the best american science fiction and fantasy 2016

The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2016: Exploring the Realm of Imagination

If you are a fan of science fiction and fantasy literature, then "The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy" anthology series is a must-read for you. This series, edited by John Joseph Adams, showcases some of the most exceptional works in the genre, providing readers with a doorway to the realms of imagination.

The year 2016 marked yet another groundbreaking installment of this beloved anthology. Packed with gripping stories, this collection transports readers to alternate universes, futuristic societies, and magical realms. Its pages are filled with tales that challenge our perception of reality, spark our sense of wonder, and deliver thought-provoking narratives.

One of the outstanding entries in "The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2016" is "The Great Detective" by Delia Sherman. In this mesmerizing story, Sherman takes us to an alternate Victorian-era London, where exclusively female 'great detectives' exist. Combining elements of mystery, adventure, and feminism, Sherman creates a compelling blend of genres that captivates readers from start to finish.

Another notable mention in this anthology is "Skullpocket" by Nathan Ballingrud. This dark and atmospheric tale explores a town haunted by ancient and sinister forces. It delves into the psychological depths of the characters, revealing the haunting consequences of their actions. Ballingrud's skillful storytelling and vivid imagery make "Skullpocket" a standout piece in the collection.

If you're curious about the authors behind these captivating stories, you'll be pleased to know that "The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2016" features a diverse range of talented writers. In addition to Delia Sherman and Nathan Ballingrud, the anthology includes contributions from renowned authors such as Karen Russell, T. C. Boyle, and Sofia Samatar, among others. Each writer brings their unique voice and storytelling prowess to this mesmerizing collection.

For those eager to explore more science fiction and fantasy works, there are numerous online platforms and bookstores where you can delve into this exciting genre. Websites like Goodreads and Tor.com provide a wealth of recommendations and discussions about the best science fiction and fantasy novels.

In conclusion, "The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2016" is a must-have for any fan of the genre. With its exceptional selection of stories, talented authors, and a fusion of science fiction and fantasy elements, this anthology promises to transport readers to new and extraordinary worlds. So grab a copy, prepare to be dazzled, and embark on an unforgettable journey through the power of imagination.
Go to the rooftop Fiction
Go to the rooftop

Borrowing from heaven for another five hundred years, forging me a celestial platform. The platform soars eighteen thousand zhang, step by step ascended without hesitation. One step from the celestial platform in the previous life, but one foot steps into the void. A story of revitalizing spirit and starting anew in this life. Stepping on auspicious clouds, enveloped in golden light, I am reborn, all for the sake of playing a grand game! Readers group, please provide the book title for verification. Welcome to join.

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The Grand Witch's Notebook Fiction
The Grand Witch's Notebook

The fate I step onto gradually guides me in the dark. The never-ending cycle of destiny, which I can no longer avoid. Yet, I must record this chess game, as the notes of becoming a witch.

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The downfall of the magical civilization. Fiction
The downfall of the magical civilization.

In this magical world, it seems that there is no invasion from the magical beings disturbing the peaceful lives of humans. One ordinary person, deceived by their father's actions, and another ordinary person taken in as a student by a dubious mage, become friends with a genius. As they grow, they gradually uncover their teacher's scheme and unravel the mysterious secrets of this continent. They strongly suppress their feelings and face an unpredictable future, where the art of magic

484.63 Million words | 2022-05-05 04:17Update

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Sword Immortal System Fiction
Sword Immortal System

After crossing over, it was essential to have a system. However, Ye Ming felt immense pressure. Main mission of the system: Choose a starting point and expand influence until standing at the top of this world. Mission failure: Elimination! With no other choice, Ye Ming gritted his teeth and began his struggle... Since I'm here, I might as well make the best of it. Although I am just a scholar, I hold a sword in my hand. With this sword alone, I can traverse the entire world and make it submit under my feet! P.S. I noticed someone asking about a group, so I created one. Group ID: [insert ID here]. Everyone is welcome to join!!!

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I am truly a martial arts master. Fiction
I am truly a martial arts master.

