Pulp Fiction Genre: Exploring the Thrilling World of Pulp Literature When it comes to captivating storytelling, few genres have achieved the level of popularity and intrigue as the Pulp Fiction genre. Originating in the early 20th century, pulp fiction encompasses a wide range of literary works characterized by their fast-paced, gritty narratives and larger-than-life characters. In this article, we will delve into the world of pulp fiction, exploring its history, popular authors, iconic novels, and where to find the best resources to quench your thirst for this thrilling genre. The Origins of Pulp Fiction Pulp fiction gained prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when affordable pulp paper became widely available. This low-cost material allowed publishers to produce inexpensive magazines and novels, which often featured tales of adventure, crime, science fiction, and mystery. These stories were known for their sensationalist and escapist nature, providing entertainment to a rapidly growing urban audience. Iconic Authors of Pulp Fiction No exploration of the pulp fiction genre would be complete without mentioning the influential authors who paved the way for its success. One of the most renowned figures in the genre is Dashiell Hammett, celebrated for his hard-boiled detective stories such as "The Maltese Falcon." Another iconic author is Raymond Chandler, whose character Philip Marlowe became synonymous with the noir style of pulp fiction in novels like "The Big Sleep." Other notable authors who made significant contributions to pulp fiction include H.P. Lovecraft, known for his horror and science fiction works, and Edgar Rice Burroughs, the creator of Tarzan and John Carter of Mars. These authors captured the imagination of readers and still inspire countless writers in the genre today. Must-Read Pulp Fiction Novels For those looking to embark on a thrilling reading adventure, the world of pulp fiction offers an array of captivating novels. Here are a few must-read recommendations to get you started: 1. "The Postman Always Rings Twice" by James M. Cain: This gritty crime novel follows the nefarious exploits of a drifter who becomes entangled in a dangerous affair with a femme fatale. 2. "Red Harvest" by Dashiell Hammett: Set in a corrupt town, this hard-boiled detective novel introduces readers to the relentless private investigator known as the Continental Op. 3. "The Shadow Over Innsmouth" by H.P. Lovecraft: Lovecraft's blend of horror and mystery is on full display in this chilling tale of aquatic creatures lurking in a New England town. Exploring Online Resources With the resurgence of interest in pulp fiction, numerous online platforms cater to enthusiasts seeking to dive deeper into this thrilling genre. Here are a few noteworthy websites worth exploring: 1. PulpMagazines.org: This comprehensive online database provides access to a vast collection of pulp magazines, allowing readers to explore the original source material that defined the genre. 2. PulpFest.com: PulpFest is an annual convention dedicated to celebrating and preserving the legacy of pulp fiction. The website offers information about upcoming events, guest authors, and articles related to pulp fiction. 3. Goodreads.com: Goodreads is a popular book recommendation and review platform, providing users with community-generated lists and reviews of pulp fiction novels. Discover new titles, join book clubs, and engage with fellow enthusiasts to expand your reading horizons. Embrace the Thrill of Pulp Fiction Whether you are a seasoned reader or a newcomer to the genre, pulp fiction offers an exhilarating and immersive literary experience. From the rich history and influential authors to the thrilling novels and online resources available, the world of pulp fiction awaits your exploration. So dive in, buckle up, and prepare to be captivated by the gripping tales that define this timeless genre. Happy reading!
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63.13 Million words | 2022-03-13 22:04Update
【【Participation Work for the 4th National Realistic Network Literature Contest】】You ask me how much I love you? I love you so much that even when I see you, my heart bursts with fireworks. Since I was young, Jiang Xiwen has known not to mess with a girl named Zhou Hong, because she will cry! Later, the girl who used to cry grew up, and his favorite thing became making her cry!
161.72 Million words | 2023-04-13 19:00Update
In her previous life, she lived aimlessly and was framed to the point of losing her life without even knowing why. When everything starts anew, she swears to become stronger, no longer idle, no longer weak and easily bullied! She wants to reclaim what was once lost, bit by bit; she wants to repay those who harmed her, little by little! In a word: After rebirth, strive like a man!
66.88 Million words | 2021-08-05 23:12Update
Northward, Northward written by Shizhong Shizhong.
