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Now Featuring: The Final Frontier – Space Books & Sci-Fi

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Explore sci-fi fun and futuristic thrills with these exciting reads.

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Discover the science and stories of space, the Final Frontier, at these family-friendly events at Douglas County Libraries during the month of May. Discover the science and stories of space, the Final Frontier, at these family-friendly events at Douglas County Libraries during the month of May. Show less

Illuminae

Illuminae

by Kaufman, Amie

Book - 2015

In the year 2575, the planet Kerenza is attacked. New exes Kady and Ezra find themselves on a space fleet fleeing the enemy, with a malfunctioning ship’s artificial intelligence and a deadly plague upping the stakes against their survival. In the year 2575, the planet Kerenza is attacked. New exes Kady and Ezra find themselves on a space fleet fleeing the enemy, with a malfunctioning ship’s artificial intelligence and a deadly plague upping the stakes against their survival. Show less

In the year 2575, the planet Kerenza is attacked. New exes Kady and Ezra find themselves on a space fleet fleeing the enemy, with a malfunctioning ship’s artificial intelligence and a deadly plague upping the stakes against their survival. In the year 2575, the planet Kerenza is attacked. New exes Kady and Ezra find themselves on a space fleet fleeing the enemy, with a malfunctioning ship’s artificial intelligence and a deadly plague upping the stakes against their survival. Show less

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Breaking Sky

Breaking Sky

by McCarthy, Cori

Book - 2015

In this compelling, action-packed dystopic novel, our heroine is chosen to fly the experimental Streaker jets at the junior Air Force Academy, despite the dark secrets in her past. In this compelling, action-packed dystopic novel, our heroine is chosen to fly the experimental Streaker jets at the junior Air Force Academy, despite the dark secrets in her past. Show less

In this compelling, action-packed dystopic novel, our heroine is chosen to fly the experimental Streaker jets at the junior Air Force Academy, despite the dark secrets in her past. In this compelling, action-packed dystopic novel, our heroine is chosen to fly the experimental Streaker jets at the junior Air Force Academy, despite the dark secrets in her past. Show less

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Alienated

Alienated

by Landers, Melissa

Book - 2014

High school senior Cara Sweeney gets in over her head when she participates in Earth’s first intergalactic high school exchange program in this romantic, suspenseful tale. High school senior Cara Sweeney gets in over her head when she participates in Earth’s first intergalactic high school exchange program in this romantic, suspenseful tale. Show less

High school senior Cara Sweeney gets in over her head when she participates in Earth’s first intergalactic high school exchange program in this romantic, suspenseful tale. High school senior Cara Sweeney gets in over her head when she participates in Earth’s first intergalactic high school exchange program in this romantic, suspenseful tale. Show less

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These Broken Stars

These Broken Stars

by Kaufman, Amie

Book - 2013

Lilac LaRoux and Tarver Merendsen are in a fight for their lives when their ship crash lands on an eerily deserted planet, and they must work together in order to survive. Lilac LaRoux and Tarver Merendsen are in a fight for their lives when their ship crash lands on an eerily deserted planet, and they must work together in order to survive. Show less

Lilac LaRoux and Tarver Merendsen are in a fight for their lives when their ship crash lands on an eerily deserted planet, and they must work together in order to survive. Lilac LaRoux and Tarver Merendsen are in a fight for their lives when their ship crash lands on an eerily deserted planet, and they must work together in order to survive. Show less

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The Martian

The Martian

A Novel

by Weir, Andy

Book - 2014

In this fast-paced, suspenseful novel, Mark Watley is stranded after a dust storm cuts his team’s Mars mission short. He has to call on his ingenuity to survive until the next manned mission to Mars in four years. In this fast-paced, suspenseful novel, Mark Watley is stranded after a dust storm cuts his team’s Mars mission short. He has to call on his ingenuity to survive until the next manned mission to Mars in four years. Show less

In this fast-paced, suspenseful novel, Mark Watley is stranded after a dust storm cuts his team’s Mars mission short. He has to call on his ingenuity to survive until the next manned mission to Mars in four years. In this fast-paced, suspenseful novel, Mark Watley is stranded after a dust storm cuts his team’s Mars mission short. He has to call on his ingenuity to survive until the next manned mission to Mars in four years. Show less

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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

by Adams, Douglas

Book - 1979

This quirky, offbeat classic kicks off the extraterrestrial journeys, notions and acquaintances of unwilling galactic traveler Arthur Dent. This quirky, offbeat classic kicks off the extraterrestrial journeys, notions and acquaintances of unwilling galactic traveler Arthur Dent. Show less

This quirky, offbeat classic kicks off the extraterrestrial journeys, notions and acquaintances of unwilling galactic traveler Arthur Dent. This quirky, offbeat classic kicks off the extraterrestrial journeys, notions and acquaintances of unwilling galactic traveler Arthur Dent. Show less

