One of the best - selling books about ghost stories is 'The Exorcist' by William Peter Blatty. It was very popular when it came out and has remained so over the years. It's based on a true - ish story of possession, which adds to the horror. 'It' by Stephen King is also a huge seller. Although it has more than just ghosts, the supernatural elements including the ghost - like Pennywise are really spooky. And 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker, while not strictly just about ghosts, has a lot of elements of the undead and the supernatural that contribute to its best - selling status.
Well, 'Ghost Story' by Peter Straub is a well - selling book in the genre. It weaves together different plotlines and has a great sense of mystery and the supernatural. 'The Woman in Black' by Susan Hill has sold a lot of copies. Its simple yet effective storytelling of a haunted figure has made it a favorite. Also, 'American Horror Story: Murder House' - the book (based on the TV show) has had good sales. It has a lot of ghostly and disturbing elements set in a spooky old house.
Some older books like 'Cherry Ames' series were best - sellers in their time. They were popular because they presented an idealized yet exciting view of the nursing profession, which inspired many young people to consider a career in nursing.
Often, they have relatable characters. For example, in 'The Notebook', the characters Noah and Allie are very relatable in their love and struggles. Another characteristic is an engaging plot. In 'Pride and Prejudice', the plot full of social interactions and the slow - burning love between Elizabeth and Darcy keeps readers hooked. Also, emotional depth is important. 'Me Before You' has a lot of emotional depth as it deals with difficult topics like disability and the meaning of life in the context of love.
For sure, 'American Ghost: A Family's Haunted Past in the Desert Southwest' by Hannah Nordhaus. It's a non - fictional account of a family's encounter with the supernatural that reads like a spooky tale. 'Bag of Bones' by Stephen King is another good one. King is a master of horror, and this book has some truly creepy ghost - like elements. And don't forget 'Rebecca' by Daphne du Maurier. The presence of the dead Rebecca haunts the entire story, creating an atmosphere of mystery and unease.
One well - known best - selling true ghost story is 'The Amityville Horror'. It tells about a family's terrifying experiences in a haunted house. There were all sorts of strange phenomena like slime oozing from the walls and apparitions being seen.
There's 'Mastering the Art of the Novel'. It's a best - seller as it gives practical advice on writing novels. It also contains analyses of famous novels to illustrate its points, which makes it popular among both aspiring novelists and general readers interested in understanding novels better.
One of the best - selling ones is 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' from the Chronicles of Narnia series. The talking animals in Narnia, such as Aslan the lion, are very appealing. It has been popular for decades and has sold millions of copies worldwide.
Well, 'Atlantis: The Lost Empire' has been quite popular. It was made into a movie as well, which boosted its sales. The vivid descriptions of Atlantis in the book really captured the imagination of readers.
One of the best - selling fiction books about dogs could be 'Marley & Me'. It tells the heartwarming and humorous story of a family's life with their unruly yet lovable Labrador, Marley. The book has touched the hearts of many readers around the world, which contributed to its best - seller status.
I think 'Love in the Time of Cholera' by Gabriel García Márquez, while not strictly a traditional pandemic novel, also had great sales. It uses the backdrop of a cholera epidemic to tell a beautiful love story. The lyrical writing and the exploration of love over a long period of time, against the context of a disease - ridden society, made it appealing to a wide audience.
As mentioned before, 'A Beautiful Mind' has been very popular. Its story of a brilliant mind dealing with schizophrenia has attracted a wide audience.