Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Horror
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African-American Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Horror
Enjoy these speculative tales of space, magic and monsters written by African-American authors. – Updated 1/11
Aliens
Try these stories with characters from another world—literally! – Updated 6/11
Alternate Histories
Explore what could have been in our if events in our history had played out differently... – Updated 12/10
Apocalyptic Fiction
Take a look at what life could be like after "the big one" – remember, it could be worse. – Updated 1/10
Arthurian Legends
Drift back in time to mystical Camelot and experience the lives and adventures of Arthur, Guinevere, Merlin and the knights of the round table. – Updated 1/11
Bram Stoker Awards
Awards presented "for superior achievement" by the Horror Writer's Association. – Updated 6/11
Classics of Fantasy
Here we present some of the most classic and seminal works of the Fantasy genre. – Updated 5/10
Classics of Horror
Here we present some of the most classic and seminal works of the Horror genre. – Added 5/10
Classics of Science Fiction
Here we present some of the most classic and seminal works of the Science Fiction genre. – Updated 5/10
Dark Fantasy
Explore the darker side in these fantasies of evil and the macabre. – Updated 2/10
The Devil You Say!
Novels with a touch of the devil ... or demons. – Updated 3/10
Dreaming of Dragons
Get hooked on these great series featuring these mythical creatures. – Updated 3/10
Dystopias
These novels feature societies in which the powers-that-be have squelched all freedoms in the name of order, and where the populace is controlled through terror. – Updated 11/10
Epic Fantasy Adventures
Also known as High Fantasy, these books feature heroic quests, overwhelming odds and the struggle against evil. These novels are epic in scope and set in highly detailed worlds; many of these books are part of trilogies or series. – Updated 6/10
Fairy Tales for Adults
Read like a child again, with these fairy tales for adults! – Updated 1/10
Funny Sci-Fi and Fantasy
Like your Sci-Fi on the silly side? Want your fantasy to be funny? Try these novels and you won't be disappointed! – Updated 3/10
Gay Characters in Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror
Speculative fiction with an alternative point of view. – Updated 6/09
Ghosts & Haunted Houses
You might find yourself locking the doors and closing the curtains with these hair-raising tales of haunted places. – Updated 3/10
Hugo Awards
The Hugo Awards are the premier awards in the Science Fiction field and are voted on by members of the World Science Fiction Committee. – Updated 8/11
If You Like Orson Scott Card...
Try these other novels or series in which the characters face moral and ethical issues involving family, duty or sacrifice in a setting of Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Inspirational or Historical. – NEW! 03/11
If You Like Eragon...
Here you'll find some other novels featuring young heroes and dragons from our Young Adult and Adult Fantasy collections. – Updated 3/09
If You Like Neil Gaiman...
You may like these other fantastic stories. – Updated 4/11
If You Like Laurell K. Hamilton...
You may like these other novels which blend Horror, Fantasy, Romance and/or Mystery together. – Updated 12/09
If You Like Harry Potter...for Grown Ups!
Try some other magical tales featuring coming-of-age stories, action adventure and humorous fantasy. – Updated 11/10
If You Like Stephen King...
You may like these other Horror and Thriller authors. – Updated 2/11
If You Like Dean Koontz...
You may enjoy these other suspenseful thrillers. – Updated 2/11
If You Like Terry Pratchett...
You may like these other absurd novels. – Updated 9/10
If You Like J.R.R. Tolkien and The Lord of the Rings...
Try these other series featuring Epic Fantasy Quests. – Updated 12/10
If You Like Twilight for Adults...
You may also enjoy these novels that combine Fantasy & Romance. – Added 1/10
Military Science Fiction
Here are some great books if you like reading about warfare in space, on distant planets or set in an alternate reality. – Updated 12/10
Monster Mash
Vampires always seem to be popular, but what about all of the other monsters? – Updated 2/10
Nebula Awards
The Nebula Awards are the Oscars of the Science Fiction & Fantasy field, awards presented by professionals to professionals. – Updated 5/11
North Carolina Speculative Fiction
Check out some of these local authors and see what the Old North State has to offer in the world of Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Horror! – Added 11/10
Psychological Horror
Books that deal with horrific events stemming from twisted minds. – Updated 6/11
Science Fiction & Fantasy Detective Novels
Mysteries still need to be solved, whether in the future, on another planet or in the realm of the elves & monsters. – Updated 10/10
Space Operas / Space Adventures
Fantastic space adventures with faster-than-light travel and space battles where the main storyline is interstellar conflict. – Updated 12/10
Steampunk
A cross between the steam-powered, gear- and clockwork-driven 19th century and those futuristic Science Fictiony elements such as robots, ray guns and computers. – Updated 12/10
Superhero Novels
The pictures are all in your own imagination with these non-graphic novels featuring your favorite costumed crusaders! – Updated 2/11
Time Travel Novels
Buckle your seat belt and take a trip to another time! – Updated 2/11
Urban Fantasy
Where the setting is usually a city, and the people are tough, but the magical creatures may be tougher. – Updated 11/10
Vampire Lit
Sink your fangs into these stories of the creatures of the night. – Updated 10/09
Zombies ... mmm, brains.
The Living Dead are on the rise again at your local library. You can run, but you can’t hide, so you’d better read some of these novels so you can try to be prepared! – Updated 1/11