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I, Robot

I, Robot

by Asimov, Isaac

Book - 2004

In this thought-provoking classic, Isaac Asimov links the past, present and future of robots through a series of stories, from their primitive beginnings to a future where humanity may no longer play a part. In this thought-provoking classic, Isaac Asimov links the past, present and future of robots through a series of stories, from their primitive beginnings to a future where humanity may no longer play a part. Show less

In this thought-provoking classic, Isaac Asimov links the past, present and future of robots through a series of stories, from their primitive beginnings to a future where humanity may no longer play a part. In this thought-provoking classic, Isaac Asimov links the past, present and future of robots through a series of stories, from their primitive beginnings to a future where humanity may no longer play a part. Show less

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Dune

Dune

by Herbert, Frank

Book - 1965

This classic tells the tale of Paul Atreides, who survives a devastating betrayal against his family to become the mysterious man known as Muad’Dib who avenges his family, and brings to life humanity’s fragile and most ancient dream. This classic tells the tale of Paul Atreides, who survives a devastating betrayal against his family to become the mysterious man known as Muad’Dib who avenges his family, and brings to life humanity’s fragile and most ancient dream. Show less

This classic tells the tale of Paul Atreides, who survives a devastating betrayal against his family to become the mysterious man known as Muad’Dib who avenges his family, and brings to life humanity’s fragile and most ancient dream. This classic tells the tale of Paul Atreides, who survives a devastating betrayal against his family to become the mysterious man known as Muad’Dib who avenges his family, and brings to life humanity’s fragile and most ancient dream. Show less

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Rocket Boys

Rocket Boys

A Memoir

by Hickam, Homer H.

Book - 1998

This fantastic memoir explores the life of aerospace engineer Homer Hickham and his friends in Big Creek, West Virginia, from the launch of Sputnik to a career in NASA. This fantastic memoir explores the life of aerospace engineer Homer Hickham and his friends in Big Creek, West Virginia, from the launch of Sputnik to a career in NASA. Show less

This fantastic memoir explores the life of aerospace engineer Homer Hickham and his friends in Big Creek, West Virginia, from the launch of Sputnik to a career in NASA. This fantastic memoir explores the life of aerospace engineer Homer Hickham and his friends in Big Creek, West Virginia, from the launch of Sputnik to a career in NASA. Show less

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Zathura

Zathura

A Space Adventure

by Van Allsburg, Chris

Book - 2002

Two boisterous brothers find more excitement than they bargained for in a space adventure board game in this fanciful and fun picture book. Two boisterous brothers find more excitement than they bargained for in a space adventure board game in this fanciful and fun picture book. Show less

Two boisterous brothers find more excitement than they bargained for in a space adventure board game in this fanciful and fun picture book. Two boisterous brothers find more excitement than they bargained for in a space adventure board game in this fanciful and fun picture book. Show less

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If You Decide to Go to the Moon

If You Decide to Go to the Moon

by McNulty, Faith

Book - 2005

This lavish picture book invites you to accompany a boy on an emotionally charged trip to the moon — from reminders of what one should pack on a trip to the moon, to the exciting countdown and liftoff. This lavish picture book invites you to accompany a boy on an emotionally charged trip to the moon — from reminders of what one should pack on a trip to the moon, to the exciting countdown and liftoff. Show less

This lavish picture book invites you to accompany a boy on an emotionally charged trip to the moon — from reminders of what one should pack on a trip to the moon, to the exciting countdown and liftoff. This lavish picture book invites you to accompany a boy on an emotionally charged trip to the moon — from reminders of what one should pack on a trip to the moon, to the exciting countdown and liftoff. Show less

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Mousetronaut Goes to Mars

Mousetronaut Goes to Mars

by Kelly, Mark E.

Book - 2013

A mouse stowaway on NASA’s first human mission to Mars becomes a hero when one of the landing craft’s engines fails. A mouse stowaway on NASA’s first human mission to Mars becomes a hero when one of the landing craft’s engines fails. Show less

A mouse stowaway on NASA’s first human mission to Mars becomes a hero when one of the landing craft’s engines fails. A mouse stowaway on NASA’s first human mission to Mars becomes a hero when one of the landing craft’s engines fails. Show less

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Mars Needs Moms!

Mars Needs Moms!

by Breathed, Berke

Unknown - 2007

When a disgruntled boy sees his mother being kidnapped by Martians, he realizes he loves her and will go to any lengths to protect her. When a disgruntled boy sees his mother being kidnapped by Martians, he realizes he loves her and will go to any lengths to protect her. Show less

When a disgruntled boy sees his mother being kidnapped by Martians, he realizes he loves her and will go to any lengths to protect her. When a disgruntled boy sees his mother being kidnapped by Martians, he realizes he loves her and will go to any lengths to protect her. Show less

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For the Love of Spock

For the Love of Spock

DVD - 2017

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of "Star Trek" through a personal, intimate look at the life and career of Leonard Nimoy and the enduring appeal of his alter ego, as told by his son. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of "Star Trek" through a personal, intimate look at the life and career of Leonard Nimoy and the enduring appeal of his alter ego, as told by his son. Show less

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of "Star Trek" through a personal, intimate look at the life and career of Leonard Nimoy and the enduring appeal of his alter ego, as told by his son. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of "Star Trek" through a personal, intimate look at the life and career of Leonard Nimoy and the enduring appeal of his alter ego, as told by his son. Show less

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The Autobiography of James T. Kirk

The Autobiography of James T. Kirk

The Story of Starfleet's Greatest Captain

by Kirk, James T.

