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.
In the middle of the night, something eerie happened at the gas station. A paper truck came for a refuel. Anyone who watched the surveillance footage mysteriously died one after another. And I, I was the last target of this deadly curse. To save my life, I sought help from a blind fortune teller, but little did I know that she would perish because of it. I became cursed, a special kind of living dead. However, this was not the end, but rather the beginning of a sinister conspiracy. "The Third Book of Yanmen Gate," a labor of love with guaranteed quality. For any inquiries, you can contact me through my personal QQ: [insert QQ number]. Don't forget to click the five-star icon at the top right corner to bookmark this book. You can also find me on Sina Weibo at "Yanmen Gate Outside." Please give me a follow.
518.84 Million words | 2020-09-21 17:36Update
Stealing in the way, not only stealing, but also stealing for the heavens. The Tian Shi Clan upholds justice, robbing tombs for treasures and saving the people, but this attracts a curse of the undead and leads to the decline of the family, tangled in an ancient mystery. In order to break the curse and unravel the ancient enigma, the Tian Shi Clan sacrifices themselves, traversing between the realms of yin and yang for hundreds of years with no progress. The Hell Yin Box, the Heavenly Machine Lock; the Ancient Chronicles of Sealing the Gods, the Ancient Records of Burial of Gods, sealing the gods and burying the gods. Daoist mysticism, communication through brush and paper; summoning gods and controlling ghosts, the grand celestial formation; life and death in the tomb, mystical laws binding souls; controlling wind and water, deciphering the mysteries of the universe; judging life and death with the stroke of a pen, the ancient demon cave hides the divine machine, the shadow of the sand boat and the beauty's face, the shocking tomb on the edge of the world, Zhuge Liang's Eight Formation Cave, the Nine-Tailed Fox in King Zhou's palace, the Dragon King's tomb beneath the Crystal Palace, the sacred relics in the Western Heaven Buddha Tower, the divine tomb of the Five Elements reveals the heavenly machine, the Yama's Hall beneath the City of Fengdu, breaking the heavenly machine inside
517.11 Million words | 2020-10-07 13:06Update
Xingmeng's formidable colonization mecha warrior, Li Xiaotian, was on a mission to attack the Zerg when he encountered a cosmic storm and was reborn into a parallel magical world. Just as he crossed over, he found himself being chased and the first thing on his mind was to survive. "Why do other people's magical talents mainly focus on enhancing power? The magical talent I have opened up is actually a door that allows my soul to travel to my future body! By the way, can this talent be exchanged?" Readers who enjoy this book hope to vote for it and add it to their bookshelves.
408.27 Million words | 2020-10-03 00:03Update
What would you do if time travel really happened? Song Zhe thought for a moment and decided to become stronger. Why? Because only by becoming stronger can one obtain whatever they desire and do as they please! So, protagonists from various realms, it's time to say goodbye to your opportunities, because they all belong to me!
87.77 Million words | 2020-07-28 14:38Update
I suddenly want to tell a story, a story about time travel in my mind. Apologies for my poor writing skills. Would you agree to exchange your life for the opportunity to time travel? What if you disagree? Q group: ........, Traveler's Book If you think I have made progress, please give me a recommendation! It would make me feel bitter to see my recommendation.
391.33 Million words | 2021-11-11 17:07Update
"Have you ever heard of the urban legends about a parallel world?" "What's that?" "There are rumors that a parallel world actually exists, and some people have really entered it. They say that there are endless treasures and incredible superpowers there." "Is it true or false?" ....At some point, a mysterious legend about a parallel world began to circulate in the city. However, ordinary people are not aware that the real parallel world is not the paradise mentioned in the legends, but a desperate hell... (Completed novel with over a million words, guaranteed quality.)
42.51 Million words | 2023-02-06 05:19Update
The story of a group of supernaturally gifted teenagers trained by a mysterious organization to survive in a zombie apocalypse.
