Amatka
In a world where language shapes reality, Vanja uncovers a sinister plot in the austere colony of Amatka, where nothing is as it seems and e…
The Best Sci-Fi Books of All Time
A curated list of the most influential and beloved science fiction books, featuring classic tales and hidden gems.
Ammonite
On the isolated planet Jeep, a deadly virus has altered the surviving women in ways that terrify newcomers. Anthropologist Marghe Taishan ar…
The Best of All Possible Worlds
A proud alien society must adapt or perish when their home is destroyed, leading to an unlikely alliance with the humanoids of their new wor…
Binti: The Complete Trilogy
Join Binti, a brilliant young Himba girl, on her interstellar journey from her home to the prestigious Oomza University, where she must navi…
The City & The City
A detective's journey through two overlapping cities becomes a psychological and physical odyssey in this mind-bending crime novel.
Dark Matter (Movie Tie-In)
A mind-bending thriller about a man who wakes up in a reality where his life is unrecognizable, forcing him to question what's real and what…
Darwin's Radio
A virus hunter uncovers a long-dormant virus in human DNA that threatens to reawaken with devastating consequences for pregnant women.
The Daughter of Doctor Moreau
A dreamy reimagining of The Island of Doctor Moreau set in nineteenth-century Mexico, blending horror, science fiction, and historical event…
Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
In a post-apocalyptic world, a bounty hunter grapples with the blurred line between humans and androids, questioning what it means to be hum…
Doomsday Book
A time traveler finds themselves stranded in the midst of the Black Death, facing the horrors of medieval Europe.
Downbelow Station
In the vast expanse of space, a strategic station becomes the epicenter of a galactic struggle, where the fates of humans and aliens intertw…
Dune (Movie Tie-In)
A sweeping sci-fi epic set on the desert planet Arrakis, Dune follows the journey of Paul Atreides as he navigates a complex web of politics…
This Great Hemisphere
In a future where half the population is invisible, a young woman embarks on a daring mission to save her brother and challenge the oppressi…
The Fold
A small-town man with unique gifts is drawn into a high-stakes mystery involving a revolutionary teleportation device that may hide a danger…
The Gone World
A chilling blend of crime and sci-fi, where a detective's investigation into a murdered family leads her to uncover the terrifying end of hu…
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: The Illustrated Edition
Join Arthur Dent on a hilarious and mind-bending journey through the universe with this beautifully illustrated edition of Douglas Adams' cl…
How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe
A time machine repairman finds himself stuck in a time loop, blending the wit of Douglas Adams with the modern edge of Douglas Coupland.
The Last Policeman
In a world on the brink of apocalypse, Detective Hank Palace investigates a suspicious death, questioning the very fabric of civilization an…
The Surviving Sky
In a world of floating cities and devastating magic, a couple's marriage is tested as they uncover deadly truths that could destroy their ci…
The Real Story
In a future of faster-than-light travel and political intrigue, a notorious ore pirate and a former police officer find themselves at the ce…
Sleeping Giants
A girl's discovery of an ancient, mysterious hand made of rare metal sets her on a path to unravel a global puzzle that could rewrite histor…
This list compiles some of the most influential and beloved science fiction books of all time. It includes classic tales that have shaped the genre, as well as hidden gems that offer unique perspectives and imaginative worlds. From dystopian futures to interstellar adventures, these books explore themes of human nature, technology, and the unknown. Whether you're a longtime fan of sci-fi or new to the genre, this list provides a comprehensive guide to the best that science fiction has to offer. Dive into these captivating stories and discover the boundless possibilities of the imagination.
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