Navigate the dynamic landscape of 21st-century American fiction with unparalleled clarity. This essential companion offers state-of-the-field analyses and programmatic insights into contemporary American literature. It deciphers critical pathways, explores emergent genres like digital and speculative fiction, and examines key concepts from Afro-futurism to post-9/11 narratives. An indispensable resource for university students, scholars, and anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of modern American literary output for academic research and study.