329.26 Million words | 2023-02-10 00:31Update
She was the Phoenix Queen worshipped by millions, admired by the world. But she was framed and brutally executed, her soul scattered with a cursed spell. As she resurfaced through the flames, reborn like a phoenix, what would her path be? Will she remember the events of her previous life in her new body? Watch as she proudly laughs at the world, displaying her phoenix-like elegance. He was a ruthless king, devoid of desires and emotions, a devil in the eyes of the world that all four nations feared. In the chaotic world, only Xiao Nine, with his sword, aimed to bring a smile to her face. As the world united under a single sky, with people drinking and exchanging poems, he looked at the sky and said, "Even if I search the whole world, I will find you."
217.72 Million words | 2021-11-28 22:54Update
(Translation) (New Novel Promotion: Mr. Gu, Your Adorable Treasure is Now Online) She was a substitute actress burdened with a huge debt, while he was a prominent figure controlling the economic lifeline of the empire. A month ago, she was sold by her biological mother. Upon their reunion, she handed him a small bun that looked exactly like him. "Here, your son!" Qi Muchen's face darkened. "Su Xiaoya, you have a son just one month later?" Su Xiaoya gave an awkward smile. "Maybe, Mr. Qi, you have extraordinary talent." Someone narrowed their eyes and said, "Alright, at this rate, one per month... in two months, two... in a year, you'll be able to give birth to an entire football team for me!"
394.05 Million words | 2021-04-16 05:00Update
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581.46 Million words | 2021-03-21 13:11Update
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572.51 Million words | 2022-09-27 18:45Update
Doing dirty things too often, perhaps there will be ghosts around you. People who are always too depressed, maybe they will be manipulated by those things hidden in the corners. Ghosts are always spouting nonsense, can you believe it? Welcome everyone to join the discussion group of this book.
244.52 Million words | 2021-09-02 21:48Update
Legend has it that the ancient Shu Princess was a captivating little fairy, capable of attracting suitors from all around. It was said that her presence could cause the blossoms to encircle the imperial palace three times. Similarly, the renowned National Preceptor of Xi Liang was her equal, harnessing the ability to captivate men and encircle the imperial city three times. Moreover, there were rumors that the National Preceptor was extravagant to the point where the entire palace of Xi Liang was on the brink of bankruptcy. However, Hua Sesheng maintained a mysterious demeanor, hiding her skills and achievements. "Prince, that Hua Sesheng is nothing but a spendthrift! Anyone who marries her will be unlucky!" exclaimed the Crown Prince. He made a bold statement within the palace, claiming that he would never marry Hua Sesheng, even if he were to be married into another family. Little did he know, the Crown Prince suddenly fell from grace. Against his will, he reluctantly decided to accept her, arguing that she was too extravagant for anyone to support. "Would you like to take a look at these precious treasures? Deep sea pearls, colorful glass
171.19 Million words | 2020-08-27 03:57Update
A million dollars exchanged for a marriage certificate, neither he loves her nor she loves him. A loveless marriage begins. However, after marriage, he showers her with affection, every day filled with chest bumps, wall slams, and various intimate moments. With innocent eyes, she blinked and asked, "Didn't you say you don't love me?" He gently lifted her smooth chin with his slender fingers, his sexy lips slowly approaching and whispered, "I didn't say I won't do it."
512.62 Million words | 2021-06-24 21:25Update
These past years, those memories have been constantly replaying in my mind. I've always wanted to write about them, but I didn't know where to start. Now, as I calm down and begin to write slowly, it's just to commemorate the good friends we had and the youth we shared together in those years. I hope that my brothers, who have since gone their separate ways, can see this and smile together, reminiscing about the youth we once had. Author's custom tag: Infinite flow.
