Title: Exploring the World of Speculative Historical Fiction Introduction: Speculative historical fiction is a captivating genre that combines elements of history and imagination. It takes readers on a journey to alternate worlds, reimagined pasts, and even glimpses into the future while staying rooted in historical events. In this article, we will delve into the world of speculative historical fiction, introduce some notable works and authors, and provide recommendations for websites to explore this fascinating genre. 1. Notable Works: 1.1 "The Calculating Stars" by Mary Robinette Kowal: Set in an alternate 1950s America, this novel explores a world where a cataclysmic event threatens life on Earth. Elma York, a brilliant mathematician and pilot, fights against gender bias and prejudice as she becomes a part of the International Aerospace Coalition, a group aiming to colonize space and save humankind. "The Calculating Stars" won the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 2019. 1.2 "Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell" by Susanna Clarke: Set in the early 19th century during the Napoleonic Wars, this novel brings magic back to England. It follows the relationship between two magicians, Jonathan Strange and Gilbert Norrell, as they navigate the world of sorcery and its impact on society. Combining historical detail with fantastical elements, this book won the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 2005. 2. Emerging Authors: 2.1 Alix E. Harrow: Harrow's novel "The Ten Thousand Doors of January" takes readers on a thrilling journey through portals to different worlds. This enchanting tale provides a unique blend of historical fiction, magical realism, and portal fantasy that captivates both young and adult audiences. 2.2 C.J. Sansom: Sansom's "Shardlake" series transports readers to Tudor England during the reign of King Henry VIII. The series follows the adventures of lawyer Matthew Shardlake as he navigates political intrigue, religious conflicts, and mysteries. Sansom's attention to historical accuracy and vivid storytelling has made him a prominent figure in the genre. 3. Recommended Websites: 3.1 Goodreads: Goodreads is a popular online platform where readers can discover, rate, review, and discuss books. It features an extensive collection of speculative historical fiction recommendations, author profiles, and user-generated lists, making it an excellent resource for finding new reads in this genre. 3.2 Historical Novel Society: The Historical Novel Society website offers a wealth of resources for historical fiction enthusiasts. It provides reviews, articles, author interviews, and a community forum where readers can engage with fellow fans. Their comprehensive book lists and annual awards highlight exceptional works within the genre. Conclusion: Speculative historical fiction offers a unique blend of history and imagination, immersing readers in worlds where the past takes on new dimensions. With exceptional works from renowned authors like Mary Robinette Kowal and Susanna Clarke, as well as emerging talents like Alix E. Harrow and C.J. Sansom, there is a vast array of captivating stories to explore. By utilizing recommended websites such as Goodreads and the Historical Novel Society, readers can discover even more remarkable books and engage with a vibrant community of fellow enthusiasts. So, embark on a literary adventure and let the wonders of speculative historical fiction transport you to new realms of imagination.
Know the art of binding spirits, beware the ghosts in the midnight. Urban legends of the mountain village, deciphering truths from falsehoods. Skilled Taoist revealing mystical methods, bringing salvation to the world. Unveiling the secrets, challenging taboos, battling spirits with Yin-Yang mysteries. Searching for the souls lost to the underworld, harboring unfulfilled desires. Guided by paper figures, venturing into the deep mountains, where not a trace remains of the dragons feasting on bones. Setting up iron coffins to suppress evil, haunted by thousand-year-old spirits. In order to save lives, the Purple Yin Immortal descended from the heavenly mountains. Holding the Bagua mirror, both ugly and beautiful.
154.28 Million words | 2023-06-26 03:02Update
Under the gaze of endless stars, amidst eternal darkness, the new master of an empire arises. Carrying the torch of the dusk will, the Dusk Monarch journeys through endless worlds, witnessing the rise and rebirth of an empire. I am the Dusk Monarch, forever the dusk...
564.25 Million words | 2022-02-17 21:00Update
She, a distinguished PhD in biology, was forced to sell flowers for a living in her reincarnation. Despite being scorned by everyone, she managed to sell flowers in various ways. He, despite his high status, would eventually bow down to her pomegranate skirt. However, things are never easy, and the world is unpredictable.
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As the bio-apocalypse arrives, Li Ming gains access to a system that allows him to travel through fantasy worlds. Well, things start to get interesting...
220.82 Million words | 2022-09-21 01:38Update
A legendary tale born from a cucumber. One evening, caught red-handed, the man angrily exclaimed, 'You've really forgotten me?' She scratched her head and apologized, 'Sorry, I suffer from prosopagnosia, I couldn't recognize you for a moment.' The man leaned in and kindly reminded her, 'That night, six months ago...' She blushed and confessed, 'It was you!' The man laughed confidently, not just then, but forever! If she couldn't remember one incident due to face blindness, would she ever remember anything in their lifetime?
