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A lunar colony's revolt against Earth's rule, exploring themes of revolution and self-governance.

Explores themes of religion, science, and the end of the world through the perspective of a fictional religion.

In a near-future society where people live in a controlled, surveilled environment, a couple grapples with their desire for autonomy while navigating the consequences of their life choices.

The first book in the Broken Earth trilogy, it follows three women with unique powers in a collapsing world.

A collection of short stories exploring themes of robotics and human emotions.

In a world plagued by a mysterious enemy, a young girl trains to pilot a spaceship and uncover the secrets of her past.

In a future where consciousness can be transferred to different bodies, a former soldier is hired to investigate his own murder, dealing with love, betrayal, and identity along the way.

Set in the Dune universe, this sequel to Dune follows Paul Atreides as he navigates the complexities of power, prophecy, and the consequences of his actions after becoming Emperor.

A shape-shifting mercenary is on a mission to retrieve a powerful AI amidst a war between two very different civilizations, exploring the nature of conflict and ideology.

In a future world where humanity lives underground in isolation, reliant on a vast Machine to provide for their needs, a mother and son grapple with the limits of their existence.

After a series of alien attacks devastates Earth, a young girl must navigate the dangers of both aliens and humans to save her brother.

Set in a near-future world, the series follows homicide detective Eve Dallas as she solves crimes and navigates her personal life.

In a post-apocalyptic world where alien souls invade human bodies, a young woman named Melanie Stryder fights alongside an alien soul named Wanderer for control over her body and love for the man she left behind.

In a futuristic society where people live in a giant underground silo, a young woman named Juliette begins to uncover secrets about her world and the truth of the conditions outside.

In a dystopian future, a group of rebels fights against a regime controlled by fallen angels.

In the sequel to Gideon the Ninth, necromancer Harrowhark Nonagesimus is thrown into a high-stakes game of survival and betrayal in a complex universe filled with necromancy and intrigue.

A young ambassador from a small space station fights to save her home while grappling with the cultural complexities of the expansive, imperial power she serves.

In the sequel to A Memory Called Empire, the protagonist must navigate interstellar politics to prevent an invasion and foster peace among different civilizations.

This book provides an in-depth look at the creation of the beloved fantasy film 'The Dark Crystal,' exploring its unique world, characters, and the blend of puppetry and story-telling that makes it a classic.

In a universe divided by zones of thought, a catastrophe triggers a war across galaxies, as different factions and beings struggle for survival and power, intertwining both fantasy elements and advanced technology.

In a world where magic and technology coexist, a gunslinger is on a quest to find the elusive Dark Tower. His journey is filled with mythical creatures and philosophical questions about existence.

In a future America ravaged by climate change, two children struggle to survive in a land filled with warlords and bioengineered soldiers, forging their own destinies amidst chaos.

A complex narrative that engages with themes of technology and reality as characters navigate a near-future world.

A heist story set in a lunar city where a young woman gets involved in conflict and danger while attempting to execute a plan to commit a crime.

Set in the Warhammer 40k universe, this story involves conflict and intrigue in a futuristic world filled with space operas and epic tales.

A prehistoric megacomet shark, the megalodon, resurfaces, threatening the underwater exploration team and unleashing chaos.

A serene exploration of friendship and existence between a monk and a robot in a tranquil future. It delves into themes of purpose, connection, and the beauty of simple moments.

A love story between two teens where one of them has a superpower that allows them to feel other people's emotions, exploring themes of identity and acceptance.

A blend of necromancy, adventure, and LGBTQ+ representation following characters caught in a cosmic mystery.

A neuroscientist discovers a way to enter people's memories, creating a new phenomenon that leads to chaotic time loops and altered realities.

A Victorian scientist invents a time machine and travels to the distant future, where he encounters the Eloi and Morlocks, two species that evolved from humanity.

A story that explores the evolution of a species of spiders, which gain intelligence and civilization as humanity faces extinction. The narrative intertwines themes of survival, growth, and the consequences of playing God.

A man dies and finds himself uploaded into a computer, leading to multiple clones exploring the universe.

A scientist experiments with invisibility but spirals into madness as he becomes invisible, leading to chaotic events and horror. His struggle with his sanity and the implications of his discovery create a thrilling narrative reminiscent of dark Doctor Who episodes.

Following the misadventures of Dave Lister, the last human alive, and his oddball crew aboard the spaceship Red Dwarf, the novel is filled with time travel, alternate realities, and a mix of humor and sci-fi tropes that echo the playful absurdism of Doctor Who.

In a future ravaged by genetic engineering gone wrong, Snowman may be the last human alive, reflecting on his past and the events that led to this reality.

Set in the tunnels of the Moscow Metro after a nuclear apocalypse, survivors must face dangers both human and monstrous as they search for a new hope.

After a nuclear war, a group of monks in the desert of the Southwestern United States preserve the remnants of human knowledge for future generations.

