Speculative fiction is a genre that encompasses a range of imaginative and thought-provoking literature. This term refers to works of fiction that explore alternative realities, futuristic concepts, or hypothetical scenarios that diverge from our current reality. It is a broad category that includes elements of science fiction, fantasy, dystopian fiction, and even horror. One popular example of speculative fiction is the remarkable novel "1984" written by George Orwell. This dystopian masterpiece presents a chilling vision of a totalitarian society controlled by a surveillance state. Orwell's haunting portrayal of a future where individuality is suppressed and government control is absolute continues to captivate readers to this day. Another notable speculative fiction novel is "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood. Set in a near-future version of the United States, this feminist dystopia addresses themes of reproductive rights, gender inequality, and authoritarianism. Atwood's insightful and provocative storytelling has earned her acclaim and a devoted following. If you are interested in exploring more speculative fiction novels, you can also consider reading "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley or "Neuromancer" by William Gibson. These influential works have had a significant impact on the genre and are highly regarded by both critics and readers alike. If you're looking to dive deeper into the world of speculative fiction, there are several websites and online communities that can provide recommendations and resources. Goodreads, a popular book recommendation site, has dedicated sections for science fiction, fantasy, and dystopian fiction where you can discover new reads based on your interests. Another website, Tor.com, offers insightful articles, reviews, and discussions about speculative fiction, making it a great spot for fans of the genre. In conclusion, speculative fiction is a captivating genre that pushes the boundaries of our imagination, exploring alternative realities and raising thought-provoking questions. Whether you enjoy science fiction, fantasy, or dystopian fiction, there are numerous novels and authors to explore within this expansive genre. So, grab a book, let your mind wander, and embark on a thrilling journey into the realm of speculative fiction.
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476.48 Million words | 2023-05-23 03:53Update
Two mysterious stone plates trigger a strange illness, tormenting the Zheng family for thirty years. The appearance of a book provides the first clue. The missing father, the bizarre corpse in the underground chamber, the mysterious thief appearing at midnight - all compel the descendants of the Zheng family and hikers to embark on a challenging journey of exploration and solving riddles. The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, a virgin land far from the hustle and bustle, holds unknown mystical legends. What secrets lie behind the mysterious and eerie cave ruins deep in the Bayan Har Mountains, the ancient village hidden beneath the lake, and the underground river flowing for 25,000 miles? Why did the continent of Atlantis sink, and what caused the downfall of the Maya civilization? Who built the Egyptian pyramids? What mysteries are concealed within the dreadful Gates of Kunlun, the Bermuda Triangle, and the Naples Death Valley? All the answers can be found in Plateau Code. If you enjoy Plateau Code, don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ group and on Weibo!
482.30 Million words | 2023-05-22 20:53Update
When the world is filled with zombies, how should the living survive? To stay alive, rely on oneself! Transforming into an immortal cockroach, Small Strong strives to survive in the cracks of the apocalypse until the cracks can no longer accommodate him. For the sake of survival, the cockroach is extraordinarily strong. The war has begun, and the cockroach's slogan resounds even louder: Don't talk to me about human rights, don't talk to me about laws, and definitely don't talk to me about emotions! In the apocalypse, watch me be arrogant!
517.16 Million words | 2023-05-22 10:05Update
On that day, the sky shimmered with red light. In that moment, billions of people lost their familiar living environment. In that second, they arrived in a primitive new world. All of humanity crossed over to a strange new world, where they were thrown back into savagery, stripped of their proud technology. As fragile as a young shoot, they faced ruthless beasts hunting them and the greed of their own kind. The endless slaughter quickly dwindled the population of billions. Yet Lin Yue, who had lived in the new world for ten years, was reborn to the day before the great crossing. Prepared as he was, he was bound to unleash a bloody storm. From small collectives to villages, then towns, and eventually nations, Lin Yue led his people, developing and rising step by step. For those who enjoy this book, you are welcome to join.
