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This LGBTQIA+ science fiction shares similar mood: adventurous that will resonate with Space Opera fans.
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The best books like Space Opera are:
- 1This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar4.3
- 2Winter's Orbit by Everina Maxwell0
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- 5Redshirts by John Scalzi3.9
- 6To Say Nothing of the Dog by Connie Willis4.1
- 7Operation Bounce House by Matt Dinniman4.1
- 8Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson4.3
- 9The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams0
- 10The Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi0
When humanity faces extinction, their only chance for survival is winning an intergalactic Eurovision-style song competition
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This science fiction shares a optimistic and clever tone that will resonate with Space Opera fans.
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This science fiction shares a clever and affectionate tone that will resonate with Space Opera fans.
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This science fiction shares a satirical and cerebral tone that will resonate with Space Opera fans.
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This science fiction shares a absurdist and irreverent tone that will resonate with Space Opera fans.
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Quick Comparison: Books Like Space Opera
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This Is How You Lose the Time War | Amal El-Mohtar | 4.3 | 2019 | — | Closest match |
| Winter's Orbit | Everina Maxwell | 0 | 2021 | — | Similar vibes |
| Project Hail Mary | Andy Weir | 4.5 | 2021 | 476 | Similar vibes |
| The Martian | Andy Weir | 0 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| Redshirts | John Scalzi | 3.9 | 2012 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| To Say Nothing of the Dog | Connie Willis | 4.1 | 1997 | 493 | Similar vibes |
| Operation Bounce House | Matt Dinniman | 4.1 | 2026 | 448 | Similar vibes |
| Snow Crash | Neal Stephenson | 4.3 | 2000 | 440 | Similar vibes |
| The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy | Douglas Adams | 0 | 1979 | 169 | Similar vibes |
| The Kaiju Preservation Society | John Scalzi | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Space Opera?
The most similar books to Space Opera are This Is How You Lose the Time War, Winter's Orbit, Project Hail Mary.
What should I read after Space Opera?
After finishing Space Opera, readers most commonly pick up This Is How You Lose the Time War next.
Who writes books like Catherynne M. Valente?
Authors similar to Catherynne M. Valente include Douglas Adams, Terry Pratchett.
What genre is Space Opera?
Space Opera is a Science Fiction novel by Catherynne M. Valente, published in 2018. It features elements of Competition, Comedy, First Contact.
How long is Space Opera?
Space Opera is 294 pages long.
About Space Opera
When humanity faces extinction, their only chance for survival is winning an intergalactic Eurovision-style song competition. Valente delivers a wildly imaginative space opera that combines Douglas Adams-style humor with genuine heart and spectacular worldbuilding. This standalone novel celebrates music, art, and the absurd beauty of existence while satirizing competition culture. Perfect for readers who enjoy comedic sci-fi, unique concepts, and stories that find profound meaning in the most ridiculous circumstances.