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What’s new in science fiction? Here are our top picks in recent releases.

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PROUD PINK SKY

PROUD PINK SKY

by Barrett, Redfern Jon

Book - 2023

In an alternate 1990s, the world’s first Gay state draws millions into its glittering haven of a capital city. However, all is not well within the city walls. Neither all perfect nor all terrible, this is a fascinatingly built world. In an alternate 1990s, the world’s first Gay state draws millions into its glittering haven of a capital city. However, all is not well within the city walls. Neither all perfect nor all terrible, this is a fascinatingly built world. Show less

In an alternate 1990s, the world’s first Gay state draws millions into its glittering haven of a capital city. However, all is not well within the city walls. Neither all perfect nor all terrible, this is a fascinatingly built world. In an alternate 1990s, the world’s first Gay state draws millions into its glittering haven of a capital city. However, all is not well within the city walls. Neither all perfect nor all terrible, this is a fascinatingly built world. Show less

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Intergalactic Exterminators, Inc

Intergalactic Exterminators, Inc

by Bishop, Ash

Book - 2022

This sci-fi romp debut follows Russ Wesley, drifter and marksman. When Russ is forcibly conscripted onto an intergalactic pest control team, he must rely on his skills and a robot with a hero complex to survive. This sci-fi romp debut follows Russ Wesley, drifter and marksman. When Russ is forcibly conscripted onto an intergalactic pest control team, he must rely on his skills and a robot with a hero complex to survive. Show less

This sci-fi romp debut follows Russ Wesley, drifter and marksman. When Russ is forcibly conscripted onto an intergalactic pest control team, he must rely on his skills and a robot with a hero complex to survive. This sci-fi romp debut follows Russ Wesley, drifter and marksman. When Russ is forcibly conscripted onto an intergalactic pest control team, he must rely on his skills and a robot with a hero complex to survive. Show less

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FLUX

FLUX

by Chong, Jinwoo

Book - 2023

Intricately interlocking narratives will hold readers spellbound in this time-bending novel of grief and cyclical emotions. Tragic events in the lives of three people intertwine with a tv show from the 1980s. Intricately interlocking narratives will hold readers spellbound in this time-bending novel of grief and cyclical emotions. Tragic events in the lives of three people intertwine with a tv show from the 1980s. Show less

Intricately interlocking narratives will hold readers spellbound in this time-bending novel of grief and cyclical emotions. Tragic events in the lives of three people intertwine with a tv show from the 1980s. Intricately interlocking narratives will hold readers spellbound in this time-bending novel of grief and cyclical emotions. Tragic events in the lives of three people intertwine with a tv show from the 1980s. Show less

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Frontier

Frontier

by Curtis, Grace

Book - 2023

After crash-landing on far future earth, a woman called the Stranger journeys across the landscape with the hope of reuniting with her beloved. The Old West combines with the postapocalyptic in this heartfelt tale. After crash-landing on far future earth, a woman called the Stranger journeys across the landscape with the hope of reuniting with her beloved. The Old West combines with the postapocalyptic in this heartfelt tale. Show less

After crash-landing on far future earth, a woman called the Stranger journeys across the landscape with the hope of reuniting with her beloved. The Old West combines with the postapocalyptic in this heartfelt tale. After crash-landing on far future earth, a woman called the Stranger journeys across the landscape with the hope of reuniting with her beloved. The Old West combines with the postapocalyptic in this heartfelt tale. Show less

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To Each This World

To Each This World

by Czerneda, Julie

Book - 2022

New earth is under the protection of alien allies who demand that all humans remain on earth. When human descendants are discovered elsewhere, three humans work to understand why. This hopeful standalone ponders communication and motivation. New earth is under the protection of alien allies who demand that all humans remain on earth. When human descendants are discovered elsewhere, three humans work to understand why. This hopeful standalone ponders communication and motivation. Show less

New earth is under the protection of alien allies who demand that all humans remain on earth. When human descendants are discovered elsewhere, three humans work to understand why. This hopeful standalone ponders communication and motivation. New earth is under the protection of alien allies who demand that all humans remain on earth. When human descendants are discovered elsewhere, three humans work to understand why. This hopeful standalone ponders communication and motivation. Show less

