Well, I think some fictional examples take from these "non-fiction" cases. The Bible is, I believe, not the only book of teachings which consists of a series of letters, some demi-biographical materials exist in this vein.
So I think The Bible counts as inspirational material not as an actual trope example. It may actually be better suited for "Real Life".
"84, Charing Cross Road" by Helene Hanff is an epistolary work compiling and providing some background on actual correspondence between the author and a bookseller and members of his staff. But can there be a Real Life example of a novel?
Similarly, there is an entire genre of editions of letters to and/or from individuals, some of whom are famous and others whose letters give us glimpses into lives in different times, places, and circumstances. They may or may not be edited or provided with background information and explanatory notes.
Does The Bible actually count? I thought this trope required them to be fictional letters from fictional characters. The Bible is at least written as nonfiction, regardless of whether you believe in the stories.
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