A mysterious cylindrical object enters the solar system and a team is sent to investigate its nature and purpose.

The story follows a team sent to investigate a mysterious cylindrical alien starship that enters the Solar System.

In a world plagued by apocalyptic events, individuals known as orogenes wield the power to control geological forces. The story is centered around a woman searching for her missing daughter amidst societal complexities and a harsh magical system that is both feared and exploited.

A gripping narrative that blends real-life technology and military developments with a speculative look at a future war between the U.S. and China, built on intricate research and interviews with military experts and innovators.

A lyrical correspondence between two time-traveling agents on opposing sides of a war, who fall in love across the threads of time and space.

A man is abducted into a world where his life diverged from the one he knows, leading him to question the choices he's made.

Set in a far future where humanity has colonized planets, this novel features a weaving of narratives told by seven pilgrims traveling to the distant world of Hyperion. Each story reflects themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning, layered within science fiction tropes and mythological references.

A soldier becomes 'unstuck in time' and experiences key moments of his life, including his time in World War II and the bombing of Dresden.

A mysterious area known as 'Area X' is cut off from the rest of the world, and multiple expeditions into it have ended in disaster. The story follows a group of women who are sent to explore this strange place, where the laws of nature seem to have changed.

A science fiction novel that explores themes of gender and sexuality on a planet where inhabitants are ambisexual.

Astronaut Mark Watney faces a battle for survival after being stranded on Mars. Using his ingenuity and humor, he navigates the challenges of isolation and limited resources, telling a gripping tale of perseverance.

Mace Windu faces a new threat in the galaxy and utilizes his Jedi training and unique abilities to confront it.

A gifted child is trained to command Earth's fleet in a war against an alien species in a battle that could determine the fate of humanity.

A scientist discovers a way to predict the future and tries to save the Galactic Empire from collapse.

In a color-coded society, Darrow, a lowly Red, infiltrates the ruling Gold caste to avenge the death of his wife and fight for the rights of the oppressed. The story follows his journey through brutal trials at a prestigious institute.

In a future where the elderly can enlist in an interstellar military service to regain their youth, one man's experience as a new soldier reveals the complexities and moral dilemmas of war.

George Orr discovers that his dreams can alter reality, leading him to a conflict with a psychiatrist who seeks to control his abilities and reshape the world according to his own vision.

A lone astronaut awakens from sleep to find himself on a mysterious spaceship, with no memory of who he is and a mission to save Earth from an extinction-level threat posed by an alien species.

In a future where parents can choose to 'unwind' their teenage children, the lives of three teens intertwine as they fight against their fate of being harvested for their body parts.

In a world where mortality is eradicated, two teens are selected to become Scythes, tasked with controlling the population by 'gleaning'. They must learn the ethics of life and death in a society that has perfected immortality.

A world plagued by constant seismic activity, where certain individuals can cause or prevent earthquakes. It follows the struggles of a mother searching for her daughter while navigating a society that fears her kind.

A collection of mind-bending stories that explore themes of free will, time travel, and the nature of consciousness.

Set in a dystopian future, the novel follows Lauren Olamina, a woman with hyperempathy, as she navigates a world of chaos and strives to establish a new belief system while seeking safety and community.

Bobby Pendragon discovers he is a Traveler who can move between different territories and must battle evil forces threatening the universe.

In a world where superpowered beings, called Epics, rule over regular humans, a group of ordinary people fights back against the tyranny of the Epics.

In a futuristic city, a cyborg mechanic must confront her identity and the fate of her world in this retelling of Cinderella.

A story about a family that must relocate to an alien planet, highlighting themes of adaptation and acceptance.

A humorous and adventurous tale following a young girl and her alien friend as they embark on a journey to save Earth from an invading alien race.

Meg Murry and her friends travel through space and time to rescue her father from a dark force.

A young woman becomes an overnight sensation after discovering mysterious statues around the world, and she must navigate fame and public perception.

A plane crash leads to a mysterious time warp, stranding passengers on a beach where they must navigate the complexities of time and survival.

The story involves a mysterious apartment building and the dark secrets it hides, contributing to a feeling of suspense similar to 'Lost'.

A group is sent to investigate a mysterious and deadly area known as Area X, filled with bizarre phenomena and transformations.

A science fiction epic with themes of love, loss, and humanity's journey.

Explores the lives of clones raised for organ donation, reflecting on love and loss as the characters confront their fate.

In a post-apocalyptic world, a supercomputer has killed all but five people and keeps them alive to torture them for eternity, exploring themes of despair and the human condition.

In a future society where books are banned and 'firemen' burn any that are found, a fireman begins to see the value of preserving knowledge and literature.

A mentally disabled man undergoes an experimental surgery to increase his intelligence, leading to a poignant exploration of human nature and consciousness.

A modern black woman is repeatedly transported back to early 19th century Maryland where she encounters her ancestors and the realities of slavery.

A team of explorers travel through a wormhole in space in an attempt to ensure humanity's survival.