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.
A certain otaku crossed over and became Li Kuiyong. Since it's the world of "The Bloody Romance," he should also make a suave appearance like Zhong Yuemin, right? Unexpectedly: He moved into a courtyard full of beasts, with a neighbor named He Yuzhu. A family of eight, starving and waiting for food. Should he receive two jin of buns from Brother Zhuzhu or steal an old hen from Xu Damao's house? In the world of "The Bloody Romance," he encounters "A Loving Home," "Soldiers' Assault," "Youth," and more... Where in life do we not meet?
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(New book "Provocative Wife: Evil Emperor, So Mysterious" is now available. Please support!) "My love, you'll take charge of 'giving birth,' and I'll take charge of 'everyday.'" Si Yutian cut the longevity cake into four pieces, with the word "生" (birth) on one and "日" (everyday) on the other. "Get out!" She, a prominent military doctor who traversed into the abandoned daughter of the Ye family, was forced into a mental asylum by her fiancé. He, the crown prince of the largest empire, was cunning and mysterious, carrying out secret missions, and happened to live next door to her. Being neighbors is one thing, but have you ever seen a neighbor who crawls into your bed every day? Isn't it shameless? Handsome neighbor
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Blind date can also go wrong? One wrong step, endless mistakes! "Accompany me, or jump down, your choice," said the man generously. This is the ninth floor! It's a tragic incident... Jump down, or stay? Join the purgatory iron fan group for questions, plot discussions, and the secret password "purgatory".
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When an ordinary person gains the ability to deduce technology, he is destined to ignite an extraordinary technological frenzy! PS: The summary is inadequate, but it conveys the general idea. PS: I have created a group hoping that everyone can come and exchange ideas. Group number: [Please provide group number]
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Marriage scam? What's a marriage scam? It's when a sinister and cunning wolf in sheep's clothing devours and destroys an innocent and pure lotus flower from beginning to end. You've let go of this prince's princess. Prince, your younger sister already has someone she loves. A gentleman shouldn't take away someone else's love. It's alright, this prince only wanted a princess anyway. Since your sister ran away, the debt shall be repaid by the brother. ...Prince, I am a man. So you finally remember that you're a man. Why didn't you remember when you replaced your sister in the wedding sedan? No matter, since you and your sister look alike, as long as you appear in some occasions and disguise yourself, no one will know. How about it, if you agree, I won't go and find your sister. Announcement: "The Male Consort Marries II" is
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Introduction to The Corpse Chaser During the late Qing Dynasty, the situation was chaotic. The country was engulfed in continuous warfare, with external aggression from foreign invaders, internal threats from corrupt officials and bandits, and rampant lawlessness from banditry. This led to immense suffering and displacement among the common people, who lived in constant fear and uncertainty. In such turbulent times, the lives of the ordinary people were akin to living in hell. Apart from enduring the horrors of war, they also faced countless natural disasters and man-made calamities, resulting in starvation, death, and even cannibalism. Speaking of those who died far away from their homes, it is said that in ancient times, there was a belief that a person or an object always had a final resting place. This was especially true for people, as their bodies had to be buried in their hometowns after death; otherwise, they would become lonely and restless spirits, excluded from the cycle of reincarnation, abandoned by heaven,
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She, Gu Ruoyun, the famous waste of Qinglong Country, her parents are both deceased, born weak, bringing disgrace to the entire General's Manor. In the end, she was unjustly beaten to death by her own grandfather because of a dispute with someone else. When she opened her eyes again, she shed her weak self and became a different lady! With treasures in her possession and a contract with four divine beasts, even the top experts of Qinglong Country are vying to become her followers... Pills? What are they? She can casually refine them. Low-grade spiritual weapons powerful? Even her subordinates use high-grade spiritual weapons. You have high-level spiritual beasts? Sorry, the holy beast behind her has thousands of soldiers and horses, overpowering all heroes! But who can tell her what's going on with this powerful evildoer of a man? Why does he persistently entangle with her and swear to
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- Facing her husband's use of supporting impoverished girls as an excuse to bring the mistress into their home, Gu Xia struggled and suffered but ultimately embarked on the path of divorce and retaliation. Their three-year marriage couldn't withstand the charm of the post-90s mistress, a pitiful and innocent white flower. After being blind to the truth for a few years, she finally saw it clearly! What's the point of holding on to such a relationship and such a man? In order to divorce, she cut ties with her family without hesitation. When she walked away free and easy, her ex-husband continued to entangle her! However, there are so many men in this world, and there are even more men who are better than scumbags! When two people who have both experienced betrayal meet, only they can truly understand the depth of each other's pain! ******* They
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My eyes were born peculiar, and later I found out that it was the "diamond angry eyes" physiognomy. In order to marry a wife, I had no choice but to leave behind the ordinary mundane life and embark on a different path... A fantastical story awaits in "Diamond Angry Eyes".
