Title: Embracing Life as a Supporting Character: Finding Inspiration in Novels Introduction: In the vast landscape of literature, there exists a multitude of novels that capture the essence of living as a supporting character. These stories delve deep into the lives of those who might not always be in the limelight, yet play an integral role in shaping the narrative. If you find yourself resonating with these characters and seeking solace in their experiences, then this article is the perfect guide to explore the world of supporting roles in novels. From timeless classics to contemporary masterpieces, we will unveil a treasure trove of recommended novels, esteemed authors, and platforms to satiate your literary cravings. 1. Novels Celebrating Supporting Characters: 1.1 "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society" by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows: Set in post-World War II England, this novel reveals the heartwarming story of Juliet Ashton, a writer who becomes captivated by the lives of the supporting characters she encounters while researching a book. 1.2 "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett: Be transported to 1960s Mississippi, where a group of black maids courageously share their stories with aspiring writer Skeeter Phelan, illuminating the struggles and triumphs of supporting characters during the Civil Rights Movement. 1.3 "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens: Dive into the classic world of Pip, the humble orphan whose life intertwines with a fascinating cast of supporting characters, including the enigmatic Miss Havisham and the eccentric convict, Magwitch. 2. Noteworthy Authors: 2.1 Jane Austen: Known for her keen observations of society, Austen brings supporting characters to life in her novels such as "Pride and Prejudice" and "Sense and Sensibility," where they navigate the intricacies of love, friendship, and societal expectations. 2.2 J.K. Rowling: Beyond the beloved tale of Harry Potter, Rowling shines a light on memorable supporting characters, showcasing their personal growth and struggles. Explore the courageous friendship of Hermione Granger or the unlikely heroism of Neville Longbottom. 2.3 Harper Lee: In the Pulitzer Prize-winning "To Kill a Mockingbird," Lee paints a vivid picture of the supporting characters surrounding Scout Finch as they face racial injustice, challenging the status quo in 1930s Alabama. 3. Online Platforms for Book Lovers: 3.1 Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): Join a vibrant community of readers, track your reading progress, and find personalized recommendations based on your literary preferences. Discover new novels featuring supporting characters through user-generated book lists and reviews. 3.2 Book Riot (www.bookriot.com): Immerse yourself in this online platform, dedicated to all things book-related. From fascinating articles and bookish news to thought-provoking podcasts, Book Riot celebrates the wonders of literature, including novels spotlighting supporting roles. 3.3 Literary Hub (www.lithub.com): Delve into the world of contemporary literature with Literary Hub. Uncover thought-provoking essays, author interviews, and curated book recommendations, perfect for exploring the realms of supporting characters in novels. Conclusion: Life is not always about being the protagonist; there is immense beauty and insight to be found in the stories of supporting characters. Through the pages of novels, these characters come alive, providing inspiration, empathy, and valuable life lessons. As you embark on this literary journey, embrace the opportunity to discover captivating novels, remarkable authors, and engaging platforms that cater to your love for the supporting roles in life's grand narrative.
This is a story about a cunning woman who uses all her tricks to seduce a wealthy and handsome man, eventually marrying into a wealthy family. The female lead definitely saves the entire dynasty and wins the ancient lottery.
308.28 Million words | 2021-11-04 11:10Update
In the world, the distinction between good and evil lies not in techniques, but in people. Years ago, Su Chunfeng, the most likely prodigious sorcerer to touch the realm of "purity," was ambushed and severely injured. He received the terrible news of his parents' death, plunging him into madness. However, through a fortuitous twist of fate, his powerful soul transcends time and space and is reborn back to his middle school days. In this life, he desires nothing but a peaceful and plain existence. But wherever there are people, there is a rivers and lakes. In his previous life, as a top sorcerer, he knew very well that countless extraordinary individuals actually live among us...
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A normal young man who was implicated and killed due to his sister's extraordinary abilities, begins a new life after being reborn in a parallel space. It is the journey of a true antagonist boss's growth. In the previous life, he was ordinary and powerless to resist, but in this life, he awaits the moment of turning things around. Also, the True Sword Group is open for VIP members. Welcome to join. Feel free to share your thoughts and opinions for discussion. The mysterious journey of a new book has already been released. If interested, you're welcome to take a look.
150.49 Million words | 2021-06-23 22:08Update
Xu Qing was an ordinary and impulsive young man. An extraordinary encounter granted him a pair of mystical perspectual eyes, and from then on, his life underwent incredible changes. Wealth became easily attainable, and he emerged as a gambling champion, with amorous encounters following one after another...