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HellSans

HellSans

by Dundas, Ever

Book - 2022

All governments require communication via the HellSans typeface, which gives most people a feeling of bliss while an unlucky few are allergic. A search for a cure reveals government corruption on a massive scale. Uniquely smart dystopian thriller. All governments require communication via the HellSans typeface, which gives most people a feeling of bliss while an unlucky few are allergic. A search for a cure reveals government corruption on a massive scale. Uniquely smart dystopian thriller. Show less

All governments require communication via the HellSans typeface, which gives most people a feeling of bliss while an unlucky few are allergic. A search for a cure reveals government corruption on a massive scale. Uniquely smart dystopian thriller. All governments require communication via the HellSans typeface, which gives most people a feeling of bliss while an unlucky few are allergic. A search for a cure reveals government corruption on a massive scale. Uniquely smart dystopian thriller. Show less

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Only Bad Options

Only Bad Options

by Estep, Jennifer

Book - 2022

When lowly lab rat Vesper finds evidence of corporate malfeasance, her path crosses with powerful telekinetic nobleman Kyrion. Romantic space-adventure series opener pairs a clever, secretive woman with a broody man who has serious Vader-vibes. When lowly lab rat Vesper finds evidence of corporate malfeasance, her path crosses with powerful telekinetic nobleman Kyrion. Romantic space-adventure series opener pairs a clever, secretive woman with a broody man who has serious Vader-vibes. Show less

When lowly lab rat Vesper finds evidence of corporate malfeasance, her path crosses with powerful telekinetic nobleman Kyrion. Romantic space-adventure series opener pairs a clever, secretive woman with a broody man who has serious Vader-vibes. When lowly lab rat Vesper finds evidence of corporate malfeasance, her path crosses with powerful telekinetic nobleman Kyrion. Romantic space-adventure series opener pairs a clever, secretive woman with a broody man who has serious Vader-vibes. Show less

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World Running Down

World Running Down

by Hess, Al

Book - 2023

A trans salvager on the outskirts of future Salt Lake City meets a newly formed android. Both bond over body dysmorphia and grapple with personhood and belonging. An engaging sci-fi social justice read with teen crossover appeal. A trans salvager on the outskirts of future Salt Lake City meets a newly formed android. Both bond over body dysmorphia and grapple with personhood and belonging. An engaging sci-fi social justice read with teen crossover appeal. Show less

A trans salvager on the outskirts of future Salt Lake City meets a newly formed android. Both bond over body dysmorphia and grapple with personhood and belonging. An engaging sci-fi social justice read with teen crossover appeal. A trans salvager on the outskirts of future Salt Lake City meets a newly formed android. Both bond over body dysmorphia and grapple with personhood and belonging. An engaging sci-fi social justice read with teen crossover appeal. Show less

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Burrowed

Burrowed

by Kaley, Mary Baader

Book - 2023

Inventive science and adventure combine in this debut novel. Postapocalyptic society has split into two groups. When a young girl teams up with a scientist to work towards reuniting humanity, outside forces rally against them. Inventive science and adventure combine in this debut novel. Postapocalyptic society has split into two groups. When a young girl teams up with a scientist to work towards reuniting humanity, outside forces rally against them. Show less

Inventive science and adventure combine in this debut novel. Postapocalyptic society has split into two groups. When a young girl teams up with a scientist to work towards reuniting humanity, outside forces rally against them. Inventive science and adventure combine in this debut novel. Postapocalyptic society has split into two groups. When a young girl teams up with a scientist to work towards reuniting humanity, outside forces rally against them. Show less

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF LIVING FOREVER

A BRIEF HISTORY OF LIVING FOREVER

by Kalfar, Jaroslav

Book - 2023

Two women decades apart search for meaning and family during 1980s Czechoslovakia and 2030s United States. While there is sci-fi in the postapocalyptic timeline, the true focus is the relationships. Two women decades apart search for meaning and family during 1980s Czechoslovakia and 2030s United States. While there is sci-fi in the postapocalyptic timeline, the true focus is the relationships. Show less

Two women decades apart search for meaning and family during 1980s Czechoslovakia and 2030s United States. While there is sci-fi in the postapocalyptic timeline, the true focus is the relationships. Two women decades apart search for meaning and family during 1980s Czechoslovakia and 2030s United States. While there is sci-fi in the postapocalyptic timeline, the true focus is the relationships. Show less

