Title: A Parent's Guide to Pulp Fiction: Recommended Novels, Authors, and More Introduction: Pulp fiction is a genre known for its thrilling narratives, captivating characters, and often edgy content. As a parent, it's essential to understand what your children are reading and ensure their literary choices align with your values. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to pulp fiction, offering book recommendations, author insights, and useful websites to help you navigate this exciting genre. Understanding Pulp Fiction: Pulp fiction refers to stories published on cheap, pulpy paper during the early 20th century. These fast-paced narratives often revolved around crime, adventure, romance, and the supernatural. Today, the genre has evolved, encompassing a wide range of sub-genres like hardboiled crime, science fiction, and horror. Recommended Pulp Fiction Novels: 1. "The Maltese Falcon" by Dashiell Hammett: Considered a classic of hardboiled detective fiction, this novel features the iconic private investigator Sam Spade and his quest to locate a valuable statuette. 2. "Red Harvest" by Dashiell Hammett: Set in a corrupt town, this gritty story follows an operative known only as the Continental Op as he battles organized crime. 3. "The Big Sleep" by Raymond Chandler: This noir mystery novel introduces readers to the renowned detective Philip Marlowe, as he investigates a complex case involving blackmail and murder. 4. "The Shadow Over Innsmouth" by H.P. Lovecraft: Lovecraft's chilling tale mixes horror and science fiction, centering around an isolated coastal town with dark secrets. 5. "I, the Jury" by Mickey Spillane: An engaging story about private investigator Mike Hammer and his relentless pursuit of justice after his best friend's murder. Prominent Authors in the Pulp Fiction Genre: 1. Dashiell Hammett: Known as one of the founding fathers of hardboiled detective fiction, Hammett's stories display a realistic approach to crime and characterization. 2. Raymond Chandler: Chandler's works epitomize the noir genre with a focus on atmospheric settings, complex plots, and morally ambiguous characters. 3. H.P. Lovecraft: A master of cosmic horror, Lovecraft's writing combines elements of science fiction, suspense, and otherworldly terror. Useful Websites for Pulp Fiction Enthusiasts: 1. Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): A popular platform where readers can find book recommendations, read reviews, and join reading groups dedicated to pulp fiction. 2. Hard Case Crime (www.hardcasecrime.com): A publisher specializing in new and vintage pulp fiction novels, offering a wide selection of titles across various sub-genres. 3. The Pulp Net (www.thepulp.net): An online resource providing articles, reviews, and information on authors, magazines, and collections related to pulp fiction. Conclusion: Whether you are a parent exploring pulp fiction for your own enjoyment or seeking guidance on suitable novels for your children, this guide provides a valuable starting point. Remember to consider your child's maturity level and personal preferences when selecting books. By using the recommended novels, authors, and websites, you can enjoy the thrilling world of pulp fiction while ensuring its content aligns with your family values.
Twenty years ago, a great disaster changed the course of the nation, leading to chaos and upheaval. Twenty years later, in a time of turmoil, six kingdoms vie for power and the seas roil. A celestial object descends, promising those who obtain it their heart's desires. A fragmented book holds a puzzle, is it a rumor or a prophecy? Ambition, conspiracy, hatred, rumors, desires, followers, memories, rebirth... He says, 'The three things people desire most in the world are power, wealth, and immortality.' She says, 'The three things I desire most are the martial world, freedom, and someone who loves me.' Entering the palace to marry him was merely following a decree. Flowers fall with intention, flowing water shows no mercy. Three years as husband and wife, an empty seat in the position of the empress, seeing him revel night after night with a woman who is not her. She smiles lightly, 'Let him go, eventually, I will walk out of this palace.' She is too lazy to calculate, too lazy to care, treading on thin ice, only hoping to protect her worthless life and leave behind this prison that has trapped her for three years. But she never expected a night of palace upheaval, blood flowing like a river, and her martial world dream shattered. Seeing that man, who has always been devilish and unrestrained, high above in his dragon-embroidered robe, looking down at her with cold eyes, not uttering a word. The little eunuch beside him shouts at the top of his lungs, reading the imperial edict, his voice piercing through the entire Lingyun Hall, 'The original Crown Princess is willful and unvirtuous, hereby her position as the Crown Princess is revoked. Xia Clan shall not set foot outside the palace in this lifetime!' She snatches the imperial edict from the little eunuch's hand, throwing it in his face, angrily saying, 'Are you satisfied seeing me like this?' He wipes away the bloodstain from his forehead with his fingertips and smirks, 'So what? Your life is still in our hands!' She suddenly wakes up, realizing that this has been his trap from the beginning...