537.41 Million words | 2021-09-14 04:57Update
My name is Zhang Hailong, and I am studying at a third-tier university in Guangzhou. I major in Tuina therapy. Tuina therapy is popular in the healthcare industry everywhere, so it is easy for me to find a job since there is always demand for it.
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After the battle between gods and demons, the fairy realm suffered a great loss of vitality. The fighting among the gods wreaked havoc on the fairy farmers, who were forced to participate and suffered heavy losses. As a result, many fairy fields were left uncultivated, causing the fairy realm to decline. The heavenly beings came up with a plan and presented it to the Jade Emperor through the reporting of the White Star. They proposed to transfer the fairy fields to the mortal world and establish experimental fields, selecting suitable farmers from the mortal realm to cultivate and manage the fairy fields in the fairy realm. The spiritual spring water of the fairies created miracles and gave birth to magical seeds. The golden grain grown in the fields, when consumed by mortals, prolonged their lives. The wine brewed from the magical grain could heal illnesses and eliminate calamities, strengthening the body. The chickens, ducks, fish, and shrimp raised on the magical grain became stronger, making men more muscular and women more beautiful... Sun Fugui made a fortune farming in the fairy realm, becoming the most exceptional farmer in the world.
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As a good-looking Beta with a decent family background, Duan Jiayan had been living a smooth and comfortable life for over a decade, until he met Lu Xingci in high school. Lu Xingci came from a better family, was taller than him, played basketball better than him, and left Duan Jiayan far behind in terms of academics. Even Duan Jiayan's group of friends couldn't help but occasionally praise Lu Xingci. Most importantly, the girl Duan Jiayan had set his sights on admitted that she had been in love with the school heartthrob Lu Xingci for years.
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Zhao Ziqiang, who was enrolled in the military and determined to become an immortal, is reincarnated in the body of a chicken raiser. He couldn't escape the worldly disturbances and embarked on a desperate journey to protect flowers, swearing to never turn back. (Check out my new book, "Floating Pagoda" - guaranteed quality. For readers who crave satisfying stories, be sure to read my completed works "City of Doom" and "Walking Dead", absolute masterpieces!)
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Summoned by Louise to the world of Zero no Tsukaima, I won't let any of the many beautiful girls slip away.
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A certain otaku obtained three lottery chances from the God of Transmigration. With incredible luck, he drew an E-rank skin, an A-rank skill, and an S-rank talent. According to the "Law of Conservation of Ability Danger," he was sent into the Naruto world. Assuming that a cell can extract joules of energy per unit of time, a ninja has a billion cells on average. The average mental power is x, and each C-rank ninjutsu consumes y chakra, which can be converted into z^2 joules. The consumption of mental power is w. The mental power and cell energy of a ninja can recover m% per hour. Now, please answer the following questions: Why is the First Hokage not quick-witted? Why is Madara Uchiha crazily in love? Why is Rock Lee always positive? Why does Naruto have the most powerful Mouth-Style Jutsu? How can Tsunade maintain her youthfulness? This is a story attempting to solve the mysteries of the Naruto world using scientific methods. (I'm just as confused as you.)
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The Female Celebrity's Personal Bodyguard, Ye Chen, is a legendary figure in the four major military districts. He is the youngest ace in the military but was forced to retire due to a violation of disciplinary rules. With the great dream of earning money to marry a wife, Ye Chen becomes a female celebrity's personal bodyguard, and ever since then, his fortunes keep improving... He has an underground romance with the female celebrity, a passionate entanglement with a beautiful agent, and captures the heart of a business queen. Though not an artist, he sets the entertainment industry ablaze! —— From the Book Club "Godly Men's Legion": Everyone is welcome to join. Author: I am the Great God
253.65 Million words | 2020-07-11 13:17Update
Feng Yuheng, a top-notch doctor skilled in both Western and traditional Chinese medicine, and a high-ranking medical officer in the land force, transmigrated into the legitimate daughter of the Feng family during the Great Shun Dynasty with a loud "duang" sound. Unfortunately, her father is indifferent, her grandmother doesn't love her, her mother is weak, her younger brother is still young, and her sisters are ruthless. After transmigrating, she can no longer be as weak as the original owner! Want to challenge me? I'll whip you until you're toothless! Want to fight with me? I'll dissect you with a surgical knife! Want to play dirty tricks? I'll paralyze you with a single needle! Want to kill me and shut me up? I'll tear your chest open with my claws! This weak woman, who everyone can bully, transforms into a highly sought-after figure in the Great Shun Dynasty, opening a hospital with the Emperor and winning over the hearts and fortunes of the world. But what's the deal with the marriage contract with that damn Crown Prince? And what's this about you, the disfigured cripple? You want me to help you conquer the world after pushing me against the wall? Who would give you the world after you've already conquered it! Rogue Prince, are you stupid or what?
