Speculative fiction is a genre of literature that encompasses a wide range of imaginative and futuristic themes. It is often used as an umbrella term to describe works of science fiction, fantasy, horror, and even alternative history. This genre explores the possibilities and implications of various concepts, such as technological advancements, scientific discoveries, supernatural elements, and speculative societies. In speculative fiction, authors build fictional worlds that may deviate from our own reality, allowing them to explore what-ifs and provoke thoughts about the human condition. This genre is characterized by its ability to challenge our understanding of the world and push the boundaries of what we believe is possible. One well-known example of speculative fiction is "Dune" by Frank Herbert. Set in a distant future, "Dune" explores a feudal interstellar society and the political and ecological consequences of controlling the only known source of a valuable substance called "spice." Another remarkable work in this genre is "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood. This dystopian novel envisions a future where a totalitarian government has stripped women of their rights and reduced them to reproductive servitude. Through this unsettling tale, Atwood raises questions about power, gender roles, and the dangers of extremism. Fans of speculative fiction can also immerse themselves in the works of renowned authors like Isaac Asimov, Ursula K. Le Guin, Philip K. Dick, and Octavia Butler. These authors have made significant contributions to the genre and continue to inspire both readers and writers alike. To explore more speculative fiction novels, websites such as Goodreads, which offers recommendations based on user preferences, can be helpful. Additionally, platforms like Project Gutenberg provide access to a vast collection of classic speculative fiction books that are available for free. In conclusion, speculative fiction is an exciting and thought-provoking genre that captivates readers with its imaginative and futuristic storytelling. Whether you are interested in science fiction, fantasy, or dystopian societies, this multifaceted genre has something to offer everyone. So dive into the realms of speculative fiction and prepare to be transported to new and thrilling worlds.
"He is the absolute ruler of several galaxies!" exclaimed an adventurous traveler. "He is also a god who has created countless races... (biantai)!" described a female creature with cat ears. "He is a cunning businessman!" added a companion. "He is clearly a demon! If it weren't for my carelessness, how could he have gotten his hands on me!" said the secretive Gaia loli fiercely. In reality, he is just an amateur doujinshi artist, who flirted with an Earth loli (Gaia), and was exiled to a desolate planet. There, he became the planet's will, using colonial battleships and violence to promote racial diversity
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Before Xie Bangui became an exorcist, his master's only admonition was, "Don't ask what's inside the coffin unless you really open it! Don't ask what's buried in the tomb unless you really dig it up." Xie Bangui asked, "What does the Ghost Court actually do?" "They kill both ghosts and humans, protect the land and steal tombs. They are both human and ghost."
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A well-known game company, Dimension Game Company, released an unknown game for download. The opening time was only five hours, and the global download count exceeded 190,000 people! The next day, the game opened, and 190,000 gamers found themselves trapped in an unknown world! Panic and fear were followed by excitement! This is a game that transcends time and space! Because the abilities and items obtained in the game can be used in the real world! What's more important is that the NPCs befriended in the game can follow players into the real world! So, a group of pro gamers had to work hard in the virtual world in order to show off in the real world! Dancing with a hundred-foot behemoth,
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There are over a thousand branches in Taoism, Buddhism flourishes everywhere, while the path of the Underworld remains little known! Unbound by the constraints of the Three Realms and Six Paths, unconstrained by the measurement of right and wrong, divination, dream interpretation, Feng Shui, exorcism, and ghost-catching, I declare myself the first, even Dao and Buddha must step aside!
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One day, I crossed over and became the daughter of the Prime Minister. My father doesn't love me and my mother doesn't care. They even forced me to marry someone! Rumor has it that the person I'm going to marry is the emperor's favorite prince? I like the prince, he's wealthy and powerful! Rumor has it that the prince I'm going to marry is disabled? I like disabled people, I can control them as I please! With my excellent medical skills, I cure the prince's disabilities. Originally, I thought he would support me, but who would have thought that this prince is actually wickedly cunning! Who controls who, we'll see about that...
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Xia Chu was feeling a bit down at the beginning of summer. She used to be a promising police cadet, but suddenly found herself transported to another era, where she had to disguise herself as a man and work in a brothel. A murder case presented an opportunity for her to showcase her abilities, and she accidentally ended up in the yamen (government office). Well, if she couldn't become a police officer, being a constable was still a way to indirectly fulfill her dreams. She excelled at performing autopsies, investigating cases, and using her reasoning skills to catch criminals. However, while she was adept at handling crime investigations, how would she handle this unexpected love that had suddenly entered her life?
