The best-selling novels of 2014 were as follows:
1. The Kite Runner
2. One Hundred Years of Solitude
3. Worry Relieving Grocery Store
4. " Passing Through Your World: A Story That Moves Everyone "
Among them, The Kite Runner was at the top of many charts and was one of the bestsellers of 2014. Other works such as One Hundred Years of Solitude and The Worry's Grocery were also loved by readers. In addition, Passing Through Your World: A Story that Moves Everyone's Heart also ranked high on Amazon China's annual bestseller list. These novels had achieved good sales in 2014.
Well, 'Wuthering Heights' is a remarkable love story. Heathcliff and Catherine's love is passionate yet tortured. It's a story full of revenge and unrequited love that has fascinated readers for generations. Then there's 'A Walk to Remember'. Landon and Jamie's love story is one of transformation and self - discovery. Jamie's faith and kindness change Landon, and they share a beautiful, if short - lived, love. Also, 'Beauty and the Beast' is a classic love story. The Beast is transformed by Belle's love, showing that love can break curses and change people for the better.
Some of the best Lovecraft stories include 'The Call of Cthulhu'. It's a classic that introduced the terrifying Cthulhu entity. Another great one is 'At the Mountains of Madness', which takes readers on a chilling journey to Antarctica. 'The Shadow over Innsmouth' is also highly regarded, with its disturbing themes and unique setting.
Some of the well - known ones are 'The Call of Cthulhu'. It's a classic that introduced the terrifying Cthulhu entity. Another is 'At the Mountains of Madness', which takes readers on a chilling journey to Antarctica and reveals ancient and horrifying secrets.
I'm not sure specifically which stories are on the 'list of best saki stories' as it could vary depending on different people's opinions. However, Saki is known for his witty and satirical short stories. Some of his well - liked works often involve the British upper - class society of his time, with complex characters and humorous situations.
One of the best is 'Your Lie in April'. It tells a heart - wrenching love story between Kousei and Kaori. Kaori's free - spirited nature helps Kousei overcome his past traumas. Their relationship is filled with music, emotions, and a bittersweet ending that makes it truly memorable.
Well, a list of the best short stories could include 'The Necklace' by Guy de Maupassant, which is known for its twist ending, and 'A Sound of Thunder' by Ray Bradbury, famous for its science fiction elements.
Some of the well - known Jack London stories are 'The Call of the Wild'. It's a story about a dog named Buck who experiences a transformation in the harsh Yukon environment. Another great one is 'White Fang' which is about a wolf - dog hybrid.
One characteristic is their ability to convey a powerful message in a short span. For example, many use concise language but still manage to explore deep themes like love, death, and society. Another is that they often have memorable characters, even if we only get a brief glimpse of them, like in 'The Necklace' where Mathilde's vanity and subsequent downfall are vividly portrayed.
There's 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' on the list perhaps. This story is filled with strange and wonderful adventures that can spark a child's imagination as they drift off to sleep. Also, 'Charlotte's Web' is a great bedtime story. It tells a heartwarming story about friendship between a pig and a spider, which is both touching and relaxing.