Fantasy Novel Publishing: Unlocking the Gates to Magical Worlds Are you an avid reader who craves fantastical adventures, mystical creatures, and epic battles? Look no further, as we dive into the enchanting realm of fantasy novel publishing. In this article, we will explore the ins and outs of this genre, recommended novels and authors, and the best websites for diving into these captivating worlds. Fantasy novels transport readers to extraordinary realms, where impossible feats become reality, and imagination knows no bounds. From quests to save kingdoms, to battles between light and dark, these stories ignite our spirits and take us on unforgettable journeys. When it comes to fantasy novels, few authors have captivated readers' hearts and minds like J.R.R. Tolkien. Known for his epic high-fantasy masterpiece "The Lord of the Rings," Tolkien's imaginative world-building and rich storytelling have made him a legend in the genre. Other notable authors include George R.R. Martin, creator of the gritty and politically charged "A Song of Ice and Fire" series, and J.K. Rowling, whose "Harry Potter" series redefined modern fantasy for a whole new generation. If you are on a search for new and exciting fantasy reads, consider diving into Brandon Sanderson's "Stormlight Archive" series, a sweeping epic filled with captivating characters and intricate plotlines. Alternatively, Patrick Rothfuss's "The Kingkiller Chronicle" offers a beautifully written tale of a young musician's journey through a world of magic and mystery. Now that we have piqued your interest in the genre, let's explore the world of fantasy novel publishing. There are various avenues for aspiring fantasy authors to get their stories out to the public. Traditional publishing houses like Penguin Random House and HarperCollins have dedicated fantasy imprints, which focus on identifying and nurturing talented authors in this genre. In addition to traditional publishing, self-publishing has become a popular option for many authors. Platforms like Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing and Smashwords empower authors to take control of their publishing journey and reach a global audience. These platforms offer tools and resources to help authors with editing, cover design, and distribution, making it more accessible than ever to bring their fantasy novels to life. As a reader, you may be wondering where to find the best recommendations and resources for discovering new fantasy novels. Fear not, for the internet is teeming with websites dedicated to this genre. Goodreads, a social networking site for book lovers, allows users to browse and rate fantasy novels, as well as join discussions with fellow enthusiasts. Another popular platform, Fantasy Faction, offers reviews, interviews, and forums for fans to connect and explore this magical realm together. In conclusion, fantasy novel publishing is a gateway to remarkable worlds and unforgettable adventures. Whether you are a seasoned fan or just beginning your journey into this genre, there are countless novels and authors waiting to transport you into enchanting realms. From the legendary works of J.R.R. Tolkien to modern masterpieces like Brandon Sanderson's "Stormlight Archive," the possibilities are endless. So, grab your cloak, sharpen your sword, and embark on a fantastical quest through the pages of these captivating novels. Happy reading!
"Passing through Your Whole World: Stories that Melt Your Heart" is a collection of short stories by Zhang Jiajia, a master storyteller in the new media era. If you have read bedtime stories, you will know that this is a captivating book. The stories in this book depict love stories that happen around us, with characters who are witty and kind-hearted, just like our buddies and girlfriends, who share their hearts and souls with us in the late night, telling us about the mountains and rivers they have traversed, and the love and hate they have experienced. With so many stories, the plot twists and turns, and the details are touching. Some stories are warm, some are bright, some are lonely, some are crazy, some are boring, and some are nonsense. There are beautiful memories that we can't forget, the pain of an unrequited love, the regret of separation and loss, the fate that keeps slipping away, and the return and warmth after the hustle and bustle. Whenever you can't fall asleep, need comfort, lounge lazily in bed, or wait for a train... you can open this book, and find a captivating story. There are always those moments when you see yourself in Zhang Jiajia's stories, and there are also those moments when you think of someone, a certain love, because of these stories. "Passing through Your Whole World: Stories that Melt Your Heart" is destined to leave an imprint and make a mark in your memories, because this book is about you. I hope to write a book that you can keep by your pillow, put on your bookshelf, or give to that special person. Just open a story from "Passing through Your Whole World" and enjoy it.