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That year... Zhou Yang, an honest person who had just obtained his driver's license, crashed into the camera of the Grass Stage Troupe film crew. With no money to his name, he could only sell himself to the crew and work odd jobs. He originally thought that he would regain his freedom once the film was finished. However!!! When the fraudulent director ran away with the assistant director, and he was almost mistaken as their accomplice by the tall and beautiful investor, Zhou Yang was dumbfounded. "Me, take charge? What can I possibly do?" "Heavens, I studied electronic information technology. I'm just a wireman, I know nothing about making movies..." "..."
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"I must indulge in extravagance, otherwise, it would be a waste of my parents' hard-earned talent, wouldn't it?" Hong Dali said in front of the recording of the interview. As soon as the interview was over, Hong Dali pulled up the interface of the "Grand Extravagance System" and looked at all kinds of good things on it. He rubbed his chin and muttered, "If I spend another two trillion, I can exchange it for the design blueprint of the 'Elimination Engine,' the core technology of the most powerful humanoid battle suit. It looks like I'll have to work harder!" "I want to squander! I want to indulge!"
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He is the martial arts grandmaster of Wei Zhen International, his martial arts are divine, killing a person within ten steps; he is the elegant connoisseur of antiques, gambling on stones and appreciating paintings, his collection is enough to rival a nation's wealth; he is the renowned master of the mysterious sect, capable of divining feng shui, skilled at discerning good and bad luck, earning equal respect from the Buddhist and Taoist schools. He is also a divine healer, the king of reconnaissance, an investment genius. He is Zhang Jun, who, by a fortunate coincidence, obtained the Buddha's eyeball relic, and since then, he has traversed the world, indulging in the beauty of countless women, towering above all!
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Original title "Book Fragrance" Jiang Sumei weighed her identity as an orphan. She thought to herself that her future husband would at best be the illegitimate son of a wealthy family or the legitimate son of a small household. Noble family? She shouldn't have much to do with them... Although she had a refined and elegant handwriting. Completed novel: The Long Journey of Chasing a Wife. Xiao Jiu's column is seeking sponsorship!
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Growing up is always a troublesome proposition. Sometimes, it happens slowly, like a babbling brook, singing its gentle song as it meanders along. Other times, it comes crashing down like a sudden downpour, soaking everything in its path. Three children experience an unexpected coming-of-age through a series of unjust events in their small town—pain and confusion, sadness and anger, but also warmth and inspiration. This is a timeless tale of love and true understanding. "To Kill a Mockingbird" won the Pulitzer Prize and is one of the most borrowed books in American libraries and beloved novels by British teenagers. It is recommended reading in American high schools. The film adaptation of the novel won three Academy Awards. In the American Film Institute's list of "Greatest Screen Heroes and Villains," Atticus Finch, portrayed by Gregory Peck, holds the esteemed position of the number one hero. As one of the most beloved novels of all time, "To Kill a Mockingbird" has earned a prestigious reputation. It has won the Pulitzer Prize, been translated into over forty languages, sold over thirty million copies worldwide, and was made into a popular film.
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Tao Tao has transformed into Yang Peimin from the 1970s. The spoiled and domineering original host is still the princess of the family, with parents doting on her brother and sister-in-law and even her younger sister dare not raise her voice to her. It is not an exaggeration to say that she expects everything to be done for her. It's all because she has a special skill - she falls ill at the mere mention of doing chores or when scolded. She is known throughout the village as a lazy girl. Whenever someone mentions her as a potential daughter-in-law, they shake their heads and wave their hands, saying she has too many flaws despite her good looks. She is not worth marrying! It can be predicted that her future marriage prospects will be very difficult. So, is this a good or bad hand for Tao Tao, who has just arrived? It wasn't until someone saw certain shining qualities beneath her tarnished reputation that things took a turn. Hmm, this person is worth training.
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The protagonist, burdened with a huge debt and a failed marriage, fights back and starts a divorce. Ambiguity brings luck, gambling sets the path, leading him on an extraordinary journey of self-redemption. In this context, "gambling" refers to single-match football betting on major websites, please do not misunderstand. Reading is like tasting tea, and this cup of tea will leave you with endless memories and a knowing smile. The book has already entered its prime and is impossible to put down. Come on, let's...
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