169.84 Million words | 2022-09-05 15:31Update
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568.27 Million words | 2021-05-23 07:47Update
Mo Lan Su, a modern female soldier, accidentally obtains an incredible space ring and learns that she has only one year left in the modern world before she heads to the mystical continent in a fantasy world. In the remaining year, Mo Lan Su's only focus is shopping and studying. After a year, armed with modern resources, she travels to the mysterious continent. In the land of Xuanwu, Mo Lan Su's soul transmigrates into the body of the prime minister's legitimate daughter with the same name. Unfortunately, the original host's appearance is ruined, preventing her from cultivating and subjecting her to constant bullying. But no worries, Mo Lan Su's arrival will overturn this continent as she constantly improves herself and wows everyone. Alchemy, refining techniques, cultivation, taming mythical creatures, exploring various ancient ruins, obtaining precious treasures, seeking her parents, and eliminating enemies... However, how did this enchanting troublemaker latch onto her? 'Lan'er, you can't run away.'
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She was once the princess of the Yongle Emperor, adorned with jade leaves and golden branches. Due to a palace crisis, her mother was tragically killed, and she was forced to hide in the residence of the Minister of the Imperial Household. The gem that ties them together is lost in the distance. He, orphaned by the bloodshed of the Ten Clans by the honorable scholar Fang Xiaoru, spent his life on a mission to assassinate Zhu Di. His courage soars in the sky, while the wind blows with melancholy. In the mysterious twists of fate, their paths will eventually cross... Tides surge, storm rages, thorns encroach upon the approaching dawn.
227.96 Million words | 2023-06-05 21:03Update
I have had a turbulent destiny, learning the art of witch doctors from the Miao family. I have slept in haunted burial grounds and practiced rituals in deep forests. Unbeknownst to me, I carried a sinister curse for years, which turned out to be black magic. Fearless of the forces of evil, I unintentionally caused a tragedy and had to flee to a foreign country, where I unexpectedly became a professional witch doctor. A new book is being published, and I kindly ask for your support! Updates will be posted daily with one to two new chapters. Feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions about the plot. I humbly welcome guidance from experienced readers! QQ Discussion Group: .
308.83 Million words | 2021-04-27 13:14Update
She was the legitimate daughter of a high-ranking official, born into a wealthy family, but she willingly gave it all up for the man of humble origins that she loved. With her support, he studied hard for ten years, hoping to pass the imperial examination and achieve success. However, at the moment of his triumph, his true colors were revealed by a rival. Betrayed by the person she loved most, she was condemned by society and faced with disgraceful accusations. Her indifferent husband, a malicious stepsister, and a cruel father all contributed to her tragic fate. As a highly respected daughter of a noble family, she met a tragic end in a dilapidated temple.
219.04 Million words | 2021-01-16 11:26Update
New book 'Daily Life of Teacher Chan Hei' - A person who can transform real objects from pictures with the help of an alien robot companion, such as a pair of new shoes, a barrel of gasoline, a pile of gemstones, a nuclear bomb, a giant dragon, a planet, or a divine being. Group Number, a QQ group for casual bantering.
263.97 Million words | 2021-07-24 20:35Update
A completed novel with guaranteed quality, don't worry about falling into a hole! In her previous life, she died with resentment in the cold palace as an abandoned consort. In this life, she was reborn as a common daughter of a noble family. Step by step, she aims to return everything he owes her. He is the noble lineage of the imperial family, a killer of gods, feared by the emperor. He is reserved and cautious, but her appearance interrupts his carefully planned chessboard and disrupts his heart's desires. He says, 'The mortal world is full of worldly affairs, and fate cannot be escaped. The three thousand weak rivers, I take a sip.' She smiles, 'I am just a lonely soul in this mundane world, where is there a heart?'
95.15 Million words | 2022-02-14 09:47Update
In her previous life, Gu Yunzhao was ruthlessly persecuted by her enemies, losing her family and loved ones. In her new life, she vows to seek revenge a hundredfold. With great determination, she embarks on a journey to annihilate her enemies. However, she unexpectedly ends up engaged to her father's neglected, low-status, and prematurely deceased adoptive son, Rong Ling, a man who possesses a devastatingly handsome face capable of causing chaos in the nation. Confused and contemplating breaking off the engagement, Gu Yunzhao soon discovers that Rong Ling is the ultimate winner of power struggles from her previous life. To add to the complexity, there is a staggering secret between them. Gu Yunzhao sharpens her skills and sets out to win over Rong Ling. She believes that beautiful flowers deserve handsome men, and powerful swords deserve heroes. And most importantly, she deserves him. With a nonchalant expression, Rong Ling lifts his eyelids and remarks, 'Is that so?' Gu Yunzhao cautiously tests the waters and replies, 'Perhaps we are a perfect match in size?' Rong Ling's response is silence...
528.44 Million words | 2022-05-06 05:44Update
Once upon a time, game NPCs were merely symbols for our entertainment, programmed with emotions and the cycle of life and death. We never spared a moment to stop and think about these symbols, for we were gamers, esteemed as the children of gods in the gaming world! Until one day, we were abandoned by the gods. We became insignificant symbols - NPCs, and the endless slaughter began!
