Some of the fiction bestsellers in 2017 books included 'The Handmaid's Tale' by Margaret Atwood. Its dystopian themes and timely message contributed to its popularity. Another was 'It' by Stephen King. The horror master created a terrifying and engaging story that appealed to a wide range of readers. Also, 'Lincoln in the Bardo' by George Saunders was well - received for its unique narrative structure and exploration of themes like life, death, and the afterlife.
One of the best - selling fiction books in 2018 was 'Educated' by Tara Westover. It's a memoir that reads like a novel, telling the story of her journey from a survivalist family in the mountains to getting an education. Another popular one was 'The Woman in the Window' by A. J. Finn, which is a psychological thriller full of twists and turns.
Bestsellers were not necessarily good books. It depended on many factors such as the author's credibility, readers 'evaluation, the quality of the publishing company, and so on. Some bestsellers may be simple, popular, and relaxing novels, while others may be deep, complex, and plot-based novels.
There are also some bestsellers that are based on high-quality writing and deep thinking. They can attract readers and create a deep impression. Therefore, to judge whether a book was good or not, many factors needed to be considered, including the author's writing style, the depth and breadth of the content, the development of the plot and characters, the meaning of the theme, and so on.
Bestsellers in fiction usually have strong writing styles. Authors like Ernest Hemingway in 'The Old Man and the Sea' have a distinct and impactful writing that draws readers in. They also tend to have a certain level of cultural relevance. 'The Kite Runner' by Khaled Hosseini, for instance, gives insights into Afghan culture. Moreover, they can create a vivid world, like in 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' where Lewis Carroll takes readers to a strange and fascinating world.
Some popular bestsellers in fiction include 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee. It's a classic that deals with themes of racism and justice in the American South. Another is 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, which explores the decadence and disillusionment of the Jazz Age.
Well, many of them had complex characters. For example, in 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo', Lisbeth Salander is a very complex and interesting character.
One more is 'Big Little Lies'. It delves into the lives of several women in a small town. It's not just about the mystery at the heart of the story, but also about relationships, secrets, and the power dynamics among the characters.
Well, many of them often have relatable characters. For example, in some of these bestsellers, the main characters face common human problems like love, loss, or finding one's purpose in life. This makes it easy for readers to connect with the story.
From 1995 to 2000, the best-selling children's books at home and abroad mainly included the following categories:
Best-selling children's books in China:
- The Little Prince (France) by Saint-Exupéry
- Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, by JK Rowling
- Doraemon (Japan) by Fujimoto Hiroshi
- [Magic Card Girl Sakura](Japan)
- Dream of the Red Chamber (China) by Cao Xueqin
- Grimm's Fairy Tales (Germany) by Jacob Grimm and William Grimm
- Andersen's Fairy Tales (Denmark) by Andersen
Best-selling children's books abroad:
- The Little Prince (France) by Saint-Exupéry
- Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, by JK Rowling
- Doraemon (Japan) by Fujimoto Hiroshi
- [Magic Card Girl Sakura](Japan)
- Andersen's Fairy Tales (Denmark) by Andersen
- Grimm's Fairy Tales (Germany) by Jacob Grimm and William Grimm
- The Adventures of Tom sawyer by Mark Twain
These books were all bestsellers on the market at that time and were very popular among children's readers. At the same time, these books also caused widespread discussion and became a classic cultural phenomenon.