1009 Results in the "Literary Fiction" category


    • The Autobiography of A Slander Cover
      by LovelyMay The Autobiography of a Slander by Ambrose Bierce is a satirical short story in which slander narrates its own life, reflecting on how it spreads and causes harm, offering a biting commentary on human nature and the consequences of false accusations.
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      Mad Honey

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Mad Hon­ey (2022) by ​Jodi Picoult​ and ​Jen­nifer Finney Boy­lan​ is a ​mul­ti-lay­ered nov­el​ blend­ing ​mys­tery, court­room dra­ma, and LGBTQ+ themes. The sto­ry fol­lows ​Olivia McAfee, a bee­keep­er and sin­gle moth­er, whose son ​Ash­er​ stands accused of mur­der­ing his girl­friend, ​Lily Cam­pan­el­lo. As the tri­al unfolds, secrets about Lily’s trans­gen­der iden­ti­ty and Asher’s volatile behav­ior emerge, forc­ing Olivia to con­front her past—including her own escape…
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      by LovelyMay Books and Bookmen is a delightful collection of essays by Andrew Lang, originally published in the late 19th century. This work captures Lang's reflections on books, libraries, and the people who cherish them. He covers a range of topics, from rare book collecting and literary anecdotes to the joys of reading and the quirks of bibliophiles. Known for his wit and erudition, Lang offers insights into the world of books with humor, reverence, and a touch of irony. This work remains a charming read for anyone passionate about literature, book history, and the culture surrounding books.
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      by LovelyMay She Stoops to Conquer by Oliver Goldsmith is a celebrated 18th-century comedy of manners that masterfully intertwines romance, humor, and satire. The play revolves around the schemes and misunderstandings that arise when young Charles Marlow, awkward around high-born women but confident with those of lower status, mistakes the home of his intended bride, Kate Hardcastle, for an inn. Taking advantage of the confusion, Kate pretends to be a barmaid to win his affection in her own clever way. With its engaging plot, sharp wit, and commentary on social conventions, the play remains a timeless exploration of love, identity, and the follies of human behavior.
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      1984

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 1984 is a dystopi­an nov­el pub­lished in 1949 by British author George Orwell. Set in a total­i­tar­i­an super­state called Ocea­nia, the nov­el explores a world where every aspect of life is con­trolled by an oppres­sive gov­ern­ment led by Big Broth­er. The regime uses con­stant sur­veil­lance, pro­pa­gan­da, and mind con­trol to main­tain pow­er and elim­i­nate indi­vid­ual free­dom. The sto­ry fol­lows Win­ston Smith, a work­er at…
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      by LovelyMay Dolly Dialogues by Anthony Hope is a collection of witty and humorous vignettes, published in 1894, featuring sharp exchanges between the charming Dolly and her admirers. The book captures the nuances of Victorian society and relationships with clever dialogue and satire.
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      Leaving Time

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Leav­ing Time (2014) by ​Jodi Picoult​ is a ​mys­tery-dri­ven dra­ma​ blend­ing ​grief, mem­o­ry, and the super­nat­ur­al. The sto­ry fol­lows ​13-year-old Jen­na Met­calf, who has spent a decade search­ing for her miss­ing moth­er, ​Alice, a sci­en­tist study­ing ele­phant grief. After her mother’s mys­te­ri­ous dis­ap­pear­ance from an ele­phant sanctuary—following a trag­ic acci­dent involv­ing an ele­phant and Jenna’s father—Jenna hires ​a dis­graced psy­chic​ and ​a retired detec­tive​ to…
    • The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (Charlie Mackesy) Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy is a heartwarming, illustrated book about friendship, kindness, and self-discovery, offering simple yet profound life lessons for readers of all ages.
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      by LovelyMay Letters on Literature by Susan Fenimore Cooper is a collection of insightful essays and personal letters that explore a wide range of literary topics, offering reflections on the art of writing, the role of literature in society, and the works of notable authors, all framed within the context of 19th-century American culture.
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Good Mate­r­i­al is a wit­ty, heart­felt, and emo­tion­al­ly sharp nov­el about breakup, mas­culin­i­ty, friend­ship, and growth, told from the per­spec­tive of Andy, a stand-up come­di­an in his mid-thir­ties who’s just been dumped by the love of his life, Jen. The twist? This isn’t a typ­i­cal breakup nov­el told from the woman’s point of view — Alder­ton flips the script and explores heart­break through a…
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