Urban novels have gained tremendous popularity in recent years, captivating readers with their gritty portrayal of city life and compelling characters. Whether you're a fan of crime, romance, or suspense, urban novels offer a unique and captivating reading experience. In this article, we'll explore some of the most renowned urban novels and their talented authors, as well as recommend websites where you can discover more of this gripping genre. One of the most influential urban novelists of our time is Walter Mosley. Known for his iconic Easy Rawlins series, Mosley seamlessly blends elements of noir, mystery, and social commentary in his novels. If you're new to his work, "Devil in a Blue Dress" is a great starting point. Set in the 1940s, this novel introduces readers to the enigmatic private investigator Easy Rawlins and the vibrant landscape of post-war Los Angeles. Another must-read author in the urban fiction genre is Sister Souljah. Her debut novel, "The Coldest Winter Ever," became an instant classic. This gripping tale follows the life of Winter Santiaga, a teenage daughter of a notorious drug dealer in Brooklyn, New York. Sister Souljah weaves a powerful narrative that explores themes of survival, family loyalty, and the consequences of choices made in difficult circumstances. For fans of urban fantasy, N.K. Jemisin's "The City We Became" is a captivating choice. In this novel, Jemisin introduces readers to a vibrant New York City where each borough takes on a human persona fighting against an ancient evil force threatening the city's existence. Jemisin's masterful storytelling and vivid descriptions transport readers into a vivid urban fantasy realm like no other. To discover more urban novels and authors, websites like Goodreads and Amazon offer curated lists and recommendations for readers interested in this genre. Goodreads, in particular, provides a platform where users can share their reviews, ratings, and recommendations, allowing you to find the next urban novel that suits your reading taste. In conclusion, urban novels have become a captivating genre that delves into the complexities of city life, offering readers thrilling storylines and dynamic characters. Whether you prefer crime, romance, or fantasy, there is an urban novel waiting to captivate your imagination. Dive into the works of authors like Walter Mosley, Sister Souljah, and N.K. Jemisin, and immerse yourself in the vibrant worlds they create. Explore websites like Goodreads and Amazon for more recommendations and reviews from fellow urban fiction enthusiasts. Happy reading!
Gao Jianfei obtained a software that can search for real ghosts and virtual ghosts. Ever since then... he enjoyed success and prosperity, thriving in the wind and water! Uh, Tian Boguang, White Rat, Jiangnan Seven Devils, Hu Qingniu... they are all just low-level ghosts! ... PS: This story is purely fictional, please don't take it seriously. If you, dear readers, think "Super Ghost Searching Device" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in QQ groups and on Weibo!
259.22 Million words | 2021-03-04 20:17Update
New standards for the new-age women: being able to afford luxurious cars and houses, being able to fight against mistresses and thugs. Zishan, determined to become the role model for the new women, wonders: in that case, do we still need men, or should we keep them at a distance?
139.16 Million words | 2020-07-12 16:36Update
"I heard that Boss Yao's last project went down the drain again." "He wanted to secretly write a novel to make up for his losses, but..." "He definitely failed." "I was going to give him a reward of several million, but he couldn't even get a book deal." ... "Poor guy, I'll invest another five million in him." "Then I won't charge him rent anymore." ... During the award ceremony, reporters interviewed Yao. "How did you achieve your current success?" "Pure luck..." "You're really humble." "..." Yao's new book, 'The Violence Aesthetics of Enchantresses,' has been published, featuring [Supernatural Beasts], [Evolution], and [Violence Aesthetics]."
27.14 Million words | 2023-05-09 06:08Update
I have my king, and I am his loyal servant. I am willing to wave the flag and shout for him, even willing to die on the battlefield for him.
394.30 Million words | 2023-05-17 09:26Update
I'm so unlucky, really. While others are time traveling, I can only be the one traveled through. While others are dating, I can only be the one being dated... In my pawn shop called "No. Several," I receive a series of customers with names like Jing Ke, Li Bai, Guan Yu, Qin Huan, and so on. A chain of hilarious stories unfolds. This book is filled with a strong sense of parody, combining elements of cultivation, time travel, urban life, and romance. Therefore, it is named "The First Chaos in History."
182.55 Million words | 2020-11-25 21:48Update
I have my king, I am his loyal servant, willing to wave my flag and shout for him, willing to die on the battlefield for him.
495.48 Million words | 2022-02-28 13:59Update
It was a hot summer that year, from what I can remember.
205.47 Million words | 2022-12-07 08:48Update
Fang Yu, who has been practicing for nearly five thousand years, still hasn't made a breakthrough in the Qi Refining stage.
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After miraculously coming back to life, Ye, who is known as the Food God, discovers that he has entered a parallel world. Everything here is the same as our world, except that due to the "Vegetarian Movement" eighty years ago, countless recipes of delicious food have been lost. As a result, the eerie and dangerous Vegetarian Cult, the mysterious and unpredictable Dark Cooking Society, and the Food Rescue Forces dedicated to saving cuisine are all vying for power, ushering in a new era of gastronomy and providing Ye with a splendid stage. This is a culinary story that begins with grilled lamb skewers. It is also a love story between a master chef and a food enthusiast.
