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.
Learn about Tolkien’s masterpiece, with these Lord of the Rings facts and answers about frequently-asked questions.
These Beauty and the Beast retellings give a whole new spin on the classic fairy tale everyone loves, perfect for teens and adults.
Lands of lost objects often appear in fantasy novels of all ages. What purpose do they serve, and why do we find them so compelling?
In only 10 questions in this fantasy character quiz, find out which great fantasy hero you are. Wizard, thief, or warrior?
Dystopian novels can make for bleak reading. Looking at real-life responses to disasters suggests, thankfully, they're too pessimistic.
To celebrate the premiere of the new Little Mermaid movie, here are 9 middle grade and YA books like The Little Mermaid!
What is atompunk? Learn more about this sci-fi sub-genre, and some recommended books here!
In 2020, after a lifetime of loving speculative fiction, I lost all interest in it. I am slowly coming back to SFF, but in a new way.
This list of sci-fi and fantasy books out this June feature everything from robot-filled dystopian futures to magical murder mysteries.
Summer is on the horizon! Take our quiz and we'll give you a queer sci-fi or fantasy book to dig into this summer.
