The 15 Best Science fiction Books to Read Right Now

Looking for the best science fiction books? We rounded up 15 essential science fiction books worth your time, with a quick take on each and where to dive in. Tap any title for the full guide.

1. The Naked Sun

The Naked Sun by Isaac Asimov, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

2. The man who ended war

The man who ended war by Hollis Godfrey, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

3. Star Maker

Star Maker by Olaf Stapledon, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

4. Triplanetary

Triplanetary by Edward E. Smith, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

5. Galactic Derelict

Galactic Derelict by Andre Norton, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

6. Small Gods

Small Gods by Terry Pratchett, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

7. Foundation's Edge

Foundation's Edge by Isaac Asimov, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

8. A Modern Utopia

A Modern Utopia by H. G. Wells, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

9. After London

After London by Richard Jefferies, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

10. Junkyard Planet

Junkyard Planet by H. Beam Piper, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

11. The Currents of Space

The Currents of Space by Isaac Asimov: plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

12. Hedra

Hedra by Jesse Lonergan: plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

13. The One (The Selection #3)

The One (The Selection #3) by Kiera Cass, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

14. The Nightmare Hour

The Nightmare Hour by H. D. Hunter: plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

15. The Napoleon of Notting Hill

The Napoleon of Notting Hill by Gilbert Keith Chesterton, plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

This list is curated from Pop Culture Files guides and refreshed regularly.