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"Let's get married!" She was forced by her mother's matchmaking plots and proposed to him. After marriage, his true wolfish nature was revealed! He repeatedly bullied her until there was nothing left! "Li Shen, let's get divorced, get divorced, get divorced!" Finally, after she said the important words three times, the divine man decisively handed her a divorce agreement. She thought she had finally gained her freedom, but why did he keep appearing as her blind date, again and again?! "Feng Jing! We are already divorced!" She screamed in frustration. The divine man calmly glanced at her and threw the divorce agreement in front of her, clearly stating: the villa is hers, the luxury car is hers, the bank cards are hers... she belongs to him?
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Xia Xixi, a college student, worked part-time every day to raise money for her mother's medical expenses. However, one day, as usual, she went to the villa for her part-time job, but what happened next was beyond her expectations. She was violated by her boss, who hypocritically claimed to marry her. Eventually, due to various reasons, Xia Xixi was forced to marry that scoundrel. Their married life was initially sweet, but there were always people who couldn't tolerate her happiness, ultimately breaking her heart and forcing her to leave.
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In a chaotic world of war and heroes emerging, the hoodlum Zhu Chongba, the renowned general Xu Tiande, the strategist Liu Bowen, and the ambitious Chen Youliang vie for power. Amidst this tumultuous era, who will rise and who will fall? Witness the descendants of a time traveler as the 'Red Robe Demon' employs remarkable strategies to assist Zhu Yuanzhang in founding the Ming Dynasty. Faced with the emperor's unwavering favor, they pledge to never become a consort, choosing the solitary path over a life of privilege and luxury.
77.27 Million words | 2020-10-25 04:51Update
Xing Star was originally a new fire god in the heavenly realm, but for the sake of his senior brother, he entered the mortal realm. Xing Star was born with a good background and became Xinxing, the young lady of Fenghui Kingdom's Changle Manor. However, on her birthday, her father died and Xinxing's temperament drastically changed. Determined to find out who poisoned her father, Xinxing has to deal with the entanglement of childhood friend Fan Yuechen and the marriage proposal from the Crown Prince Shangguan Lichen. After the marriage, Xinxing sets out to find the culprit, but the road to revenge is not easy. She first needs to know who the killer is. From Fenghui to Huanghui, there are two men who won't leave her alone. In the mortal realm and heavenly abode, Xinxing only ever loves one person. However, this path of love is full of obstacles, and Xinxing has to endure the pains of love.
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【Completed Monthly Subscription Novel】Time and space transformation, world subversion, the queen lord from three thousand years ago, reborn with spiritual power in the body of a poor, ugly, and stupid abandoned daughter of a wealthy family in modern times, enduring discrimination and bullying. Waste material can defy the heavens, abandoned daughter becomes a top-notch heiress...【Unique and refreshing reverse time-traveling text, strong female and male characters, involving campus affairs, family conflicts, entertainment gossip, supernatural powers, urban survival rules...】Recommended to read the completed novel 'Rebirth with Supernatural Powers: The Talented Girl Diviner'.
209.81 Million words | 2021-08-31 02:03Update
【【Yunqi Realistic Writing Contest】Entry】 At the age of one, she was already loved by her whole family, while he only had his grandfather. He spent twenty-one hours a day by her side, sleeping only three hours. When she returned to China at seventeen to attend high school, he confessed his love, but she blushed and ran away. He went to her school and encountered her rumored boyfriend, so in excitement, he gave him a beating. Finally, she found her way into his embrace, and they lived happily ever after. Scene 1: Xiao Hanchuan's sports car parked at the school gate as Su Nian was dragged out, causing a sensation on the campus forum. Scene 2: Popular actress Su Nian was live streaming, with Xiao Hanchuan...
