Science Fiction


Cosmic Trilogy

Tim Golden | 19 May 2012
The first book in a science fiction trilogy from a beloved children's author.

Two Books from The Hitch Hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy Series

Tim Golden | 17 April 2012
A space sci-fi series.

The Mortal Engines Quartet

Tim Golden | 05 April 2012
A futuristic sci-fi series in which technology plays a major role.

Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh

Tim Golden | 27 February 2012
A gentle story highlighting the love of a mother for her children.

Alex Rider Series

Maryana Garcia | 13 February 2012
Alex Rider, with all its weaknesses, is better than I thought.

Maximum Ride Series

Tim Golden | 23 January 2012
In spite of my mild scorn, I have enjoyed this series.

The Left Hand of Darkness

Tim Golden | 19 October 2011
An intriguing story suitable only for mature teenagers and adults.

The Larklight Series

Tim Golden | 12 October 2011
A brilliantly imaginative science fiction series.

The Power of Six (Lorien Legacies #2)

Clare Cannon | 24 September 2011
I don't think this series is worth worrying about.

The Search for WondLa

Jennifer Minicus | 29 August 2011
This science fiction novel introduces us to the world of Orbona.

The Johnny Maxwell Trilogy

Tim Golden | 26 August 2011
What if you could talk to the dead?

Benjamin and the Paradise Project

Jennifer Minicus | 15 August 2011
Eleven-year-old Benjamin discovers the truth about himself in this science fiction mystery.

Jimmy Coates Series

Tim Golden | 11 August 2011
Jimmy Coates is an ordinary eleven-year-old until...

The Time Pirate

Jennifer Minicus | 14 June 2011
Nick McIver is traveling through time again...

The House of the Scorpion

Tim Golden | 12 June 2011
Matt, a child clone, must come to grips with the way the world sees him.

Gideon the Cutpurse

Tim Golden | 03 April 2011
Peter and Kate, both twelve, are suddenly transported back to the 18th century and must find a way home.

Frozen in Time

Tim Golden | 15 March 2011
What would you do if you found your aunt and uncle had been frozen over fifty years ago?

Twilight Alternatives #3: When You Reach Me

Clare Cannon | 05 March 2011
This intriguing story for teens by first-time author Rebecca Stead is a refreshing surprise.

The Missing Link Trilogy

Tim Golden | 15 February 2011
The sci-fi series involves genetic manipulation of both animals and humans.

Book Reviews

I Am Number Four: the book that inspired the movie

Clare Cannon | 05 February 2011
The movie opens February 18 and the trailer looks exciting, if you're a teen and into that sort of thing. So is the book it's based on any good?

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