14.23 Million words | 2021-06-02 11:49Update
Boyfriend Lin Cheng, rarely displaying his romantic side, hides an engagement ring in the ice cream his girlfriend loves. However, upon swallowing the ice cream whole, the female protagonist's soul leaves her body and enters the home of the Left Prime Minister's family in the Kingdom of Xiangze. She is named Yun Xiangrong, born with a mint fragrance and the ability to speak. This extraordinary feat garners attention, especially from the Emperor, who arranges a marriage to the Crown Prince on her very birth. But Yun Xiangrong, with her modern consciousness, pays no heed to the traditions of 'marriage as decided by parents and matchmakers.' Although the Crown Prince, known as the 'elegant cat,' is handsome and dignified, he cannot compare to her childhood friend, the 'little white' brother, who is always kind and obedient, and excels in both literature and combat. Thus, she meticulously plans an 'elopement.' Little does she know that what started as a love story will ignite a power struggle across the nation. As neighboring countries plot against her, her beloved 'little white' brother, who has always cherished her, has a hidden past. Meanwhile, the enigmatic figure known as the 'Demon King in the World' is determined to possess this legendary woman called the 'Vanilla Consort,' but is it merely because of her timeless beauty?
31.33 Million words | 2021-09-04 15:04Update
Fought tough, played with life, lost control, shed blood, set fire to the backyard, lamented unfairness... Liu Zicheng lived his whole life as a detective. He caught drug traffickers barehanded, but also encountered unsolved cases. He witnessed the tragic death of a kidnapped child in a well; he ventured into various underground places to solve crimes, even building trust with criminals, only to part ways with his partner in the end. He apprehended many murderers, but couldn't save the deceased or console their families. He fought against darkness, constantly resisting its temptations. He had to face both ruthless criminals and a chaotic family life. In the daily struggle, he also lost control, felt defeated, but life goes on, and he continues to navigate the gray edges of society as a law enforcer.
21.25 Million words | 2023-05-23 11:28Update
TV drama 'Season of Encounters' original novel. A lingering enmity spanning over two decades, two generations consumed by hatred. After a family tragedy, she and her brother changed their identities and spent their lives escaping their ancestors' grudges. Over twenty years later, faced with a broken marriage, a selfish and biased mother, a vengeful brother, and relentless descendants of enemies, she chooses to break the shackles of fate and change everything...
86.91 Million words | 2021-05-12 22:37Update
Xiaoshan is a beautiful and hurtful first love. Will they be able to exchange perseverance for togetherness after missing out on their youthful years? Muchenfei is a mysterious figure bathed in sunlight. His origin is unclear, but why has he appeared and why does he draw near? Moshaoqian is a domineering and despicable beast. No one knows whom his dark eyes are focused on so intently. Lost between tender rainfall and icy indifference, how can her heart stay firm? The vast layers of clouds, the thousand mountains at dusk, whose shadow will she follow...
17.07 Million words | 2023-05-16 20:51Update
"Warmed-over 1942" tells a story about famine. In 1942, Henan province suffered from a severe drought, leaving millions of people in desperation. Henan became a place where mothers cooked and consumed their own infants. This novel explores the memories of "My Grandma" and "My Peanut Second Uncle", as well as the investigation conducted by Bai Xiude, a journalist from the American magazine "Time", together documenting a disaster that the nation should never forget. Liu Zhenyun's "Warmed-over 1942" was included in the series "Chinese Contemporary Writers" published by People's Literature Publishing House. The film adaptation of the same name, directed by Feng Xiaogang, is scheduled to be released in the coming year, which once again attracts attention due to the collaboration between renowned artists and the acclaimed director.
