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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.
Infinite Multiverse Red Envelope Fiction
Infinite Multiverse Red Envelope

The protagonist and his fiancée have traveled through the world of "First Blood" by using a mysterious power, and they have disrupted the entire plot world before Rambo's arrival. Upon their return, they discovered that it was due to a red envelope bug which granted them the ability to travel between dimensions and infinite worlds. Only the two of them can visit the dimensional world, where there are no points, but treasures and rewards are available. In the infinite world, there are not only them but also many reincarnators who earn points but have no treasures or rewards. The dimensional

525.49 Million words | 2023-06-30 03:36Update

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Beyond Evolution. Fiction
Beyond Evolution.

This cruel world doesn't need a saint, but perhaps... it needs a hero! PS: This is the third book of the Three Lives series, and the first two books have already been completed. Guaranteed quality, feel free to collect and read.

142.88 Million words | 2023-06-27 17:50Update

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A Glance at the Kingdom Fiction
A Glance at the Kingdom

In the twenty-third year of Chuyuan, in April, Emperor Jing of Chen passed away. The feudal lords ruled in chaos and powerful families took control. In the third year of Yong'an, General Ye Yi led an army to fetch back the young emperor and moved the capital to Yunzhou. In April, he was appointed as the prime minister. One person above ten thousand, he selected new officials and sent an appointment letter to the second young master of the Gu family in Yunzhou. The second young master of the Gu family was only fourteen years old, gentle, courteous, and exceptionally talented. Yet, only he knew his true identity beneath others. Damn it! How can I take office if I'm actually a girl? You already have my elder brother as a hostage, isn't that enough for you? 'Second Young Master' Gu Che rolled his eyes in the courtyard, knowing well that Ye Yi had the appearance of a wolf and would definitely rebel and usurp the throne one day. You want this young lady to join you in rebellion? Dream on. The art of ruling a kingdom, in times of chaos, entangles with the schemes of a beautiful woman..

90.94 Million words | 2023-06-26 15:59Update

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The Arrival of Fengyi Fiction
The Arrival of Fengyi

In the largest courtyard in the world, there are the most rumors; from a beggar to a slave, from hunger to a den of gossip. With the fierceness learned from competing with vicious dogs for food, and the tolerance learned from being deceived by others, step by step, watch the lonely girl Fengyi blossom at every step.

203.44 Million words | 2023-06-25 06:34Update

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Infinite Earth Roars with Fury Fiction
Infinite Earth Roars with Fury

It's a cruel world, where some people wail. It's a mysterious world, where some people revel. We traverse the battlefield of Terminators, witnessing the world's demise. We hunt in Jurassic Park, surviving amidst swarms of insects. We clink glasses with orcs, share joyous moments. We fight alongside elves, against common foes. We profane the divine in heaven, defy fear in hell. Come, let us join forces with Lu Chen, witness his growth, and appreciate his legend.

217.40 Million words | 2023-06-13 05:02Update

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Rebirth of Godzilla Fiction
Rebirth of Godzilla

Reborn Godzilla, slapping skyscrapers, crushing enemy tanks with its feet, ripping helicopters apart with its tail, ramming an aircraft carrier, ushering in the era of the behemoth, the disaster begins! *** [Please bookmark! Please vote!]

408.86 Million words | 2023-06-10 21:23Update

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Nine-fold brocade Fiction
Nine-fold brocade

In my second life, I hide my extraordinary talents and live in the countryside, waiting for the right time to seek revenge. Unfortunately, even in a humble farming family, drama never ceases. To survive, one must be ruthless. As I deal with troubles, I think of enjoying a cup of tea and pondering my next move. Unexpectedly, I become the fallen young lady of the prestigious Lin family. I couldn't care less, but they insist on finding me a match. Ignoring their ignorance, I resort to cunning to seek tranquility. Little did I know, it became quite a spectacle for others. Confronting a face that seems to smirk with a hint of annoyance, I sigh inwardly. Mind your own business! The ancients surely knew

321.12 Million words | 2023-06-02 21:50Update

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Spring in Jinling Fiction
Spring in Jinling

Zhou Shaojin was reborn. In her previous life, her cousin Cheng Lu betrayed her and was naturally struck out. But she still had many other cousins, like Cheng Xu, Cheng Yi, and Cheng Ju... This is a story that I must tell about the Cheng family!

187.80 Million words | 2023-06-02 06:00Update

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The Legitimate Spring Fiction
The Legitimate Spring

The Jiang family has a daughter named Yurao, who is beautiful and gentle. Yurao never expected that her efforts would end in failure, with her husband's betrayal, her sister's provocation, and the killing of the infant in the cradle. She regrets deeply and wishes that she could start over again. She is determined to change her destiny. Yesterday's events, like yesterday's death; today's events, like today's rebirth. Upon being reborn, what path will she choose?

82.29 Million words | 2023-06-01 03:43Update

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Axia Fiction
Axia

She was originally a wealthy young lady of modern times, who never experienced any hardships. However, she crossed over to an impoverished family in ancient times. How will she change the lives of herself and her family? ~~~~~~ She said, 'I will never fall in love with anyone in this lifetime.' He said, 'Axia, if I can make you call my name even in your dreams, I would be willing to die...' This book updates at least once a day, with a minimum of xxx words. Seeking pink readers, seeking recommendations! Completed novel: 'Rebirth of a Wealthy Daughter-in-law'. A sister story of Axia, about the story of Axia's past life!

87.88 Million words | 2023-05-29 05:44Update

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Xi Jinping tells a story. Fiction
Xi Jinping tells a story.

