examples, the movie Vampire Diaries, blade, twilight etc.
There are
Vampire romance
Werewolf romance
Vampire science fiction
Werewolf science fiction
Vampire fan fiction
Werewolf fan fiction
Etc
The little problem about writing under this department is that it all seems like all kinds of stories have been written about vampires and werewolves.
Like a lot of clichés stories have been written and rewritten and reauthorised, you might find it difficult to create an original without copying a scene or two from others.
So how do make yours special?
Research about what idea authors are using out idea. Don't assume your idea is brand new. Learn what cliché to avoid and be creative with your idea.
Most readers complained that the female lead character in twilight was weak. Make yours stronger with special powers or something.
When most authors go left, try taking the right.
Research Research Research
Research about what species of vampire or werewolf you want to use. Know their strengths and weaknesses and maintain that through out your story. Don't introduce random powers or other type of special werewolves or vampires half way through your story because they are cool.
Let your readers know in the beginning what they are going to be seeing in your creatures.
Your vampire werewolf characters should be relatable. They shouldn't be over perfect. Or have some special vampiric qualities. Vampires are Vampires and werewolves are werewolves. No kind of super description will change them. Rather make their humanly side more approachable and down to earth.
Avoid excess humor.
Readers wouldn't feel the impact of a comedian who is also a werewolf or vampire. There should be a thing line separating normal funny scenes and excessive jokes especially by the main werewolf or vampire characters. There are certain natural qualities these creatures have, so they shouldn't be overly aggressive or too funny.
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