Contemporary Urban Fiction: Exploring the Vibrant Realities of City Life Are you passionate about gritty stories that delve into the realities of city life? If so, you'll be captivated by contemporary urban fiction. This genre has gained popularity in recent years for its raw portrayal of urban environments, diverse characters, and complex storylines. In this article, we'll explore some highly recommended contemporary urban fiction novels, talented authors who excel in this genre, and websites where you can find more enticing reads. 1. "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas: First on our list is "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas. This powerful and thought-provoking novel follows the journey of Starr Carter, a sixteen-year-old girl who witnesses the fatal shooting of her unarmed best friend at the hands of a police officer. Thomas's writing tackles important themes such as racial inequality, police brutality, and social justice, making it a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary urban fiction. 2. "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas: If you're looking for another compelling read by Angie Thomas, "On the Come Up" fits the bill perfectly. This novel tells the story of sixteen-year-old Bri, an aspiring young rapper who navigates the challenges of pursuing her dreams while dealing with poverty, violence, and prejudice in her neighborhood. With its authentic voice and heartfelt storytelling, this book is a must-read for fans of contemporary urban fiction. 3. "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: Delving into a different urban setting, "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie takes us on a journey through the lives of Ifemelu and Obinze, two young Nigerians who face a range of experiences as immigrants in the United States and the UK. This novel explores themes of race, identity, and cultural assimilation, providing a unique perspective on urban life from an immigrant's point of view. 4. "The Coldest Winter Ever" by Sister Souljah: A classic in the genre, "The Coldest Winter Ever" by Sister Souljah follows the life of Winter Santiaga, the privileged daughter of a Brooklyn drug lord, as she navigates the dangerous streets and urban landscape. This gripping tale explores themes of power, wealth, and survival, immersing readers in a world of crime, love, and family dynamics. Where to Find More Contemporary Urban Fiction: If you're craving more contemporary urban fiction, there are several websites you can turn to for curated recommendations and discussions. Goodreads.com is a popular platform where you can find user-generated lists, reviews, and ratings of urban fiction novels. Bookriot.com is another excellent resource that offers articles, recommendations, and author interviews specifically focused on contemporary urban fiction. In conclusion, contemporary urban fiction takes readers on a journey through the vibrant and complex realities of city life. From exploring themes of social justice to providing unique perspectives on urban environments, this genre offers an immersive reading experience. Whether you choose to dive into the works of Angie Thomas, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Sister Souljah, or other talented authors, you're sure to find captivating stories that mirror the diverse tapestry of urban spaces. So grab a book, find a cozy spot, and get ready to be transported into the captivating world of contemporary urban fiction. Happy reading!
A small farmhouse opened in a quiet mountain village far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Here, there are bottles of Maotai that cost more than ten yuan for seven or eight years, and there are bottles of Wuliangye for seven or eight yuan. We have organic vegetables, organic fish and shrimp, and organic cooked lamb, all with a delicious and environmentally friendly taste. A middle-aged man who had experienced a failed divorce transformed himself into a leisurely farmer and became the owner of this mountain village farmhouse, which has gained a great reputation. Wearing slippers, holding a banana leaf fan, and wearing a sweatshirt, he leisurely spent his whole day. "If you want to order food, no problem, just line up." One table a day, depending on his mood, he enjoys a carefree life. Li Dong touches the small object hanging on his chest, feeling full of energy. It's time to go shopping for the next year. This is the story of a middle-aged man who traveled back in time four decades and brought goods to open a farmhouse.
378.41 Million words | 2021-05-23 18:45Update
Our personalities are all circular, Under the red flag, new lives are nurtured, A new generation growing in the new era. The protagonist born in the o's decade, Embarks once again on a path he's never walked, If this day comes, if time can reverse, In this era of change, there are so many roads, Dizzying to behold. A path filled with thorns may not be difficult to walk, A smooth path may not necessarily be a passage, Only by walking the road will we know, Let's follow the protagonist on this journey, And see where he will go.
372.76 Million words | 2021-07-22 02:31Update
This story tells the tale of how an immortal being should live a correct and positive life in modern human society, guided by the core values of socialism. It aims to provide insights and inspiration for other immortals, individuals with special abilities, practitioners of cultivation, extraterrestrials, and non-human creatures to participate in the construction of a stable and harmonious society. QQ Group of the work: Full, (Full) (Empty) This book V group: (Full), Fan Value W.
