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The 6 Books Nominated for the 2023 Hugo Awards

Looking for something new to read? Try some of the year's best novels.

Why ‘The Water Outlaws’ by S.L. Huang Is a Must-Read for Fantasy Lovers

Plus, more sci-fi/fantasy authors who use field expertise to craft their stories.

Inventive Causes for Zombie Apocalypses

Some say the world will end in fire, some say in ice … and some say in a swarm of flying fish zombies.

10 New and Upcoming Sci-Fi Novels We Can't Wait to Read

Looking for a new story to try? Keep an eye out for these exciting books.

10 Manga and Comic Books by Celebrity Creators

Rarely do comic-book writers or artists become household names, but sometimes household names try their hands at comics and manga.

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.

SFF Authors With Effortless Writing Styles

These science fiction and fantasy authors offer comfortable, easy-to-read prose that makes reading a joy.

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.

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

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. 

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.

Compelling Alternate History Books

How different could the world's history be? 

7 Thrilling Tetralogies in Science Fiction and Fantasy

These quartets and tetralogies offer compelling storylines and character relationships.

Our Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy Battle Royales and Competitions

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

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. 

13 Science Fiction Books Written by Actual Scientists

These authors know how to "science the s***" out of fiction. 

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

Explore shocking dystopian universes in Dick’s powerful novels.