Book - 2015

A chronicle of the most famous Starfleet captain, tracing his youth on Tarsus IV, education at the Academy, and illustrious career on the Enterprise. Told “in-universe,” this tribute will appeal to newcomers as well as fans of the beloved franchise. A chronicle of the most famous Starfleet captain, tracing his youth on Tarsus IV, education at the Academy, and illustrious career on the Enterprise. Told “in-universe,” this tribute will appeal to newcomers as well as fans of the beloved franchise. Show less

A chronicle of the most famous Starfleet captain, tracing his youth on Tarsus IV, education at the Academy, and illustrious career on the Enterprise. Told “in-universe,” this tribute will appeal to newcomers as well as fans of the beloved franchise. A chronicle of the most famous Starfleet captain, tracing his youth on Tarsus IV, education at the Academy, and illustrious career on the Enterprise. Told “in-universe,” this tribute will appeal to newcomers as well as fans of the beloved franchise. Show less

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Catalyst

Catalyst

A Rogue One Novel

by Luceno, James

Book - 2016

Set before the events of "Rogue One," Catalyst reveals the previously untold story of the development of the Death Star. Set before the events of "Rogue One," Catalyst reveals the previously untold story of the development of the Death Star. Show less

Set before the events of "Rogue One," Catalyst reveals the previously untold story of the development of the Death Star. Set before the events of "Rogue One," Catalyst reveals the previously untold story of the development of the Death Star. Show less

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William Shakespeare's Star Wars

William Shakespeare's Star Wars

Verily, A New Hope

by Doescher, Ian

Book - 2013

A witty retelling of "Star Wars" in the style of Shakespeare. A witty retelling of "Star Wars" in the style of Shakespeare. Show less

A witty retelling of "Star Wars" in the style of Shakespeare. A witty retelling of "Star Wars" in the style of Shakespeare. Show less

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StarTalk

StarTalk

Everything You Ever Need to Know About Space Travel, Sci-fi, the Human Race, the Universe, and Beyond

Book - 2016

This illustrated companion to Neil deGrasse Tyson’s popular podcast and National Geographic Channel TV show is an eye-opening journey for anyone curious about the complexities of our universe. This illustrated companion to Neil deGrasse Tyson’s popular podcast and National Geographic Channel TV show is an eye-opening journey for anyone curious about the complexities of our universe. Show less

This illustrated companion to Neil deGrasse Tyson’s popular podcast and National Geographic Channel TV show is an eye-opening journey for anyone curious about the complexities of our universe. This illustrated companion to Neil deGrasse Tyson’s popular podcast and National Geographic Channel TV show is an eye-opening journey for anyone curious about the complexities of our universe. Show less

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Spaceships

Spaceships

An Illustrated History of the Real and the Imagined

by Miller, Ron

Book - 2016

Ron Miller shows that when it comes to manned spacecraft, art actually does imitate life and, even more bizarrely, life imitates art. Ron Miller shows that when it comes to manned spacecraft, art actually does imitate life and, even more bizarrely, life imitates art. Show less

Ron Miller shows that when it comes to manned spacecraft, art actually does imitate life and, even more bizarrely, life imitates art. Ron Miller shows that when it comes to manned spacecraft, art actually does imitate life and, even more bizarrely, life imitates art. Show less

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Packing for Mars

Packing for Mars

The Curious Science of Life in the Void

by Roach, Mary

Book - 2010

From the space shuttle training toilet to a crash test of NASA’s new space capsule, Mary Roach takes us on an entertaining trip into the science of life in space and space on Earth. From the space shuttle training toilet to a crash test of NASA’s new space capsule, Mary Roach takes us on an entertaining trip into the science of life in space and space on Earth. Show less

From the space shuttle training toilet to a crash test of NASA’s new space capsule, Mary Roach takes us on an entertaining trip into the science of life in space and space on Earth. From the space shuttle training toilet to a crash test of NASA’s new space capsule, Mary Roach takes us on an entertaining trip into the science of life in space and space on Earth. Show less

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The Glass Universe

The Glass Universe

How the Ladies of the Harvard Observatory Took the Measure of the Stars

by Sobel, Dava

Book - 2016

The hidden history of the women whose contributions to the burgeoning field of astronomy forever changed our understanding of the stars and our place in the universe. The hidden history of the women whose contributions to the burgeoning field of astronomy forever changed our understanding of the stars and our place in the universe. Show less

The hidden history of the women whose contributions to the burgeoning field of astronomy forever changed our understanding of the stars and our place in the universe. The hidden history of the women whose contributions to the burgeoning field of astronomy forever changed our understanding of the stars and our place in the universe. Show less

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