125.39 Million words | 2023-06-15 20:34Update
She was the legitimate second young miss of the Royal Tutor's Residence, bestowed with the identity of a princess, and intended to become the official wife of the current Crown Prince. Overnight, she became a murderer and lived as a fugitive. She thought the day the truth would be revealed was near, but little did she know that her life was already on borrowed time. In the midst of countless dangers, she endured humiliation and swore to seek revenge for her loved ones. With cautious steps, she manipulated both the Crown Prince and the Crown Prince's younger brother... On their wedding night, she locked her husband out and spent a sleepless night. After three years of marriage, she had no offspring but was deeply loved. Everyone believed she was stunningly beautiful, unaware of her true intentions. He had personally destroyed her once flourishing youth, but little did he know she would return him a tumultuous empire...
307.78 Million words | 2022-03-07 12:46Update
Alone lost in darkness, fingertips brushing against this solitude! Luo Guchen, born with a cursed destiny! Anyone who comes in contact with him will be affected by misfortune, with minor consequences of misfortune following them and severe consequences resulting in the end of their lives. Until one night, Luo Guchen, who had dropped out of school and lived alone, received a mysterious invitation to a prestigious academy. In order to control his own cursed destiny, he resolutely signed the enrollment contract. However, just as Luo Guchen was beginning to comprehend his innate laws, an unknown and sinister accident occurred... A pair of eyes hidden in the darkness, mocking him with their gaze... Moxuan's PS: The old book has concluded, the new book is uploaded, with an exclusive contract. Seeking recommendations and collections, I aim to reach the top charts with this new book. I ask all the bookworms for their support. As for the evil accident, I won't say, read the main text to find out! Bookworm group: ... Welcome to join!
141.52 Million words | 2023-03-27 11:11Update
The so-called original wound is inherent, destined, inescapable, and unavoidable. Every person, for the rest of their life, exhausts all efforts in an attempt to heal it, but to no avail. Half a lifetime of freedom in exchange for half a lifetime of pain, drinking away the original wound, consuming the past.
58.57 Million words | 2022-04-29 12:28Update
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
【【Our Creative Writing Contest】】In order to stay alive, she decisively signed a divorce agreement. With narrowed eyes, Mr. Shi said, 'Do you think that changing your face will make me not recognize you?' She was forced to marry him for the third time _ (:」∠)_ Mr. Shi said, 'If you love your wife, you should treat her like an idiot.' Shi Mei: '!' 【Rebirth】Pseudo-Idiot vs True Cunning.
400.16 Million words | 2020-08-18 19:30Update
Ye Qingcheng crossed over and always felt that something was amiss. Later, she realized that there was always someone scheming against her. Qin Shao was reborn, remembering everything from their past life. He decided that if he let another woman deceive him in this lifetime, he would give up on everything. 'How far must you go before you let me go?' the enchanting woman asked with a coquettish smile. 'If you die, I'll divorce you.' 'No, since you love me so much that it makes you want to kill me, let's just make do.' '... How shameless can you be!' This is a fictional time-travel story, so don't bother verifying the language, history, or anything else. Just sit back and enjoy the show.
251.36 Million words | 2022-02-27 21:36Update
She, the smiling assassin, a genius with emotional intelligence, manipulates people effortlessly. But after transmigrating, she was bullied by an older man. She swore to take revenge and not let it go easily. Unexpectedly, he mistakenly identified her as his long-lost niece and showered her with love and affection. Since that’s the case… she might as well spend his money, borrow his influence, and dominate the world at her whim! 'Ninth Uncle, can you do something about the princess?' Even the prince of a neighboring country was helpless, the princess was getting too ambitious. Ninth Uncle casually smiled and said, 'You don't know, she's the one who controls me.' The prince of the neighboring country was dumbfounded!
255.46 Million words | 2022-01-24 12:30Update
Zhong Tongxie said: Madam has never played time travel, let's go. Snowy obediently said: Okay. Zhong Tongxie said: Madam has never had a boyfriend, go for a handsome man. Snowy hesitated a bit and gritted her teeth: Cough, alright. Zhong Tongxie said: Madam has never been an emperor, go for the dragon throne. Snowy had a black line on her face: You're really difficult to serve, here you go. Zhong Tongxie said: Madam... Snowy, with a twitching face and furious, shouted: Are you ever going to stop? Do you take me for a robotic cat? At this moment, a certain handsome man happened to be passing by, Zhong Tongxie's eyes twinkled, tears glistening, and sighed, 'The hero finally has a place to shine, the gold will finally sparkle.' Zhong Qing: Come, accompany me to the front line to pick flowers... huh? No one? (Awkward) Then I'll do it myself, hoho... I want to pick the wild flowers on the roadside, I won't pick in vain, pick or not pick who cares... lalala, lalala, I'm a little expert in flower picking... And the result was... Zhong Qing was picked by a certain man... [This book is exclusively published on k novels, please support the original...]
