Can you recommend some good Asian fiction books?

Another is 'The God of Small Things' by Arundhati Roy. Although she is Indian, this book which delves into family secrets, caste, and love in Kerala, has had a significant impact on the British Asian literary scene as it has been widely read and studied in the UK. It shows the complex web of relationships within an Indian family against the backdrop of social and political change.

I also recommend 'Snow Flower and the Secret Fan' by Lisa See. Set in 19th - century China, it delves into the lives of two women bound by an ancient form of communication. It shows the strict social hierarchy, the power of female friendship, and the unique cultural traditions in rural China.

Well, 'Legend of the Galactic Heroes' by Yoshiki Tanaka is quite popular. It presents a vast galactic empire and the power struggles within it. Also, 'Paprika' by Yasutaka Tsutsui is an interesting read. It dives into the world of dreams and reality through a science - fictional lens.

One such book could be 'The Dragon's Legacy' which weaves elements of Asian zodiac mythology into a young adult adventure. The main character discovers their connection to the dragon of the Asian zodiac and embarks on a journey to save their world.

Sure. 'The Little Prince' by Antoine de Saint - Exupéry is a great starting point. Although the author is French, the book has been widely loved in Asia and has Asian - influenced themes. It's a simple yet profound story about friendship, love, and seeing the world differently. Another good one is 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' which has Asian translations and is easy to follow for beginners.

One great Asian historical fiction is 'The Tale of Genji' from Japan. It gives a vivid picture of the Heian period's court life. The characters are complex and the descriptions of the era's culture, like the elaborate clothing and courtly manners, are fascinating.

For beginners, 'The Pillow Book' is a good start. It gives a vivid picture of the daily life and thoughts of a court lady in the Heian period of Japan. It's written in a very accessible way, full of observations and anecdotes.

One non - explicit work that has elements of Asian culture and some romantic or sensual undertones could be 'Memoirs of a Geisha' by Arthur Golden. It delves into the life of a geisha in Japan, with descriptions of relationships and cultural nuances. However, it is not overly erotic in a vulgar sense.

One great Afro - Asian fiction story is 'The God of Small Things' by Arundhati Roy. It beautifully weaves together the lives of characters in Kerala, India, with themes of caste, family, and love. Another is 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, which gives insights into African tribal life before the arrival of the Europeans. Also, 'Half of a Yellow Sun' by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a powerful story set during the Biafran War in Nigeria.

In Thailand, there could be fan fictions inspired by local action movies with gangster themes. These might feature the unique Thai cultural elements combined with the exciting gangster plotlines. However, it can be a bit difficult to find them as they might be in Thai and not as widely translated. But exploring Thai - language fan fiction platforms might yield some interesting finds.