Category: Books
Review: “Generations” by Noam Josephides
“The book”Generations” is SciFi Zone’s winner of the Debut Novel Award for 2024 More retailers >> Like the best Science Fiction classics, Generations reminds us that the future is a canvas of our making, and with it – our definition of being Human. The novel is set on the generation-ship “Thetis”, which has been making…
Winners Announced! The 2024 Scifi Debut Novel Award
Apr 1, 2024 – SciFi Zone today announced the winner of its 2024 SciFi Debut Novel Award. It’s been a condensed few weeks of travelling between distant galaxies, fighting mighty aliens and overcoming fierce magic, but finally – a winner has emerged! What a year for Science Fiction! This year’s ScifiZone Debut Novel Award has…
Book Review: The Glass Woman by Alice McIlroy
Oh, darlings, do I have a tale for you! Picture this: The Glass Woman by Alice McIlroy, a debut that whisks us away into a labyrinth of memory, AI, and the chilling depths of our own minds. Like a lovechild of Black Mirror and Before I Go to Sleep, with a sprinkle of Severance, it’s…
Book Review: Jonathan Abernathy You Are Kind by Molly McGhee
Navigating the murky waters of late-stage capitalism with a deft hand and a keen eye, Molly McGhee’s Jonathan Abernathy You Are Kind is a debut that feels like the birth of a comet: brilliant, unexpected, and impossible to ignore. This novel, set against a backdrop of existential dread and financial instability, introduces us to Jonathan…
Book Review: The War of the Givens by Daniel Price
Diving into “The War of the Givens” by Daniel Price was akin to embarking on an exhilarating journey through a universe where the lines between science fiction and superhero epic blur magnificently. The final installment of the Silvers trilogy delivers a potent mix of high-stakes adventure and deep emotional resonance. At its heart, this narrative…
Liked “Foundation”? Then You’ll LOVE These Books!
In the vast expanse of science fiction literature, certain gems shine with an intensity that captivates and enthralls readers, transcending even the celebrated classic, Isaac Asimov’s “Foundation.” This blog post delves into nine such marvels, each heralded for its unique contribution to the genre, surpassing “Foundation” in the eyes of Goodreads users. The Long Way…
Navigating New Worlds: Science Fiction’s Unforgettable Female Protagonists
In the expansive universe of science fiction literature, where the boundaries of reality stretch to the furthest edges of the imagination, female protagonists have claimed their space, leading the charge in groundbreaking narratives. This blog post dives into a selection of science fiction novels that not only transport us to distant galaxies and introduce us…
Do Book Awards Matter in Scifi? A Discussion
How the changes in the publishing industry democratized best sellers and reader audience choice Science fiction, a genre that explores the potential consequences of scientific and technological innovations, has been a staple in literature for centuries. From H.G. Wells’ “The War of the Worlds” to Philip K. Dick’s “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?”, the…
Book Review: The Three-Body Problem
“The Three-Body Problem” by Cixin Liu: A Comprehensive Review Introduction Cixin Liu’s “The Three-Body Problem,” translated by Ken Liu, has emerged as a seminal work in the realm of science fiction, garnering international acclaim and multiple awards. This novel, the first in the “Remembrance of Earth’s Past” series, intertwines the historical backdrop of China’s Cultural…
How Science Fiction books deal with Faster Than Light travel?
How Science Fiction Books Deal with Faster Than Light Travel? Science fiction has always been a genre that pushes the boundaries of what is known and explores the realms of possibility. One of the most intriguing concepts that has been a staple in science fiction literature is the idea of Faster Than Light (FTL) travel….