Epic Sci-Fi Book Recommendations

Frank Herbert's "Dune" often appears on "best of" lists for its blend of adventure, mysticism, environmentalism, and politics. The story follows Paul Atreides on the desert planet Arrakis. For a space opera with a hopeful outlook, Becky Chambers' "Wayfarers" series focuses on character-driven kindness. The first book, "The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet," features a ragtag crew and fascinating alien races. If you're into TV series, "Star Trek: The Next Generation" is considered a benchmark for science fiction television. "Battlestar Galactica" (2004-2009) is also highly rated.