192.93 Million words | 2023-05-22 09:45Update
After the apocalypse, Wang Jin, who inherited the Zerg legacy from StarCraft, begins to rise! The clash of the Zerg and the Corpse Sea! The showdown between the Zerg and the Mutant Beasts! The confrontation between the Zerg and the Metal Tide! This is the stage for the ambitious, the paradise for the strong, and the hell for the weak. It is the domain of Wang Jin...
345.59 Million words | 2023-05-22 08:15Update
Lu Yang was originally a small courier who happened to come across a magical base vehicle that could shuttle between the apocalypse and the real world. From then on, the buried ambition in his heart ignited. Diamonds are worthless? Gold turned into garbage? A bag of rice can exchange for a beautiful woman, or perhaps a maid? Damn it! Are you sure this isn't a dream? This world is desolate, broken, and bloody. For ordinary people, this is hell, but for Lu Yang, it is heaven. Everything is determined by strength! Gold, gemstones, black technology, global influence, they are all mine! What? You don't accept it? With three million armed forces, I can crush you into powder in minutes. Superheroes, peacekeeping infantry, the Apocalypse tanks, century bombers, general battleships, super fortresses... Sigma coordinators, proton impact cannons, super freeze devices, space mech factories... The world is too small, it cannot contain me! [This book is based on Red Alert and is purely for entertainment purposes. Please do not take the data too seriously.]
173.45 Million words | 2023-05-21 19:19Update
Qi Kekes's biggest dream is to live a carefree life, but when her dream is about to come true, an accident sends her back in time to a novel. She finds herself in the body of a cannon fodder character, a lowly noble who is destined for a tragic end. Determined to make the best of her situation, Qi Kekes decides to enjoy the unexpected journey and avoid getting entangled with the male lead. Little does she know that her plans will be turned upside down...
25.97 Million words | 2023-05-21 14:27Update
Apocalyptic events unfolded and turned the world upside down. However, things didn't go as expected. Humans shrank to a mere three inches tall, while animals remained unaffected and gained intelligence comparable to humans. As a result, human civilization suffered a devastating blow, and obedient pet cats and dogs began to turn against their former masters, treating humans as food and slaves. Intelligence was no longer exclusive to humans. Once at the top of the food chain, humans became the lowest of the low, even subjected to the bullying of rodents and insects, not to mention the more ferocious lions, tigers, wolves, and leopards... In this post-apocalyptic world, the protagonist strives to become the strongest creature on Earth...
36.10 Million words | 2023-05-20 22:07Update
Rather than relying on talent scouts, as a manager, Qizi Yuan prefers to find promising talents himself. A friend's request leads a talented young musician to forcefully enter his life, shining bright but, unfortunately... he has an illness. Qizi Yuan: An extraordinary intelligence is actually considered an illness? Jin Ze: Well, it's Asperger's syndrome. Qizi Yuan:... You seem to be intentionally teasing me.
351.77 Million words | 2023-05-20 20:51Update
Three years ago, she fell deeply in love with a man named Yan Haoyu. But a night of indulgence resulted in him leaving her alone and flying to a foreign country. Three years later, they meet again in a bar. He is still the aloof third young master of the Yan family, while she has long severed ties with them. Yan Shanshan tries to escape, but is firmly held back by Yan Haoyu. 'I don't know you, sir,' Yan Shanshan says. 'I am your guardian,' Yan Haoyu calmly responds. 'I'm sorry, but I am of legal age now,' Yan Shanshan says. 'Then let me be the guardian of your child,' Yan Haoyu suggests. 'Yan Haoyu, how can you be so shameless?' Yan Haoyu raises his eyebrows and chuckles. If being shameless can win him his wife, he can still be a bit more shameless! The entire city knows that Yan Shao, the CEO of Shengshi Group, is a decisive and cold-hearted king. But in the business world of Jiangcheng, a saying is passed down: it's better to offend the cold-faced king than to offend Yan Shanshan, who holds a special place in his heart.
