(Chapter on “Textual poaching” & cultural hierarchy). Why it’s useful: Examines how fans actively reinterpret entertainment content (fan fiction, forums, meta-commentary).
The show will always go on.
Communication Theory, 14 (4), 388–408. Why it’s useful: Redefines entertainment beyond pleasure to include appreciation, suspense, and meaningful experiences. Core reading for understanding viewer engagement. (Chapter on “Textual poaching” & cultural hierarchy)
(Selected chapters, e.g., “Spoiling Survivor”). Why it’s useful: Explores fan participation, transmedia storytelling, and how audiences co-create meaning around popular media (reality TV, franchises). (Chapter on “Textual poaching” & cultural hierarchy)