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Seven years of persistence, two years of hidden marriage. Shen Jialan devoted nine years of her youth to Tang Yuyan, only to be rewarded with his overwhelming rumors with someone else - "Super popular idol group Templars' world tour successfully concludes, at the celebratory party at Mie Night Bar, squad captain Tang Yuyan and film queen Jiang Qianlan appeared together, their intimate behavior suggests a romantic relationship!" "Film queen Jiang Qianlan shows up at Templars' An City concert, suspected of cheering for Tang Yuyan, revealing their relationship!" In truth, she was the most intimate person who deserved to stand side by side with him, yet she was like a mouse hiding in the shadows, cautious, and never once had their names been mentioned together! After enduring the long passage of time, Shen Jialan grew tired and weary. Finally - "Let's get a divorce," Shen Jialan said to Tang Yuyan. *Little theater* When Shen Jialan and Tang Yuyuan became the Xianyu Xian couple. Many years ago, an old microblog post was dug up - "Tang Yuyan is my husband!" Such fangirl-like words made many people believe that Shen Jialan was the representative of fans turning the table and becoming winners in life by marrying their idols! Because of this, there were always plenty of comedians who mocked the Xianyu Xian couple: chasing stars should always persist, who knows, your idol might marry...the prettiest one among you all! So dreams are always necessary, just in case, what if the impossible happens? To this, Tang Yuyan's thoughts were: this misunderstanding is too big. In reality, back then, he truly was her husband! PS: This work just started, so it's not that plump yet~ Those who can't wait can read Tang Tang's old work, it's an enjoyable career upgrade story: 'Famous Marriage of a Big Star'. Link: http://yynovel.motie.com/book/.
405.36 Million words | 2020-08-11 03:58Update
Qingzhou never imagined that she would one day marry into the renowned General Zhenyuan's mansion. She knew that she was merely a bride chosen for political reasons, and such brides often ended up as widows. But who could tell her why the man she married turned out to be General Zhenyuan, the feared and respected military commander who struck fear into the hearts of the enemy, as well as her ailing husband's... uncle?
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Hega Ning, who has just graduated from college, works as an intern lawyer at Zhou Wu Law Firm. He gradually develops feelings for the firm's boss, Zhou Xuan, who is already married with children. Wanting to avoid breaking up Zhou Xuan's family, Hega Ning leaves Zhou Wu and goes to Shanghai. Just when Hega Ning is convinced by his friend Irene to give Shen Liming a chance, he discovers that he is pregnant... Will Hega Ning's connection with Zhou Xuan end here or can they start anew?
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Zhuo Nan is Yan Hui's fanboy, and he has been a crazy fan for many years. Eventually, he obsessed himself to death. After a hard-won rebirth, history always has astonishing similarities... If you are interested in the completed novel "Professional Disbandment" by Year on VHE, please click on the link: http://jw.motie.com/book/
564.01 Million words | 2022-08-08 12:04Update
Shang NuanNuan, who was betrayed by her partner, suddenly feels that the world has become strange. The notorious Xuanji Pavilion's Nie Zongsi plays with Transformers. The Su family's idiotic playboy is renowned for picking up girls with lollipops. The philanthropist praised by everyone turns out to be stingy. The scientific giant who controls the best IT technology has non-human blood flowing in his veins. Occasionally, she can also bring along a lazy black cat known as the 'Master of Misfortune' and become an actress, a mysterious witch, venture into a game world, take a spontaneous trip to ancient times, and finally engage in an interstellar battle, before retiring and starting a family. Shang NuanNuan says, 'I can turn the entertainment industry upside down, outsmart monsters and demons, and be a savior who helps others. But most importantly, I can serve you tea, give you massages and shoulder rubs for the rest of my life.' Nie Mingyang, wiping off the important points on the blackboard, calmly responds, 'But I just want to be with you every day...'
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Seeking revenge and committing murder is not a simple task, even more challenging is to set up a perfect trap that ensnares the police without giving them an escape route. As the cold and long winter has come to an end, but the warm and moist spring is still far away, Xu You chooses this moment to kill, believing it couldn't be more appropriate.
