Shop the best selection of science fiction books at Barnes & Noble. Escape into imaginative, thrilling new worlds with thousands of science fiction and fantasy books about time travel, parallel universes, extraterrestrial life, alternate realities and more! Discover immersive sci-fi reads like Star Bringer , a science fiction tale about a dying sun and seven mismatched strangers from different planets escaping an explosion on a space station, or pick up Fourth Wing , an addictive fantasy with epic levels of spice and world-building. Or if you’re looking for something a little low-stakes, get cozy with a fantasy like Swordheart or Accomplice to the Villain .
A good science fiction book or fantasy novel takes its readers on an adventure that pushes the boundaries of their imagination. Such a book needs a well-crafted setting like the Cosmere universe in Brandon Sanderson’s novel, Tress of the Emerald Sea , an enchanting grown-up fairytale inspired by The Princess Bride. Science fiction books often take on complex themes, pointing a spotlight on human nature and contemplating the future of technology. Classic examples of such sci-fi books include Fahrenheit 451 , a dystopian novel set in the future where books are banned, and Frank Herbert’s Dune, which delves into the human quest for power and control.
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10 of the Best Science Fiction Books of 2025 (so far)
Explore our list of some of the best sci-fi books of the year in no particular order.