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My relationship with Xu Jiaye can be summarized in eight words - addictive and irresistible. I spent three years by his side, and there were people whispering in my ear, claiming that since I came into Xu Jiaye's life, hardly any other woman could even touch his sleeve. However, I have truly witnessed that as soon as he left my bed, he would immediately embrace another woman in the private room.
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As a web writer who has written one or two fan fiction novels, Yunfeng, in his own fantasy world, may have the power to control everything like a god, but in reality, he is just an ordinary young man in his twenties. However, on one fateful night, after finally finishing a two-year-long fan fiction novel, he was struck by a strange light and fell into a coma. When he woke up, he found himself not only in the world described in "Infinite Horror," but also unlucky enough to replace the chubby character who died at the beginning of the story for breaking the rules... Despite the various dangers in the strange horror movie universe, with the inheritance of the dragon race and the ability to master thousands of types of unconventional dragon flames, how could he be a pushover? After gradually unraveling the many secrets within the main god's space... he will completely
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Reader QQ group, Chen Guo can't understand whether she is lucky or unlucky. In the void space, she has been given a second chance at life after a car accident, but she must abide by the game rules set by the main god, traversing through different levels of terrifying apocalyptic slaughter... As for the male lead, Conan's character, it's great that they eat, sleep, and play games together, but he is troubled by how to win the female lead's heart... Ps: This story focuses on leveling up and slaying monsters, with relationships as a secondary plot. The female lead is intelligent and impulsive, while the male lead is calm and scheming, creating a clash of two strong personalities.
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Broken Yin people killed, solved the Water Star connection, drew the Lock of the Young Boy, summoned the Soul of the Deceased; Dark marriage, passed down the Yin, lit ghost candles... I have done all these bizarre, mysterious, and unpredictable things. I am a Yin walking woman, traveling across the north and south of China, where Yin spirits and resentful ghosts bow three times upon seeing me. However, I was devoured completely by a man who was half human and half ghost...
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In her previous life, Cheng Jiaoyue, from a fallen family, was forced to marry a learned scholar in a village. Filled with resentment, she indulged in laziness, treating her family as slaves, and constantly abusing her husband. She was known as the village's notorious shrew, causing people to itch with hatred. However, her luck was good. Her weak-willed husband achieved great success in the imperial examination, becoming the top scholar. Within three years, he rose to become a high-ranking official. Everyone expected that she would be divorced, but he remained faithful to her. She had thought she would live a life of wealth and power, oppressing her husband, but little did she know, her husband rebelled against the dynasty and their entire household was executed. Upon awakening, Cheng Jiaoyue found herself back on the morning after her wedding.
