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Explore tales.as huge selection of over 10,000 books about science fiction and fantasy. Fantasy contains an adventurous universe of fiction, where you are greeted by magic, fable creatures and other supernatural acquaintances. Therefore we offer good fantasy and science fiction books where the imagination is left to you. Our books naturally cover the needs of you or your children, so you always can find exactly the books that are best for you. Find the great fantasy books here, or get inspired for your next adventurous reading experience with our science fiction books.
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    by Danielle L. Jensen
    £8.99

    DISCOVER THE SPELLBINDING DARK FANTASY TIKTOK SENSATION FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES NO 1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF A FATE INKED IN BLOOD . . . 'Do not walk to pick up this book. Run' JENNIFER L. ARMENTROUT, bestselling author of FROM BLOOD AND ASH'You will devour it! Badass females, slow burn romance, enemies to lovers . . . Do I even need to say more?' 5***** READER REVIEW'Enemies to Lovers and full of Angst . . . Loved the book so much I can't put it into words' 5***** READER REVIEW___________Raised as a warrior, Princess Lara knows two things:King Aren of the Bridge Kingdom is her enemy.And she must be the one to bring him to his knees.The Bridge Kingdom is the only route through a storm-ravaged world, and it uses its power to deprive Lara's homeland of vital resources. So when she's sent to be King Aren's bride, Lara will do whatever it takes to bring down the kingdom's defences, even if it means seducing her new husband.Yet as she learns more about the war to possess the bridge, Lara's feelings for Aren transform from hostility to passion.And she faces a terrible dilemma:Which kingdom to save, and which to destroy . . .Tropes/themes: 1. Political Intrigue2. Alternate World3. Enemies to Lovers4. Action & Adventure5. Romantasy ___________'This book is just everything!!! It's such an atmospheric read that completely immerses you. This book has me completely captivated, it honestly has stolen a piece of my heart' 5***** READER REVIEW'Heart-pounding. I enjoyed every moment of this book' 5***** READER REVIEW'I don't think I'll ever be over how amazing this book is . . .The world and characters were so immersive' 5***** READER REVIEWPRAISE FOR THE BRIDGE KINGDOM SERIES'Exquisite, phenomenal and sexy' Olivia Wildenstein, USA Today bestselling author of Feather'An epic, action-packed tale of love, revenge, and betrayal' Jennifer Estep, New York Times bestselling author of Kill the Queen'Heart-pounding romance and intense action wrapped in a spellbinding world. I was hooked from the first page!' Elise Kova, USA Today bestselling author of A Deal with the Elf KingPRAISE FOR DANIELLE L. JENSEN'Richly-woven, evocative and absolutely impossible to put down . . . I loved every word' Sarah J. Maas, bestselling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses'Stellar world-building and multidimensional characters' Kirkus'Stunning world-building, a vivid cast of secondary characters, and a steamy slow-burn romance' BookistA Fate Inked in Blood, No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller, March 2024A Fate Inked in Blood, New York Times bestseller, March 2024

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    by Rebecca Ross
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    by Sarah J. Maas
    £13.49

  • by Tiffany Roberts
    £18.99

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    by Andrzej Sapkowski
    £15.99

  • by Ryan Cahill
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    by Brian K Vaughan
    £11.99

    "At long last, Hazel and her star-crossed family are finally back, and they've made some new...friends?"--

  • by Jonathan Edward Durham
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    by India Holton
    £8.99

    TIKTOK MADE ME BUY IT! The swoon-worthy second book in TikTok's favourite Victorian fantasy romance series'Incredible! Sensational! Fantastic! So charming your inner Lizzie Bennet will swoon' 5***** Reader Review'OBSESSED. If you love playful dialogue and language, fun characters, and interesting worlds, I recommend' 5**** Reader Review!_______Charlotte Pettifer belongs to a secret society skilled in witchcraft.When rumours of the Amulet of Black Beryl start to circulate, Charlotte is determined to find the jewel before it falls into the wrong hands.Which is what happens when the evil Lady Armitage reaches it first.Demanding the help of rakish pirate, Alex O'Riley, Charlotte sets off to find the jewel.There's just one problem: pirates and witches are sworn enemies.But little do they know, sparks are about to fly . . ._______'Witty and entertaining. A literary delight! . . . Think Jane Austen meets Jack Sparrow' 5***** Reader Review 'Wondrous, whimsical, wiccan follow-up to its flying house pirate predecessor, building upon this magical, Victorian-soaked world deftly and capably' 5***** Reader Review

