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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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    Fantasy Books

    8 Gritty Science Fiction and Fantasy Books Like A Game of Thrones

    8 Gritty Science Fiction and Fantasy Books Like A Game of Thrones

    This is epic grimdark fantasy at its finest.

    By Archita Mittra

    Black Fantasy Authors

    6 Exciting SFF Debuts by Black Authors in 2025

    6 Exciting SFF Debuts by Black Authors in 2025

    You'll love these authors being published for the first time!

    By Kayleigh Donaldson

    Hard Science Fiction

    Terrifying Sci-Fi Books About Being Stranded in Space

    Terrifying Sci-Fi Books About Being Stranded in Space

    Caution: These stories might deter you from making any intergalactic travel plans.

    By Jena Brown

    Science Fiction Books

    The Best Science Fiction of the 1970s

    The Best Science Fiction of the 1970s

    These sci-fi classics stand the test of time.

    By Archita Mittra

    Science Fiction Books

    25 Sci-Fi Romance Books That Will Make You Swoon

    25 Sci-Fi Romance Books That Will Make You Swoon

    Add a new couple to your repertoire of sci-fi OTPs.

    By G.G. Andrew, Kelsey Christine McConnell & Aviva Kaplan

    Marvel

    9 of the Best Captain America Books and Comics to Devastate, Delight, and Inspire

    9 of the Best Captain America Books and Comics to Devastate, Delight, and Inspire

    He knows what it feels like to fight for freedom—and he knows what it costs to have it.

    By Kelsey Christine McConnell

    Science Fiction Books

    The Sun Is Dying and Aliens Face Extinction in ‘Fugitive Planet’

    The Sun Is Dying and Aliens Face Extinction in ‘Fugitive Planet’

    The last hope for the highly advanced Babekian race lies within our solar system, but can they survive against humanity?

    By The Portalist Staff

    Science Fiction Books

    7 of Our Favorite Poul Anderson Books

    7 of Our Favorite Poul Anderson Books

    The Grand Master of Science Fiction truly sets the standard for speculative fiction.

    By Jena Brown

    Fantasy Books

    Rachel Gillig's One Dark Window Is Bleak and Brilliant

    Rachel Gillig's One Dark Window Is Bleak and Brilliant

    This atmospheric debut follows a cursed young woman as she grapples with the monster within.

    By Vernieda Vergara

    Science Fiction Books

    Celebrating the Best of Greg Bear's Speculative Fiction

    Celebrating the Best of Greg Bear's Speculative Fiction

    The co-founder of San Diego Comic-Con and science fiction icon wrote more than 30 novels in his storied career.

    By Matthew Thompson & Jena Brown

    Fantasy Romance Books

    15 Irresistible Enemies-to-Lovers Fantasy Books

    15 Irresistible Enemies-to-Lovers Fantasy Books

    You won't be able to deny how these books make you feel. 

    By Grace Felder

    Fantasy Books

    Scary, Spooky, Supernatural, and Sweet: 10 Masterful Books by Charles de Lint

    Scary, Spooky, Supernatural, and Sweet: 10 Masterful Books by Charles de Lint

    Charles de Lint blends supernatural elements with urban settings in these books ranging from magical realism to flat-out horror. 

    By Aviva Kaplan

    Fantasy Creatures

    8 Werewolf Books Like Wolf Man

    8 Werewolf Books Like Wolf Man

    Werewolves never go out of style.

    By Kayleigh Donaldson

    Fantasy Book Series

    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.

    By Archita Mittra

    Science Fiction Books

    Brian Aldiss Sci-Fi Books That Will Blow Your Mind

    Brian Aldiss Sci-Fi Books That Will Blow Your Mind

    The Grand Master wrote experimental science fiction for the British New Wave of the 1960s and 70s.

    By Olivia Mason

    Hard Science Fiction

    Hard Science Fiction Like Blindsight by Peter Watts

    Hard Science Fiction Like Blindsight by Peter Watts

    Hard sci-fi, easy to love.

    By Kayleigh Donaldson

    Historical Fantasy

    Guy Gavriel Kay Books: Bright Stars and Dark Roads

    Guy Gavriel Kay Books: Bright Stars and Dark Roads

    Explore fantastical versions of medieval Europe, ancient China, and more reimagined worlds.

    By Orrin Grey

    Fantasy Books

    Speculative Short Fiction for Adults

    Speculative Short Fiction for Adults

    Explore pocket dimensions filled with awe and magic, enchantment, and terror.

    By Archita Mittra

    Fantasy Romance Books

    8 Dragon Romantasy Books Like Fourth Wing

    8 Dragon Romantasy Books Like Fourth Wing

    Celebrate the release of Onyx Storm with these scorchingly hot dragon romantasies.

    By Kayleigh Donaldson

    Science Fiction Books

    Body-Jumping Science Fiction Like Immortal Longings

    Body-Jumping Science Fiction Like Immortal Longings

    Take a walk in someone else's shoes with these body-jumping science fiction stories.

    By Jena Brown

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