114.64 Million words | 2022-12-26 17:03Update
【Pure Supernatural】 My girlfriend is pregnant, but the child is not mine. I asked her whose child it is. She actually told me she doesn't know either. What's even more eerie is that... my deceased girlfriend came to me, asking me to kill her child. Oh my god, can someone tell me why? Who the hell did I provoke? Reader QQ group: [group number]. Update time: confirmed as 12 PM in the morning and 5 PM in the afternoon. Usually two chapters are released. We'll try to update as frequently as possible. Your support is welcome.
289.53 Million words | 2022-05-02 20:58Update
Yuan Zi has a new book called 'Mischievous Little Husband' in progress. Book number: Support it quickly with likes, shares, and saves. Yuan Zi wants them all. Don't think that only men have their own world, in fact, women have it too. Don't think that only men know about war, women do too. In the enclosed Forbidden City, there is a group of women who are trapped by love, pressured by power, jealous of each other, and hurt each other, yet they also experience helplessness and loneliness at the same time. They are beautiful but often enjoy their own company. They are young but reveal endless grievances. They are intelligent but often fall victim to scheming. They struggle but can't escape the entanglement of fate's web. So, there are those who cry and those who laugh, those who escape and those who die, those who love and those who hate.
45.65 Million words | 2020-10-01 11:15Update
There are over a thousand branches in Taoism, Buddhism flourishes everywhere, while the path of the Underworld remains little known! Unbound by the constraints of the Three Realms and Six Paths, unconstrained by the measurement of right and wrong, divination, dream interpretation, Feng Shui, exorcism, and ghost-catching, I declare myself the first, even Dao and Buddha must step aside!
508.87 Million words | 2021-10-14 18:27Update
Also known as "My Wife Keeps Wanting to Set Me Up on Blind Dates, What Should I Do" "My Wife is My Younger Sister-in-law" "The Experience of Becoming My Own Uncle by Marriage". In a chaotic era; with a ruined family and no one to rely on, a lonely girl is fortunate enough to be taken in by her sworn brother, an elderly general who died on the battlefield. She lives in the general's mansion and is respected as his younger sister-in-law. The younger sister-in-law is elegant and refined, beautiful inside and out, and deeply loved by the elderly lady of the house. On her deathbed, the elderly lady assigns a task to the younger sister-in-law - to find a suitable woman for the exceptional and unparalleled young general, marry him, and continue the bloodline. This task... is not so simple! The young general becomes famous, invincible, and conquers the battlefields, driving away the enemy barbarians. However, there is a secret about him that is known to all - he is afraid of women! The elderly lady worries about this day and night, and introduces
263.70 Million words | 2020-12-18 00:12Update
"He is the absolute ruler of several galaxies!" exclaimed an adventurous traveler. "He is also a god who has created countless races... (biantai)!" described a female creature with cat ears. "He is a cunning businessman!" added a companion. "He is clearly a demon! If it weren't for my carelessness, how could he have gotten his hands on me!" said the secretive Gaia loli fiercely. In reality, he is just an amateur doujinshi artist, who flirted with an Earth loli (Gaia), and was exiled to a desolate planet. There, he became the planet's will, using colonial battleships and violence to promote racial diversity
132.96 Million words | 2022-04-04 20:36Update
As the legitimate daughter and from a merchant family, living in the husband's family weighted life was not smooth. Happiness came with many obstacles which needed to be overcome. A new chapter is updated everyday before 4 PM. Please be cautious while reading, if you are unable to understand the setting, avoid it. Contact us on QQ Group 'Wood Group' for any feedback and discussions!
43.36 Million words | 2020-10-26 12:46Update
【This article has been published under the title "Never Betrayed by Deep Affection from Now On", available at Dangdang and Taobao.】【New book recommendation: My Beloved Wife: Yi Shao, Please Spoil Me!】He revealed before their marriage that he had a car and a house, and both his parents were too busy. She discovered the reality after marriage: luxury cars and numerous properties, while his parents flew around the world for business negotiations. Gu Xiaoxiao once foolishly believed that Chu Yichen was the most suitable person for her, until she discovered that he was her immediate superior at work...
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