168.40 Million words | 2020-12-31 06:28Update
Rebirth in the Entertainment World. Starting as a host on variety shows, gradually growing into a highly popular entertainment superstar. So what if I can't sing? The songs I create are hailed as classics by the public! So what if I'm not a professional actor? The TV dramas and films I participate in are always highly acclaimed! So what if I can't host? Are you kidding me! I make appearances in every sensational variety show in the country. In the year XXXX, Zhang Chen arrives. With the advantage of foreknowledge, he aims to carve out a unique path in the entertainment industry. This book combines Chinese entertainment and Korean entertainment. If you don't like it, please don't criticize, and if you don't like it, please don't enter.
79.49 Million words | 2023-06-08 08:13Update
Zhang Hao obtained a gaming system. From then on, his whole life seemed to transform into a game. Practicing the Shaoyang Pillar once increases proficiency by one. Practicing the Arhat Boxing once increases proficiency by one, proficiency (/), Arhat Boxing max...
138.60 Million words | 2022-07-03 20:59Update
After becoming the king of the most underdeveloped country in the parallel Earth, how did he rise to power with the help of the time-travel system? "Your Majesty, are you really going to participate in the Olympics?" "Yes." "But our country only has ten thousand people, we don't have any athletes." "I will be the athlete." "Then, which event will you participate in?" "Register me for all the available events." "..." This book has been signed and will be available soon. Please feel free to bookmark it.
277.84 Million words | 2021-02-02 15:05Update
After the end of World War II and the civil war, the establishment of the new China marked a period of great potential. The dreamlike future of socialism took on a concrete form and became a rallying cry for the entire nation: "Upstairs and downstairs, electric lights and telephones; lamps without oil, pl
47.78 Million words | 2021-10-19 23:22Update
My name is Li Chungang, and I am at the venue of the Chinese college entrance exam. I am extremely nervous right now! A system is threatening me, saying that if I don't copy as it dictates, it will expose a mysterious group that will beat me up mercilessly.
151.57 Million words | 2022-02-23 09:17Update
Young man, I see that you have a refined appearance and unique features. I hereby present you with a spiritual divination plaque, which can discern all treasures in the world. Young brother, I see kindness in your face and benevolence in your heart. I gift you a plant of Polygonum multiflorum, which can nourish all living beings in the world. ...... I am unable to provide a brief introduction, so let's go straight to the book. It is definitely better than the first one.
274.78 Million words | 2022-10-06 11:45Update
Cold body, strange appearance. Head pounding, seeming like a fool. Abandoned by the noble Yang family, enduring unimaginable pain and ridicule for over a decade. Finally, one day, the bitter turns sweet as he obtains the pinnacle of extraterrestrial technology - the superpower catalogue. Over a hundred superpowers across seven categories, his extraordinary life begins. Instant teleportation, vision through walls, telepathy, dream construction, electromagnetic storms, size manipulation, invisibility, time stoppage, space folding... All the incredible superpowers you can imagine. Upholding justice, promoting goodness, eliminating evil and vanquishing monsters, he creates businesses and enriches the nation with the power of medicine, earning the admiration and applause of the people.
237.28 Million words | 2020-11-13 18:54Update
A time and space, a system, a race, a journey of life! Running Man is not a beginning, nor an end.
144.35 Million words | 2021-06-01 11:32Update
Spiritual revival, faith leading the way. Some people impersonate the Heavenly Father, the Buddha, or immortal gods, aiming to attain enlightenment through false beliefs. Some rely on their own heritage, believing themselves to be legends, with no need to rely on others. Some become celebrities, idols, and everything that can be admired, believing that even false and empty beliefs are still beliefs. And Li Yi has returned. He is not a reincarnation, he has merely returned to his own body. After living for 5,700 years, he is tired and exhausted. He has witnessed the world's prosperity, and has surpassed all with his power and influence. He is an immortal in this world, he is Li Changsheng. Now, he is Li Yi, and all he wants is to lie down. Yet, he becomes known as an immortal in the eyes of the world once again. This time, he does nothing but quietly lie at home. Countless stories have been written, such as the New Bible, the Great Thunder Sound Sutra, the Sword God's Autobiography, the Tianxue's Autobiography, and the Qingxuan's Autobiography. But they all cannot escape the same ending before Li Changsheng, the Immortal in this world. No matter how amazing or talented they may be, they will all eventually stop in front of him. Li Yi: Li Changsheng's matters, what does it have to do with me, Li Yi?
176.16 Million words | 2020-08-08 18:56Update
Hello everyone, I am Elbow, the talking elbow, and I'm back. This is a new story.
289.50 Million words | 2021-03-17 04:38Update
Years later, the old man, dressed in tattered clothes, sat on a birch stump in front of a dilapidated house. He took a sip of his homemade liquor and a puff of intense green toad tobacco. Squinting his eyes, he watched the sunset descending into the Changbai Mountains. Beside him, a little child of about six or seven years old, who was playing with two mixed-breed dogs, one black and one white, he said, "Fusheng, the most feared creature by the Northeast Tiger is not the thick-skinned Black Blindman nor the wild boar king weighing a few jin, but the mountain-guarding dog that climbs up the mountain." Many years later, the old man was laid to rest in an inconspicuous grave mound. The child who hadn't frozen to death from the smoke bombs during the snowy days nor been killed with white eyes by the villagers of Zhangjia Village had finally...
113.76 Million words | 2021-03-19 18:53Update
Everyone: "No! You don't want to!"
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