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    by India Holton
    £8.99

    The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels is a captivating novel penned by the talented India Holton. Published by Penguin Books Ltd in 2022, this book quickly became a favorite among readers. The genre of this book is hard to pin down, as it beautifully weaves elements of fantasy, adventure, and romance to create a unique tapestry of storytelling. The narrative is centered around a society of women, who, beneath their refined exterior, are nothing less than scoundrels. The author does a fantastic job of creating a rich, fantastical world that is both intriguing and immersive. The characters are well-rounded and interesting, each with their own quirks and personalities. If you're looking for a book that is both entertaining and thought-provoking, The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels is a must-read. Published by Penguin Books Ltd, it's a testament to India Holton's storytelling prowess.

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    by Ryoko Kui
    £11.49

    It’s eat or be eaten...literally! Locked in battle with the Lunatic Magician, Laios is the last man standing against an array of the dungeon’s deadliest dragons. Using his extensive monster knowledge to his advantage, Laios manages to defy the odds of almost certain death—at least until Sissel devises an even more terrible plan! Will Laios’s love of dungeon dining prove to be his downfall?

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    by Robert Tuesley Anderson
    £15.49

    For fans of Recipes from the World of Tolkien, indulge in these 60 easy and delicious recipes inspired by all things Elven from The Silmarillion, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.

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    by Olivia Atwater
    £8.99

    'Whimsical but never frivolous, sweet but not sugary, deeply kind rather than merely nice. I loved it' Alix E. Harrow It's difficult to find a husband in Regency England when you're a young lady with only half a soul.Ever since she was cursed by a faerie, Theodora Ettings has had no sense of fear or embarrassment - a condition which makes her prone to accidental scandal. Dora hopes to be a quiet, sensible wallflower during the London Season - but when the strange, handsome and utterly uncouth Lord Sorcier discovers her condition, she is instead drawn into dangerous and peculiar faerie affairs.If Dora's reputation can survive both her curse and her sudden connection with the least-liked man in all of high society, then she may yet reclaim her normal place in the world. . . but the longer Dora spends with Elias Wilder, the more she begins to suspect that one may indeed fall in love, even with only half a soul. Bridgerton meets Howl's Moving Castle in this enchanting historical fantasy, where the only thing more meddlesome than faeries is a marriage-minded mother. Pick up HALF A SOUL, and be stolen away into Olivia Atwater's charming, magical version of Regency England!Praise for Olivia Atwater:'A delightful, romantic romp that also deftly examines class and privilege, Half a Soul is the definition of a comfort read' Hannah Whitten author of For the Wolf'Half a Soul is a perfect historical fantasy romance: warm, sparkling with magic, dangerous and delightful. I absolutely adored it.' Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne'A hugely enjoyable take on the Regency. . . I wolfed this down with great pleasure.' KJ Charles'Smart and subversive, these charming romances will ignite your heart - and your hope' Shelley Parker-Chan, author of She Who Became the Sun'Whimsical, witty, and brimming over with charm. . . Dora and the Lord Sorcier have a place amongst my favourite fantasy romance couples ever' India Holton, author of The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels'Half a Soul is exactly the comfort read we all need. This winsome, whimsical fantasy romance has much to say about privilege, justice, and the power of empathy, even as it sweeps you off your feet in the swooniest way possible' Megan Bannen, author of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy

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    by Robert Foster
    £25.49

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    by Natalie Haynes
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    by Christina Henry
    £19.99

    Christina Henry's complete "The Chronicles of Alice" series, a dark fantasy retelling inspired by the works of Lewis Carroll, in a deluxe boxset with a slipcase.

  • by Jennifer L Armentrout
    £18.99

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    by Lexi Ryan
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    by Max Brooks
    £7.99

    The unexpected savior is Summer, a fellow castaway and master of survival in these frozen wastes. Excited to find another person in this strange, blocky world, the explorer teams up with Summer, whose impressive mountain fortress as a safe haven .

