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Do you geek out over sci-fi and fantasy movies, TV, and games? Explore the pop culture galaxy, from streaming recommendations to tabletop gaming guides and more.

Afrofuturism, Africanfuturism, and Writing Black Futures

How are these subgenres defined, and what is their history?

Tune Into an NPR Throughline Episode on Octavia Butler, This Thursday the 18th

And get a sneak peek now from Throughline co-host Ramtin Arablouei!

From Xanth and Beyond: 18 Piers Anthony Books

The author of the long-running Xanth series isn't afraid to be quirky, dark—or a little controversial.

Read an Excerpt From Parable of the Sower, Octavia E. Butler's Transformative Novel

Butler's beloved book continues to resonate after nearly 30 years. 

9 Cult Sci-Fi Movies True Geeks Will Love

Do the time warp again with these weird and wonderful films. 

Author Talk: Mike Chen & Natalie Zina Walschots Unmask the Elusive Superhero Novel

The We Could Be Heroes author and Hench scribe discuss their shared love for superheroes. 

Amazon Studios Reveals the Lord of the Rings Series Synopsis

The show will transport fans to the Second Age of Middle-earth, when an age-old evil emerges.

Interview: Melissa Albert on Writing in the Blank Space After the 'Happy Ending'

The Hazel Woods author teases the "glitter and blood" readers can expect from her new book.

10 Cyberpunk Board Games to Stimulate Your Neuralware

All of the Cyberpunk 2077 fun, no console required.