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The Spare Man

The Spare Man

by Kowal, Mary Robinette

Book - 2022

Uber wealthy Tesla Crane is on her honeymoon when her new husband is accused of murder. She must clear his name before the real killer strikes again. Author Kowal wows in this murder mystery in space with excellent, nuanced disability rep. Uber wealthy Tesla Crane is on her honeymoon when her new husband is accused of murder. She must clear his name before the real killer strikes again. Author Kowal wows in this murder mystery in space with excellent, nuanced disability rep. Show less

Uber wealthy Tesla Crane is on her honeymoon when her new husband is accused of murder. She must clear his name before the real killer strikes again. Author Kowal wows in this murder mystery in space with excellent, nuanced disability rep. Uber wealthy Tesla Crane is on her honeymoon when her new husband is accused of murder. She must clear his name before the real killer strikes again. Author Kowal wows in this murder mystery in space with excellent, nuanced disability rep. Show less

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Station Eternity

Station Eternity

by Lafferty, Mur

Book - 2022

Amateur detective Mallory Viridian has had a life full of murder. Tired of the suspicion she faces on earth, Mallory takes refuge on a sentient space station. When people begin dying, Mallory must use her skills to solve the extraterrestrial puzzle. Amateur detective Mallory Viridian has had a life full of murder. Tired of the suspicion she faces on earth, Mallory takes refuge on a sentient space station. When people begin dying, Mallory must use her skills to solve the extraterrestrial puzzle. Show less

Amateur detective Mallory Viridian has had a life full of murder. Tired of the suspicion she faces on earth, Mallory takes refuge on a sentient space station. When people begin dying, Mallory must use her skills to solve the extraterrestrial puzzle. Amateur detective Mallory Viridian has had a life full of murder. Tired of the suspicion she faces on earth, Mallory takes refuge on a sentient space station. When people begin dying, Mallory must use her skills to solve the extraterrestrial puzzle. Show less

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Observer

Observer

by Lanza, R. P.

Book - 2023

After neurosurgeon Caroline loses her job amid a storm of controversy, she reluctantly signs on to her uncle’s top-secret project. Fans of Blake Crouch will surely enjoy the page-turning plot and tricky moral choices in this story. After neurosurgeon Caroline loses her job amid a storm of controversy, she reluctantly signs on to her uncle’s top-secret project. Fans of Blake Crouch will surely enjoy the page-turning plot and tricky moral choices in this story. Show less

After neurosurgeon Caroline loses her job amid a storm of controversy, she reluctantly signs on to her uncle’s top-secret project. Fans of Blake Crouch will surely enjoy the page-turning plot and tricky moral choices in this story. After neurosurgeon Caroline loses her job amid a storm of controversy, she reluctantly signs on to her uncle’s top-secret project. Fans of Blake Crouch will surely enjoy the page-turning plot and tricky moral choices in this story. Show less

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Feed Them Silence

Feed Them Silence

by Mandelo, Lee

Book - 2023

A near-future scientist develops technology that links her human brain with a wild wolf. As the wolves struggle to survive in a failing habitat, the scientists’ own relationships flounder. While this novella may be short, the ideas within are vast. A near-future scientist develops technology that links her human brain with a wild wolf. As the wolves struggle to survive in a failing habitat, the scientists’ own relationships flounder. While this novella may be short, the ideas within are vast. Show less

A near-future scientist develops technology that links her human brain with a wild wolf. As the wolves struggle to survive in a failing habitat, the scientists’ own relationships flounder. While this novella may be short, the ideas within are vast. A near-future scientist develops technology that links her human brain with a wild wolf. As the wolves struggle to survive in a failing habitat, the scientists’ own relationships flounder. While this novella may be short, the ideas within are vast. Show less

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Wrath

Wrath

by Moalem, Sharon

Book - 2022

Sammy, a rat with enhanced high intelligence, escapes a lab to wreak vengeance against humanity. As scientists race to stop Sammy from reproducing, the rat’s connection to a child might be their only hope. Rodents rampage in this near-future thriller Sammy, a rat with enhanced high intelligence, escapes a lab to wreak vengeance against humanity. As scientists race to stop Sammy from reproducing, the rat’s connection to a child might be their only hope. Rodents rampage in this near-future thriller Show less