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Four years ago, he took him and escaped. Four years later, he became a general, he became a prince, and the general took the prince again, but escaped once more. The one who was taken only knew that he was taken, but could never find the person he wanted to crush to pieces... With their identities as ruler and subject, their emotions in turmoil, a game of chase and be chased began. Who captured whom in the end? Was it his life? Or was it his heart? P.S. This story contains two plots. It has a happy ending and is recommended for those who enjoy light-hearted stories. Please bookmark it. O(^_^)O~~ Group Chat: [group number]
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As a transmigrator, Blueze's greatest cheat is not the ability to replicate all beings, but the ability to acquire a relative power template simply by introducing a film of a specific genre. The most notable characteristic of these templates is that they have a limited lifespan, and all abilities loaded onto the template can be seamlessly fused together. Imagine combining the Sting from The Lord of the Rings, the Kryptonian physique from Superman, the exponential growth of Ant-Man, the enhanced rage of the Hulk, the super-speed of the Flash, and the regenerative speed of Wolverine. All superheroes would be nothing compared to the strongest being in this world, which is undoubtedly me! PS: Uralala's small group on QQ has been created. Feeling cute and adorable
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I am Godzilla, the ruler of Earth! *** (ps: Humans sometimes want to go wild too)
549.28 Million words | 2021-12-03 19:10Update
I took a photo with my phone and accidentally captured a naked woman. Strangely, when I tried to delete this 'indecent' photo, I couldn't delete it no matter what! This undeletable photo led me into an unknown mysterious world! And because of it, that naked woman started haunting me! Afterwards, many horrifying incidents happened around me! The thousand-year-old fox demon in the Longjing Tea Plantation, the ghostly apparitions in the haunted house, the urban legends of evil babies on the university campus, the perpetually mysterious pond, the terrifying rumors from the forbidden grounds... What exactly are ghosts? Why do some people die quietly while others become vengeful spirits? Let's follow the footsteps of the protagonist
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【Coming soon in print and adapted for film and television!】As a professor at the police academy for X years, I recount real supernatural cases from China. "The Case", "The Red Dress Serial Killer Case", "The Phone Murder Case", "The Filthy Maniac"... Black Rock's most realistic, logically rigorous, meticulously thought-out, and compelling crime suspense masterpiece. For inquiries regarding the film and television rights of "The Murder Code", please contact Miss Zhao (phone number):
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Li Ming developed a highly effective drug for treating AIDS, overnight becoming famous and wealthy, eventually becoming a billionaire. Soon after, unbelievable technologies such as a cancer cure, organ cultivation, and more emerged like mushrooms after rain...
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Five years ago, his family was devastated and he was pushed to the brink of death! Five years later, he made a strong comeback, slaying all his enemies! I want the world to tremble in fear at the sound of my voice and be terrified at the mention of my name! - Qin Luo!
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In the apocalypse, everyone is searching for treasures and tomb raiding to survive and level up. Facing the undead, the fear is indescribable! Fighting monsters, the danger is unparalleled! Competing against others, the crisis is ever-present! Welcome to the era of the Apocalypse Tomb··········
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Grandfather passed down the skill of painting portraits, but that day, a peculiar guest arrived and broke the taboo warned by my grandfather...
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Others work hard to collect fragments and accumulate bloodlines, Ye Xin works hard to replicate others' bloodlines. Others risk their lives to kill bosses and obtain equipment, Ye Xin risks his life to replicate boss equipment. Others spend all their wealth to learn a skill, Ye Xin effortlessly replicates a skill and enjoys himself! In fact, this is the reincarnated journey of the king of knockoffs... "Thor, lend me your hammer for a couple of days, I promise to return it!" "Dang Ma, let me read your palm... I promise it will be gentle!" "Hey! Your name is Lex Luther? Wait, let me borrow some Kryptonite!" "Oh my, Hulk! Oh my god! Let me touch the gourd on your head!"... You may think this is DC? No
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Lan Dodo gave up his qualification as an interstellar elf and the power of magic to stay on Earth with his good brother Cai Xiaodou. However, the Black Star people did not give up and sought revenge at any cost. As a result, Lan Dodo and his companions faced crisis after crisis once again...
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The night my neighbor got married, the bride died because of me...
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Just like winning the lottery, Sun Yang was given a chance to return to a turning point in his life. With the help of a system from an alien planet with entertaining qualities, Sun Yang gradually becomes extraordinary. He experiences various different lives in one virtual world after another. PS: This book starts slow and Sun Yang doesn't become invincible right from the beginning. Please, dear readers, enjoy it slowly.
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In ancient times, emperors had three thousand beauties in their harem and a million formidable soldiers. Zhang Fei chuckled and said, "I've only got a small corps of beautiful women, not many, just a million. They can serve me in my daily life and fight enemies, invincible and mighty." What about the slaughter of the city by the undead? What about powerful monsters devouring people? What about the dangerous mutations of animals and plants, turning the mountains and forests into perilous territories? Even as humanity continues to diminish, engaged in internal strife and plotting against each other, what should be done? Zhang Fei continued to chuckle, with the corps of beautiful women in his hands, "I will conquer the world
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