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Immerse Yourself in the Best Sci-Fi and Fantasy Novels of 2021

Are you ready to escape into a world of magic, adventure, and intergalactic exploration? Look no further! Our curated list of the top sci-fi and fantasy novels of 2021 is here, featuring a mix of adult and young adult books that will transport you to new dimensions.

Fantasy Favorites

1. The Witch’s Heart by Genevieve Gornichec – A Norse mythology-inspired tale of love, magic, and survival, with a strong female lead.
2. The Jasmine Throne by Tasha Suri – A LGBTQ+ fantasy trilogy set in an Indian-inspired world, with a large cast of characters and forbidden magic.
3. Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim – A young adult fantasy novel with a retelling of The Wild Swans, featuring dragons, curses, and quests.
4. The Queen Will Betray You by Sarah Henning – A feminist twist on Game of Thrones, with adventure, first love, and swordplay.
5. The Blacktongue Thief by Christopher Buehlman – An epic fantasy novel with a witty thief as the protagonist, perfect for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien and Brandon Sanderson.

Sci-Fi Adventures

1. A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers – A solarpunk series starter about a monk and a robot, set on a moon called Panga.
2. The Rising Storm (Star Wars: The High Republic) by Cavan Scott – A Star Wars novel set in the “golden era” of the Jedi, 200 years before the Skywalker story begins.
3. Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir – A sci-fi mystery with a solo survivor on a mission to save humanity, from the author of The Martian.
4. The Light From Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki – A queer fantasy/sci-fi mashup about found family, self-discovery, and hope amidst pain and loss.
5. Aurora’s End by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff – The conclusion to a beloved YA series, featuring a cast of characters that make for an incredible found family.

More SFF Gems

Other notable releases worth adding to your TBR include The Bone Ship’s Wake by R.J. Barker, Our Violent Ends by Chloe Gong, Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao, A Marvelous Light by Freya Marske, The Mask of Mirrors by M.A. Carrick, and Cytonic by Brandon Sanderson.

Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery, magic, and adventure with these top sci-fi and fantasy novels of 2021!