"Jack the Dullard" is a classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen about a simple-minded boy named Jack who outsmarts his two clever brothers and wins the hand of the princess. His adventures in... | Rate it: | |
"Jane Lavinia" is a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, featuring a young girl named Jane Lavinia Parker, who grapples with the challenges of growing up in a small community. The narrati... | Rate it: | |
"Jane's Baby" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a touching short story that explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of motherhood. The narrative centers around Jane, a young woman who fac... | Rate it: | |
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Jeff Peters as a Personal Magnet "Jeff Peters as a Personal Magnet" is a humorous short story by O. Henry that follows the adventures of Jeff Peters, a charming yet unscrupulous con artist. Set in the early 20th century,... | Rate it: | |
"Jenny Wren" is a short story by Charles Dickens, included in his collection "The Christmas Stories." The narrative centers around a young, disabled girl named Jenny Wren, who e... | Rate it: | |
"Jeroboam" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that delves into themes of ambition, social status, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows the life of a young man, Jero... | Rate it: | |
"Jessamine," written by Lucy Maud Montgomery, is a novella that explores themes of love, longing, and the complexities of human relationships. The story revolves around the titular character, Jessa... | Rate it: | |
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Jim Sulivan's Adventures in the Great Snow "Jim Sulivan's Adventures in the Great Snow" is a captivating tale by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu that follows the thrilling exploits of a young protagonist, Jim Sulivan, as he navigates the cha... | Rate it: | |
"Johnnyboy" is a short story by Bret Harte, set in the American West during the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the character of Johnnyboy, a young boy navigating the challenges of... | Rate it: | |
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Jorinda and Jorindel is a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm that follows the story of two young lovers, Jorinda and Jorindel, who were separated by an evil witch. Jorinda, transformed into a nightin... | Rate it: | |
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Joy it Was Twelve O'clock at Night "Joy, it Was Twelve O'Clock at Night" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of human emotion, desire, and the complexities of happiness. The narrative revolves around the... | Rate it: | |
"Judkin of the Parcels" is a novella by Hector Hugh Munro, better known by his pen name, Saki. The story revolves around a humorous and satirical exploration of the absurdities of social class and ... | Rate it: | |
"Julie Romain" is a lesser-known novella by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, societal expectations, and personal sacrifice. The story revolves around Julie Romain, a young woman caug... | Rate it: | |
"Julius Cæsar" by James Baldwin is a retelling of William Shakespeare's classic play that focuses on the themes of power, betrayal, and political intrigue in ancient Rome. Baldwin's adaptation brin... | Rate it: | |
"July Nineteenth" is a beautifully written short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery that captures the essence of summer and the complexities of human relationships. Set in a small, idyllic community, th... | Rate it: | |
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Jungle Secrets: The Quest for The Fantastic Four—they were indeed fantastic. They inhthe Lost Temple | Rate it: | |
Jungle Whispers: Ravi's Adventures Echoes of Ancient Curses and Brave Hearts: Ravi's unforgettable journey into the heart of India, where myth and reality blur together in tales of heroism and sacrifice | Rate it: | |
"Jupiter and the Farmer" is a morals-based fable that explores themes of justice and integrity. A farmer, unhappy with Jupiter's judgement, challenges him, leading to a series of decisions that put... | Rate it: | |
"Jupiter and the Monkey" is a classic fable by Aesop in which Jupiter, king of the gods, organizes a beauty contest among newly born creatures. A monkey tries to win by dressing up and acting like ... | Rate it: | |
"Jupiter and the Thunderbolts" by Jean de La Fontaine is a metaphorical tale inspired by Greek mythology. The story spins around Jupiter, the king of gods, who is discontent with the behavior of hu... | Rate it: | |
"Jupiter and the Traveller" is a collection of insightful fables written by Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves around a traveler who seeks Jupiter's help for his journey, offering him a glimps... | Rate it: | |
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"Just Meat" is a collection of short stories by Jack London that explores themes of survival, human experience, and the primal instincts inherent within both man and nature. The stories reflect Lon... | Rate it: |

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Are you a literary expert?
»Who wrote "Middlemarch"?
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Charlotte Brontë
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Elizabeth Gaskell
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George Eliot
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William Thackeray