Sammy, a rat with enhanced high intelligence, escapes a lab to wreak vengeance against humanity. As scientists race to stop Sammy from reproducing, the rat’s connection to a child might be their only hope. Rodents rampage in this near-future thriller Sammy, a rat with enhanced high intelligence, escapes a lab to wreak vengeance against humanity. As scientists race to stop Sammy from reproducing, the rat’s connection to a child might be their only hope. Rodents rampage in this near-future thriller Show less

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Wild Massive

Wild Massive

by Moore, Scotto

Book - 2023

This funhouse of a sci-fi novel features a massive interdimensional building run by the insidious Association. When the last survivor of a genocide meets a shapeshifter, they flee into a multi-reality amusement park. Riotous and unique! This funhouse of a sci-fi novel features a massive interdimensional building run by the insidious Association. When the last survivor of a genocide meets a shapeshifter, they flee into a multi-reality amusement park. Riotous and unique! Show less

This funhouse of a sci-fi novel features a massive interdimensional building run by the insidious Association. When the last survivor of a genocide meets a shapeshifter, they flee into a multi-reality amusement park. Riotous and unique! This funhouse of a sci-fi novel features a massive interdimensional building run by the insidious Association. When the last survivor of a genocide meets a shapeshifter, they flee into a multi-reality amusement park. Riotous and unique! Show less

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The Mountain in the Sea

The Mountain in the Sea

by Nayler, Ray

Book - 2022

A research team discovers an octopus community that seems to be developing their own language and culture. Meanwhile, a scientist wrestles with a company eager to profit from these creatures and the true nature of consciousness. Knockout writing. A research team discovers an octopus community that seems to be developing their own language and culture. Meanwhile, a scientist wrestles with a company eager to profit from these creatures and the true nature of consciousness. Knockout writing. Show less

A research team discovers an octopus community that seems to be developing their own language and culture. Meanwhile, a scientist wrestles with a company eager to profit from these creatures and the true nature of consciousness. Knockout writing. A research team discovers an octopus community that seems to be developing their own language and culture. Meanwhile, a scientist wrestles with a company eager to profit from these creatures and the true nature of consciousness. Knockout writing. Show less

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The Terraformers

The Terraformers

by Newitz, Annalee

Book - 2023

This book is unusual in that it looks to the future with anticipation and hope. Readers follow human colonists on a distant planet over thousands of years, questioning personhood, corporate ownership and terraforming along the way. This book is unusual in that it looks to the future with anticipation and hope. Readers follow human colonists on a distant planet over thousands of years, questioning personhood, corporate ownership and terraforming along the way. Show less

This book is unusual in that it looks to the future with anticipation and hope. Readers follow human colonists on a distant planet over thousands of years, questioning personhood, corporate ownership and terraforming along the way. This book is unusual in that it looks to the future with anticipation and hope. Readers follow human colonists on a distant planet over thousands of years, questioning personhood, corporate ownership and terraforming along the way. Show less

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The Mimicking of Known Successes

The Mimicking of Known Successes

by Older, Malka

Book - 2023

When a colleague falls to their death, academic Pleiti teams up with her ex-girlfriend to uncover the truth. If queer Sherlock Holmes on the planet Jupiter sounds fun, check this out. When a colleague falls to their death, academic Pleiti teams up with her ex-girlfriend to uncover the truth. If queer Sherlock Holmes on the planet Jupiter sounds fun, check this out. Show less

When a colleague falls to their death, academic Pleiti teams up with her ex-girlfriend to uncover the truth. If queer Sherlock Holmes on the planet Jupiter sounds fun, check this out. When a colleague falls to their death, academic Pleiti teams up with her ex-girlfriend to uncover the truth. If queer Sherlock Holmes on the planet Jupiter sounds fun, check this out. Show less

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Please Report your Bug Here

Please Report your Bug Here

A Novel

by Riedel, Josh

Book - 2023

Riedel pens a wickedly accurate exposé of millennial life, gentrification, and the tech boom. When overworked underling Ethan accidentally warps to a different reality, he starts asking questions about data collection and giant corporations. Riedel pens a wickedly accurate exposé of millennial life, gentrification, and the tech boom. When overworked underling Ethan accidentally warps to a different reality, he starts asking questions about data collection and giant corporations. Show less

