Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Horror
African-American Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Horror
Enjoy these speculative tales of space, magic and monsters written by African-American authors. – Updated 01/09
Aliens
Try these stories with characters from another world – literally! – Updated 9/09
Alternate Histories
Explore what could have been in our if events in our history had played out differently... – Added 11/08
Apocalyptic Fiction
Take a look at what life could be like after "the big one" – remember, it could be worse. – Updated 9/07
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 9/07
Bram Stoker Awards
Awards presented by the Horror Writer's Association. – Updated 6/09
Classics of Fantasy
Here we present some of the most classic and seminal works of the Fantasy genre. – Added 2/08
Classics of Science Fiction
Here we present some of the most classic and seminal works of the Science Fiction genre. – Added 3/08
Dark Fantasy
Explore the darker side in these fantasies of evil and the macabre. – Updated 9/07
Dreaming of Dragons
Get hooked on these great series featuring these mythical creatures. – Updated 10/07
Dystopias & Utopias
Will the future be a dark and dangerous place or will mankind finally have solved the perpetual problems of hunger, poverty, disease and war? – Updated 3/09
Epic Fantasy Adventures
For swashbuckling swordplay, magnificent magic, action and adventure, try these stories, most of which are the first in a series. – Added 12/07
Fairy Tales for Adults
Read like a child again, with these fairy tales for adults! – Updated 12/07
Fantasy Series
Some people believe great that books come in threes; others are looking for the "long-term relationship" that they get with longer sagas. Whichever you prefer, you're sure to find something good to read in this list of popular Fantasy series. – Updated 1/08
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 12/07
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 10/07
Hitting the Road with Aliens, Elves and Monsters or, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror On the Road
Speculative fiction with an element of travel. – Added 6/08
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 8/09
If You Like Dean Koontz...
You may enjoy these other suspenseful thrillers. – Updated 5/09
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 Harry Potter...for Grown Ups!
Try some other magical tales featuring coming-of-age stories, action adventure and humorous fantasy. – Updated 8/08
If You Like J.R.R. Tolkien and The Lord of the Rings...
Try these other series featuring Epic Fantasy Quests. – Updated 8/08
If You Like Laurell K. Hamilton...
You may like these other novels which blend Horror, Fantasy, Romance and/or Mystery together. – Added 8/07
If You Like Neil Gaiman...
You may like these other fantastic stories. – Updated 9/09
If You Like Stephen King...
You may like these other Horror and Thriller authors. – Updated 5/09
If You Like Terry Pratchett...
You may like these other absurd novels. – Added 7/08
Mars
Travel to "the red planet" to colonize and meet the locals. – Updated 7/08
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 01/09
Monster Mash
Vampires always seem to be popular, but what about all of the other monsters? – Added 9/07
Nebula Awards
The Nebula Awards are the Oscars of the Science Fiction & Fantasy field, awards presented by professionals to professionals. – Updated 04/09
Psychological Horror
Books that deal with horrific events stemming from twisted minds. – Updated 05/09
Science Fiction Series
Some people believe that great books come in threes; others are looking for the "long-term relationship" that they get with longer sagas. Whichever you prefer, you're sure to find something good to read in this list of popular Fantasy series. – Updated 1/08
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 7/08
Space Operas
Romantic adventure, faster-than-light travel and space battles where the main storyline is interstellar conflict. – Updated 7/08
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. – Added 01/09
Superhero Novels
The pictures are all in your own imagination with these non-graphic novels featuring your favorite costumed crusaders! – Updated 5/09
The Devil You Say!
Novels with a touch of the devil! – Updated 10/07
Time Travel Novels
Buckle your seat belt and take a trip to another time! – Updated 5/09
Urban Fantasy
Where the setting is usually a city, and the people are tough, but the magical creatures may be tougher. – Updated 7/08
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! – Added 04/09