Can you name some famous writers and their first novels?

J. K. Rowling's first novel is 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone'. This book introduced the magical world of Hogwarts and its young wizard protagonist, Harry Potter, and it became a global phenomenon, spawning a multi - billion - dollar franchise.

One famous Japanese - American writer of immigration novels is Cynthia Kadohata. Her works often touch on the experiences of Japanese - Americans. Another is Karen Tei Yamashita. Her novels explore the complex cultural and historical aspects of Japanese - American immigration. Julie Otsuka is also well - known. Her writing beautifully portrays the lives and emotions of Japanese - American characters in the context of immigration.

Max Brand was also an American writer of western adventure novels. His works usually have a strong sense of adventure. He was good at creating exciting plots, such as the adventures of cowboys in the wild west.

James Joyce is a very famous modernist fiction writer. His works like 'Ulysses' are considered masterpieces of modernist literature. It revolutionized the way of writing with its complex narrative and exploration of the human psyche.

Ray Bradbury was still active in the 1970s and had some great short stories. His works often had a touch of science fiction and explored deep human emotions. Another one is Joyce Carol Oates. Her short stories in the 1970s were known for their complex characters and exploration of dark themes.

Sure. Kurt Vonnegut is a famous postmodern writer. His works, for instance 'Slaughterhouse - Five', blend elements of science fiction, historical events, and a unique narrative style that is very postmodern. Don DeLillo is also a significant figure. His novels often deal with the postmodern condition of society, exploring themes like consumerism and the impact of media in a very complex and self - reflexive way.

Franz Kafka could be considered one. His works often explore themes of alienation and despair. For instance, in 'The Metamorphosis', the protagonist's transformation into an insect can be seen as a symbol of his hopeless situation in a cold, unfeeling world.

One of the well - known first robot novels could be 'I, Robot' by Isaac Asimov. It's famous for its exploration of the Three Laws of Robotics.

One could consider 'The Book of Margery Kempe' as an early 'first lady novel' in a sense. Margery Kempe was an English woman who wrote about her spiritual experiences in the 15th century. Another example could be 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte. Although not the very first, it was a significant novel written by a woman that explored many complex themes such as love, independence, and social class from a female perspective.

Sure. 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen can be considered in a way as it has a lot of the story told from Elizabeth Bennet's perspective. Another one is 'Moby - Dick' which is mainly Ishmael's story told in the first person. And 'The Great Gatsby' where Nick Carraway tells the story in the first person.