One of the most popular is probably 'Harry Potter' series. Although it might be considered a bit more mainstream now, it still fits the contemporary fantasy genre. It has a huge following around the world with its magical school setting, lovable characters, and epic battles between good and evil.
Most of them often have modern settings, like big cities or small - town America. For example, in 'Beach Read', the small - town by the beach is a key part of the story. They also usually deal with contemporary issues such as career choices and how it impacts relationships. In 'The Hating Game', the two main characters' careers play a role in their relationship. Another characteristic is that the characters are more diverse, representing different ethnicities, sexual orientations and personalities compared to older romance novels.
Sure. 'A Discovery of Witches' is a great one. It has a unique blend of magic, history, and romance. The story follows a witch who discovers an ancient manuscript and gets involved with a vampire.
The list of recommended books for contemporary absurd novels included Yu Hua's debut novel," A Journey at Eighteen," Tian Haha's novel," The Metamorphosis," McEwan's " The First Love, The Last Ceremony," and Wang Xiaobo's " The Search for Peerless." These works attracted readers with absurd plots and unique styles of writing, showing the absurdity and reality of the real world.
They usually have diverse writing styles. Some might be very experimental in narrative structure, like using multiple points of view or non - linear storytelling. Take 'Infinite Jest' by David Foster Wallace for instance. It has a complex structure that challenges readers but also offers a rich exploration of modern life, addiction, and entertainment. Another aspect is that they can cover a wide range of themes from family relationships to social and political unrest. A lot of contemporary American novels also strive to represent the multicultural nature of the United States, incorporating different ethnic voices and experiences into the stories.
Current generation:
Yu Qiuyu
2 Luyao
3 Jia Pingao
Chen Zhongshi
5 Mo Yan
6 Zhou Guoping
Tie Ning
Baby Annie
9 Ye Shengtao
Shen Congwen
These are some of the famous contemporary works that have been widely read and studied. Of course, this was only a part of it. In fact, the contemporary list was very long. You could choose and explore according to your own interests and preferences.
One of the most popular is 'Harry Potter' series which, although it has elements of fantasy, is also a contemporary phenomenon. It has a huge fan base all over the world.
Some novels in the list are characterized by their unique narrative styles. 'One Hundred Years of Solitude' by Gabriel García Márquez has a magical realist style. It blends the real and the magical seamlessly, like the story of the Buendía family living through generations with strange and wonderful events. Another aspect is that contemporary novels can be very thought - provoking. 'Slaughterhouse - Five' by Kurt Vonnegut makes readers think about war, time and free will.
In contemporary fantasy novels, magicians are often portrayed as powerful and mysterious figures. They can control various elements like fire, water, or air. For example, in some novels, they use their magic to fight against dark forces, protecting the ordinary world from destruction.
Some contemporary fantasy novels that are well - liked include 'Red Queen' by Victoria Aveyard. This book has a unique concept of a society divided by blood - red and silver - blooded people. 'Six of Crows' by Leigh Bardugo is also popular. It has a diverse cast of characters and a complex heist plot set in a fantasy world with magic and political unrest. And 'Uprooted' by Naomi Novik, which combines elements of Slavic folklore with a captivating story of a young girl and a powerful wizard.