Contemporary Fantasy Fiction: Exploring Worlds Beyond Imagination Are you a fan of stories that blend the magical and the ordinary? Do you find yourself yearning for tales that transport you to a realm where the supernatural intertwines with modern life? Look no further than contemporary fantasy fiction! In this genre, authors create captivating narratives that seamlessly meld elements of the fantastical with the realities of our world. From the enchanting to the extraordinary, contemporary fantasy fiction offers an escape from the mundane and invites readers into a fresh and imaginative realm. One of the most captivating authors in contemporary fantasy fiction is Neil Gaiman. Renowned for his ability to weave folklore and myth into modern-day settings, Gaiman has enchanted readers with his brilliant novels such as "American Gods," where deities from various mythologies coexist with humanity, and "Neverwhere," a tale set in the magical underworld of London. If you're seeking a delightful mix of adventure, suspense, and mythological wonders, Gaiman's works are a must-read. For those yearning for tales of wizards, witches, and spellbinding magic, J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" series is an absolute treasure. Take a journey to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where young Harry Potter battles dark forces while navigating the complexities of adolescence. Rowling's expert storytelling and the richly imagined world of Harry Potter have captivated readers of all ages and have become a cultural phenomenon. If you crave contemporary fantasy fiction that delves into alternative history, look no further than Susanna Clarke's "Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell." Set in 19th-century England, this novel introduces a world where magic once thrived but is now considered a lost art. Clarke's meticulous research and vivid prose bring to life a tale of two magicians who seek to revive English magic and change the course of history. With its elegant storytelling and immersive world-building, "Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell" is a modern classic of the genre. Want to explore online platforms dedicated to contemporary fantasy fiction? Look out for websites like Goodreads, a popular book recommendation platform where users share their favorite reads and discover new authors. You can find countless user-generated lists and reviews of contemporary fantasy fiction novels, providing you with a wealth of options for your next captivating read. So, whether you're seeking magical adventures, mythical encounters, or an escape into a world where the extraordinary is intertwined with the everyday, contemporary fantasy fiction is the genre that will take you there. With talented authors like Neil Gaiman, J.K. Rowling, and Susanna Clarke leading the way, and online resources like Goodreads to guide you, your journey into a realm of imagination awaits. Dive into the pages of captivating novels and prepare to be spellbound!
Transmigrated into the era of the War of the Gods, I became a Foundation Establishment Stage cultivator, just a disposable pawn among the numerous Golden Immortals and abundant Heavenly Immortals. In the face of looming tribulations, the protagonist's future seemed bleak. Utilizing knowledge of the War of the Gods, the protagonist's first task upon entering the Primordial Era was to rescue Ji Chang and return to Western Qi, forming an alliance with the powerful Western Zhou Dynasty. Mixing into the chaos of the War of the Gods, step by step, the protagonist rose to power and embarked on the path of strength.
132.70 Million words | 2021-03-29 11:05Update
She is the most powerful spirit master of the Century Spirit Clan, who loves adventure. During one of her adventurous journeys, she is transported to the Xuan Yu Continent by a magical crystal necklace and ends up on the body of Helian Xian, the illegitimate daughter of the Helian family, the first family of the Flame Kingdom! In the instant she opens her eyes, fate is rewritten, and she begins her journey towards becoming a top-tier powerhouse. In her eyes, love means not only companionship, but also fighting side by side with him!
115.84 Million words | 2022-08-16 09:36Update
A rural otaku unexpectedly downloads a game, unexpectedly obtaining a virtual beauty as a companion, and unexpectedly being lured by the system. In the midst of that turbulent era of incredible transformations, he embarks on a strange and eerie journey of invincibility. PS: Beauty and allure are just my facade; loneliness and invincibility are my true essence.
