Dystopian Novels Surge in Popularity Post-Election

Following Donald Trump's reelection, sales of dystopian novels like Margaret Atwood's "The Handmaid's Tale" and George Orwell's "1984" have surged, reflecting public concern over issues like reproductive rights. "The Handmaid's Tale" saw a 6,866% increase in sales, topping Amazon's literary and political fiction categories. The election, which highlighted reproductive rights, has drawn comparisons to Atwood's novel, set in a theocratic society. Other dystopian works, such as "Fahrenheit 451," also saw increased sales, while apps like Calm gained popularity amid election stress.