Dune
In a distant future where noble houses vie for control of the desert planet Arrakis, a young heir must navigate political intrigue and ancie…
WIRED - Best Science Fiction Books
Explore a curated list of the best science fiction books of all time, featuring visionary works that span from classic dystopias to futuristic adventures.
The Three-Body Problem
A groundbreaking science-fiction epic that blends quantum physics, online gaming, and a chilling conspiracy that threatens all of humanity. …
The Left Hand of Darkness
Explore a frozen world where gender is fluid and society is reshaped by the arrival of an alien envoy in this groundbreaking feminist scienc…
Exhalation
Ted Chiang's groundbreaking collection of short stories explores profound questions about humanity, reality, and the universe with poignant …
Oryx and Crake
In a world where genetic engineering has run amok, a man known as Snowman struggles to survive and protect the enigmatic Children of Crake, …
Dive into the future with WIRED's selection of the best science fiction books everyone should read. This list, compiled by the WIRED team, includes a diverse range of genres from cyberpunk to space operas and dystopian tales. Each book offers a unique vision of possible futures, some eerily plausible and others wildly imaginative. The list is presented in chronological order, allowing readers to trace the evolution of science fiction from its early beginnings to contemporary masterpieces. Whether you're a seasoned sci-fi enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection promises to captivate and inspire. Discover timeless classics like 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley and 'Dune' by Frank Herbert, alongside modern gems such as 'The Martian' by Andy Weir and 'The Power' by Naomi Alderman. Each book is a testament to the genre's ability to explore complex themes and push the boundaries of human imagination.