Science Fiction/Fantasy

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.

Heroes Get Better with Age: 10 Middle-Aged Protagonists in SFF

Set out for the horizon with these middle-aged protagonists in SFF, including The Dream-Quest of Vellitt Boe by Kij Johnson,…

2 weeks ago

8 Award-Winning Fantasy Books You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Here are eight fabulous award-winning fantasy books you might not have heard of, including The House of Rust by Khadijah…

3 weeks ago

10 Fantasy Books Where Math is Magic

If you’re looking for books where math is magic, these 10 have everything from time travel to explorations of the…

3 weeks ago

12 Stellar Found Family Young Adult Books in Space

In space, your found family is the group that CAN hear you scream. Here are 12 stellar found family young…

3 weeks ago

10 of the Best Fantasy Books of Summer 2023

Fear not, fantasy readers! You don't need magical abilities to enjoy these 10 of the best fantasy books of summer…

3 weeks ago

Fantasy Books for People Who Don’t Like Fantasy Books

If fantasy intimidates you or you think you don't like the genre, give these books a shot and see if…

4 weeks ago

10 of the Best Magic Systems in Fantasy

From magic systems based around words, math, or crafts, these are the best magic systems in fantasy books, from the…

4 weeks ago

10 Sweeping Fantasy Books Like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

While you charge up your Nintendo Switch, here are 10 sweeping fantasy books like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of…

4 weeks ago

10 Great Books Like Guardians of the Galaxy

Great comics and novels bring space vibes, found-family vibes, and sometimes both. Here are 10 great books like Guardians of…

4 weeks ago

What Counts as Cozy Fantasy?

How much conflict is too much for a cozy fantasy? One reader proposes introducing labels for small conflict vs. large…

4 weeks ago