10 Best Sci-Fi Books of All Time

Last Updated: May 8, 2025

When it comes to sci-fi literature, the options can seem overwhelming. To help narrow down the choices, here are the 10 best sci-fi books of all time that have captivated readers with their imaginative storytelling and thought-provoking themes.

1
Dune

Dune

Frank Herbert

1965

2
Ender's Game

Ender's Game

Orson Scott

1985

4
1984

1984

George Orwell

1949

5
Fahrenheit 451

Fahrenheit 451

Ray Bradbury

1953

6
Foundation

Foundation

Isaac Asimov

1951

7
Brave New World

Brave New World

Aldous Huxley

1932

8
Hyperion

Hyperion

Dan Simmons

1989

10
The Martian

The Martian

Andy Weir

2011

Sources:

  1. Science Fiction: The 100 Best Novels – wikipedia.org
  2. Best Science Fiction Books – goodreads.com
  3. The Best Sci-Fi Books of All Time – penguinrandomhouse.com