If “Bobiverse” by Dennis E. Taylor with its mix of science fiction and humor has caught your imagination, and you’re on the lookout for more books that offer a similar blend of elements, you’re in the right place! We’ve put together a list of books that, like “Bobiverse”, are filled with fascinating science, quirky humor, and unique adventures. These books will take you on extraordinary journeys through space and technology, keeping you entertained with their imaginative stories and interesting ideas. Exploring this list, you’ll find a variety of books that are enjoyable, thought-provoking, and full of surprises. So, if you’re ready to dive into new worlds of exploration and creativity, these books are perfect for your reading list!
See also: Books That Should Be Movies.
Books Like Bobiverse
Craig Alanson
Columbus Day
In the book "Columbus Day" by Craig Alanson, the story begins with humanity being caught in the middle of a war they cannot win. The Ruhar, a technologically advanced and aggressive culture, suddenly attacks Earth on Columbus Day, disrupting the peaceful existence of humans. Just when all hope seems lost, the Kristang, another alien species, arrive to fight against the Ruhar. The UN Expeditionary Force joins forces with the Kristang and embarks on a journey through space to battle the Ruhar. However, the protagonist realizes that the true enemy may not be who they initially thought.
Andy Weir
The Martian
In the book "The Martian" by Andy Weir, astronaut Mark Watney finds himself stranded on Mars after a dust storm forces his crew to evacuate, mistakenly leaving him behind. With no way to communicate with Earth and limited supplies, Mark must rely on his ingenuity and engineering skills to survive. Facing numerous challenges and the constant threat of death, Mark refuses to give up and fights against the odds to stay alive. Will his resourcefulness be enough to overcome the impossible?
Adrian Tchaikovsky
Children of Time
In the book "Children of Time" by Adrian Tchaikovsky, humanity's last survivors are in a race for survival among the stars. After escaping Earth's ruins, they search for a new home and eventually find a terraformed planet. However, this new Eden is not what they expected. It has been taken over by a new civilization, turning it into a nightmare. Now, two civilizations are on a collision course, both fighting for their survival. The fate of humanity hangs in the balance as the question arises: who will inherit this new Earth?
Andy Weir
Project Hail Mary
"Project Hail Mary" by Andy Weir is a thrilling science fiction novel about Ryland Grace, the last survivor on a crucial mission to save humanity and the Earth. However, Ryland wakes up with no memory of his assignment or even his own name. With his crewmates dead and only two corpses for company, he must unravel a complex scientific mystery and prevent the extinction of our species. Racing against time and with no one else around for light-years, Ryland must find a way to complete his mission, or does he?
Martha Wells
All Systems Red
In a future where corporations control space travel, exploratory teams are accompanied by security androids. On a distant planet, a team of scientists is shadowed by a self-aware android called "Murderbot." Murderbot, who refers to itself as such, just wants to be left alone to discover its own identity. However, when a nearby mission goes silent, it's up to the scientists and Murderbot to uncover the truth.
Scott Meyer
Off to Be the Wizard
"Off to Be the Wizard" is a book from the Magic 2.0 series by Scott Meyer. The story follows Martin Banks, an ordinary guy who discovers that he can control reality because it is actually a computer program. However, every time he uses his power, he attracts unwanted attention. To avoid trouble, Martin decides to go back in time to the Middle Ages and pretend to be a wizard. But of course, things don't go as planned. Martin must now learn to master his abilities, uncover the secrets of Merlin, and avoid any life-threatening situations.
John Scalzi
Old Man’s War
"Old Man's War" is the first book in the Old Man's War Book Series by John Scalzi. On his 75th birthday, John Perry visits his wife's grave and then decides to join the army. In this interstellar space setting, planets suitable for living are scarce and alien races are constantly fighting for them. To defend Earth and claim their own territory, humans fight against these alien races. The story follows John Perry as he joins the Colonial Defense Force, an organization that recruits older individuals with valuable knowledge and skills. Once recruited, they are taken off Earth and never allowed to return. After serving two years at the front, survivors are rewarded with their own homestead on a colony planet. John Perry takes this opportunity, but he has no idea what awaits him. The actual fight, light-years away from home, is much more challenging than he could have ever imagined, and he will undergo a transformation that is beyond his wildest dreams.
Andy Weir
Artemis
Jazz Bashara is a resident of Artemis, the only city on the moon. Life is tough for her as she struggles to make ends meet as a porter. To pay off her debts, Jazz occasionally smuggles contraband. However, her life takes a drastic turn when she comes across an opportunity for a high-paying crime. Little does she know, this crime will lead her into a dangerous conspiracy for control of Artemis. Now, Jazz must take even bigger risks to ensure her survival.
Ian W. Sainsbury
The World Walker
"The World Walker" is a captivating book by Ian W. Sainsbury that takes place just outside Los Angeles. The story follows Seb Varden, a 32-year old musician with a mysterious past. One day, Seb's life takes a drastic turn when he attempts suicide but instead discovers a hidden power within himself. As he navigates through a world filled with supernatural beings and ancient organizations, Seb realizes that the universe is far more complex than he ever imagined. This book can be enjoyed as a standalone or as the first in a series that further explores the intriguing elements and characters of The World Walker.
Adrian Tchaikovsky
Children of Memory
"Children of Memory" is an extraordinary novel by Adrian Tchaikovsky, part of the Children of Time Book Series. It is a modern classic of space opera that follows humanity's struggle for survival on a terraformed planet. After Earth's failure, the spaceship Enkidu, led by Captain Heorest Holt, transported a group of humans to a potential new paradise. Many generations later, the colony has managed to survive, but life is challenging and they have lost much of their technological knowledge. Suddenly, strangers arrive with advanced technology and knowledge, claiming to be from another world and offering to help the colonies. However, not everything is as it seems, and the price of their assistance may be the very existence of the colony itself.
