If you were captivated by the plausible evolution of intelligent spiders and the detailed, science-driven approach in Children Of Time, you'll be drawn to Blindsight. Watts' novel rigorously explores alien intelligence and the limits of human understanding, following a crew sent to investigate a mysterious extraterrestrial signal. The hard science and philosophical depth make this a brilliant next step.

If you enjoyed the shifting perspectives and the tapestry of human and non-human lives in Children Of Time, you'll love The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet. Chambers introduces you to a crew of wildly different species, each with their own quirks and backgrounds, as they journey together through space. It's a warm, character-driven space adventure that explores relationships and identity as much as the universe.

If you were fascinated by the sweeping timeline and the rise and fall of civilizations in Children Of Time, The Three-Body Problem will enthrall you. Spanning decades and connecting Earth's history with the fate of alien worlds, Liu's novel weaves together personal stories and cosmic consequences in a way that's truly epic in scale.

If you found the evolving spider society and their unique perspectives in Children Of Time compelling, Semiosis is a must-read. It follows generations of human colonists as they encounter and adapt to a sentient, plant-based civilization, delving into communication, survival, and what it means to be 'alien'.

If you loved the detailed construction of new worlds and ecological systems in Children Of Time, Aurora will immerse you in the challenges of sustaining life on a generation ship bound for a distant planet. Robinson's meticulous worldbuilding brings to life the scientific and social complexities of humanity’s survival among the stars.