This novel follows the life of Moraes Zogoiby, the last in line of a once powerful and influential Indian family. Told from his perspective, Moraes recounts his family's history, starting with his grandparents and moving through to his own life. The narrative is filled with tales of love, betrayal, political unrest, and the supernatural. The protagonist's life is marked by a strange curse that causes him to age twice as fast as a normal human, adding a layer of urgency and tragedy to his story. The book explores themes of cultural identity, family legacy, and the passage of time.

The novel follows the lives of two boys growing up in Brooklyn, New York in the 1970s. Despite their racial differences, one being white and the other black, they form a deep friendship bonded by their shared interest in comic books, music and a magical ring that grants them superpowers. As they grow older, their paths diverge due to their racial and societal differences, with one becoming a successful music journalist and the other succumbing to a life of crime. The book is a profound exploration of race, identity, friendship and the impact of gentrification.

The novel explores the life of an eternal dictator who has ruled over a Caribbean nation for several decades. The patriarch's oppressive regime is marked by corruption, violence, and absurdity, while his personal life is characterized by loneliness and paranoia. The narrative is a complex, non-linear exploration of power, time, and the dehumanizing effects of political tyranny. The patriarch's death prompts a reflection on his life and reign, revealing a mythical, magical, and horrifying reality.

The novel is a phantasmagorical journey through a world where reality is under siege by the diabolical machinations of a mad scientist who has unleashed desire machines that warp perception and desire. The protagonist, Desiderio, an employee of the Ministry of Determination, embarks on a quest to stop Doctor Hoffman, confronting a series of bizarre and surreal challenges that blend eroticism, philosophy, and violence. As Desiderio travels through cities and landscapes transformed by the machines, he encounters a cast of eccentric characters and experiences dreamlike adventures that challenge the boundaries of reality, identity, and sanity, culminating in a confrontation with the enigmatic Doctor and the resolution of his own complex relationship with Hoffman's daughter.

A Wild Sheep Chase follows the story of a recently divorced advertising executive in Tokyo who is given a mysterious assignment by a sinister, powerful man: to find a particular sheep with a star-shaped birthmark. This mission leads him to travel across the snowy landscapes of Northern Japan, crossing paths with peculiar characters, and exploring themes of loneliness, fate, and identity. The narrative is a blend of detective story, postmodern critique, and surreal journey, infused with the author's unique style of magical realism.

The book is a complex and multi-layered narrative that weaves together the memories of an elderly man named Alden Dennis Weer. As he reminisces about his life in a small Midwestern town, the story unfolds in a non-linear fashion, revealing a tapestry of seemingly mundane events that are imbued with subtle supernatural elements and dark undercurrents. The protagonist's recollections are filled with enigmatic characters and incidents, and as the narrative progresses, it becomes apparent that Weer's memory may be unreliable, leading the reader to question the nature of reality and the veracity of his account. The novel blends elements of fantasy, horror, and mystery, creating a haunting meditation on memory, mortality, and the human condition.

The novel explores the journey of a 13-year-old boy, his drug-addicted mother, and his baby sister as they travel through Mississippi to pick up their white father from the state penitentiary. The story is steeped in the harsh realities of poverty, racism, and struggle, and is further complicated by the presence of a ghost from the family's past. It's a haunting tale about the legacy of trauma and the power of family ties.

"World's End" is a multigenerational saga that takes place in upstate New York. The narrative alternates between the 17th century, where a Dutch estate is the setting for a brutal power struggle between a master and his rebellious servant, and the 1960s, where a young man struggles with his family's past and his own place in the world. The book explores themes of power, class, and the cyclical nature of history.

The novel follows the life of Dunstan Ramsay, a man haunted by a childhood accident that he believes he caused. The book explores his guilt and its impact on his life, as well as his relationships with others, including a woman he loves but cannot have, a brilliant but troubled friend, and a saintly fool. Throughout his life, Ramsay seeks redemption and understanding in the realms of history, mythology, and religion.

The novel is set in a post-apocalyptic commune named iDEATH, where the sun shines a different color every day and the inhabitants live off watermelon sugar. The protagonist, who is also the narrator, is writing a book about his experiences in the commune. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and loneliness, as the protagonist deals with the death of his lover, confronts his feelings for another woman, and grapples with the complexities of life in the commune. The novel is notable for its poetic, surrealistic style and its exploration of the relationship between humans and nature.

This book is a hallmark of Brazilian literature, blending folklore, social critique, and surrealism to narrate the adventures of its eponymous hero, a shapeshifting character of indigenous origin who embarks on a journey from the Amazon rainforest to the city of São Paulo. Throughout his quest to retrieve a magical amulet stolen by a fearsome giant, the protagonist encounters a myriad of mythical creatures, gods, and figures from Brazilian folklore, all while satirizing the cultural and social issues of early 20th-century Brazil. The narrative is celebrated for its inventive language, playful use of Brazilian vernacular, and its pivotal role in the Brazilian Modernist movement, offering a unique exploration of national identity, racial diversity, and the complex relationship between tradition and modernity.

"Shame" is a novel that explores the political and social climate of post-colonial Pakistan through the intertwined lives of three families. The story is a blend of magical realism and historical fiction, focusing on themes of shame, identity, and power. The narrative is laced with satire and explores the consequences of living in a society where honor is prized above all else. The story unfolds in a non-linear fashion, giving readers a deep insight into the complex socio-political dynamics of a nation in transition.