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I recommend a new book by Xiaoge, "Sweet and Loving Hidden Marriage: CEO, So Doting!" Before marriage, Chi Enen thought that marrying Li Beijue would allow her to dominate the city of Lin. However, after marriage, she finally realized that it was the crabs that walked sideways, and the one she married was Li's wife! In front of others, he is a cold-hearted, young and wealthy empire CEO. But only Chi Enen knows how domineering and unpredictable this man is behind closed doors. Finally, one day, the exasperated Li's wife exploded. "Li Beijue, what do you want from me?" "I want you to fall in love with me!" Everyone knows that the CEO is an extremely possessive and paranoid man! He would even hate to be a second away from his wife, and if he can't see her for a second, his paranoia would kick in...
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In the eyes of the world, Mo Junting, the powerful and influential Emperor Iceberg, is like a rare flower, handsome and wealthy, with a pure and contented heart. Only Yan Zhi Xin knows how stubborn and domineering he truly is. She wants to escape from his side, but he keeps her by his side day and night, saying, "You were born to be mine, in life and in death, you will never escape from me!" Yan Zhi Xin breaks down, pleading, "No! Let go of me!" But when she is truly on the verge of collapse, it is he who embraces her, giving her the tenderness of a whole world...
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It is said that the Fox Spirit, who was banished from the country after causing the collapse and tragic demise of the Li family, has returned. On that night, Li Yeting held her waist tightly, his gaze dark and malicious: "When did I give you permission?" Qiao Weiyi smirked coldly, the only one to laugh: "Mr. Li, rumors are dangerous. We have long settled our differences, so please behave yourself." The next day, all the influential figures in the capital immediately received a red card warning from the Li family: "Our young mistress has a temper, and she can't stand idle gossip." They sat waiting for Qiao Weiyi to fall from grace and flee: ??? When did you receive your license?
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Hao Yi A human with superpowers and an exceptionally high IQ He learns the meaning of resilience in the face of setbacks Undergoes the baptism of war on the battlefield Realizes the value of life through death From a soldier to a national leader, he leads the fleet to exterminate the insect race, slaughter the star spirits, occupy resources, unify the human world, dominate the galaxy, and defy the heavens to become king! ___________________ Need your support, brothers, please give me your encouragement!
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After breaking up with her cheating boyfriend, Lan Ruoxin went on a trip to the sea to relax but accidentally fell into the water and found herself on a deserted island. This island is called Beastman Island. There are successful evolved beastmen, semi-evolved half-beastmen with strange appearances, and failed evolutions. There are chaotic Aiqiya tribes of various races, tree-dwelling ape tribes, crocodile tribes that dominate the only river, tiger tribes, reclusive wolf tribes, strong and powerful bear tribes, and the ugliest giant hyena tribe, the only hermaphroditic species on the island. This island is inhabited by all sorts of strange and extinct beastmen: land-running winged tribes, ocean-dwelling marine beastmen that can fly. You have never seen or heard of them before. This island follows the law of the jungle, where the weak are preyed upon by the strong. Watch how the female protagonist collects handsome men while transforming from weakness to
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"What? A group of women doing what in bed with a man? Wait, did I just time travel? And I ended up directly on the prince's bed? Damn it, you've devoured me as soon as I arrived! Watch me leave you! So you already have your beloved green plum, your childhood sweetheart. If the person you love isn't me, then it doesn't matter. Let's part on good terms. Go and have a bunch of idiotic sons with your beloved Miss Biao! I wish you all the best! Best wishes to your whole family!! Alright, I'm leaving now~~ Can I allow you to escape, woman?"
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Through the Dream, she possessed a meticulously carved, stunningly beautiful face, exuding elegance and grace. She possessed unparalleled martial arts skills and wisdom. She possessed a jade that allowed her to traverse different dimensions effortlessly. In the eyes of the world, she was like an untouchable goddess, captivating the hearts of the most esteemed men on this continent. In the end, who will walk by her side, traveling the world, drunk on the sight of blooming peach blossoms and admiring the moon over a thousand rivers? Currently, I am writing "The Beloved Concubine of the Harem." Welcome to join and offer your guidance.
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