So, you know how there are some writers who are good, and then there are some who are good and write a lot? Well, those prolific writers are on our list of the top books from the last 30 years, and it’s kind of hard for voters to choose just one book from them all. Margaret Atwood, for example, won the Booker Prize in 2000 with “The Blind Assassin,” which is a historical fiction novel, a bit of a change from her usual feminist speculative fiction style.
But don’t count her out just yet, because she’s written all sorts of stuff since then – poetry, short stories, essays, graphic novels, you name it. She even wrote a novel that no one can read until 100 years from now. How mysterious! And let’s not forget about the MaddAddam Trilogy (2003-2013), which mixes feminist speculative fiction with some capitalism and genetic engineering gone wrong, oh, and a pandemic. Sounds like a wild ride, right?
Dave Eggers, another big name in the literary world, has been making waves for the past 25 years. His first book, “A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius,” came out in 2000 and was a memoir that was kind of made up, but still super emotional. Since then, he’s dabbled in all sorts of genres – satire, portraiture, autobiography – you name it, he’s done it. Oh, and did I mention he’s written like two or three dozen books? Yeah, he’s a busy guy.
Tana French, the master of suspense and drama, has been using detective novels to explore some deep themes like class and cultural imperialism. She’s originally from America but has been living in Ireland for a while now. Her debut novel, “In the Woods,” kicked off a whole series called the Dublin Murder Squad, which has six books so far. Her book “Broken Harbor” even won a big prize for mystery/thriller in 2012.
William Gibson, the sci-fi genius who came up with the term “cyberspace,” has been churning out books left and right for the past 30 years. He’s all about technology and how it can be both amazing and terrifying at the same time. His novels like “All Tomorrow’s Parties” and “The Peripheral” predict a future where technology controls everything and rebels are fighting back. It’s like a real-life sci-fi movie, but scarier.
Lauren Groff, the dark and daring novelist, burst onto the scene in 2008 with “The Monsters of Templeton,” a twisted family saga that spans time and space. She’s got a real knack for digging into the ugly parts of society and exposing them for what they are. Her book “Fates and Furies” was even Barack Obama’s favorite book in 2015, and she’s been killing it ever since with novels like “The Vaster Wilds.”
Stephen Graham Jones, the horror mastermind, loves to mix things up in his stories and keep readers on their toes. He writes about all sorts of weird stuff, like vampires and werewolves, but always with a twist. His latest book, “The Buffalo Hunter Hunter,” is a wild ride through history and horror, and his fans can’t get enough of his unique style.
Celeste Ng, the queen of suburban drama, has been making waves with her novels about race, power, and secrets. Her book “Everything I Never Told You” was a huge hit, and “Little Fires Everywhere” was even turned into a TV show. Her latest novel, “Our Missing Hearts,” is a chilling look at a future where culture is under attack, and one man is fighting to save it.
Sally Rooney, the voice of a generation, has been wowing readers with her sharp wit and honest storytelling. She’s pumped out two novels already, and her latest, “Intermezzo,” is just as good as the rest. Rooney’s characters are smart and savvy, but they still struggle with love and life like the rest of us.
Danzy Senna, the biracial genius, has been exploring what it means to be caught between two worlds in America. Her debut novel, “Caucasia,” was a bestseller in 1998, and she’s been going strong ever since. Her latest book, “Colored Television,” dives into the messy world of race and creativity in Hollywood, and it’s a wild ride from start to finish.
And last but not least, Zadie Smith, the master of words, has been dazzling readers with her intricate stories about race, class, and art. Her debut novel, “White Teeth,” won more awards than you can count, and she’s been on fire ever since. Whether she’s writing plays, short stories, or essays, Smith always brings her A-game. She’s a force to be reckoned with in the literary world, and we can’t wait to see what she does next.
