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    Books

    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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    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    Science Fiction Books

    7 Thrilling Tetralogies in Science Fiction and Fantasy

    7 Thrilling Tetralogies in Science Fiction and Fantasy

    These quartets and tetralogies offer compelling storylines and character relationships.

    By Matthew McCreary

    Science Fiction

    Our Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy Battle Royales and Competitions

    Our Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy Battle Royales and Competitions

    These characters are forced to compete in brutal contests, often to the death.

    By Archita Mittra

    Hard Science Fiction

    11 Sci-Fi Mysteries Like Leviathan Wakes

    11 Sci-Fi Mysteries Like Leviathan Wakes

    Is there anything better than unraveling a mystery inside an epic setting with characters you can’t help but love? We don’t think so. 

    By Jena Brown

    Brandon Sanderson

    How to Read Brandon Sanderson's Warbreaker for Free Online

    How to Read Brandon Sanderson's Warbreaker for Free Online

    Yes, this is completely legal. In fact, it's encouraged by the author himself.

    By The Portalist

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