497.11 Million words | 2023-05-20 12:34Update
When you see a female corpse crawling out of the car wreckage at the scene of an accident and then bite the man standing nearby, your first instinct is what? Unfortunately, as a police officer, he witnessed all of this with his own eyes, but no one believes him. They all call him crazy! He was then assigned to the miscellaneous affairs department, only to realize that it was not an ordinary department, but a mysterious office called the Special Cases Division. It is specifically responsible for dealing with so-called haunted events. Here, all ghost stories are not fake, but truly happening in reality. Let's see how he becomes a member of this division and unravels the secrets behind these supernatural events. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ pure horror and supernatural genre Group for book lovers to discuss.
588.57 Million words | 2023-05-19 11:30Update
Brushing the cutting-edge technology, profiting from the most lucrative industry, becoming the most high-profile billionaire, driving the most advanced sports car, living in the most luxurious house, sleeping with the most beautiful women, establishing the most mysterious organization, playing pranks on the most powerful countries, assuming the most transcendent profession, and dominating the most enigmatic world. The above is the essence of this book. PS: The early stage combines urban life with black technology, while the middle and later stages venture into the realm of distant future science fiction.
553.46 Million words | 2023-05-18 16:15Update
Vacation time travel, awesome! Ended up in a countryside, enjoying it! Bought a steamed bun, what a surprise! Parents fighting, unlucky! A highly acclaimed international jewelry designer, took a nap on vacation and woke up in a different era. No special abilities, no cheats, and no memories from the past life, just carrying a steamed bun. Turns out, it was all a fake. I had to leave the family on the fifth day of time travel, it's really frustrating. But as a modern girl in a new era, I can eat, play, and even flirt with various handsome guys. Don't underestimate me just because I have a "dragging oil bottle" with me, I'm still a hot mom. Hey, you, young man, get out of my way. I'm not falling for your
332.30 Million words | 2023-05-18 03:42Update
Hidden deep within the ancient forests, there are numerous taboos. It is said that wild ginseng only grows after being nourished by the essence of the earth for a long time, making it extremely valuable. Thus, a mysterious profession emerged, known as the 'Ginseng Enthusiast'. PS: (For readers unfamiliar with the protagonist's backstory, refer to the end of Volume 2 of the completed novel 'Feigned Death', to learn more).
592.14 Million words | 2023-05-18 03:40Update
Novel Title: System Chat Group: Starting with an SSS-level Novice Gift Pack In the year when the spiritual energy of Blue Star was revitalized, Yu Qingfeng crossed over to this world. He awakened the System Chat Group, which granted him the ability to use any system within the group! Ability Lottery System: Choose me, the group leader, and I will give you an S or SS-level ability from the novice gift pack! Tycoon System: Choose me, the group leader, and for every amount you spend, you will receive a hundredfold return! Spending Makes You Strong System: Choose me, the group leader, and every time you spend, you will become stronger! Invincible Passive System: Choose me, the group leader, and by selecting me, you will gain invincibility passively! Curse System: Host, choose me, and I will help you curse others! Role-playing System: Get lost, you little shit! Until the host chooses me, don't call them the host! They should choose me first! Multiple Systems: Host! Many years later, in an invincible world, Yu Qingfeng couldn't help but fall into contemplation when he saw the countless unused systems in the group! (Note: "w" is an internet slang that depicts laughter)
505.72 Million words | 2023-05-18 01:38Update
★★Su Jin, an adopted daughter of the Su family, fell in love with her older brother Su Mu Bai during her best years. At first, he promised, "We will get married after you graduate from college." But later, he married someone else. Afterwards, she busied herself with blind dates, trying to enter an ordinary marriage with a dead heart. Jin Heng Yuan, her Nth blind date, had a cold and stern appearance. During their first meeting, she tried to scare him away, saying, "If you think it's suitable, let's register tomorrow!" He calmly smiled and replied, "I have a business trip tomorrow, so let's register in the afternoon!" In the afternoon, she became his wife. ★ She was a quiet woman, not arguing or making noise. She said it didn't matter if they didn't have a house. She suggested splitting the bill when eating. She insisted on sleeping in separate beds. She turned a blind eye to women who pursued him and calmly endured when his daughter stuck to him. They had a hidden marriage, and she didn't care if nobody knew they were a couple. When she was implicated and taken to the police station, he came to protect her. Unable to tolerate it any longer, she angrily scolded him, "Why do you have to be so stubborn? When something happened, you didn't even bother calling me. Did you think I was dead?" She angrily retorted, "Jin Heng Yuan, do you even consider me as your wife? If you did, why did you choose a hidden marriage!" His anger turned into a smile. Finally, he knew she was angry. This love story was no longer his one-man show. ★ Small theater: "Jin Heng Yuan, I want a divorce!" "Reason!" "You lied to me!" "How did I lie to you?" "You're clearly a lawyer. Since when did you become a errand boy?" "Isn't it the lawyer's duty to run errands for clients? I handle all kinds of miscellaneous cases. Isn't that being an errand boy?" "..." Damn it, how did she end up marrying such a lawyer who loved to bully people. ★ This is a warm and healing romance novel. Dear readers, if you like it, remember to bookmark it!
