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Contemporary Fiction: Exploring the Vibrant World of Modern Storytelling

If you are a fan of engaging storytelling set in the present time, contemporary fiction is the genre that caters to your literary cravings. In this article, we will dive into the realm of contemporary fiction, offering insights into notable authors, popular novels, and recommended websites to explore this captivating genre.

Notable Authors:
1. Haruki Murakami: Known for his mesmerizing blend of magical realism and complex characters, Murakami's novels like "1Q84" and "Norwegian Wood" have earned him a global following.
2. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: Adichie's works, such as "Americanah" and "Half of a Yellow Sun," delve into sociopolitical issues and offer powerful narratives that resonate with readers.
3. Celeste Ng: The author of "Little Fires Everywhere" and "Everything I Never Told You," Ng crafts emotionally gripping stories that explore themes of family, identity, and secrets.

Popular Novels:
1. "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald: This classic novel examines the opulence, decadence, and disillusionment of the Jazz Age through the eyes of the enigmatic Jay Gatsby.
2. "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini: Set against the backdrop of Afghanistan's tumultuous history, this moving tale explores friendship, betrayal, and redemption.
3. "Normal People" by Sally Rooney: Rooney's critically acclaimed novel delves into the complex relationship between two young people, navigating love, class, and personal growth.

Recommended Websites:
1. Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): A popular platform for book lovers, Goodreads provides book recommendations, reviews, and author information in the contemporary fiction genre.
2. Literary Hub (www.lithub.com): This website offers a wealth of resources, including articles, interviews, and book lists, to keep you updated on the latest in contemporary fiction.
3. Electric Literature (www.electricliterature.com): With a focus on innovative and diverse storytelling, Electric Literature showcases thought-provoking contemporary fiction, essays, and author profiles.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of contemporary fiction, where the stories are relevant, thought-provoking, and reflective of our modern lives. Whether you are seeking poignant coming-of-age tales, gripping family sagas, or narratives that challenge societal norms, contemporary fiction has something for every reader's taste. So grab a cup of coffee, curl up with a good book, and let these modern stories transport you to new and exciting literary landscapes.
The Queen's Marriage Fiction
The Queen's Marriage

Anran is the captain of the Northeast Tiger Flower team, a purebred Northeastern girl. She sacrifices herself to save her sisters during a mission and is reborn into the body of a cute five-year-old bun. Determined to have a happy hellokitty life this time, Anran firmly clenches her paws. But why do people constantly force her, despise her as a fool, dismiss her for being weak, and send her away when she becomes an obstacle to someone's marriage? Anran starts calm, raises an eyebrow, transforms into a demon, and says, 'Are you sure you want to let the tiger back into the mountains?' She blows on her sharp claws and adds, 'Then don't blame me for being impolite!' A fierce Northeastern girl pretending to live a happy life as HELLOKITTY!

95.72 Million words | 2022-09-29 09:08Update

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Apocalypse Transformation Fiction
Apocalypse Transformation

When the apocalypse arrives and humanity loses its shackles, is it kindness or evil that prevails? In order to combat the destruction of the end times, individuals are created, each one a modified being, both hopeful and sinful. A complex contradiction of creation and destruction, an extreme combination of redemption and annihilation. The insect race, the mutants, the modified individuals, and the ordinary people, within the utterly chaotic food chain of survival, they are all humble, yet also magnificent. In this tumultuous age, human nature may be deemed superfluous, but it is also the epitome of hope. Welcome to the new era.

176.50 Million words | 2021-01-21 12:30Update

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My first love was a female ghost. Fiction
My first love was a female ghost.

"My First Love is a Female Ghost" has a thrilling and captivating plot, written by the author Gu Mingyue. This novel showcases excellent storytelling and writing skills. The latest refreshing and clean chapters by Gu Mingyue are available for free reading on Pen Fun Pavilion.

