George Saunders is also a great option. His short stories are full of creativity and unique perspectives. They deal with various aspects of modern life, much like how Dave Hill's non - erotic short stories might touch on different elements of contemporary existence. Saunders' use of language and his ability to tell a story in an unconventional way are really interesting.
One common theme could be the exploration of human relationships. For example, in some of his stories, he might look at the relationship between friends or family members, showing how they interact, support, or conflict with each other.
I'm not specifically familiar with Chris Hailey's non - erotic works. But you could try looking into general contemporary fiction anthologies or local library collections which often have a wide variety of stories by different authors that might share similar themes or writing styles as Chris Hailey's non - erotic works.
John Steinbeck is another option. His novels, such as 'The Grapes of Wrath', explore themes like poverty, family, and the struggle for a better life. These themes might be somewhat related to the non - erotic aspects of Cadwell's works in terms of exploring the human condition.
Another option is 'The Canterbury Tales'. It is a collection of stories that provide insights into different aspects of medieval life through diverse tales.
Another great one is 'The Necklace' by Guy de Maupassant. It tells the story of a woman who borrows a diamond necklace for a ball, loses it, and then spends years in poverty trying to replace it. It's a story full of lessons about vanity and the consequences of our actions.
I'm not sure which 'naruko' you specifically refer to. But if it's a Japanese - related work, you could try works by Haruki Murakami like 'Norwegian Wood'. His works often have elements of mystery and deep exploration of human nature.
Since I'm not sure about Laura Lynn Davis' non - erotic works specifically, I can recommend some general non - erotic stories. For example, 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen is a classic. It's a story full of love, family, and social interactions in the 19th - century England.
Another series could be 'Supernatural'. It has elements of the supernatural world, with demons, angels, and all sorts of otherworldly beings. It focuses on two brothers who hunt these creatures. It's a long - running series that has a large fan base and has nothing to do with erotic content, yet has some similarities in the sense of dealing with the unknown and the dangerous aspects of the supernatural realm.
If you're into mystery and female - led stories, you can look into the works of Agatha Christie. Her detective novels, like 'Murder on the Orient Express', are full of intrigue and interesting characters.
Sure. 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry is a great short story. It tells the story of a young couple who are very poor but deeply in love. They each sacrifice their most precious possession to buy a gift for the other, showing the selfless nature of true love.