General Secretary Xi Jinping is the "leading speaker" in "telling Chinese stories." This book is a compilation of stories told by General Secretary Xi Jinping during a certain period. The book analyzes how General Secretary Xi Jinping conveys the ways of China's reform and development, major country diplomacy, and personal moral cultivation through "internal stories" (stories about integrity, character, inspiration, and governance) and "external stories" (stories about people-to-people friendship, state-to-state engagement, cultural exchange, historical emotions, and personal experiences). In addition, the book includes "interpretation" and "background" sections for further reading, which enriches the stories and provides context, making them more profound and fulfilling. The book not only has clear and engaging writing, but also carries profound insights and encourages deep

516.87 Million words | 2023-05-28 05:00Update

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The Apocalypse Assassin System Fiction
The Apocalypse Assassin System

Catastrophes suddenly strike, sweeping across the globe. In the midst of the apocalypse, humans become inferior to dogs! With a mysterious system, a struggling young man, and a chilling blade, he slays bloodthirsty zombies, defeats powerful enemies, and becomes a legend in a forsaken land!

152.24 Million words | 2023-05-27 17:07Update

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Jinmei Fiction
Jinmei

She was reborn in a chaotic era. Originally, she only wanted to secure the inheritance left by her indifferent family and live a comfortable life as a wealthy young lady. Unexpectedly, she came into a large sum of money overnight, becoming incredibly rich. As a result, she attracted attention from all walks of life, encountering all sorts of scoundrels and charming men. She navigated the world of rivers and lakes while protecting her small fortune, trying to live a low-key life as a wealthy woman. However, she was targeted by others and forced into becoming one of the 'Four Beauties.' Hmph, just because we share the same fate, must we fight against each other? Do they really think a young lady is a sick cat? The female protagonist has a light-hearted and witty personality, borrowing elements from the Northern Song Dynasty. Please refrain from criticizing historical accuracy!

59.91 Million words | 2023-05-24 18:15Update

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The Tender Lady's Medical Scriptures Fiction
The Tender Lady's Medical Scriptures

Cheng Jiaoniang's foolish illness has healed, but she still feels like she is and is not Cheng Jiaoniang. Strange memories have arisen in her mind. As the abandoned daughter of the Cheng family, she has to return to the Cheng family. However, she has come to regain her memories, not to be bullied and looked down upon. ************************* Cover, produced by Mushuiyou~

219.45 Million words | 2023-05-20 03:35Update

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The Era of Biochemical Apocalypse Fiction
The Era of Biochemical Apocalypse

Biochemical attack, the complete collapse of human order, survival of the fittest becomes the first principle, and slaughter spreads throughout the world. When desire loses the shackles of civilization, when morality loses the restraints of civilization, what will this world become? Expanding Wings, he comes from a civilized world, is he the incarnation of justice, or a bloodthirsty devil? *** Will I tell you, is this the true synopsis? Objective - Overthrowing Sister! (My friends and I are all shocked!) Will I say that not only is there a sister, but also a younger sister? (Evil laughter!)

106.28 Million words | 2023-05-18 21:07Update

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Zombie Empress Fiction
Zombie Empress

You turned me into a woman, that's fine. Even if he has never had a girlfriend, he can marry himself as a woman. Maybe there's even some yuri (girl-girl romance). It seems not bad. You turned me into a zombie, that's also fine. He has read novels about zombies before. I can just become a zombie emperor,

505.44 Million words | 2023-05-18 20:00Update

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The Fierce Queen Strikes Back Against the Heaven Fiction
The Fierce Queen Strikes Back Against the Heaven

She was the dreaded gold-medal assassin of the 21st century's notorious black organization, but she longed for an ordinary life. However, before she could fulfill her wish, she was betrayed by her most trusted sister and sent on a path to the underworld. Unexpectedly, her fate took a turn and she transmigrated into the body of a useless young lady, only to be sadly thrown into a sedan chair. He was the invincible war king, capable of captivating nations and winning every battle. However, he was framed and reduced to a completely unrecognizable state, with his life hanging by a thread. In order to preserve his bloodline, the emperor arranged a marriage for him with the discarded waste young lady of the Ye family

21.79 Million words | 2023-05-16 13:15Update

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My online lover is a big shot. Fiction
My online lover is a big shot.

【Sweet pet, V, transformation, wealthy family, boss, leader, completed】Talking about online love, my husband is a boss, wealthy enough to buy whatever he wants, generously giving gifts, with many different identities, except for one bad habit - spoiling his wife excessively. ── Sweet Daily News ── Feng Mucheng: I'll give you a city, you can be the lord. Fan Xiaoyou: What about the city you gave me? Feng Mucheng: Well, me, I'm not your city?

501.04 Million words | 2023-05-15 23:59Update

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Superheroes in the Marvel Universe Fiction
Superheroes in the Marvel Universe

What kind of scenery can one see through the eyes of a traveler? Eyes of Annihilation, Eyes of a Thousand Miles, Petrifying Eye, Distorted Demon Eye, Eyes of Direct Death... This is a story of a young boy with various eye abilities, recklessly wandering through the Marvel world!

196.13 Million words | 2023-05-14 18:30Update

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Ordinary Days of Time Traveling Fiction
Ordinary Days of Time Traveling

This is a world that has been visited by many famous time-traveling predecessors. Under the brilliance of the "Court Power Minister" and the "Capital Pearl" transmigrated woman, the third young miss of the earl's family carefully chooses to blend into the entire era... This text is dedicated to paying tribute to all classic time-traveling stories!

136.43 Million words | 2023-05-14 02:02Update

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Splendid Countenance Fiction
Splendid Countenance

She died on the same day as her young son. When she opened her eyes, she found herself reborn as the granddaughter of her former subordinate, fifty years in the future. Should she seek vengeance for her own death or simply live on as things unfold naturally?

62.71 Million words | 2023-04-30 20:43Update

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