10.73 Million words | 2023-02-13 17:40Update
He had a poor childhood, lacking the courage to be passionately in love; she had the brightest smile, not empathizing with the cruel reality. So, they had the most melancholic happiness, only hoping to meet at the end of memories. Since the day he became her adoptive child, he would only follow behind, never taking a step out of line, but for her, he would deceive the heavens and taste the fleeting sweetness unintentionally scattered by Cupid, even if it meant quenching his thirst with poison. Yet, in their sweetest past, he never uttered the words 'I love you'... When they were together, there was a lonely warmth, as if they relied on each other in a lost world, irreplaceable. But she left during their happiest time, gone for seven years. Time does not flow backwards, so the most moving promise is not 'I love you', but 'together'...
27.45 Million words | 2020-07-15 19:41Update
Warm Strings, warm and her Zhan Nanxian, under the warm sunshine, tells a story about distance and eternity. The love of youth, immature yet profound, did not perish due to a cruel breakup, but let two people nurture a forbidden name as a wound during their separate journeys of ten years. Even with the presence of another person, the deep longing in their hearts cannot be calmed. Who can withstand the longing more, the returning warmth or Zhan Nanxian, who spent ten years setting up a scheme to lure her back? Love between a man and a woman is like a war. No smoke fills the air, just a glance, a smile, a kiss, or a confession can make her surrender without resistance. However, he immediately announces his marriage to another woman. Is this love? The now unfamiliar Zhan Nanxian allows her to gradually see the manipulation at play but cannot escape the fate of being a pawn. Is it revenge? Her sudden departure ten years ago caused him years of pain, so is he using the love she offers again to mourn the collapsed world? Perhaps a love claimed to be eternal cannot withstand the hatred cultivated over time. And between him and her, only love and hatred remain, and the final choice before the closing act...
27.55 Million words | 2023-02-11 04:24Update
This story is related to love and art, but not limited to them. From the palace to the court, various characters once had lofty desires or ambitions, but each of them languished in the passage of time. All of this is related to the political chess game of the reign of Emperor Renzong. The author unveils a corner of the fading historical archives, grasping onto a small flame, to recreate their fragrances and appearances, to revive their joys and cries, flowing water of today, the preface of the bright moon. This allows the readers to revisit that distant yet familiar homeland.
39.88 Million words | 2020-10-08 02:26Update
★ Lonely genius of the world chess scene vs. rookie entertainment reporter Caught up in a bus theft case, she becomes his 'rumored girlfriend' The most touching promise in the world: with everything I have, as you wish. ★ In the black-and-white chessboard, between a few inches, I met you and saw a sky full of stars. If you're obsessed with Answer Me's Ze, infatuated with The Brain China's Wang Yuheng, or Go champion Ke Jie, then you must read this book! Keywords: modern romance, sweet love, youth competition, Go, reporter A sweet and charming story about the lonely genius of the world chess scene Cheng Jing and rookie entertainment reporter Sheng Jing.
21.05 Million words | 2022-04-16 23:02Update
Original novel 'Me and Your This Life and the Next'. Ye Shoushou, a simple and lovely girl, never expected that Yi Changning, who loved her so much, would suddenly let go of her hand and leave her side, her world. When she tried hard to forget the painful memory, news of Yi Changning's marriage pushed her into an abyss. Ji Nanfang, a carefree playboy, is Shoushou's childhood friend and older brother figure. In her most painful moments, he walked into her life. Actually, Ji Nanfang has always been by her side, she called him 'Brother Three' and he cared for her like a sister. In Shoushou's eyes, he was arrogant, arrogant, disrespectful, and trampled on women's feelings. Now, this person who used to argue with her brother has become a part of her life, and Shoushou's only thought is to hold on to this lifeline, hoping to find liberation from Yi Changning.