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[【【Participating Entry for the Cloud Rising Chinese Literature Writing Contest】】Synopsis: She is his "Curly-haired little witch," he is her "Mr. Vinegar Ocean." Their encounter was a match of poisoning each other. All the calculations were ultimately for love. However, true love cannot be calculated. Xiong Meijun plays games with love in the human world, Qiao Ziran is indifferent to love. She has a dual personality, one side is warm, loves daydreaming, and is full of childlike innocence, while the other side is domineering, possessive, and once indecisive, but later became decisive and efficient. He got into Harvard, became a software engineer at Microsoft in Seattle, then returned to Harvard Law School to become a lawyer and translator. He enjoys reading books, swimming, exercising, and has a passion for acting. He has multiple personalities, exuding dominance and deep affection, rebellious and uninhibited. Qiao Ziran wrote a novel and locked it in a safe, hoping to publish it in the future and connect with the readers to come. You are my Mr. Sheep, I am your Mrs. Rabbit (favorite toys and nicknames respectively).
227.66 Million words | 2022-05-19 03:11Update
[NextIdea Original Literature Award Entry] Recommended latest novel "Untamable Demon Consort: My Lord, the Lady Seduces Men Again" The husband commits incest with his own sister, disembowels her and kills their child. The stepmother and stepsister gouge out her eyes and cut off her limbs, throwing her into the tomb of the imperial concubine as a sacrifice. She is reborn as a demon queen, wreaking havoc. She punishes the cruel masters and slaves, beating them to death with a stick. The despicable scum men and women have their skin peeled and tendons pulled out. The hypocritical stepmother and stepsister are turned into human pigs! Rumors from the outside world portray Qin Shiyue, the legitimate daughter of the Qin family, as a breathtaking beauty with a heart as venomous as a snake, killing without mercy. Though she worships Buddha, her heart is filled with murderous intent. She is known as the demoness. The ninth uncle, the Ghost King, who slew the gods and defied the heavens, is cold and ruthless, leading his ghost army to butcher three hundred thousand in the city. One day, news spreads across the capital that Qin Shiyue is to be married to the Crown Prince, shocking the world. The combination of the demon
84.48 Million words | 2021-12-24 05:46Update
The source of sin lies in suspicion, with shadows deeply buried within one's heart. A single thought gone astray, and there is no chance of redemption! Because of a few words, several individuals are entangled in a crazy scheme of manipulation and being manipulated. Four long-concealed demons extend their claws towards an unsuspecting lamb, only to find themselves plummeting into the abyss. A web novel version of scorching sun and crime suspense, presenting a new masterpiece.
345.23 Million words | 2020-10-21 04:51Update
【The new book "Reborn in the 70s: The Cunning Little Bride" has been released】Before rebirth, Song Ran was innocent and naive. Her stepmother ruined her fortune, and her best friend stole her man, leaving her single and destitute for life. After rebirth, Song Ran opened her eyes and gained wisdom from her past mistakes. The first thing she needed to do was to hold tightly onto the thigh of Mr. Gu, who had a bright future ahead of him.
540.60 Million words | 2022-08-01 06:54Update
Five years ago, she was forced to marry into the prestigious Huo family in the northern city. At the engagement banquet, her best friend stormed onto the stage, tore open her dress, revealing scars all over her body. Five years later, the man who ruined her reputation is now going to great lengths to bully her and try to ruin her. But when did everything start to change completely? When she caught a cold, he cursed her but personally made ginger soup for her. When she got injured, he cursed retribution but secretly took care of those who hurt her. He clearly wanted her to beg for forgiveness, but in the end, he was the one who actively sought her love. What the hell! What kind of drug did this woman give him?
186.35 Million words | 2022-10-01 09:14Update
Her name is Ji Zili. After crossing over, she was forced into a marriage and her stepsister, in order to protect her husband, forced her to jump off a cliff. She had thought that she would gain freedom and could dress as a man, wearing a white robe while using her skilled hands to practice medicine. However, she never expected that due to a jade pendant, a wicked and enchanting man would shamelessly entangle her all the way, tarnishing her reputation, sabotaging her plans, disturbing her emotions, and even threatening to take her body and mind. What should she do in this predicament?
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