Dennis E. Taylor
Roadkill
In the book "Roadkill" by Dennis E. Taylor, Jack Kernigan's life takes a turn for the worse when he is kicked out of MIT and forced to return to his small Ohio town. Working for his family's business, Jack's life seems destined for mediocrity. However, everything changes when his truck collides with something invisible and not of this world. Suddenly, Jack becomes humanity's last hope in uncovering a massive alien conspiracy that could lead to the end of the human race. With the help of his friends Natalie and Patrick, as well as a sassy AI named Sheldon, Jack must rely on their intelligence, lots of coffee, and their very own spaceship to save the world.
Dennis E. Taylor
The Singularity Trap
"The Singularity Trap" is a thrilling space novel by Dennis E. Taylor. The story follows Ivan Pritchard, an asteroid miner who takes on the responsibility of protecting the entire human race. Despite his unlucky circumstances, Ivan joins the crew of the Mad Astra in hopes of providing a better life for his family. As they venture into the farthest reaches of human exploration, the crew faces numerous challenges that will push them to their limits. Ivan must confront his own humanity and make difficult choices that will determine the fate of humanity.
Neil Gaiman
The Sandman
"The Sandman" by Neil Gaiman is a groundbreaking comic book series that has been hailed as the greatest epic in the history of the genre. Now, for the first time ever, it has been adapted into an audio production by Audible and DC. The story follows the immortal king of dreams, known as The Sandman, who is imprisoned on Earth by a cult. After escaping, he embarks on a quest to retrieve the three tools that will restore his power and rebuild his dominion. Along the way, he encounters characters from DC comic books, ancient myths, and real-world history. The audio adaptation features an ensemble cast, including James McAvoy in the title role, and is accompanied by a cinematic soundscape and an original musical score. Neil Gaiman himself serves as the narrator, leading listeners through a journey of myths, imagination, and terror.
John Scalzi
The Collapsing Empire
In "The Collapsing Empire" by John Scalzi, the universe is governed by the laws of physics, making faster than light travel impossible. However, a new discovery called The Flow allows humans to travel to different planets in other star systems. As humanity expands and forms the Interdependency empire, it becomes clear that all outposts are dependent on each other for survival and control. But The Flow is not constant and can change, potentially isolating entire worlds from the rest of humanity. As the entire Flow starts to move, three individuals - a scientist, a starship captain, and the emperox of the Interdependency - must race against time to save the collapsing empire.
John Scalzi
Lock In
"Lock In" is a thrilling near-future novel by John Scalzi. Set in a world where a highly contagious virus called Haden's syndrome has affected millions of people, the story follows rookie FBI agent Chris Shane and his partner Leslie Vann as they investigate a murder at the Watergate Hotel. The twist? The suspect is an "integrator" who can allow locked-in individuals to use their bodies. As Shane and Vann dig deeper, they uncover a much larger mystery and crime than they ever anticipated. This gripping and imaginative book explores the consequences of a global pandemic and the challenges faced by those affected by Haden's syndrome.
Shirtaloon
He Who Fights with Monsters
Jason, a middle manager at an office supplies store, finds himself in a strange world filled with magic and monsters. Despite his evil powers, he tries his best to be a heroic adventurer. On his first day, he encounters cannibals, cultists, wizards, and monsters. To survive, he must find courage, wit, and his own magical abilities. But before anything else, he needs to find some pants.
Nicholas Sansbury Smith
Hell Divers
In the book "Hell Divers" by Nicholas Sansbury Smith, humanity is struggling to survive on airships after World War III. These airships are searching for a safe place to call home, but most of them have already crashed to the Earth. The only hope for the remaining lifeboats is the Hell Divers, brave men and women who risk their lives by skydiving to scavenge for essential parts. When one of the airships is damaged, a Hell Diver team is sent to a dangerous area called Hades. However, they soon discover something even more threatening than the mutated creatures they have encountered before, posing a grave danger to the future of humanity.
Peter Clines
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Nate moves into a new apartment with strange quirks like locked doors, weird lights, and mutant cockroaches. Despite these oddities, Nate is content with his low rent and friendly property managers. However, when he meets his neighbor Mandy and notices something unusual about her apartment, he realizes that every room in the building holds a mystery that dates back over a hundred years. These mysteries could potentially spell disaster for Nate and his friends, or even the entire world.
Terry Mancour
Spellmonger
In the book "Spellmonger" by Terry Mancour, Minalan, a former professional warmage, decides to live a peaceful life as a village spellmonger in the remote mountain valley of Boval. Everything seems perfect until an army of goblins threatens to invade Boval Vale. With limited resources and a castle under siege, Minalan must find a way to protect the people and fend off the gurvani horde. Despite facing numerous challenges, including a jealous rival mage and personal relationship issues, Minalan is determined to defend his adopted home.
Dennis E. Taylor
Outland: Quantum Earth
Outland: Quantum Earth is a thrilling book by Dennis E. Taylor that follows a group of college students who accidentally create a portal to an alternate Earth called Outland. When the Yellowstone supervolcano erupts, they must quickly get as many people as possible through the portal before a deadly ash cloud engulfs them. However, Outland proves to be a challenging and dangerous place, forcing the group to learn how to survive in this new world. Will Outland become their safe haven or their permanent home?
