One such publishing house is Yoda Press. It publishes some off - beat and experimental fiction works that might not be found in more mainstream publishers. Another is Katha, which has been working towards promoting good literature in India, especially in the fiction genre. It often features works that are based on real - life experiences and human emotions. Then there's Blaft Publications, which is known for its edgy and contemporary fictional works that target a younger and more urban audience.
Zubaan is an interesting publishing house. It not only focuses on women writers but also on stories that deal with gender issues, family, and society through the medium of fiction. Speaking Tiger has been making a mark in the Indian publishing scene with its carefully curated list of fictional works. They support new and emerging voices. Karadi Tales, on the other hand, has been delighting children with its simple yet charming fictional stories for a long time. It has a great reputation for its illustrated children's fiction books.
The Lambi Dehar Mines in Mussoorie. These mines were once the site of many deaths during mining operations. Now, it is said to be haunted. Some people who have visited claim to have seen strange lights and felt an intense coldness. There are also stories of ghostly miners still working in the abandoned mines.
I'm not aware of any other widely used abbreviations for science fiction apart from 'sci - fi' and 'SF'.
A lesser - known but great EMP prepper fiction book is 'Surviving the Collapse' by James Wesley, Rawles. It offers a different perspective on post - EMP survival with some unique survival strategies. Another one is 'EMP: End of the Grid' by Mark Goodwin. It has an interesting plot that keeps you engaged while also teaching some valuable prepping lessons.
One that's not as well - known but really good is 'The Mahabharata Secret' by Christopher C. Doyle. It combines the Mahabharata with modern - day mystery. Also, 'My Gita' by Devdutt Pattanaik is an interesting take on the Bhagavad Gita in a more accessible and fictionalized form. And 'Ahalya' by Kavita Kane, which tells the story of Ahalya in a very engaging manner.
Project Gutenberg. It has a large number of classic literature texts which can be converted into audiobooks using text - to - speech software. It's a great resource for those who want to explore classic fiction in audio form but are on a tight budget. There are countless classic works available, from different eras and regions.
Quotev can be a good app for fanfiction. It has a section dedicated to fan - created stories. There are also some smaller, more niche apps like Inkitt which may have some interesting fanfiction content. Dreame is another app that sometimes has fan - related stories.
The Greyjoys. Their love for the sea and their 'Ironborn' culture is really interesting. Theon Greyjoy's complex journey gives a lot of inspiration. You can write about the Greyjoys' raids, their internal power struggles between different family members, and their attempts to reclaim their past glory.
One well - known publishing house for science fiction is Tor Books. They have published a wide range of classic and contemporary science fiction works. Another is Ace Books, which has a long history of bringing great science fiction to readers. And Del Rey Books also publishes a lot of high - quality science fiction novels.
Akashic Books. They are known for their diverse and edgy publications. They might be interested in a tell - all story that has a unique perspective or is set in an interesting part of the city or within a particular subculture.
There's 'The Monstrumologist' by Rick Yancey. It's about a young apprentice who studies monsters. The descriptions are gory and spooky, great for Halloween. 'The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein' by Kiersten White is an interesting take on the Frankenstein story, adding a new perspective. Also, 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' by Ransom Riggs. The strange children and the time - loop setting make it a fun Halloween read.