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The Ten Best Science Books of 2025

From “experimental archaeology” to the mysterious appeal of exploration, the wide-ranging subjects detailed in these titles captivated Smithsonian magazine’s science contributors this year ...
Women's hidden extra work, positive tipping points and new thinking on autism – there's much to chew on in this year's best ...
From drowned worlds to virtual utopias via deep space, wild ideas abound in Emily H. Wilson's picks for her favourite sci-fi ...
Kid lit experts weigh in on some of the year's best science titles. Plus, what to look for when choosing a book for the child in your life.
Bethany Jacobs won the Philip K. Dick Award for the first novel in her Kindom trilogy, These Burning Stars. This Brutal Moon ...
Science books provide the ultimate deep dives into our favorite subjects, whether it’s the inner workings of the brain, ...
From epic space operas to mind‑bending thrillers, these are the sci‑fi stories that will transport you to other worlds.
Science fiction can seem like an intimidating genre for the uninitiated, what with its fantastical tales of advanced technologies, otherworldly beings, and, yes, all that science. But in reality, ...
It’s officially summertime, and the season of reading is finally here! Two science writers and voracious readers have compiled their summer reading recommendations, just for Science Friday fans.
Which AP computer science book is best? Almost everything in the world, from our careers to our health to our entertainment, depends on computers and technology, so a career in computer science will ...