hard science fiction

Hard science fiction is a captivating genre that blends scientific principles with imaginative storytelling. It explores scientific concepts in a realistic and plausible manner, often pushing the boundaries of our current understanding of the universe. If you're a fan of hard science fiction or looking to delve into this exciting genre, there are several acclaimed authors and must-read novels worth exploring.

One of the pioneers in hard science fiction is Isaac Asimov, who paved the way with his Foundation series. This epic space opera combines politics, powerful characters, and an intricate plot that spans thousands of years. Asimov's meticulous attention to scientific detail and his ability to predict future technologies have made the Foundation series a timeless classic.

Another highly regarded author in the genre is Arthur C. Clarke, known for his masterpiece "2001: A Space Odyssey." This novel, later adapted into a groundbreaking film, explores humanity's relationship with advanced artificial intelligence and extraterrestrial life. Clarke's storytelling prowess and his knack for scientific accuracy make this novel a must-read for any hard science fiction enthusiast.

If you're interested in hard science fiction that delves into the complexities of time travel, "The Time Machine" by H.G. Wells is a classic choice. Published in 1895, this novel explores the futuristic concept of time travel and the potential consequences it poses. Wells' vivid imagination and his ability to merge science with captivating storytelling make "The Time Machine" a foundational work in the genre.

For those seeking a more contemporary take on hard science fiction, the work of Alastair Reynolds is highly recommended. His "Revelation Space" series combines intricate world-building, breathtaking space opera themes, and realistic scientific concepts that will leave readers in awe. Reynolds' ability to balance complex scientific concepts with compelling narratives has made him one of the foremost authors in the genre today.

As a fan of hard science fiction, you may also find it worthwhile to explore online communities and websites dedicated to the genre. Websites like Reddit's r/printSF and the Hard SF subreddit offer platforms for discussions, recommendations, and interaction with fellow enthusiasts. The opportunity to engage in conversations about your favorite hard science fiction novels and authors can deepen your appreciation and understanding of the genre.

In conclusion, hard science fiction is an enthralling genre that blends science and storytelling in a compelling way. Whether you're intrigued by Asimov's Foundation series, Clarke's "2001: A Space Odyssey," or the contemporary works of Alastair Reynolds, there's a wealth of must-read novels waiting to be explored. Supplement your reading with online communities, websites, and discussions, to enhance your enjoyment and connect with fellow fans of hard science fiction. Happy reading!
Sword of Dawn Fiction
Sword of Dawn

Gao Wen traveled through time, but there were some slight issues during the process. After floating in the air above a different world for tens of thousands of years, he realized that he might need a body to truly become a complete time traveler. However, he didn't expect that even after successfully obtaining a body, he would still have to crawl out of a coffin and face two bewildered great-great-great-great-granddaughters... and a world on the verge of the end of an era.

633.27 Million words | 2021-11-10 04:23Update

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Humanitarian paradise. Fiction
Humanitarian paradise.

This is a future world, the birthplace of dreams, where advancements in technology have eliminated arduous physical labor for humans. For the first time, they are being liberated from internal oppression, heralding the arrival of a golden age. However, the karmic ties of the past millions of years remain entangled, leaving humans with the choice to either eliminate or liberate themselves from them.

171.11 Million words | 2021-11-08 11:20Update

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Apocalyptic Cashier Fiction
Apocalyptic Cashier

For the obligatory protected Wind Xiao Lazy, the apocalypse is just a refreshed scenery outside the window. Even during the end of the world, the supermarket doesn't stop making money! For the people in the safe zone, just lie down and relax! Wow, that supermarket boss lady is amazing! For Lian Hua, by the way, I'm the supermarket boss, she's just a lousy cashier! Wind Xiao Lazy: Can I quietly be a cashier, please?

63.43 Million words | 2021-11-07 06:55Update

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Galactic Emperor Fiction
Galactic Emperor

As humanity enters the era of the Milky Way, ancient cultivation practices are revitalized with new vigor.