589.85 Million words | 2023-03-30 03:49Update

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Abandoned Queen Consort Fiction
Abandoned Queen Consort

She is a forsaken daughter, unloved by her parents and unloved by her brother. She is an ugly girl, her face covered in sores, a cursed lone star, forsaken by both heaven and earth. ... "What? The new top scholar wants to propose marriage? Tell him I am already married to another." ... "What? You want me to divorce him and marry you? I'm sorry, I cannot do that, Your Majesty."

58.18 Million words | 2021-08-20 22:49Update

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The Courtyard Beauty Fiction
The Courtyard Beauty

Zhao Xiu has a brother who is a marquis, and she has everything: family background, looks, talent, skills in women's arts, and capabilities. But she knows that in the eyes of others, she is still just a mediocre noble daughter, unable to compare with those noble young ladies. But... who wants to compare with them?!

228.32 Million words | 2021-03-05 02:52Update

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Diyao Fiction
Diyao

As the legitimate daughter of the prime minister, I was not only betrayed by my lover and cousin, but my own life was lost, along with the destruction of the entire prime minister's residence. In my new life, I will stay away from imperial power, avoid scumbags and scheming women. All I want is to protect my own family. But why do you, Crown Prince, always come close to me?

70.85 Million words | 2021-10-20 05:56Update

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Precious Fiction
Precious

In the distant past, the eldest daughter of the Xie family was renowned in the capital. When Xie Ke died, her husband spent the night in a flower tower. Her youngest daughter looked at her with unfamiliar eyes. She thought that even in death, she could not close her eyes. Unexpectedly, when she opened her eyes again, she found herself in the old family home from her childhood. At that time, she was still the most esteemed daughter of the Xie family... Two million completed novels, with excellent quality. Seeking support for the new work~

162.49 Million words | 2021-10-13 12:47Update

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The Top-notch Shop Waiter Fiction
The Top-notch Shop Waiter

She is a lazy person who dresses up as a man and makes a living by working as a waiter in a restaurant. The owner of the restaurant is a mysterious nobleman, and although our destinies are not aligned, we are bound by unresolved grievances. When there is a feud, we team up! Through all the comings and goings, we scoff at them! As customers gather in the restaurant, various masters make dazzling appearances. Despite their success, we still manage to outwit them. ***** Friends, we now have a supergroup! The previous group will be deactivated within half a month, so please move quickly. The group number for the supergroup is: , everyone, hurry up. Password: Please write down the name of the male protagonist from any novel

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In the Spring Breeze Fiction
In the Spring Breeze

A girl from the Starting Point Women's Website travels through time and becomes a household slave. Should she embrace a content life as a servant in a prosperous family or choose a challenging path of freedom and hardship? This is a question that readers discuss in their self-built group.

138.14 Million words | 2021-01-24 09:39Update

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The Return of the Legitimate Daughter. Fiction
The Return of the Legitimate Daughter.

The early death of her mother, and the subsequent murders of her brothers, shrouded the Han family in a great conspiracy. When Han Jiangxue is reborn, her life is destined to be glorious! Her rebirth is not only for revenge, but also to protect her loved ones! Her glory lies not only in achieving success and fame, but also in having a life partner to weather the storms together! With the return of the legitimate daughter, she seeks a lifetime of peace and guards a lifetime of tranquility!

151.94 Million words | 2022-10-09 09:20Update

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Can't afford first love. Fiction
Can't afford first love.

【Next Idea Original Literature Competition Entry】 "What do you want me to do before you let go of the First Love Band..." What do I have to do for you to let go of me... He was waiting for the day when she would surrender and willingly come to him. Yin Sizhe smirked coldly, "Stay by my side for a week and obey my every command. Then I will let them go." But you, Su Li, will never be able to leave me for the rest of your life! From their first encounter, she had provoked him. From then on, this man's invasion into

391.46 Million words | 2020-11-29 15:52Update

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Zong Nv Fiction
Zong Nv

Zhao Shu is a princess. Her father is a prince, and her younger brother will also become a prince. They are members of the royal family, but she knows that most of the noble people in the capital look down on her. The ladies of prestigious families despise her for being an uncultivated nouveau riche, while the noble ladies boast about their scholarly heritage... She plucks the already dried herbs in the yard

149.39 Million words | 2021-03-30 09:32Update

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Infinite Alternative Evolution. Fiction
Infinite Alternative Evolution.