  • by Ryan Cahill
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    - A Novel
    by R. A. Salvatore
    £9.49

    Nonetheless-or maybe because of that-the rogue Jarlaxle and a small group of friends will go on an expedition looking for the weapon's last wielder, Doum'wielle, in the freezing north, for she may be the key to unlocking the sword's potential...and perhaps the key to preventing the bloodshed looming over the Underdark.

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    by Guy Haley
    £7.99

    The returned primarch Roboute Guilliman strives to save the Imperium from an era of death and darkness.

  • - Ruthless Fae: Ruthless Fae
    by Peckham
    £23.49

    They tried to break us.They almost did.But we're not going anywhere.The Celestial Heirs think the stars are on their side. But they don't know what's coming. We have to be smart. Fighting them one on one isn't an option so we have to be stealthy. Remaining under the radar won't be easy, but if we pull it off, they'll never suspect our involvement when their lives start falling apart.Besides, they've already taken us to the brink of hell, what more can they really do?

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    by Isaac Asimov
    £8.99

    WINNER OF THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST ALL-TIME SERIESThe Foundation series is Isaac Asimov's iconic masterpiece. Unfolding against the backdrop of a crumbling Galactic Empire, the story of Hari Seldon's two Foundations is a lasting testament to an extraordinary imagination, one that shaped science fiction as we know it today.Faced with determining the fate of the galaxy, Golan Trevizehesitantly chose to hand over the rule of the galaxy to planet Gaia. Two mysteries now remain: who has erased the records of Earth - and why?Determined to ensure his choice was right, Golan sets off withJanov Pelorat and Bliss, to answer these questions once and for all. But nothing could prepare them for the secrets which await them on Earth. Secrets which predate history as they know it, and will change its significance forever...

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    - The Beloved Novel of Love, Friendship, Sisterhood and Magic
    by Alice Hoffman
    £8.99

    Everyone needs a little magic in their lives... and for the Owens sisters, magic is inevitable. Practical Magic is the beloved novel by Alice Hoffman, inspiration for the classic film.

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    - A Rivers Of London Novella
    by Ben Aaronovitch
    £7.99

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    - (Star Wars: the High Republic Book 2)
    by Cavan Scott
    £9.49

    The heroes of the High Republic era return to face a shattered peace and a fearsome foe, following the dramatic events of Light of the Jedi. In the wake of the Great Hyperspace Disaster and the heroism of the Jedi, the Republic continues to grow, bringing more worlds together under a single unified banner.

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    by Marc Sumerak
    £13.49

    Discover the world of Star Wars' Jedi through this fun and fully interactive reading experience.

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    by Kentaro Miura
    £11.99

    "First published in Japan in 1994 by Hakusensha, Inc., Tokyo"--T.p. verso.

What is science fiction?

The science fiction genre dates back more than 100 years, and is still one of the most read genres by the reader. It’s not accidental the genre is in constant motion in parallel with the development of the world. Our science fiction short stories also help to make science more understandable to the reader, as the books contain much more than just a story. The genre originated in the late 1800s, when the Western world became seriously modern, and the genre has since developed a number of the motifs that have characterized the genre to be the one we see today. So what is Science Fiction then? Science fiction has genre features that are characterized by incorporating fantastic elements where the reader can use the imagination, as they become acquainted with a new perspective on our own world and how it works.



Science fiction books

In our science fiction books, you are greeted by worlds where the reader more easily can identify with the world of history, as this is closer to our real world, and which is consistent with our natural worldview. Science fiction books can be something very special, and below you can find inspiration for your next amazing science fiction book.



Good fantasy books

Fantasy and science fiction are most often linked as one genre, as these cover a number of common genre features, as both genres are in non-real worlds. However, these genres also have some characteristics that are mainly far apart. Our good fantasy books primarily describe worlds that are clearly at odds with the real world and with which we cannot identify. An example of this genre could be the magical stories in the adventurous Harry Potter series, as these stories and its elements quite obviously cannot take place in the real world. Find all the great fantasy books in the selection below.

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