Wang Chan, who had always dreamed of becoming a master in the martial arts world, found himself crossing over into a world where strength reigned supreme. To his disappointment, he became a menial disciple in the Shaolin Temple. "I want to drink, I want to eat meat, and I want beautiful women!" Wang Chan muttered, questioning his life choices. Just when he was starting to lose hope, he discovered that the jade cicada pendant he was wearing could transport him to a martial arts world dominated by "Jin Gu Huang." Laughing heartily, Wang Chan looked up and exclaimed, "The day of transformation has finally come!" On a solitary mountain, Wang Chan watched as a sleazy Taoist covered the eyes of a woman in white with a piece of blue cloth. Suddenly, a brick appeared in Wang Chan's hand. And so, the story begins here.

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Proudly overlook the darkness Fiction
Proudly overlook the darkness

Kindness is synonymous with weakness, sympathy is a sedative for the defeated, cruelty is inherent to human nature, and darkness breeds within the depths of light.

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Dragon and Angel Fiction
Dragon and Angel

The fearsome dread of the demon dragon is likened to a natural disaster, while the angel, revered by all creatures and born of the fusion of two bloodlines, assumes the role of a guardian for the princess as a transfer student to the academy. In truth, this is for the execution of missions beyond the reach of the orthodox military, serving as a member of a special forces unit

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The Sword God of the Nine Heavens. Fiction
The Sword God of the Nine Heavens.

Only after experiencing the hellish trials can one cultivate the power to create paradise; only with fingers that have bled can one play the most beautiful melody in the world. Young Lord Lin was reigning when his father and elders were killed, his wife betrayed him, and his meridians destroyed, being trapped in a cage ... But a true king shall never be defeated by adversity, but battle onward with greater strength. He restored his meridians, obtained precious treasures, honed his skills, slaughtered his enemies, and exterminated demons to make peace in the world. The loser will eventually rise up, and the king will ultimately conquer the heavens. All of this is in "Nine Heavens Sword God".

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God of War: Devouring the Heavens Fiction
God of War: Devouring the Heavens

Duan Chen, once seen as a talented prodigy by everyone, was held back at the age of twelve due to his meridians, becoming the target of constant bullying. In the midst of despair, his fate changed forever with the appearance of a light mark... Heavenly scriptures, divine artifacts, what

494.57 Million words | 2020-08-26 01:02Update

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Prison Break Fiction
Prison Break

Superior wit unravels mysterious cases, ingenuity reveals wrongful imprisonment. A modern forensic expert traverses to the end of the Southern Song Dynasty, where the upper class revels in luxury while the lower class faces hardship. In a turbulent and unsettled world, he encounters endless murders and bizarre incidents, where human lives are as worthless as weeds. Fate is like a sword, eager to be tested and demonstrated!

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Witchcraft Master Fiction
Witchcraft Master

A world without gods. A world where wizards hold the rules. A world on the brink of other dimensions, coveted by greedy eyes. A world of survival of the fittest, darkness, bloodshed, and ever-changing wonders. Armed with a biological chip equipped with analysis and recording functions, a journey of genetic modification and surpassing all limits begins. A fantasy novel that tells the story of an ordinary person with a genetic chip crossing into a different world. No heaven-defying abilities, no irresistible charm that makes everyone fall for them. No power that makes enemies tremble and subordinates bow. In this mysterious and eerie world, the most challenging problem is simply survival! The third book by author Lao Wu, guaranteed to be completed!

441.32 Million words | 2021-09-22 12:56Update

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The Invincible Heavenly Overlord Sweeping Across the Otherworld Fiction
The Invincible Heavenly Overlord Sweeping Across the Otherworld

Master the divine sword, cultivate divine skills, constantly surpass oneself for the sake of unwavering beliefs. Battle formidable enemies, battle godlike demons, even defy the heavens with sheer strength! Invincible combat techniques, in the land of wind and clouds, who will rise or fall? The new book "Undying Martial Emperor" begins, attached with http://www.k.com/book/.html group number.

488.03 Million words | 2021-12-25 13:17Update

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Zhenjie of the Formation Dao. Fiction
Zhenjie of the Formation Dao.

