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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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Dystopian Novels

Parable of the Sower: Enter Octavia Butler's Terrifying and Unforgettable World

Parable of the Sower: Enter Octavia Butler's Terrifying and Unforgettable World

Possessing hope and a strange ability, Lauren is thrust into an unknown world with a seemingly impossible goal.

By Audrey Webster

Female Fantasy Authors

Spanning Genres: The Lasting Influence of Lois Lowry and Her Work

Spanning Genres: The Lasting Influence of Lois Lowry and Her Work

The author explored both light and heavy subject matter—covering everything from contemporary adolescence to dystopian worlds and the Holocaust. 

By Stephen Lovely

Science Fiction Books

Author Joe Haldeman on How the Vietnam War Gave Him Something to Write About

Author Joe Haldeman on How the Vietnam War Gave Him Something to Write About

Haldeman’s military science fiction was heavily influenced by his time in combat.

By Joe Haldeman

Fantasy Books

Hear Stephen King & George R.R. Martin Discuss Their Craft

Hear Stephen King & George R.R. Martin Discuss Their Craft

The iconic authors share their inspirations and delve into ''how the f***" King writes so fast.

By The Portalist Staff

Science

The Genius Behind Modern Science: Books About Albert Einstein

The Genius Behind Modern Science: Books About Albert Einstein

Learn more about the theoretical physicist responsible for some of the most incredible scientific discoveries. 

By Audrey Webster

Science

8 Physics and Math Books to Read for Pi Day

8 Physics and Math Books to Read for Pi Day

Cut yourself a piece of pie and cozy up with one of these engrossing reads. 

By Carolyn Cox

Female Fantasy Authors

Tamora Pierce Talks Writing and Reading About Female Warriors

Tamora Pierce Talks Writing and Reading About Female Warriors

"I wrote what I wanted to read, which was sensible, intelligent girl swordfighters."

By Carolyn Cox

Space Exploration

Jack Parsons: A Pioneer of Rocket Science and His Bumpy Road to Fame

Jack Parsons: A Pioneer of Rocket Science and His Bumpy Road to Fame

Author George Pendle explores the fascinating and unorthodox life of a brilliant scientist in his book "Strange Angel."

By Audrey Webster

Fantasy Movies

The Re-Read: A Wrinkle in Time

The Re-Read: A Wrinkle in Time

Journey back to your childhood, and discover how your perceptions of "A Wrinkle in Time" might have changed from then to now.

By Molly Reiniger

Female Fantasy Authors

SNEAK PEEK: Children of Blood and Bone Is Your Next YA Fantasy Obsession

SNEAK PEEK: Children of Blood and Bone Is Your Next YA Fantasy Obsession

Debut author Tomi Adeyemi’s West African-inspired fantasy novel takes readers to a place where magic has died ... and a young girl has one chance to bring it back.

By Sarah Mangiola

Fantasy Books

8 Harry Potter Audiobooks That Will Transport You to Hogwarts

8 Harry Potter Audiobooks That Will Transport You to Hogwarts

Still sad you never got your Hogwarts Letter? These audiobooks are the next-best thing.

By Audrey Webster

Science Fiction Books

15 Fascinating Facts About Octavia Butler

15 Fascinating Facts About Octavia Butler

On the anniversary of her death, we look back on the extraordinary life of a remarkable writer.

By Carolyn Cox

Science

5 Technologies from Neuromancer That Are Almost Here

5 Technologies from Neuromancer That Are Almost Here

The tech that Gibson predicted 30+ years ago in Neuromancer now feels closer to reality than fiction.

By Chris Mahon

Page

The 2017 Nebula Awards Nominees Are Here

The 2017 Nebula Awards Nominees Are Here

How many have you read?

By Carolyn Cox

Science Fiction Books

How the Works of Shakespeare Shape Science Fiction

How the Works of Shakespeare Shape Science Fiction

Science fiction owes a debt to a dude born when many people still thought the Earth was the center of the Universe: William Shakespeare.

By Carolyn Cox

Fantasy Books

George R.R. Martin Says New A Song of Ice and Fire Book Coming This Year

George R.R. Martin Says New A Song of Ice and Fire Book Coming This Year

But no, it's not "The Winds of Winter."

By Carolyn Cox

Best Of

9 of the Best Audiobooks for Road Trips

9 of the Best Audiobooks for Road Trips

You're sure to have happy trails with these tales.

By Carolyn Cox

Female Fantasy Authors

You Need to Read Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses

You Need to Read Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses

Or "How I Fell in Love with Faeries—and Why You Will Too."

By Olivia Mason

Fantasy Movies

A Tolkien Scholar Examines the Nature of Evil in the One Ring

A Tolkien Scholar Examines the Nature of Evil in the One Ring

Is evil an external or internal force in Tolkien's beloved fantasy series?

By Olivia Mason

Science Fiction Books

Exclusive: The One-of-a-Kind Book Bundle Every Fan Must Own

Exclusive: The One-of-a-Kind Book Bundle Every Fan Must Own

We partnered with award-winning science fiction author Greg Bear to create a five-book collection that deserves a home in your personal library.

By The Portalist Staff

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