334.70 Million words | 2023-05-18 01:23Update
A pitiful weirdo, a cold and arrogant beauty, married the wrong person and endured his domination every night. At first: Get over here and warm my bed! Honestly, lie down and hatch eggs for me! Later on: I want to hear you call me "husband" with your own mouth. Darling, I still want... Loving food, beauty, and hibernation, cold, arrogant, conflicted, and crazy. He assisted him in becoming a supreme being in the Nine Heavens, obsessed with love for a lifetime. He searched for him in the Azure Land and Yellow Springs, traversing countless years without equal. He held his hand and pressed it against his hidden heat beneath his waist: I've guarded this place for you for three hundred years. He kissed his emerald green pupils: Heaven
316.98 Million words | 2023-05-17 05:43Update
Emperor Qianlong - the Radiant Debut by Ermu He.
162.05 Million words | 2023-05-15 03:48Update
Yu You'an is currently the Director of the Cultural Bureau of Nanzhou City. He works diligently, but he also has a high opinion of himself and is not satisfied with his current position. He has a strong desire for promotion. One day, the Secretary of the Nanzhou City Party Committee and the Minister of the Organization Department were both investigated for selling official positions, causing a major earthquake in the political scene of Nanzhou. A complete reshuffling of the city leadership is inevitable. At this time, Yu You'an notices that his colleagues are all pursuing promotions, and he can no longer resist the temptation to embark on his own journey of seeking higher positions. However, his initial attempts are not successful, and he encounters one bureaucratic accident after another. With the guidance of a mentor and the help of his colleagues, Yu You'an gradually uncovers the intricate insider dealings and factional relationships in the political arena of Nanzhou. From that moment on, his pursuit of higher positions takes a step forward...
312.70 Million words | 2023-05-14 22:01Update
In an interstellar war beyond the boundaries of a multidimensional spacetime, an accident occurred. An advanced civilization's intelligent device was sent out of that space, breaking through dimensions and arriving on Earth. The protagonist obtained it and thus began a different life.
265.53 Million words | 2023-05-14 16:02Update
He lived in the chaotic era of the Republic of China. Although he possessed unparalleled martial arts, he was not a Taoist priest. He lingered on the edge of good and evil, accompanied by an old cat that escaped from an ancient tomb. Strictly speaking, it wasn't really a cat, but no one knew what it truly was. The complete set of "Qi Yu Millennium", consisting of five books, has been published in simplified Chinese by Beijing Institute of Technology Press. It is currently available for pre-order in major online stores. The manga rights have been acquired. For those who have reserved the book during the roll call, VIP purchases from the WAP mobile station, and those who have contacted the publisher and me before the end of April, we will each personally deliver the book. If you think "Ragged Robe" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and microblogs!
303.86 Million words | 2023-05-14 13:47Update
