If you loved the rigorous scientific speculation and plausible depiction of an alien encounter in Learning the World, you'll be enthralled by Blindsight. Watts weaves a gripping tale about a crew sent to investigate a mysterious alien signal, exploring consciousness, intelligence, and what it means to be human. The hard science and unsettling questions will keep you hooked.

If you enjoyed the detailed look into the bat-like alien civilization and human society in Learning the World, The Dispossessed offers a profound exploration of two contrasting worlds—Anarres and Urras. Le Guin masterfully examines social structures, cultural clashes, and the challenges of understanding the 'other' through the eyes of physicist Shevek.

The shifting viewpoints and ensemble cast in Learning the World may have drawn you in. Leviathan Wakes throws you into a solar system on the brink of chaos, following Jim Holden and Detective Miller as their narratives intertwine amidst a brewing interplanetary conflict. The rich, character-driven storytelling keeps the stakes high and the pacing brisk.

If the grand scale and meticulous worldbuilding of Learning the World fascinated you, Children of Time is a must-read. It traces the evolution of a spider civilization on a terraformed planet across millennia, paralleling the desperate journey of the last remnants of humanity. The epic scope and deep dive into alien development are unforgettable.

If you found the political maneuvering, questions of identity, and philosophical themes in Learning the World compelling, The Left Hand of Darkness will resonate. Follow Genly Ai as he navigates the complex politics and unique gender dynamics of Gethen, offering deep reflections on society, trust, and what it means to connect across profound differences.