348.42 Million words | 2021-11-05 23:18Update

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Manor in the End Times Fiction
Manor in the End Times

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26.90 Million words | 2021-10-30 16:51Update

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natural disaster Fiction
natural disaster

The tranquil world turned overnight into a deadly game ground. Wealthy officials and high-ranking figures? Stunningly beautiful star students? In this bloody and brutal world, only the truly strong have the right to survive, while the weak are doomed to be enslaved or eliminated! This is the calamity of heaven! And the calamity of gods and demons! This is the true apocalypse, but not the end of humanity! [Wanderer's Home QQ group:]

247.33 Million words | 2021-10-25 08:12Update

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Ji Jia Biao Han Fiction
Ji Jia Biao Han

,挑战着基因金字塔顶端的高傲统治者,为了打破这不公平的等级制度,为了平等与自由,他奋起反抗…

136.73 Million words | 2021-10-23 18:07Update

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Strange Tales Research Club Fiction
Strange Tales Research Club

If one day, you discovered the dark truth of the world. Those bizarre stories and urban legends that you once thought were fictional and widely spread, turned out to be real! What would you do? "Fantastic!" Zhang Luo made a victory gesture by forming a "V" with his fingers. For this crazy supernatural tales enthusiast, the whole world seemed to have transformed into a magnificent giant amusement park.

143.60 Million words | 2021-10-22 03:08Update

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Evolutionary Frenzy Fiction
Evolutionary Frenzy

After a unprecedented virus storm swept the globe, the world turned into a wasteland. In the absence of restraints, survival of the fittest became the only rule. When life lost its weight, evolution became the only way forward. On [insert date], the surviving humans opened their eyes, only to find a world reduced to ruins, resembling hell. However, when Duan Fei opened his eyes, he realized he was in paradise! Reader group: During the new book period, two updates a day, rewards for additional chapters!

139.55 Million words | 2021-10-21 13:20Update

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Above the Galaxy Fiction
Above the Galaxy

Technology has reached its limits, and humans have discovered that to traverse the galaxy, they need not only spaceships and battleships, but also strong bodies, resilient wills, and ancient martial arts that have long been buried in the annals. After the great catastrophe, martial arts prevail, a single slash can penetrate armor, a single sword can freeze the stars. Tang Fei, a young refugee who emerged from the ruins, with nimble hands, a handsome face, an inexplicable responsibility, and an unbreakable vow, steps by step, ascends to the pinnacle of the starry sky. If the gods no longer bestow their mercy upon him, then let us light the bonfire, shoulder the great sword, become mere bones, or perhaps legendary heroes...

59.70 Million words | 2021-10-21 03:11Update

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Xiling Empire Fiction
Xiling Empire

It's not about Empire Conquest, not about the turbulence of another world, and certainly not about leveling up in martial arts. In fact, this is a very serious and earnest hard science fiction novel about saving the world - believe it or not. Alright, fine. Actually, it's just a hilarious story about a group of clueless leaders and a crappy head of state having fun in their everyday life of saving the world. A pseudo-otaku who was just living a mundane life suddenly becomes the emperor of an empire, adopting numerous lolis under the nurturing aura of a father figure. This is the uproarious story of a certain otaku experiencing after obtaining a free-loading brigade from the sky. Once again, I solemnly remind you: this is a very serious and earnest science fiction novel... P.S.:

805.35 Million words | 2021-10-20 08:10Update

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Work Prophet Fiction
Work Prophet

"I am not a god, just a nine-to-five worker who leaves on time. I will do my best to assist you during working hours, but after I clock off... it's up to you." A workplace deity farming a little bit of romance. That's the gist. Written by Xiaodai Zhao, "Work Prophet" is a novel available for free, with no pop-up ads, as a chapter-by-chapter release by online users. Recommended link: w

159.23 Million words | 2021-10-17 14:22Update

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The apocalypse begins with a nightmare. Fiction
The apocalypse begins with a nightmare.

Fear breaks the boundaries between dreams and reality, making it hard to distinguish which is which. When the nightmare truly descends, no one can escape unscathed. It is both a peril and an opportunity.