394.18 Million words | 2021-07-03 10:10Update
Chinese culture is profound and extensive, with ancient people possessing extraordinary wisdom. They understood the secrets of the heavens and summarized human destiny as follows: 1. Fate: The birth date and time, as well as the four pillars of destiny. 2. Luck: The flow of years and overall trends. 3. Feng Shui: The influences of Yin and Yang in residential and natural environments. 4. Accumulating Virtue: Upholding good conduct, cultivating the heart...
493.46 Million words | 2020-12-20 22:31Update
(New Novel: "The Fresh Wife: Mr. Qi, Goodnight") Five years ago, she slept with an outrageously handsome male PR, throwing a check of a hundred thousand to buy him for a night. Five years later, she returned to the country with her genius and adorable baby, only to be thrown onto a big bed by a certain man. She was shocked and angry, "Didn't I pay you? I didn't sleep with you for free!" The man clenched his teeth, restrained himself, and unbuttoned his shirt, saying, "I'm cheap, a hundred thousand can buy me for a lifetime." She weakly asked, "Can I return you?" But when she looked up, she discovered, "Uh... when did you become so clean?"
539.03 Million words | 2020-07-30 08:55Update
Unexpectedly abandoned on the moon by aliens, Cao Chuan gained the power to accelerate technological development by thousands of times. He embarked on a great mission to conquer the vast universe. Want to go on a space tour? Want to experience the joy of traveling at the speed of light? Want to buy a planet and become a king? Want to witness a supernova explosion? Want to see what lies on the other side of a black hole? Eastern Galaxy Exploration Company is at your service.
160.20 Million words | 2021-10-29 13:28Update
In her past life, Sumu Jin was betrayed and killed. Despite her humble background as a farmer, she possessed both exceptional beauty and talent. With her unmatched skills in medical acupuncture and shrewd business acumen, coupled with her connection to the royal family, she became the foremost merchant in the empire. However, in her pursuit to help her beloved ascend to the position of prime minister, she lost all sense of morality and committed heinous acts. Little did she know that her sacrifice would only bring her a poisoned cup, leaving her mute and crippled. Trapped in a dark room, after years of planning and calculations, she finally buried her dream of power and wealth. Seeking revenge, she left the world with a smile, but little did she expect to wake up again at the age of eleven. In this second life, her father, brothers, and mother were all alive and well. Her sister wasn't blinded, and her younger brother hadn't suffered a brain injury. In her past life, her blindness of heart had not only harmed herself but also the family who loved and protected her. In this life, she came to repay her debts
512.70 Million words | 2022-02-14 06:13Update
Twelve years ago, a smiling face plaster mask reignited the desire for solving cases in the leader of the Special Investigation Team, Jiang Xiaofeng. In a series of cases with a time span of no more than five years each, he and his team relied on the method of mental palace and situational reconstruction to reenact the crimes of the past, uncovering various clues and pursuing the real culprits! Certain details in the cases would prick the taboos deep in Jiang Xiaofeng's heart, revealing the things he had experienced in the past and would encounter in the future. These extraordinary cases awaited him to uncover the manipulators behind the scenes. This book shares the same universe as "Bizarre Cases: Uncovering the Culprits", and the characters Xu Junliang and others will make appearances! The film and television rights for "Bizarre Cases: Uncovering the Culprits" have already been sold, so you can continue to expect more exciting stories! Author's work Q: [no additional information provided]
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The end of the world has arrived, but Fang Lin is not afraid because he can summon protagonists from movies and TV shows to help me fight monsters. There are zombies wielding hammers, but don't worry, my brother has a shield made of vibrating gold. I encounter a terrifying long-range mutant beast, but stay calm, my friend is a prince of the elf race. What? There's a gigantic and monstrous mutant creature? Don't fret, I have Xiao Hei, who seems to be a dragon. We will drive a fierce post-apocalyptic vehicle through the desolate wasteland, exploring this incredibly unfamiliar world. Why do meteor showers occur? Why do zombies appear? The world is so vast, and I want to go and see. PS: New book uploaded, seeking clicks, collections, recommendations, evaluations, rewards, and criticisms!
568.70 Million words | 2023-02-25 23:22Update
Origin, the pure energy of heaven and earth. Mastering the origin allows one to dominate the universe. Shen Fei, a descendant of a family stranded on a low-level life planet, awakens his own unique power due to a sudden opportunity. Shen Fei steps into the amazing world of the universe, exploring the Divine Farmer's Secret Realm, the Elite Training Camp, the Family Ranking Battle, the Sea King Realm, and the God Emperor's Lair. Each adventure pushes Shen Fei towards the pinnacle of the universe. The human race, the demon race, the insect race, the mechanical race, the devil race, the star race, the cosmic giants, and the fire tribe stand in a delicate balance. The universe begins to descend into chaos as a pair of enormous black hands control everything from behind the scenes. Witness how Shen Fei seizes the origin and conquers the universe! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ With over a million words already, you can read with confidence. It will definitely not be censored! If you, dear readers, think that "Origin's Starry Sky" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and on Weibo
154.21 Million words | 2021-02-05 10:05Update
