What are some of the best selling Spanish language translated fiction works?

Sure. 'The Alchemist' is a great choice for beginners. It has a simple yet profound story that is easy to follow. The language in the translated version is also not overly complex. Another one could be 'The Little Prince', which has been translated into Spanish and then perhaps into other languages from Spanish as well. It's a short and charming story with lots of deep meanings.

Some best - selling Spanish fictions include 'Crimen y castigo en la comarca de los alicantes' (Crime and Punishment in the Alicante Region). This work delves deep into the human psyche in the context of a particular region. 'La ciudad de los prodigios' (The City of Marvels) is also a great one. It portrays the growth and transformation of a city and its people. And don't forget about 'El principito' (The Little Prince), which, although written in French by Antoine de Saint - Exupéry, has a very popular Spanish translation and is loved worldwide for its profound yet simple story about life and human nature.

Well, 'Cien años de soledad' is often at the top. Its exploration of time, family, and the cyclical nature of history through the Buendía family is captivating. Then there's 'La casa de los espíritus' (The House of the Spirits) by Isabel Allende. It tells a multi - generational story full of political and social commentary. And don't forget about 'Rayuela' (Hopscotch) by Julio Cortázar. It challenges traditional narrative structures and offers a very different reading experience.

One of the top - selling Spanish - language graphic novels is 'El Eternauta'. Its popularity has endured over the years. The story's ability to draw readers into a post - apocalyptic world and make them care about the characters has contributed to its high sales. 'Mafalda' is also a best - seller. Its relatable characters and the simple yet profound themes it explores have made it extremely popular among different age groups.

The '2018 best translated fiction' could potentially include works that explore different literary styles. It could have novels with stream - of - consciousness writing, or works that are more traditional in narrative structure. There might be translated works that bring the voices of marginalized communities from other parts of the world to a wider audience. Some might be experimental in nature, while others could be more mainstream, but all would have been recognized for their excellent translation quality.

One of the best - selling works of fiction is 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee. It has been popular for decades due to its profound exploration of racial injustice in the American South. Another is 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien. Its richly detailed fantasy world and epic story of good versus evil have attracted millions of readers worldwide. And 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling also tops the list. It has not only introduced a generation to the magic of Hogwarts but also dealt with themes like friendship, courage and the battle between good and evil in a very engaging way.

One of the great Spanish science fiction works is 'Time of the Doves' by Mercè Rodoreda. Although it may not be a traditional hard - core science fiction, it has elements of the surreal and the strange that can be related to science fiction in a sense. Another is 'The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat' by Oliver Sacks which has been translated into Spanish. It explores the strange and wonderful world of the human mind in a way that has science - fictional undertones.

Sure. 'Crononautas' by Enrique Gaspar is a great one. It involves time travel and complex characters.

Sure. 'La piel que habito' (The Skin I Live In) by Thierry Jonquet (but very popular in Spanish - speaking regions). It's a dark and twisted story that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Another is 'La isla misteriosa' (The Mysterious Island) which is an adventure - filled story. And 'Los detectives salvajes' (The Savage Detectives) is also a well - selling Spanish fiction with a unique narrative that follows different characters over time.

I'm not entirely sure which are the absolute best - selling ones, but 'Homage to Catalonia' by George Orwell has sold a significant number of copies. It's well - known for Orwell's honest account of his experiences in the Spanish Civil War, which appeals to many readers interested in that historical period.