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Explore the unparalleled universe of speculative literature with 'Novels by Aliens' by Kate Marshall. This compelling book comprehensively examines the twenty-first-century fascination with the weird, the nonhuman, and the preternatural. This pivotal work focuses on the evolution of genre fiction, revealing how contemporary writers are seeking alien perspectives and narratives that defy traditional storytelling. Marshall identifies three groundbreaking generic hybrids—The Old Weird, Cosmic Realism, and Pseudoscience Fiction—that capture humanity's longing for the otherworldly. Delve into the nuanced relationships between authors and genres that span from early science fiction icons like Edgar Rice Burroughs to modern literary voices like Kazuo Ishiguro. This book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the intersection of theory and fiction, offering sharp insights into how genre transformed into a mood in the twenty-first century. Perfect for both avid readers and scholars, 'Novels by Aliens' invites readers to reconsider what fiction can be in an age of existential wonderment. Get your copy today and join the literary journey into the realms beyond human experience and understanding.