The Best New Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year

It's that time of year again: time to look back at the best new science fiction and fantasy books of the year. From space operas to dystopian thrillers to thought-provoking literary fiction, there's something for every reader on this list.

• The Galaxy, and the Ground Within by Becky Chambers (science fiction)
• The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin (fantasy)
• Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi (fantasy)
• The Power by Naomi Alderman (science fiction)
• The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu (science fiction)
• Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie (science fiction)
• The Broken Earth Trilogy by N.K. Jemisin (fantasy)
• The Expanse Series by James S.A. Corey (science fiction)
• The Red Queen's War by Mark Lawrence (fantasy)
• The Stormlight Archive by Brandon Sanderson (fantasy)

1. The Galaxy, and the Ground Within by Becky Chambers

A beautifully written and emotionally resonant space opera that explores the themes of identity, belonging, and the search for home. The story follows a group of travelers as they journey across the galaxy, each with their own unique story and perspective. Chambers' prose is lyrical and evocative, and she creates a vivid and immersive world that readers will be loath to leave.

L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 26: The Best New Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year

by Laurie Tom

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2. The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin

A groundbreaking and award-winning fantasy novel that explores the themes of race, gender, and power. The story is set in a world where the earth is periodically ravaged by cataclysmic events known as the Fifth Season. Essun, a woman with the ability to control the earth's energy, must journey to the heart of the Fifth Season to save her family and her people.

3. Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi

A vibrant and immersive fantasy novel that draws on West African mythology and culture. The story follows Zélie, a young woman who must fight to save her people from a tyrannical king. Adeyemi's writing is lyrical and powerful, and she creates a rich and believable world that readers will be eager to explore.

4. The Power by Naomi Alderman

A thought-provoking and timely science fiction novel that explores the themes of gender, power, and violence. The story is set in a world where women have suddenly developed the ability to generate electricity. Alderman's writing is incisive and thought-provoking, and she raises important questions about the nature of power and the roles of men and women in society.

5. The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu

A sprawling and ambitious science fiction novel that explores the themes of first contact, the Fermi paradox, and the nature of humanity. The story begins with a group of Chinese scientists who receive a message from an alien civilization. As they try to understand the message, they are drawn into a conflict that could have devastating consequences for the entire human race.

6. Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie

A groundbreaking and award-winning science fiction novel that explores the themes of identity, gender, and the nature of consciousness. The story follows Breq, an artificial intelligence that was once part of a vast starship. After the starship is destroyed, Breq must find a way to survive and find a new purpose in life.

7. The Broken Earth Trilogy by N.K. Jemisin

A powerful and moving fantasy trilogy that explores the themes of race, gender, and oppression. The story follows Essun, a woman

L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 26: The Best New Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year

by Laurie Tom

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4380 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	426 pages

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