Fiction / Science Best Sellers

"Heir to the Empire" by Timothy Zahn is a science fiction novel set in the Star Wars Expanded Universe. The story takes place after the events of "Return of the Jedi" and follows familiar characters as they face new challenges. Zahn's novel is credited with revitalizing interest in the Star Wars franchise in the early 1990s and expanding the lore of the Star Wars universe.

"The Tommyknockers" by Stephen King is a science fiction horror novel that explores the consequences of discovering an otherworldly object buried in the woods. As the townspeople uncover its power, they experience physical and mental transformations. King's storytelling prowess and ability to blend horror with speculative elements contribute to the novel's eerie and compelling narrative.

"Star Wars: Return of the Jedi" by Joan D. Vinge is a novelization of the third installment in the original Star Wars trilogy. The book adapts the screenplay of the film and provides additional insights into the characters and events of the story. Vinge's contribution to the Star Wars expanded universe adds depth to the narrative created by George Lucas.

Set during the early years of the U.S. space program, the novel explores the lives and experiences of astronauts, engineers, and their families. It provides a fictionalized account of America's journey into space exploration.

book description: a collection of four novellas with varying genres, including the novella that was adapted into the movie The Shawshank Redemption

A Gunslinger is drawn to a tower that is a portal to other worlds

The dark, futuristic tale that inspired the recent “X-Men” film is collected here, along with the first appearance of Alpha Flight.

book description: the story of a young girl with pyrokinesis who is hunted by a secret government agency

The story of Walter F. Starbuck, a man who goes to prison for a crime he didn't commit.

"Breakfast of Champions" by Kurt Vonnegut is a satirical science fiction novel that explores themes of free will, individuality, and the consequences of human actions. The story follows Kilgore Trout, a science fiction writer, and Dwayne Hoover, a mentally unstable car dealer, as their paths intersect in a surreal and thought-provoking narrative.

Adventure novel set during World War II, exploring friendship and survival.

"Europa" by Robert Briffault is a science fiction novel that envisions a utopian society on Jupiter's moon, Europa. The novel explores themes of social order, governance, and the potential for a harmonious existence. Briffault's speculative work delves into the possibilities of an advanced and enlightened civilization, providing readers with a vision of an alternative future.