Space! Dragons! Space dragons (that’s a thing)! Welcome to the sci-fi and fantasy corner of Book Riot, where we discuss the best fantasy book series (and best fantasy books that standalone–yes, those do exist), YA sci-fi, science fiction books for kids, cozy sci-fi (also a thing!), and more. Grab your sword and hop in the spaceship: let’s get reading.
In these sci-fi and fantasy novels involving tarot, the cards shape magic systems, reveal destinies, and make sense of uncertainty.
The bookstore at the end of the world, a vampire mystery, and more of the best debut sci-fi and fantasy novels out in 2025.
Get ready to place your preorders and library holds now on the most anticipated sci-fi and fantasy books of 2025, according to Goodreads.
Start your 2025 reading year off strong with the best new science fiction and fantasy books out in January.
Here are the last sci-fi/fantasy links worth clicking, including the worst-written sci-fi movies and an excerpt from the new Nnedi Okorafor.
This novel follows two Mexican American women across different timelines with magical realism and beautiful prose (plus time-traveling nuns).
If you love heist novels, adventure stories, or Indiana Jones-type stories, then this book is a must-read.
Get ready to fall in love with these 10 excellent sapphic sci-fi books, including THE STARS TOO FONDLY by Emily Hamilton.
Cozy fantasy romance books are the perfect choice to warm up with this winter, immersing you in feel-good, magical love stories.
A look at the Greek goddesses, their roles, and how the stories told about them (mostly by men) have informed us as to who they are.