14.59 Million words | 2020-08-08 06:12Update
There is a kind of love that even if separated for a long time, miracles will happen once they meet again. Nie Yusheng, the only son of Dongyuan Group's chairman, returns after his studies and becomes a popular heart surgeon at the local hospital. Everyone is curious why such a handsome and wealthy man would choose to become a doctor. Perhaps only Nie Yusheng himself knows what changed him seven years ago. In the past seven years, Nie Yusheng has imagined countless times the scene of reuniting with his former lover Tan Jing, but he never expected that when they meet again, he would become the attending doctor of Tan Jing's son, Sun Ping. Life once again brings the two former lovers together, with unresolved misunderstandings from seven years ago and new worries added on. Tan Jing's current desperate and embarrassing life situation pains Nie Yusheng, and her miserable and helpless marital situation further crushes him. The usually calm, disciplined, and stable Nie Yusheng becomes confused and puzzled when facing Tan Jing, whom he used to cherish and love intensely. However, some things seem to have a predetermined fate. Nie Dongyuan, Nie Yusheng's father, visits the hospital where his son works due to illness and coincidentally encounters Sun Ping. Nie Dongyuan's unusual fondness for Sun Ping gives Nie Yusheng an incredible idea. In the past seven years, how many secrets has Tan Jing hidden? Do these secrets hide something unspeakable? Can the former deeply loving lovers break through all the grievances and entanglements?
17.30 Million words | 2021-12-30 15:28Update
If it was unfortunate, how did she meet a nobleman who made all women envy; if it was fortunate, why was he always extremely indifferent to her? If he didn't like her, why did he force a marriage; if he liked her, why did he ignore her after they got married? Mu Rong Qingyi, born into a prestigious and wealthy family, accidentally saves Ren Susu from a frightened horse at the racecourse. Is this love between the aristocratic young master and the commoner girl fate? Or is it a curse? When romance novels move away from the dreamy style of Korean dramas and delve into heart-wrenching and unforgettable love, perhaps it will be a whole new world. As the era of novels with weeping words is about to come...
16.32 Million words | 2023-05-27 13:25Update
Back then, when we were young, we had nothing but courage. The time of youth was like a bittersweet ballad, letting us lean against the railing on the rooftop. Happiness was only a little, held in the palm of our hands, too precious to forget. 'The Moon Shone Then' presents the treasured words of author Fei Wo Si Cun, who is said to have put forth a rare, satisfying ending for those who enjoy tormenting emotions. The men of the Mu Rong family from 'Too Late to Say I Love You' reappear; the red nobleman Rong Bo from 'Dreams of Engagement' finds himself in great trouble. Two short stories named after characters from Jin Yong's classic novels, Yang Bu Hui and Ji Xiao Fu, are completely subverted. Fei Wo Si Cun's version of Yang Bu Hui becomes a female general from the Yang family accidentally entering the Liao army camp, leading to a mischievous encounter full of laughter and danger. These love short stories, unseen by readers before, are infused with the unique flavor of Fei Wo Si Cun.
15.29 Million words | 2021-04-30 20:04Update
Wu Ling, with her exquisite beauty and grace, stands above all others. A life filled with loss and betrayal, where brothers fight and fathers mistrust their own sons. Under the oppressive weight of power, there is no branch to depend on. Amidst the pain of separation and longing, there is no solace to be found. Encountering you was not my choice. But now that we have crossed paths, I ask you to light a lantern for me and illuminate this maze of splendid hell. Perhaps then, we can journey together in the late spring to climb the southern mountains. To admire the blossoming trees and the vibrant swarm of singing birds. To listen to the cries of cranes, watch them dance upon the shattering jade-like water, and spread their wings to soar into the azure sky.
39.44 Million words | 2022-09-21 09:43Update
A story about a cold-hearted woman at the age of 30 who is reborn into the body of a 20-year-old boy and experiences a series of adventures. Being reborn in an awkward situation, she coincidentally enters the entertainment industry, only to find herself getting deeper and deeper into trouble. She becomes the heir to a prestigious family, the CEO of an entertainment company, and, oh my god, she discovers that her own origins are even more complicated!
