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100 books to read
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100 (fiction) books to read in a lifetime
By Julie Oreskovich
17 June, 2021
We kept this list to fiction this time. Some of the expected classics are there, alongside some more contemporary fare. There is some science fiction, some YA, and above all else, some unforgettable stories.
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Wonderfully weird books, odd books, bizarre books and more
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Weird books
03 June, 2021
Welcome to the Weird Book Room on AbeBooks, where you'll find some of the most funny and bizarre books, the world has ever known.
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Essential sci-fi books
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50 essential science fiction books
By Richard Davies
21 June, 2021
This was a virtually impossible task. Put together a list of 50 must-read science fiction books and don’t make anyone angry. See our list of the best science fiction books to read.
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