"The Box Man" is a surreal narrative about a man who chooses to live as a homeless individual, inside a box, in Tokyo. The protagonist, a former doctor, narrates his experiences and observations from within the box, and the narrative often blurs the line between reality and hallucination. The book is a philosophical exploration of identity, anonymity, and the nature of existence, challenging the reader's perception of what it means to be an individual in society.

"Kafka On The Shore" is a surreal and philosophical novel by Haruki Murakami that follows two parallel storylines. The first is that of Kafka Tamura, a 15-year-old boy who runs away from home to escape an Oedipal prophecy and searches for his missing mother and sister. The second storyline follows Nakata, an elderly man who has lost his memory but possesses the ability to communicate with cats. As their paths converge, they encounter strange and mystical events that challenge their perceptions of reality and identity. The novel explores themes of fate, free will, and the human psyche, and is a captivating and thought-provoking read.

"The Arabian Nightmare" is a captivating and surreal journey through the dreams and nightmares of a young scholar named Abdulla. Set in medieval Cairo, the book explores the blurred lines between reality and fantasy as Abdulla becomes entangled in a web of magical creatures, mythical beings, and supernatural occurrences. With richly descriptive prose and a deep understanding of Arabian folklore, the story delves into themes of identity, love, and the power of storytelling, leaving readers questioning the nature of dreams and the boundaries of the human imagination.

"The Street of Crocodiles" is a collection of short stories set in a small town in Poland, illustrating the author's unique perspective on reality. The book portrays the narrator's father's eccentricities and his vivid, often disturbing, imagination. The stories are filled with bizarre, dreamlike imagery and metaphors, presenting a surreal and grotesque view of everyday life. The book is a profound exploration of human nature, memory, and the power of imagination.

The novel centers around a healing event in a Southern black community, where a woman named Velma Henry is at the brink of a mental and emotional collapse and is being treated by a healer named Minnie Ransom. The story delves into Velma's personal struggles, her involvement in the civil rights and black nationalist movements, and her quest for self-realization and healing. Through a blend of flashbacks, spiritual encounters, and community interactions, the narrative explores themes of trauma, resilience, and the complexity of the African American experience, while also examining broader issues of race, gender, and societal change.

"Dreaming in Cuban" is a multi-generational narrative that explores the lives of several women from a Cuban family, spanning from the 1930s to the 1980s. The story oscillates between Cuba and the United States, reflecting on the Cuban revolution, exile, and identity. Through the perspectives of each character, the novel delves into themes of political turmoil, family dynamics, and personal struggles amidst cultural shifts and geographical displacement.

"Dictionary of the Khazars" is a metaphysical, historical novel written in the form of a lexicon. The book presents three different versions - Christian, Islamic, and Hebrew - of the history of the Khazars, an ancient people who converted to one of these three religions. The novel, filled with dreamlike narratives and fantastical elements, invites the reader to become an active participant, choosing their own path through the non-linear text, and even solving a murder mystery embedded within the story.

Set in the 1960s in the fictional town of Zephyr, Alabama, the novel follows the life of 12-year-old Cory Mackenson, whose life takes a mysterious turn when he witnesses his father attempt to save a man from a sinking car. The man is already handcuffed to the steering wheel, dead by strangulation. This event triggers a series of adventures and mysteries that Cory must unravel, all the while dealing with the challenges and joys of growing up. The book is a rich blend of nostalgia, magic realism, and the dark undercurrents of life in the American South.

"Paradiso" is a dense and lyrical novel that delves into the life of a young Cuban man named José Cemí, exploring his intellectual and sensual coming-of-age against the backdrop of early 20th-century Havana. The narrative is rich with poetic language and complex imagery, weaving together themes of family, sexuality, and the search for identity. Through a series of vivid, dreamlike episodes, the protagonist's personal growth is paralleled with the cultural and historical evolution of Cuba itself, presenting a tapestry of philosophical reflections and a deep dive into the nature of reality, time, and existence.

"All Souls' Day" is a novel about a Dutch documentary filmmaker, who, after losing his wife and daughter in a car accident, moves to Berlin to escape his grief. The protagonist becomes entangled in a series of romantic relationships while struggling to come to terms with his loss. The book blends narrative with philosophical musings on memory, loss, and the nature of time, using the city of Berlin as a backdrop to illustrate the protagonist's internal journey.

"The Clay Machine-gun" is a surreal and complex novel that explores the nature of reality and illusion. The story is set in post-Soviet Russia and follows a protagonist who has multiple identities, including a poet in 19th-century Russia, a 20th-century psychiatric patient, and a 21st-century advertising executive. The narrative moves between these identities and realities, blurring the lines between them and creating a layered and philosophical exploration of Russian society, identity, and the human psyche.

"The Castle of Crossed Destinies" is a unique narrative where the characters, unable to speak, tell their stories through the use of tarot cards. The book is divided into two parts, each set in a different castle, and features a variety of characters, including knights, kings, and queens, who each use the cards to weave their own tales. The stories are interconnected, creating a complex web of tales that explore themes of fate, destiny, and the interconnectedness of human experiences.

This novel is a fictionalized account of the life of Tituba, a woman of African descent who was enslaved and brought to America in the 17th century. Accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials, Tituba's story is one of survival and resilience as she navigates the brutal realities of slavery, racial prejudice, and mass hysteria. The narrative explores themes of gender, race, and power while offering a unique perspective on a notorious period in American history.