379.16 Million words | 2021-10-15 09:37Update

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Dark King Fiction
Dark King

Disaster erupts, the end of the world. Thrown into a cryogenic chamber, I slept for three hundred years, only to wake up to a world in the era of great upheaval! Here, there is cold-bloodedness, distortion, decadence, howling, singing, and loneliness... In this place, armed with the wisdom of a modern person, I vow to reach the pinnacle of the world and gaze into the distance from the heights! "Since I cannot adapt to this world, then let this world obey my will and change!" - Durdian. Official reminder: Please do not watch without the presence of an adult. Site reminder: If you think "Dark King" is good, don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ group and Weibo!

334.64 Million words | 2021-10-08 23:25Update

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Apocalypse Skill Tree Fiction
Apocalypse Skill Tree

Hong Yi loves to gaze at the stars, the profound night and the brilliant starlight can temporarily make people forget their troubles and imagine things they want but cannot have, or reminisce about past beauty. However, no matter how far the thoughts wander, there is always a time to return to reality. The most important thing for people is to live down-to-earth and look forward. After a major catastrophe, humanity relies on activating the brain domain to become evolvers, gaining mysterious powers within the brain domain, which are known as skills! Completed novels include "New World at the End", "Chapter of Demons", "Unrivaled Martial Saint", and "Shadow Street". Rest assured, the quality is guaranteed for reading!

95.63 Million words | 2021-10-01 02:39Update

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Waves of Wheat Fiction
Waves of Wheat

I still remember the lie I told while sitting on the fence. "I have seen the golden waves of wheat with my own eyes"...

438.39 Million words | 2021-09-25 23:14Update

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I really don't want to be the Creator Fiction
I really don't want to be the Creator

For one person's anger, destroy one universe! I regret it and want to rebuild the universe! (This is a story of machines, insects, and humans vying for control of the universe. Only one person will survive when the universe is destroyed and rebuilds it to become the Creator. But he says, 'I really don't want to be the Creator.')

188.00 Million words | 2021-09-21 19:58Update

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The Strongest Humanoid Monster in History Fiction
The Strongest Humanoid Monster in History

***Newbie rolling for collection*** Ninth reincarnation, breaking free from the constraints of the human body. When a person can strengthen themselves proportionally every day, with no limit, no bottleneck, how strong can they become? After Li Muran woke up from his ninth reincarnation, he found that the whole world had fallen into an apocalypse, with countless terrifying beasts running rampant on Earth. And so, this humanoid monster began to freely roam among the beasts in the end times: While others were trembling in fear under the beasts' attacks, he had long been feasting on their flesh and blood; While others fought desperately for the heavenly treasures and earthly treasures on the beasts' bodies, he casually gifted these things to the younger generation as a token of acquaintance; Most importantly, when his enemies desperately cultivated in order to become stronger, they discovered that even after years of hard training, they still couldn't match his daily rate of enhancement, and ultimately could only die in pain and despair. And all of this is only the beginning.

100.21 Million words | 2021-09-20 08:11Update

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Me and the Apocalypse: A Trade-off Fiction
Me and the Apocalypse: A Trade-off

Lin Zhi accidentally binds to a dimensional small store, able to trade with humans from various apocalyptic worlds. Instant noodles for a car, rice for gold, and even various magical items. Most importantly, during this process, Lin Zhi finds love and a lifetime of happiness!

266.21 Million words | 2021-09-17 04:37Update

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A new global rule every month. Fiction
A new global rule every month.

"The Blue Star version will begin non-stop updates at midnight on the day of, with the main content and adjustments for this update as follows." "New rules for this month have been added..."

107.26 Million words | 2021-09-08 19:54Update

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Infinite Fiction
Infinite

In the boundless expanse of the starry dimension, in movies, TV shows, video games, and anime... In familiar or unfamiliar worlds, the protagonist, with the aid of their innate 'skill levels+', ventures further and further in each world...

103.21 Million words | 2021-08-24 05:39Update

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