In a 'dilettante novel', the characters might be somewhat two - dimensional. They may not have fully fleshed - out personalities, backstories, or complex emotional arcs. The plot could be driven more by chance or simple coincidences rather than by well - crafted cause - and - effect relationships, and the overall impact on the reader may be relatively weak compared to a more accomplished piece of literature.
Often, novice writers might produce what could be considered a 'dilettante novel'. They are new to the craft and may not have fully grasped the techniques needed for a more refined work.
The X Files manga and comics could differ in terms of panel layout, color usage, and the way dialogue is incorporated. Maybe the manga has a more sequential and linear storytelling, while comics could be more experimental in structure.