104.49 Million words | 2021-06-13 05:58Update
The feared assassin king who terrifies both the righteous and the wicked, Wang, found himself in the body of Miss Nangong, the eldest daughter of the prominent Nangong family in the Cloud Dynasty. Before he could enjoy their immense family wealth, he watched helplessly as his family fell, witnessing the tragic deaths of his parents and older brother right before his eyes. Even his betrothed of twelve years came to his doorstep to break off the engagement. The eldest Miss Nangong became a helpless orphan, with even her only relative coveting the Nangong family's treasured possession and attempting to sell her to a brothel. Did they really think that this young lady was a pushover and could be bullied at will? Everyone wanted her dead, but she was determined to thrive. To those who wronged her, she would exact tenfold vengeance. Today, you may stomp on her, but tomorrow she will reduce you to dust! "The greatest mistake I have ever made in my life was causing the death of your parents!" the wicked and remorseful Marquis Anle admitted with guilt on his face. "Then spend the rest of your life making it right!"
83.37 Million words | 2022-05-08 22:34Update
As an ordinary bookstore owner, Ling Ping'an's greatest desire in life is to live a mediocre and uneventful existence. However, there always seems to be some late-stage "chuunibyou" (delusions of grandeur) customers who show up at his store late at night. In order to make a living, Ling Ping'an reluctantly adopts the same extravagant style as these customers and enthusiastically promotes the books in his store. After much effort and struggle, he manages to sell the books. But to his dismay, these customers claim they have no money to pay. Instead, they propose offering divine artifacts and mystical objects as collateral for the books. Helpless, Ling Ping'an agrees to their demands. Little does he know, every book these customers take from him undergoes a transformation. "Secrets of Role-Playing" becomes "Reports from the Abyssal Depths," and "Official Guide to Stellar Mechanical Ascension" is actually "The Mechanical Gospels." In the eyes of these customers, Ling Ping'an is actually a terrifying leader of a cult, an indescribable being who rules over countless realms. In response to this, Ling Ping'an can only say, "That's not me! I don't have any of that! Don't make things up."
219.20 Million words | 2023-03-18 02:41Update
"The rain soaked the sky, meticulously destroying it." My name is Su Li, the rare male disciple of the Yu Shang Peak that has been passed down for thousands of years (since its establishment). When I was nine years old, my master brought back a junior sister for me. When I was ten years old, my master disappeared. On that day, I closed the book and looked very serious: "Miss, I see a dark mark on your forehead, a sign of imminent disaster!" If you, dear readers, think "Friend, Your Script is Really Good" is not bad, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and on Weibo!
203.76 Million words | 2022-03-05 10:01Update
One day in September, a beautiful girl descended from the sky and appeared in He Tianran's life. She said she was a reincarnator and she wanted to change the boy's future. As the butterfly flapped its wings, a gust of wind stirred in their hearts. And thus, a series of stories began to unfold, unsure whether they were meetings or reunions. Also known as "The Normalcy Turns Out to Be Me", "This Isn't the Love I Wanted".
174.27 Million words | 2020-10-23 00:47Update
The Heavenly Realm, with countless races standing tall, is full of exceptional talents. When a warrior is enraged, mountains and rivers crumble; when a king is angered, the heavens and earth tremble; when a saint is furious, all living beings are annihilated. A thousand years ago, Yun Chen, a peerless genius, mysteriously fell from grace in the Nine Heavens Grand World. A thousand years later, Yun Chen is reborn in the Heavenly Realm, regaining his past life's memories. With exceptional innate talent, he obtains the supreme heritage, cultivates unparalleled divine abilities, slaying the strong, extinguishing kings, and punishing saints. Eventually, he ascends to become the eternal Saint King of all ages.
115.33 Million words | 2021-04-14 20:21Update
As soon as he opened his eyes in the morning, Chenhao felt that the whole world was different! Because he noticed that the roof of his house was gone! "Sir, would you like a video crystal? I have newly recorded video crystals here, absolutely high-definition with sound! We have the most beautiful dark elves on the continent, and quite a few vampires too! What did you say? The bone race? Sir, please don't cause trouble!" [Newcomer, new book, I hope everyone can support it. I have created a book group myself!] The power levels of the bone race are categorized as: red → orange → yellow → green → blue → purple. The power levels of other races are: mortal → soldier → knight → general → monarch → king → emperor. These two sets of power levels are corresponding to each other. We have marked them here for the convenience of readers.
