If you loved the epic sweep of Asimov's Foundation and Empire, you'll be drawn into Dune's interstellar saga. The rise and fall of empires, the clash of great houses, and the fate of entire civilizations unfold on the desert planet Arrakis. You'll find the same sense of history-shaping events and the feeling that the actions of a few will echo through centuries.

If you enjoyed following the varied perspectives of Seldon, Bayta, and the Mule in Foundation and Empire, you'll love the ensemble cast of Hyperion. Each character’s pilgrimage tale reveals a unique facet of their universe, building a rich mosaic of motives, secrets, and destinies.

If the political maneuvering and power struggles between the Foundation and the Empire intrigued you, The Dispossessed offers a profound look at two radically different societies and the revolutionary who dares to bridge them. Shevek’s struggle against societal constraints and the consequences of his choices will resonate with your love for political intrigue.

If you appreciated the plausible technologies and logical extrapolations in Foundation and Empire, you'll revel in the meticulously crafted future of Revelation Space. Reynolds weaves astrophysics, AI, and cosmic threats into a story where scientific realism drives both plot and atmosphere.

If you found the depiction of the Empire and the Foundation’s cultural clashes fascinating, The Left Hand of Darkness will immerse you in an alien world where diplomacy and misunderstanding are at the heart of survival. Genly Ai’s journey among the Gethenians is a masterclass in exploring what it means to be both alien and human.