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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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Octavia Butler

Mars Rover Touchdown Site Named 'Octavia E. Butler Landing' by NASA

Mars Rover Touchdown Site Named 'Octavia E. Butler Landing' by NASA

"The Destiny of Earthseed is to take root among the stars." 

By Carolyn Cox

Fantasy Romance Books

Susan Krinard on Pouring Her Love for Real-Life Wolves into Paranormal Romance

Susan Krinard on Pouring Her Love for Real-Life Wolves into Paranormal Romance

In this special essay, Krinard reveals the inspiration behind her shifter fiction. 

By Susan Krinard

Fantasy Books

10 Magical Mercedes Lackey Books

10 Magical Mercedes Lackey Books

Saddle up and ride into adventure. 

By Orrin Grey

Classic Sci Fi Books

5 Golden Age of Science Fiction Female Authors

5 Golden Age of Science Fiction Female Authors

These writers prove that the Golden Age wasn't just defined by men. 

By Kayleigh Donaldson

Fantasy Book Series

Which Grishaverse Character Are You, Based on Your Zodiac Sign?

Which Grishaverse Character Are You, Based on Your Zodiac Sign?

According to the stars, you might be a Grisha.

By Kelsey Christine McConnell

Fantasy Books

13 Magical Middle Grade Fantasy and Sci-Fi Novels

13 Magical Middle Grade Fantasy and Sci-Fi Novels

These adventure-filled reads are the cure for a bad mood. 

By Shealea Iral

Octavia Butler

Join Symphony Space's Virtual Celebration of Octavia E. Butler!

Join Symphony Space's Virtual Celebration of Octavia E. Butler!

Guests will include N.K. Jemisin, Walter Mosley, Imani Perry, and other renowned writers and performers. 

By Carolyn Cox

Octavia Butler

Listen to the Full NPR Throughline Episode on Octavia Butler Now!

Listen to the Full NPR Throughline Episode on Octavia Butler Now!

This moving episode explores the "new ways of seeing" that are Butler's legacy. 

By Carolyn Cox

Fantasy Books

Netflix's Redwall Adaptation: 5 Elements From Brian Jacques' Books That We Hope to See

Netflix's Redwall Adaptation: 5 Elements From Brian Jacques' Books That We Hope to See

"Travel with me to Redwall in Mossflower country..."

By Orrin Grey

Afrofuturism

Afrofuturism, Africanfuturism, and Writing Black Futures

Afrofuturism, Africanfuturism, and Writing Black Futures

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

By Anifowoshe Ibrahim

Octavia Butler

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

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!

By Carolyn Cox

Science Fiction Books

From Xanth and Beyond: 18 Piers Anthony Books

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.

By The Portalist Staff

Afrofuturism

[CLOSED] Sweepstakes: Enter to Win a Powerful Afrofuturism Book Bundle!

[CLOSED] Sweepstakes: Enter to Win a Powerful Afrofuturism Book Bundle!

Please be aware this giveaways is now closed. 

By The Portalist Staff

Octavia Butler

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

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. 

By Kara Brand

Science Fiction Books

10 Books to Read Next If You Love N.K. Jemisin

10 Books to Read Next If You Love N.K. Jemisin

These powerful reads will captivate you.

By Anifowoshe Ibrahim

Science Fiction Books

Golden Age of Science Fiction Books: 11 of the Era's Most Influential Titles

Golden Age of Science Fiction Books: 11 of the Era's Most Influential Titles

Have you picked up these genre-defining reads?

By Kayleigh Donaldson

Superheroes

Mike Chen's We Could Be Heroes Is the Uplifting Superhero Novel We Deserve

Mike Chen's We Could Be Heroes Is the Uplifting Superhero Novel We Deserve

A soaring, fresh take on superheroes.

By Carolyn Cox

Superheroes

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

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. 

By Mike Chen

Interview

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

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.

By Carolyn Cox

Fantasy Books

Asian Fantasy Book Releases to Look Forward to in 2021

Asian Fantasy Book Releases to Look Forward to in 2021

Make room on your shelves today.

By Shealea Iral

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