49.47 Million words | 2020-08-29 16:17Update
【This book is already completed】Recommended new book 'The Imperial Concubine' and new book at 'Red Sleeves Fashion Garment' called 'Conspiracy Feast'. ~~【This is an explicit and violent palace struggle novel】【This is the debut work of a certain Nie, with young and immature writing style】【Alright, the introduction is powerless, please read the main text】Throwing a tantrum, requesting subscriptions...
263.79 Million words | 2023-04-19 23:35Update
In the words of her best friend, Zhou Yanyan is a woman who only has a good appearance, but lacks intelligence. She relies on her family for support at home. After relying on her family for twenty-two years, Zhou Yanyan suddenly has a realization and decides to enter the workplace. As a novice in the public relations field, she had big ambitions but her boss... During a business dinner, Zhou Yanyan eagerly wanted to pour wine for her boss, but he refused. At a party, Zhou Yanyan was prepared to shine as a PR professional, but her boss didn't allow her. During a signing ceremony, someone mistakenly thought Zhou Yanyan stole their husband and assaulted her, but her boss said
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Crossing through the past, present, and future! Absolute control over everything! Absolute wealth to buy anything! Absolute power to crush everything! The heavens may be indifferent, but humans have their own ambitions, replacing the will of heaven with their own...
238.83 Million words | 2021-08-16 13:44Update
A peculiar ornament granted Zhang Yuan the ability to traverse the world of film and television. Thus, a bizarre figure emerged before the world, clad in steel armor, stepping lightly on air, and releasing waves of golden dragon energy with his hands...
481.90 Million words | 2023-03-28 19:21Update
If a person has no dreams, what is the difference between them and a salted fish? All this time, Sudu has had a dream, which is to establish a great fleet that can span the stars, and then set off into the universe with the goal of conquering the cosmic seas. However, Sudu slowly discovers that in the process of realizing his dream, the Starfleet gradually grows into a Star Empire. [Phase One: IS, Exiled to Paradise, Matriarchy] [Phase Two: Legend Series, Sword Art Online, The Covenant of the Sword].
348.61 Million words | 2020-08-22 09:11Update
This is a strong female protagonist story, one-on-one. She is a modern thief who time-traveled and became a sacrificial offering. Bastard? Trash? Good for nothing but to die? Damn it! She will let these guys know what it means to be intelligent and confident. Sacrifice her to the Water God? Sorry, she has taken over the Water God, now he's her lackey. Crown her as the princess consort? Damn it, she doesn't care about being the main consort! She'll make that prince realize how far he should stay away from her! But, can someone tell her what kind of world this is? She just picked up a broken dagger, why does it
314.83 Million words | 2020-07-20 09:20Update
They met on campus and ended up living under the same roof. He protected and cherished her, not allowing anyone to bully her. She went from fearing and dreading him to loving him dearly, refusing all advances from other exceptional men for his sake. He is Mu Yusheng, and she is Yu Anran. She is his remaining life and beloved.
103.58 Million words | 2021-05-20 18:00Update
What is love? Su Xiaoxiao has experienced countless hardships, from the heavens to the mortal world; from Ling'an Kingdom to the Western Region; from innocence and kindness to cunning and scheming; from being loved to being killed... Finally, she understands. Love is a remedy that helps people grow. It turns out that men's love and women's love are so different. It's not about 'I love you, so we should be together.' My dear Ling Anfeng, does revenge make you feel like you can make up for your mistakes? Then why did you shed tears when you took Su Xiaoxiao's life? My dear Ling Anfeng, are you punishing others or punishing yourself? Even if you kill everyone in the world, you can't hide the love in your heart. My dear Ling Anfeng, after many years, when Su Xiaoxiao stands on the long street of the heavens, she finally says the words she wanted to tell you from the beginning – my dear Ling Anfeng, I want to be with you, forever!
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