371.59 Million words | 2020-10-25 19:37Update
Well, first of all, this is a completely twisted book that revolves around the evil thoughts of a banana, telling a series of stories about a killer's reincarnation. In short, this book is a purely light-hearted fantasy novel, filled with plenty of easygoing and deceive-to-defeat episodes. Those with corrupted and wicked minds, please come in and your various needs will be satisfied here. Those with pure and upright thoughts, please go read another book by the banana titled "Survival Diary in a Foreign Land" with the book number (unspecified), where your other needs will be catered to. Any other evil elements not mentioned above can be discussed and supplemented by those interested. Our motto is, there's no limit to how evil it can get, only more evil! According to some people's opinions about changing the synopsis, personally, I think this can be considered as quite shameless content introduction ^_^
368.16 Million words | 2022-08-24 15:34Update
Qin Lin was playing a nostalgic game called "Harvest Moon" and got electrocuted. Suddenly, he gained the ability to enter the game and discovered that he could bring the watermelons grown in the game into reality. Initially, he calculated that selling one kilogram of watermelon for one yuan, he could earn tens of thousands of yuan each day by bringing out ten thousand kilograms of watermelons from the game to sell. However, he later realized that by upgrading his farm, he could obtain advanced crops beyond the world, raise livestock breeds far superior to those in the real world through animal husbandry, and build factories to acquire various formulas that surpass the world. Everything changed after that.
360.19 Million words | 2022-06-25 05:56Update
"Music, film, painting, calligraphy, sculpture, literature..." "You understand them all?" "I have some knowledge." "You mean you have some understanding of all of them?" "Well, I have a bit of understanding of all of them." Armed with knowledge, conquering the world through art, becoming the uncrowned king admired and revered by people from all walks of life.
359.96 Million words | 2023-05-01 09:58Update
That year, in his desperation, Liu Yuan, holding a script he had written in just five hours, successfully deceived a wealthy beauty and secured a million yuan in investment... Initially, he had only planned to spend eight hundred thousand casually shooting the film to get by. Then, on the eve of the film's release, he would take the remaining two hundred thousand back to his hometown and settle down, marrying a wife and engaging in some small businesses, vowing to never set foot in Hengdian again... But... the box office exploded...
356.41 Million words | 2023-05-04 00:23Update
Chen Chu, an antique dealer, gained a special ability through a fortuitous incident. From then on, he had complete control over invaluable antique treasures, exquisite calligraphy and paintings, and dazzling high-priced jade. In the process, his life underwent a drastic transformation, with wealth and beautiful women coming one after another. Ultimately, he steadily grew into a renowned collector.
355.92 Million words | 2023-04-02 10:48Update
Auntie, who ventured into the city, returned in glory, and Zhang Yu's mother was tempted to have her son join her. Little did they know, the so-called luxury mansion turned out to be a thirty-square-meter rental house. Living together as a man and a woman posed a challenge, not to mention the fact that Auntie's real estate agency was struggling to pay the rent. Feng shui selling houses, feng shui decoration... Surprisingly, the occult art that Zhang Yu learned from the undertaker in the countryside came in handy, and he transformed into a top-notch real estate agent... Brothers, beautiful ladies, want to buy a house? We have both yin and yang houses, and we offer renovation services too!
351.64 Million words | 2023-06-29 02:51Update
A magical 'toolbox' led Joe into the arms trade. The ever-changing world gradually transformed his goals... "Sir, how did you end up here?" "I don't know. At first, I just wanted to make some money, buy a house, and marry a wife. But as more and more people appeared around me, my goals began to change." "What is your goal now?" "Now, I just want to retire peacefully with my comrades. Really!"
349.76 Million words | 2023-03-29 10:32Update
Ling Ran, a medical school student, had a small goal - to become the greatest doctor in the world. And unintentionally, he achieved it.
348.77 Million words | 2020-07-11 01:34Update
"I want Hollywood to be the Hollywood I want." - Lance Lot Strelo. His life is full of ups and downs, rebellious and magnificent, with overflowing talents. No one can deny his brilliance, holding billions at one hand, and numerous awards on the other. Even the pickiest film critics have to bow their heads in front of him, let alone countless fans worldwide who admire him. With a captivating aura that ensnares both men and women, he audaciously lived a life of extravagance, leaving an indelible mark on this era. But he is a bastard. He is an absolute bastard. He relies on Hollywood for fame, yet he rebels against it. His detestable personality makes him the most unwelcome enemy of all of Hollywood. He shamelessly pushes the boundaries of everyone, boldly stirs the nerves of everyone, casually challenges the authority of everyone. His arrogance is like a never-ending nightmare, a tooth-grinding hatred. Yet, no one can resist him. "You have to despise him completely to avoid falling in love with him." -The New York Times."
343.76 Million words | 2022-09-30 01:15Update
Idols, objects of adoration and respect, blindly worshipped without criticism, possess the ability to inspire belief and admiration in others. When an idol's positive image reaches great heights, carrying with it positive meaning, it can have a profound impact on society. At this point, the idol can also be called a role model. Michael Jackson was such a groundbreaking idol. And so, a story unfolded. Introduction lacking in detail. Fantasy Version: I want to become the biggest idol in the world. Reply: Overestimating oneself. Delusional Version: Watch as I shake my fame into existence; watch as I shake my fame again and beautiful girls fall into my lap. Reply: Daydreaming. Qing Dynasty Version: Witness how I navigate this treacherous and full-of-hidden-rules entertainment industry, carefully calculating and carving out my own place. Reply: Ignorant of one's own mortality. Simple Version: One step at a time, towards success. Reply: Endless nonsense. This is a
343.53 Million words | 2020-07-12 07:18Update
In the throes of death, he suddenly sat up, an old man in his twilight years transformed into a superstar. From an extra to a veteran actor, from a veteran actor to a young talent... The most pitiful protagonist in history, Li Shixin, declares: even though I am shamelessly exploiting my age and experience, I know deep down that I am a good old man! Ah, this is roughly a story of how your grandpa will always be your grandpa, no matter what.
