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Passionate about great sci-fi and fantasy books? Join us on an epic quest for the greatest reads and best authors of all time, from classic books to new releases.

Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Series Perfect for Adults

Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Series Perfect for Adults

Dive deep into wondrous worlds with these speculative multi-book series.

Fantasy Book Series

By Archita Mittra

Fantasy Books

20 Fantasy Books Using Myths From Around the World

20 Fantasy Books Using Myths From Around the World

By Archita Mittra & Matthew McCreary

Sci Fi TV Shows

13 Books Like Black Mirror

13 Books Like Black Mirror

By Olivia Mason

Fantasy Books

8 Cozy Fantasy Titles Like Bookshops & Bonedust

8 Cozy Fantasy Titles Like Bookshops & Bonedust

By Kayleigh Donaldson

Writing

Why It Takes So Long to Write The Winds of Winter and The Doors of Stone

Why It Takes So Long to Write The Winds of Winter and The Doors of Stone

By Matthew McCreary

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Comic Books

Why The Amazing Screw-On Head by Mike Mignola Is My Favorite Book 

Why The Amazing Screw-On Head by Mike Mignola Is My Favorite Book 

Fans of Hellboy and imaginative weird fiction will love this illustrated short-story collection.

By Orrin Grey

Science Fiction Books

10 New and Upcoming Sci-Fi Novels We Can't Wait to Read

10 New and Upcoming Sci-Fi Novels We Can't Wait to Read

Looking for a new story to try? Keep an eye out for these exciting books.

By Jena Brown

Comic Books

10 Manga and Comic Books by Celebrity Creators

10 Manga and Comic Books by Celebrity Creators

Rarely do comic-book writers or artists become household names, but sometimes household names try their hands at comics and manga.

By Orrin Grey

Classic Fantasy Books

Unreliable Narrators in Sci-Fi and Fantasy

Unreliable Narrators in Sci-Fi and Fantasy

Trust the tale, not the teller.

By Archita Mittra

Star Trek

William Shatner's Star Trek Memoirs Take Fans Behind the Scenes

William Shatner's Star Trek Memoirs Take Fans Behind the Scenes

William Shatner’s illustrated memoirs give fans a look behind the curtain of Star Trek movies and TV shows.

By The Portalist Staff

Fantasy Creatures

Our Favorite Horses in Fantasy

Our Favorite Horses in Fantasy

These horses literally run the gamut from loyal partners to masters of their own destiny.

By Vernieda Vergara

Horror Books

13 Skin-Crawling Cosmic Horror Books

13 Skin-Crawling Cosmic Horror Books

Go beyond Lovecraft with this cosmic literature. 

By Orrin Grey

Fantasy Books

Reviewing The Fragile Threads of Power (and More Stabby Girl Books You'll Love)

Reviewing The Fragile Threads of Power (and More Stabby Girl Books You'll Love)

If you love A Darker Shade of Magic, these female-led fantasy books with magic and mischief galore might become your new favorite.

By Jena Brown

Fantasy Books

SFF Authors With Effortless Writing Styles

SFF Authors With Effortless Writing Styles

These science fiction and fantasy authors offer comfortable, easy-to-read prose that makes reading a joy.

By Archita Mittra

Science Fiction Books

13 of the Most-Hated Characters in Beloved SFF

13 of the Most-Hated Characters in Beloved SFF

These loathsome characters can't ruin these great sci-fi/fantasy novels, but it's not for lack of trying.

By Jena Brown

Book Excerpt

Read Chapter 1 of Seanan McGuire's Sleep No More

Read Chapter 1 of Seanan McGuire's Sleep No More

The latest installment in Seanan McGuire's Hugo-nominated October Daye urban fantasy series publishes today. Try the first chapter on The Portalist.

By The Portalist Staff

Science Fiction Books

15 Must-Read Hugo Award-Winning Stories

15 Must-Read Hugo Award-Winning Stories

Exceptional books from the best of the best.

By Sarah Mangiola & Xavier Piedra

Neil Gaiman

Charming Sci-Fi/Fantasy Like Neil Gaiman’s Stardust

Charming Sci-Fi/Fantasy Like Neil Gaiman’s Stardust

Step into a fairytale with these cozy, magical books.

By Archita Mittra

Fantasy Movies

The Strangest Sci-Fi and Fantasy Foods We Wish We Could Try  

The Strangest Sci-Fi and Fantasy Foods We Wish We Could Try  

Delectable or downright disgusting, we can’t help but be curious.

By Isabel Montero

Dystopian Novels

The Pros and Cons of The Measure by Nikki Erlick

The Pros and Cons of The Measure by Nikki Erlick

It's not a perfect book, but there's a lot to love about the 2022 dystopian hit. 

By Michelle Goff

Science Fiction Books

13 Anne McCaffrey Books You'll Remember Forever

13 Anne McCaffrey Books You'll Remember Forever

Take flight with these vivid reads. 

By Kara Williamson & Carolyn Cox

Science Fiction Books

8 Short SFF Books You'll Devour in a Day

8 Short SFF Books You'll Devour in a Day

Science fiction and fantasy books don't have to be long to make an impression. 

By Matthew McCreary

Fantasy Books

12 Unforgettable Erotic Fantasy Books to Heat Up Your Reading Life 

12 Unforgettable Erotic Fantasy Books to Heat Up Your Reading Life 

Your wildest wishes come true in these titillating tales. 

By Kayleigh Donaldson

Classic Sci Fi Books

6 Challenging Novels Only Real SFF Fans Will Love

6 Challenging Novels Only Real SFF Fans Will Love

Most readers either love or hate these complex, high-concept novels of science fiction and fantasy.

By Matthew McCreary

Science Fiction Books

Compelling Alternate History Books

Compelling Alternate History Books

How different could the world's history be? 

By Grace Felder

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