"Do you think I'm a freak?" "Do you think I have chuunibyou?" "Do you think there's something wrong with me mentally?" With great confidence, Zuo Fuhao proclaimed, "That's right, I'm a freak! What's wrong with a man being a freak?" My passion is to create miracles, and my specialty is saving the world. I am Zuo Fuhao, and I speak for myself. ******************************************************************** This is the extraordinary journey of an unconventional challenger in an infinite world. This is also the heroic epic of a winner in the midst of countless battles!

212.54 Million words | 2022-01-31 21:02Update

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Interstellar Skull Soldier Fiction
Interstellar Skull Soldier

[Completed] In the epic battles of the interstellar age, a young boy yearning to soar the skies stumbles upon a sealed necromantic realm that has been closed for five thousand years! As the last spirit warrior in the cosmic era, he is about to face the boundless expanse of the starry sky and an endless journey.

180.85 Million words | 2020-10-13 04:01Update

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A Difficult Task Fiction
A Difficult Task

Transmigrating to an alternative dynasty, thinking she is free from attachments and living alone. Little did she know, after studying for three years, she was informed by her master that she is the abandoned daughter of the Left Court. Her master instructed that to complete the mission, she must return home. Helpless, she can only grit her teeth and go back, but almost gets devoured upon arrival. Struggling for survival at home, while also fulfilling her master's mission, why must she live in such constriction? All she wants is to freely wander through ancient lands. And her master said, only after completing the mission, can she leave. For this goal, she fights against gods and kills Buddhas, from the women's chambers to the realms of deep grudges, all the way to the entire political court...

115.54 Million words | 2020-08-18 14:22Update

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Crimson Countess Fiction
Crimson Countess

She, the eldest daughter of the Mu Family, the ruling power of the Chiqiong Kingdom, had no interest in feminine beauty since she was a child. She only loved wielding knives and guns and at the age of nine, she followed her father into battles, becoming feared for her 'Crimson Blade'. However, in a sudden turn of events, her father mysteriously disappeared, her military power was seized, and her trusted allies turned against her. She shouldered the responsibility of her family alone, searching for her father and the truth behind the conspiracy... Although fierce and ruthless, she willingly revealed her softer side for one person, even if he was an enemy general. She resolutely walked by his side through all obstacles, hand in hand. One day, a series of traps and betrayal from her lover left her physically and emotionally wounded. It was then she finally realized that there was always someone beside her. While the world believed this person to be cold and heartless, he provided her warmth and silently protected her. Only in his presence, could she remove all her masks and burdens. Will she finally let go of her obsession and hold hands with him? This novel was originally titled 'Crimson Fate'. Thank you for your support.

48.84 Million words | 2022-05-04 14:49Update

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Fortune has arrived. Fiction
Fortune has arrived.

A Thrilling Romance of a Lazy Pseudo-Loli Even though Tang Luer, who had an unforgettable memory, returned to ancient times, she could not cultivate any great ambition or wisdom. She had no family to rely on, no trustworthy parents. With only mediocre skills, she followed a formidable old woman, living a lively and dependent life. However, life can never remain peaceful forever, and unexpected incidents always come out of nowhere. The abilities she thought she would never need suddenly became her lifesaving talisman. The people she thought she would never encounter soon became entangled in a dramatic conflict. Escape and pursuit, deception and theft, hardships and survival... Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what flavor the next one will be. *——*——*——*——*——*——* The completed works "Grand Celebrations of the Elite" and "Returns to Prosperity" guarantee high-quality content. Feel free to come and witness.

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