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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

17 Must-Read Philip K. Dick Books That Sci-Fi Fans Can't Miss

17 Must-Read Philip K. Dick Books That Sci-Fi Fans Can't Miss

Explore shocking dystopian universes in Dick’s powerful novels.

By Allison Wild, Keith Rice & Elias Garfinkel

Science Fiction Books

6 Summer Reads of Space Exploration

6 Summer Reads of Space Exploration

Enjoy the cool vacuum of space with the warmth of a poolside view.

By Matthew McCreary

Interview

INTERVIEW: Pierce Brown on Writing a Bestselling Sci-Fi/Fantasy Series

INTERVIEW: Pierce Brown on Writing a Bestselling Sci-Fi/Fantasy Series

Bestselling author Pierce Brown's latest book, Light Bringer, is available July 25. 

By Jena Brown

Science Fiction Books

9 Sci-Fi Stories About Artificial Intelligence

9 Sci-Fi Stories About Artificial Intelligence

These books offer reminders about the potential—and perils—of artificial intelligence.

By Jena Brown

Science Fiction Books

Must-Read Indian Fantasy and Science Fiction Books

Must-Read Indian Fantasy and Science Fiction Books

Diversify your SFF reading list with these fun, quirky and thought-provoking titles by Indian authors.

By Archita Mittra

Fantasy Creatures

5 Stories of Transformation for Fans of The Last Unicorn

5 Stories of Transformation for Fans of The Last Unicorn

Why be limited by humanity? Experience the impossible with these fantasy books of transformation. 

By Allison Peart

Science Fiction Books

10 Great Books for New Sci-Fi/Fantasy Readers

10 Great Books for New Sci-Fi/Fantasy Readers

These 10 books can help turn sci-fi/fantasy skeptics into devoted fans.

By Matthew McCreary

Fantasy Book Series

What You Need to Know About The Land of Stories by Chris Colfer

What You Need to Know About The Land of Stories by Chris Colfer

These bestselling fairy-tale retellings, written by actor and author Chris Colfer, are family-friendly and great for middle-grade readers.

By Natalie Dalea

Science Fiction Books

6 Kurt Vonnegut Classics That Define Speculative Fiction

6 Kurt Vonnegut Classics That Define Speculative Fiction

Vonnegut's works might be literary marvels, but they also helped to shape science fiction as we know it.

By Jena Brown

Fairy Tales

9 Fairy-Tale Manga You Should Read

9 Fairy-Tale Manga You Should Read

These manga stories put new twists on classic fairy tales.

By Vernieda Vergara

Fantasy Book Series

Slow-Burn Romances in Science Fiction and Fantasy

Slow-Burn Romances in Science Fiction and Fantasy

These speculative love stories will set your heart racing. 

By Archita Mittra

Hard Science Fiction

Your Favorite Sci-Fi Author's Favorite Sci-Fi Book

Your Favorite Sci-Fi Author's Favorite Sci-Fi Book

This list features book recommendations from bestselling science fiction authors like Pierce Brown, Liu Cixin, and John Scalzi.

By Matthew McCreary

Science Fiction Books

Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books You Should Read Based on Your Favorite Hobbit

Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books You Should Read Based on Your Favorite Hobbit

We think these nine hobbits (and Harfoots) would sign off on some classic science fiction and fantasy novels.

By Jena Brown

Fantasy Books

13 Magical Fantasy Books Inspired by Irish Mythology

13 Magical Fantasy Books Inspired by Irish Mythology

Celebrate the Emerald Isle with one of these fantasy books inspired by Irish mythology.

By Orrin Grey

Fantasy Books

10 Great Pokémon Books for Kids

10 Great Pokémon Books for Kids

If you want to catch ‘em all, you gotta read ‘em all. These 10 Pokémon books can help kids and adults alike deepen their love of a classic fantasy world.

By Natalie Dalea

Fantasy Books

[CLOSED] Enter for Your Chance to Win Dragonfall by L.R. Lam!

[CLOSED] Enter for Your Chance to Win Dragonfall by L.R. Lam!

Twenty winners will receive a copy of L.R. Lam's Dragonfall.

By The Portalist Staff

Hard Science Fiction

Science Fiction Comedies Like The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams

Science Fiction Comedies Like The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams

These great science fiction books feature funny yet poignant adventures, set in galaxies far, far away.

By Archita Mittra

Fantasy Books

11 Great Manga Featuring Gods and Classic Myths

11 Great Manga Featuring Gods and Classic Myths

From traditional Japanese mythology to classic Greco-Roman pantheons, these manga series put a new spin on ancient gods and legendary stories.

By Vernieda Vergara

LGBTQIA

14 Sapphic Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books That Are Spectacularly Queer

14 Sapphic Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books That Are Spectacularly Queer

Perfect f/f reads for Pride Month and beyond!

By Shealea Iral

Fantasy Books

What's Your Favorite Fantasy Author's Favorite Fantasy Book?

What's Your Favorite Fantasy Author's Favorite Fantasy Book?

Have you ever wondered about George R.R. Martin’s favorite book? How about Neil Gaiman or Patrick Rothfuss?

By Matthew McCreary

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