Su Qi, who was transported to the Su Family, the top family in the Central Flowing Tassel City, became the eldest son of the family. Before Su Qi crossed over, he had made a few rivals. The first one was Zhuge Li, a young master from a small family, who was turned into a vegetative state by Su Qi. When he woke up, he discovered a sword spirit called "Zhuxian" within him, which made it extraordinarily easy for him to learn any sword technique. The second one was Su Qi's little brother, Li Xunhuan, whose sister was taken as a servant by Su Qi. Li Xunhuan

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Eternal Demon of Heaven Fiction
Eternal Demon of Heaven

Young Yun Shu, with extraordinary talents, had been unable to cultivate for ten years due to a strange illness, enduring endless humiliation. On the eve of being expelled from the sect, he unexpectedly picked up a broken world in a decade-long dream. In this world, there were inexhaustible spiritual herbs, inexhaustible precious ores, and even a corpse that looked exactly like him, carrying invaluable treasures. With this endless opportunity, Yun Shu embarked on a path that shocked the world. Against the heavens, rewriting reincarnation, remaking the universe, watch as I become the eternal Heavenly Demon!

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Spirit of the Wanderer Fiction
Spirit of the Wanderer

A world tainted by pollution, a world filled with necromancy spells. People blinded by false memories, and others striving to uncover the truth. A young man, Luoxue, with a fragmented soul, made a small wish in this world.

339.30 Million words | 2022-06-19 04:43Update

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Soul of Battle Fiction
Soul of Battle

(Read the full text for free on the date) Once a powerful individual, he traveled to the world of soul beasts in Doulinghun Continent due to a mysterious map related to the secrets of the gods. However, after crossing over, he found himself in a desperate situation because the awakened soul beast was the lowest-ranked pig in the Doulinghun Continent. Now, let's see how the protagonist, with the help of a more mysterious little spirit, gradually unlocks the magic curse, unravels the secrets of the gods, and becomes unrivalled in the Nine Heavens. Upgrade System: Phantom Beast Master, Earth Beast General, Celestial Beast Immortal, Profound Beast Sect, Reversed Beast King, Battle Beast Emperor, Second Realm Soul Saint, Third Realm Soul Venerable, Fourth Realm Soul Emperor, Fifth Realm Soul Master, Sixth Realm Soul God, Seventh Realm Soul Ancestor. **** New book, "Hongmeng Holy King," has been released ten thousand times, welcoming both new and old readers. Book number: ****

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The Legend of the Divine Spirit in the Wilderness Fiction
The Legend of the Divine Spirit in the Wilderness

A mysterious Soul-sealing Mark resurrected Nie Yun after his death, granting him the ability to plunder the bloodlines of countless souls. With the aid of the ancient manuscript "The Ancient Azure Dragon's Whirlwind," he cultivated immense power, unraveling the epic battles of antiquity, the origins of primordial bloodlines, and the ancient roots of divinity, all unfolding like a magnificent tapestry. Spanning across myriad realms,

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Corpse Infestation Fiction
Corpse Infestation

The power of heaven is unpredictable, why not test it with your own body? The human heart is mysterious, why not manipulate and deceive the masses?...

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The Legend of Nine Dragons and Demons Fiction
The Legend of Nine Dragons and Demons

Transmigrating to a parallel world, inheriting the Nine Dragon's Black Stone, acquiring the ultimate divine and demonic technique, possessing unparalleled talent, cultivating gods and refining demons, experiencing love, hate, and complicated relationships, encountering monsters and demons. In this lifetime, I, Qin Feng, am determined to embark on the pinnacle of martial arts, achieve the status of the ultimate divine and demonic, and ascend to the supreme throne. I wield the sun, moon, stars, and galaxies with my hands, stride across the heavens and earth with my feet. I am the ruler of the six realms. -------------- With passionate cultivation, flirting with women, slaying monsters, and embarking on thrilling adventures, all can be found in the Nine Dragon's Divine and Demonic Chronicle. Welcome everyone to read and please support by bookmarking.

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Soul Repair Chronicles Fiction
Soul Repair Chronicles

[Four Contracted Works from Zongheng Novel Website] This is a world where strength reigns supreme! The awakening of an unexpectedly powerful martial soul has destined him for an extraordinary life! Roaming the parallel realms, he stands unrivaled! Join the Soul Cultivation Memo group! The old thief is just hanging out there, feel free to chat! Author, please don't enter, it's awkward!

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