71.51 Million words | 2020-12-14 23:34Update
There are two sides of the world. One side is the fictional everyday world, the world in which we exist. The other side is the real world, where there are demons, ghosts, and strange things! A silver-haired girl named Kiriya, who is tired of fighting, just wants to stay at home every day and eat and drink, while occasionally having a playful exchange with the foul-mouthed little pink-haired loli in her family. But fate can be unpredictable. The peaceful daily life is shattered by a coin. Strange coins with various abilities start appearing around her, but she remains indifferent. Until... the appearance of a god! When the mundane life of a fish becomes chaotic due to the intervention of a deity, Kiriya's fist hardens. [I hope everyone will treat this as an anime.]
86.52 Million words | 2021-09-25 14:29Update
Warrior! It is to defend glory with life! Fearless of hardships, brave in battle, the most solid and reliable hero! When the world's rules encounter hardship, when humanity is trampled upon, warriors step forward, exposing their backs to companions, and standing at the forefront themselves! Rushing forward, unstoppable! Heaven goes left, but warriors go right!
127.00 Million words | 2023-03-02 20:29Update
After transmigrating into a harem cultivation novel, Lin Xiao became the villain's master brother in the Qinglan Sect! As long as he follows the original plot, being a disgusting villain is the path to becoming an immortal. However, Lin Xiao can't resist teasing the fourth junior sister, stealing the third junior sister's bra, and spiking the second junior sister's water with aphrodisiacs to fulfill his villainous duties. Finally, on the day when the male lead Ye Chen joins the sect, Lin Xiao is excited and ready to poison him. Following the plot, he expects to be caught by a few junior sisters and receive a beating from the male lead. But unexpectedly... Second junior sister: Big brother, you're too kind. This poison isn't enough! Watch this! Third junior sister: Kill Ye Chen, kidnap big brother! He's mine alone! Fourth junior sister: Kill everyone... create a world with only big brother! Beautiful female sect leader: Even poisoning from behind is so cute. Truly my obedient disciple. Lin Xiao: (⊙?⊙) Can't you just read the script? It's supposed to be me to be killed! (A lighthearted fantasy novel with reversed tropes. Don't like it, don't bash it.)
69.47 Million words | 2022-01-11 15:51Update
Not serious. This game is too realistic! How did my teammate's clothes disappear while fighting? What? Are you asking if this game is serious? Of course it's serious! Working as a laborer, running errands, picking up trash, delivering packages... You can experience all the hardships the company can offer, and here you can experience them to the extreme. Is there a game more realistic than this? Alright, enough talking. The great manager called me to do labor. The manager said, as long as we contribute our livers, he will be able to get a brand new power armor next month, and then we can explore new maps together and collect more trash in the vast wasteland! ... Serious. Chu Guang, who transmigrated to the wasteland world, discovered that he unlocked the shelter system, which allows him to summon creatures called "players" from his previous world. Since that day, the entire wasteland became not serious anymore.
534.77 Million words | 2022-08-19 13:17Update
Dear, it's time to take your medicine! The beautiful and pure saint brought the healing potion for your injuries. On this day, you witnessed betrayal with your own eyes and experienced despair in your soul... From this day forward, the hero is dead. Burn some paper for this occasion! w
212.85 Million words | 2023-04-04 10:22Update
Lu Changsheng is feeling very miserable. He travels through the immortal world, possessing the face of a protagonist. His temperament is extraordinary, and no woman can resist him for more than three seconds. When he breaks through a realm, it brings about heavenly phenomena. Reciting a poem can astound literati across the world. Even casually mentioning the Dao De Jing, Zhuangzi, or the Yellow Court Scripture, it causes a magnificent display of celestial lights and auspicious animals. Going out for an adventure, mounts appear without invitation, and every ten steps there is a treasure. However, under such circumstances, Lu Changsheng can't believe that he is mediocre in cultivation. This book is also known as "Clearly Having a Protagonist Setting, but Being a Cultivation Useless Waste," "Why am I so handsome, yet my cultivation is so trash, while you all are so ugly but have excellent cultivation," "I Don't Want to Live Another Day in Such a Handsome Life."
