1. Writers or authors who reject or oppose the conventions and traditions of the novel as a literary form, often experimenting with unconventional narrative structures, styles, or content.
Usage: Plural form of antinovelis; Literary criticism term; Often associated with avant-garde or experimental literature movements

Examples

• The antinovelists of the 20th century challenged readers' expectations about plot and character development.
• Critics debated whether antinovelists were genuinely innovative or simply rejecting established literary standards.
• Many antinovelists incorporated fragmented narratives and metafictional techniques into their works.
• The movement of antinovelists emerged partly as a reaction against Victorian novel conventions.
• Some antinovelists abandoned linear storytelling altogether in favor of experimental forms.