Riedel pens a wickedly accurate exposé of millennial life, gentrification, and the tech boom. When overworked underling Ethan accidentally warps to a different reality, he starts asking questions about data collection and giant corporations. Riedel pens a wickedly accurate exposé of millennial life, gentrification, and the tech boom. When overworked underling Ethan accidentally warps to a different reality, he starts asking questions about data collection and giant corporations. Show less

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A Fractured Infinity

A Fractured Infinity

by Tavares, Nathan

Book - 2022

Filmmaker Hayes discovers that an alternate version of himself built a world-ending machine. Hayes teams up with gorgeous scientist Yusuf to jump across the multiverse to try and save the world and his soulmate. Emotional timeline hopping adventure. Filmmaker Hayes discovers that an alternate version of himself built a world-ending machine. Hayes teams up with gorgeous scientist Yusuf to jump across the multiverse to try and save the world and his soulmate. Emotional timeline hopping adventure. Show less

Filmmaker Hayes discovers that an alternate version of himself built a world-ending machine. Hayes teams up with gorgeous scientist Yusuf to jump across the multiverse to try and save the world and his soulmate. Emotional timeline hopping adventure. Filmmaker Hayes discovers that an alternate version of himself built a world-ending machine. Hayes teams up with gorgeous scientist Yusuf to jump across the multiverse to try and save the world and his soulmate. Emotional timeline hopping adventure. Show less

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The Union

The Union

by Vernon, Leah

Book - 2022

In the not-too-distant-future Avi is part of the socioeconomic elite. When her life is saved by enslaved mixed race girl Saige, Avi finds her world radically changing. Innovative story from a Black perspective that tackles privilege and race. In the not-too-distant-future Avi is part of the socioeconomic elite. When her life is saved by enslaved mixed race girl Saige, Avi finds her world radically changing. Innovative story from a Black perspective that tackles privilege and race. Show less

In the not-too-distant-future Avi is part of the socioeconomic elite. When her life is saved by enslaved mixed race girl Saige, Avi finds her world radically changing. Innovative story from a Black perspective that tackles privilege and race. In the not-too-distant-future Avi is part of the socioeconomic elite. When her life is saved by enslaved mixed race girl Saige, Avi finds her world radically changing. Innovative story from a Black perspective that tackles privilege and race. Show less

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Afterglow

Afterglow

Climate Fiction for Future Ancestors

Book - 2023

Many struggle with fear about our climate crisis, but the authors in these 12 stories dare to imagine a future that is intersectional, humane, and focused on better things. Inspired by solarpunk, hopepunk and Afrofuturism. Many struggle with fear about our climate crisis, but the authors in these 12 stories dare to imagine a future that is intersectional, humane, and focused on better things. Inspired by solarpunk, hopepunk and Afrofuturism. Show less

Many struggle with fear about our climate crisis, but the authors in these 12 stories dare to imagine a future that is intersectional, humane, and focused on better things. Inspired by solarpunk, hopepunk and Afrofuturism. Many struggle with fear about our climate crisis, but the authors in these 12 stories dare to imagine a future that is intersectional, humane, and focused on better things. Inspired by solarpunk, hopepunk and Afrofuturism. Show less

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The Complete Alien Collection

The Complete Alien Collection

The Shadow Archive

Book - 2022

Three complete novels form a tightly connected omnibus that expands the events between the movies ‘Alien’ and ‘Aliens’. For those who like their extraterrestrials deadly and their sci-fi spiced with horror. Three complete novels form a tightly connected omnibus that expands the events between the movies ‘Alien’ and ‘Aliens’. For those who like their extraterrestrials deadly and their sci-fi spiced with horror. Show less

Three complete novels form a tightly connected omnibus that expands the events between the movies ‘Alien’ and ‘Aliens’. For those who like their extraterrestrials deadly and their sci-fi spiced with horror. Three complete novels form a tightly connected omnibus that expands the events between the movies ‘Alien’ and ‘Aliens’. For those who like their extraterrestrials deadly and their sci-fi spiced with horror. Show less

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