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Start over, earn money well, live life slowly.
340.57 Million words | 2021-03-21 16:47Update
Driving with an invincible cheat, Zhao Ze controls all the resources of the world as he travels through the prosperous world of China, continuing to write legends. Writing leads to excellence, excellence leads to guidance, and guidance leads to perfection. At this moment, he is merely a high school graduate who gained his first bucket of gold through "The Monkey King Chronicle," and sparked a small flame in the entertainment industry with "Crazy Stone." "I will ignite the entire entertainment storm in China," he said calmly, standing at the pinnacle of life many years later. PS: A new book has been uploaded. The seedling needs everyone's collection and recommendation to grow into a big tree. Whether it can stir up a storm is in your hands. The new book will be updated twice daily, at 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Starting slowly, I humbly request your collection and votes, so that Zhao Ze can set sail.
339.79 Million words | 2021-01-25 12:03Update
Dark and filled with despair, Fang Yuanshan reached the age of twenty-six. Due to family circumstances, he found himself at a dead end and decided to go abroad to seek success. Meeting a peculiar incident while fulfilling a client's request to take photos in the Amazon jungle, he unexpectedly discovered a magical place. From that moment on, Fang embarked on the path of a global supplier, setting off on a remarkable and vibrant journey through life...
333.24 Million words | 2021-11-02 21:56Update
Graduation trip, adventure in the pond, Gu Hongyu unexpectedly obtained a magical spatial fragment. This is an immortal artifact, containing astonishing power. Within the space, stone tablets can be used to cultivate immortal techniques. It can improve ordinary crops into spiritual beings. It can attract animals with spirituality, turning them into extraordinary existences. According to legend, when all the spatial fragments are collected, they will form their own world. Look at the protagonist's colorful, thrilling, and astonishing life after acquiring the spatial power! PS: "The Strongest Village" took over a year to complete, with nearly ten thousand words. "Immortal Source Farm" is the author's second novel and will be written with dedication. With the experience gained from the first novel, I believe this story will not disappoint. Please enjoy more exciting content! PS: I beg for clicks, recommendations, bookmarks, rewards. Writing is not easy, so I hope for your support!
331.68 Million words | 2021-05-22 19:25Update
After Wu Wendong was given spiritual initiation by the high monk from hundreds of years ago, what should he do? He could dominate the sports world, excelling in basketball, football, and more, but he only took a leisurely stroll on the field. He could laugh at the commercial world as abundant wealth poured in, but he preferred to give his money away. He could fight and conquer the world with his fists, leaving no one able to oppose him, but he never resorted to violence, preferring to rest when tired... He felt that no matter how much he did, it would ultimately lead him back to a simple life. Therefore, he chose to live his own simple life in contentment... Tao Yaling thought that her husband should obediently marry her after graduating, so there was no need to rush. Sun Qin believed that the senior she had her eye on was destined to be with her, so she did not feel rushed either. Mima believed that the powerful monk had clearly indicated that he was her lifelong partner, so she felt even less rushed. As a result, they all fell into someone's trap... PS: This book is not dramatic, no sudden changes, not too short, and doesn't have any arrogant vibes. If you like light-hearted stories, come and take a look. "Young Monk," "Traitor," and "Helmsman" are all available on Qidian and Genres World. Looking forward to everyone's support for the new book "Carefree Military Doctor" after them.
331.43 Million words | 2023-05-08 15:02Update
Reborn back to the year , Ouyang decides to live according to his own will this time. At this time, Xiaomage still wants to sell penguins. San Shige's game department has not been established yet. Legends of Blood has just been released, coinciding with the boom of the domestic gaming industry. With rich experience in game development from his previous life, Ouyang hopes to overthrow the major gaming giants before they monopolize the market. And by the way, fulfill the dreams of Chinese people. Moreover, due to certain reasons, the butterfly effect changes the entire gaming industry. Legitimate single-player games receive support from the Chinese, and the single-player market thrives. Game rating systems have also emerged. For gamers, this is an unprecedented golden age. This time, I just want to make money...
331.19 Million words | 2022-05-29 00:54Update
Lin Qian was reborn. While others were already in their middle age when they were reborn and could return to their youth and stand at the forefront of the era, Lin Qian, who had just graduated from school, had not yet had the chance to experience the cruel reality of society. He was kicked back to his youth by the god of destiny. He knew nothing about stocks and had no idea...
330.79 Million words | 2021-05-16 03:04Update