19.25 Million words | 2020-07-03 21:08Update
Snail House, metaphor for a cramped living space, is a novel written by renowned author Liu Liu. Published in year, the novel revolves around the issue of housing and tells the emotional stories of young urbanites. It was later adapted into a TV series directed by Teng Huatao and starring Hai Qing, Li Nian, Hao Ping, Zhang Jiayi, and Wen Zhang. The series aired on major television networks in year and gained widespread attention and discussion due to its direct portrayal of current social issues and its reflection of the struggles faced by ordinary people in urban life under the backdrop of soaring housing prices.
26.82 Million words | 2020-10-28 12:41Update
A tear-like crystal-clear seal, an ancient golden letter, tells two stories of unwavering love and separation. The beloved man, holding hands with a beautiful bride who happens to be her sister. She thought her heart turned to ash, but the blood feud between loved ones forced her to stand against her lover. However, the man who suddenly appeared, handsome like a demon, is he the antidote to redeem her or the poison of love? When she returns, she makes a pact with him and transforms into a beautiful avenging goddess, slaying their common enemy. But she is merely a mortal trapped in the mundane world, unable to let go of love, hatred, greed, and delusion. And him, will the demonic love be blessed? The flower, having lost its owner, will the resplendent and dazzling Fragrant Cold and the sorrowful and hopeless karmic bond continue to shine a hundred years later?
10.17 Million words | 2023-02-10 06:41Update
The 'Ice Queen' Han Lu, on the verge of completing her medal Grand Slam, suffers a severe injury at the Winter Olympics and is taken to the hospital, thus ending her solo skating career. Persuaded by coach Liu Bofei, she switches to pair skating and is paired with Xue Haoyang, a young male skater who has just been abandoned by his partner. From being initially incompatible and considered the worst pair skating combination in history, they overcome technical breakthroughs, negative publicity, and other difficulties, gradually becoming close siblings on the ice. The passion and dreams on the ice stage blossom and bear fruit. One is the 'Ice Queen' on the brink of retirement due to injury, the other is a figure skating dropout marginalized by a bottleneck. From mutual rejection to soulful partners, they join hands during their low points and perform unrivaled on the ice. Only those who can touch the skies symbolic of limits are true geniuses. Only by touching the limits with a burning passion can one stand undefeated.
31.01 Million words | 2021-09-13 15:58Update
Throughout my life, I have longed to be cherished, carefully placed, and properly preserved. To avoid being startled, to avoid hardship, to avoid wandering aimlessly, to avoid having no one to rely on. But that person, I know, I have always known, will never come. The one who took so much effort to be together, the former lover of my late sister, how could the stubborn Ye Jing bear the repeated disappointments from that sarcastic brother-in-law? After finally succeeding in divorce, she is targeted once again by another gentle brother-in-law who has always loved her sister. In order to protect the little bean in her belly, Ye Jing has to engage in a long-term battle with both invincible brother-in-laws. Love is full of twists and turns, misunderstandings multiply exponentially, and fate suddenly throws a devastating blow at Ye Jing. Can she, who firmly believes that love can create miracles, finally achieve a happily ever after with her true love? Please also believe in the power of love to create miracles.
8.72 Million words | 2022-01-26 09:19Update
A pair of marriage swindlers, fleeing for their lives, fall off a cliff and travel through time. She becomes a beggar girl in this world, while he becomes a handsome and wealthy heir in a powerful family. Fate brings them together once again thirteen years later. They meet, yet do not recognize each other. She keeps her secrets hidden as they spend time together. He struggles with regret and a growing attraction, feeling a strange sense of familiarity. When Flower Unyielding's true identity is revealed, what kind of storms will it stir up? Who among her past and present companions - the sworn brother, the young master of Feiyun Castle, or the enigmatic Lotus-Clad Traveler - will be the one to stand by her side no matter what?
82.88 Million words | 2022-07-29 07:16Update
