Reread the Count of Monte Cristo [1] last week, as well as nonjon's "Where in the World is Harry Potter" series [2][3][4] (HP fanfiction, comedy and AU, mature content). Highly recommend both.
It 's seriously a fun, easy and inspiring read. I would recommend for any maker/hacker. (That's not an affiliate link nor am I connected in any form or shape to the author)
[1] http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1184
[2] Where in the World is Harry Potter? https://www.fanfiction.net/s/2354771/1/Where-in-the-World-is...
[3] The Untitled Cheekquel Project https://www.fanfiction.net/s/2477165/1/The-Untitled-Cheekque...
[4] You Did What! https://www.fanfiction.net/s/2630300/1/You-Did-What