10 Best Books Like Foundation
If you loved Foundation by Isaac Asimov, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like Foundation are:
- 1Winter's Orbit by Everina Maxwell0
- 2Scythe by Neal Shusterman4.6Series starter
- 3The Mercy of Gods by James S. A. Corey4.5Series starter
- 4Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir4.5
- 5The Martian by Andy Weir0
- 6Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) by A.K. DuBoff4.3#1
- 7Operation Bounce House by Matt Dinniman4.1
- 8Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson4.3
- 9This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar4.3
- 10Children of Time by Adrian Tchaikovsky4.6
As the Galactic Empire crumbles, mathematician Hari Seldon develops psychohistory to predict the future and establishes the Foundation to preserve knowledge and shorten the coming dark age
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Detailed Recommendations
Scythe
Start of Arc Of A Scythe seriesby Neal Shusterman
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a thoughtful and unsettling tone that will resonate with Foundation fans.
The Mercy of Gods
Start of The Captive's War seriesby James S. A. Corey
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a tense and cerebral tone that will resonate with Foundation fans.
by Andy Weir
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a optimistic and clever tone that will resonate with Foundation fans.
by Andy Weir
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a optimistic and humorous tone that will resonate with Foundation fans.
Stranded (Starship of the Ancients)
Starship of the Ancients #1 (works standalone)by A.K. DuBoff
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a tense and methodical tone that will resonate with Foundation fans.
by Matt Dinniman
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a dark and visceral tone that will resonate with Foundation fans.
by Neal Stephenson
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a satirical and cerebral tone that will resonate with Foundation fans.
by Amal El-Mohtar
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a lyrical and yearning tone that will resonate with Foundation fans.
by Adrian Tchaikovsky
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a cerebral and awe-inspiring tone that will resonate with Foundation fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Foundation
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter's Orbit | Everina Maxwell | 0 | 2021 | — | Closest match |
| Scythe📚 Series starter | Neal Shusterman | 4.6 | 2017 | 464 | Start a new series |
| The Mercy of Gods📚 Series starter | James S. A. Corey | 4.5 | 2024 | — | Start a new series |
| Project Hail Mary | Andy Weir | 4.5 | 2021 | 476 | Similar vibes |
| The Martian | Andy Weir | 0 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) | A.K. DuBoff | 4.3 | 2025 | 419 | Similar vibes |
| Operation Bounce House | Matt Dinniman | 4.1 | 2026 | 448 | Similar vibes |
| Snow Crash | Neal Stephenson | 4.3 | 2000 | 440 | Similar vibes |
| This Is How You Lose the Time War | Amal El-Mohtar | 4.3 | 2019 | — | Similar vibes |
| Children of Time | Adrian Tchaikovsky | 4.6 | 2023 | 1760 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Foundation?
The most similar books to Foundation are Winter's Orbit, Scythe, The Mercy of Gods.
What should I read after Foundation?
After finishing Foundation, readers most commonly pick up Winter's Orbit next.
Who writes books like Isaac Asimov?
Authors similar to Isaac Asimov include Matt Haig, Andy Weir, John Ringo, Matt Dinniman, A.K. DuBoff.
What genre is Foundation?
Foundation is a Science Fiction novel by Isaac Asimov, published in 2004. It features elements of Galactic Empire, Psychohistory, Future History.
How long is Foundation?
Foundation varies in length depending on edition.
About Foundation
As the Galactic Empire crumbles, mathematician Hari Seldon develops psychohistory to predict the future and establishes the Foundation to preserve knowledge and shorten the coming dark age. Asimov creates one of science fiction's most influential series, introducing concepts that shaped the genre for decades. Winner of the Hugo Award for Best All-Time Series and inspiration for the Apple TV+ adaptation, this classic explores themes of historical cycles, the power of knowledge, and humanity's ability to shape its destiny through science and planning while establishing the template for galactic-scale science fiction storytelling.