170.61 Million words | 2021-08-31 05:14Update
Arriving in a new world where steam industry thrives, inheriting the three-story apartment in the capital square of the kingdom, carrying someone else's cat, listening to the whispers in my ears, I am here to witness this mysterious and extraordinary era. The epic of the Sixth Era is about to begin, and behind the curtains, the chosen ones are about to step into legend. Old gods, relics, steam, witches, detectives, ancient secrets, the radiance of the era... "Do you want to play a game of Roden cards?" Time imprints memories, and the silver moon illuminates the shadows. I write legends for you, and you whisper poetry for me. (Also, there is a completed novel with five million words, with two updates per day without interruption. Updates at 6:50 am and 5:50 pm, guaranteed by the reputable Xianyu.
575.18 Million words | 2021-12-22 13:33Update
Standing before you is: the dark overseer and guardian, the disruptor and reshaper of order, the creator and oppressor of lapdogs, the master of tea art, the goddess of the night, the nightmare and grave digger of the gods, the true blood of the Castel family – Charlotte de Castel. Accompanied by madness, born from blood, hand in hand with curses, walking alongside destruction. This is a legend belonging to the bloodline...
120.36 Million words | 2021-01-27 15:36Update
After a great battle, the beautiful senior sister shyly lifted her face before you and slowly closed her eyes. At that moment, you... [Option one: gently kissed her lips. Reward: Thousand-leaf Strange Score (High-grade Earth-tier)] [Option two: kissed her forehead. Reward: Yin-Yang Twin-edge Sword (Low-grade Earth-tier)] [Option three: gave her a hug. Reward: Shadowy Treasure Scale (Mysterious-tier High-grade)] [Option four: said at the fastest pace possible, "Senior sister, what are you doing? Do you want to conquer me or something just because we fought together? It's a bit presumptuous to think of becoming a girlfriend after just fighting side by side. Oh, maybe I said something too harsh. Actually, I've always regarded you as a sister. I'm sorry." Reward: Random basic attribute points +] Hmm? This set of options is too simple, of course it's option four. Join the Full Subscription Book Club: (Screenshots of fan value are required) Before joining, send a screenshot for verification in the validation group.
259.51 Million words | 2022-07-28 01:09Update
This is a century shining with the brilliance of human civilization, a world where steam engines, magic, and demi-humans coexist. It is a tale of crimes committed in the pursuit of exploration. "The Crimson Dragon Queen rises first, reducing everything of humanity to ashes with her fury." "The enigmatic Child of the Sea will unleash enormous waves, erasing the sins of mankind." "The Sky God will leave no refuge for the remnants, no place to turn." "The undying witch composes their epitaphs with magic." "And I, will write the next chapter of a new world." Many years later, Fesher, who obtained the prophecy of destruction and the miraculous tool known as the "Guidebook for Demi-human Girls," hopes to be evaluated as the "Pioneer of Demi-human Academia," the "Savior of Human Civilization," the "Dove of Peace," and the "Messiah," rather than being called the one with the "woodcutter's knife," the "fragmented one," or the "fractional savior." w
251.27 Million words | 2023-04-09 15:53Update
【Do you find life boring?】【Do you want to experience a different life in another world?】【We have rich people, assassins, hunters, beggars, and countless other random identities for you to experience.】【Do you want to start the game now?】【Yes】【No】It's ridiculous that I, a law-abiding good person, would find life boring. Hei Ao sneered and chose 【Yes】.【Initializing system...】【Loading game...】【Welcome to Life Replica Game】【Loading beginner's mission, matching random life character for you.】【Match successful】- This is a law-abiding good person, starting countless life stories in a chaotic and insane replica world. (Confident)
283.75 Million words | 2023-01-27 21:27Update
Web novel update frenzy with exclusive bonus chapters, explosive updates, and free access. Doraemon, Grey Wolf, Mickey Mouse, Tom and Jerry, SpongeBob SquarePants, Madagascar's Penguins... Oh please, why are all these characters filling up my reward pool? Lol.
140.40 Million words | 2022-05-10 12:07Update
