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by John Scalzi
3.92012320 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a clever and affectionate tone that will resonate with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy fans.
10 Best Books Like The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
If you loved The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy are:
- 1Redshirts by John Scalzi3.9
- 2To Say Nothing of the Dog by Connie Willis4.1
- 3The Martian by Andy Weir0
- 4The Mercy of Gods by James S. A. Corey4.5Series starter
- 5Space Opera by Catherynne M. Valente3.9
- 6Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) by A.K. DuBoff4.3#1
- 7Operation Bounce House by Matt Dinniman4.1
- 8Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson0#1
- 9Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card0
- 10Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr4.2
When Earth is demolished to make way for a hyperspace bypass, Arthur Dent escapes with his alien friend Ford Prefect and discovers the universe is far more absurd than he imagined
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2
by Connie Willis
4.11997493 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a warm and witty tone that will resonate with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy fans.
3
by Andy Weir
02014
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a optimistic and humorous tone that will resonate with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy fans.
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The Mercy of Gods
Start of The Captive's War seriesby James S. A. Corey
4.52024
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a tense and cerebral tone that will resonate with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy fans.
5
by Catherynne M. Valente
3.92018294 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a absurdist yet tender tone that will resonate with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy fans.
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Stranded (Starship of the Ancients)
Starship of the Ancients #1 (works standalone)by A.K. DuBoff
4.32025419 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a tense and methodical tone that will resonate with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy fans.
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by Matt Dinniman
4.12026448 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a dark and visceral tone that will resonate with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy fans.
8
Red Mars
Mars #1 (works standalone)by Kim Stanley Robinson
02003640 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a cerebral and contemplative tone that will resonate with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy fans.
9
by Orson Scott Card
02004
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a haunting and philosophical tone that will resonate with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy fans.
10
by Anthony Doerr
4.22021641 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a melancholy but hopeful tone that will resonate with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redshirts | John Scalzi | 3.9 | 2012 | 320 | Closest match |
| To Say Nothing of the Dog | Connie Willis | 4.1 | 1997 | 493 | Similar vibes |
| The Martian | Andy Weir | 0 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Mercy of Gods📚 Series starter | James S. A. Corey | 4.5 | 2024 | — | Start a new series |
| Space Opera | Catherynne M. Valente | 3.9 | 2018 | 294 | 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 |
| Red Mars | Kim Stanley Robinson | 0 | 2003 | 640 | Similar vibes |
| Ender's Game | Orson Scott Card | 0 | 2004 | — | Similar vibes |
| Cloud Cuckoo Land | Anthony Doerr | 4.2 | 2021 | 641 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?
The most similar books to The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy are Redshirts, To Say Nothing of the Dog, The Martian.
What should I read after The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?
After finishing The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, readers most commonly pick up Redshirts next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Douglas Adams, such as The Long Dark Tea-Time Of The Soul.
Who writes books like Douglas Adams?
Authors similar to Douglas Adams include Terry Pratchett.
What genre is The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is a Science Fiction novel by Douglas Adams, published in 1979. It features elements of Fish Out of Water, Comedy, Reluctant Hero.
How long is The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is 169 pages long.
About The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Thirty years of celebrating the comic genius of Douglas Adams… On 12 October 1979 the most remarkable book ever to come out of the great publishing corporations of Ursa Minor (and Earth) was made available to humanity - The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. It’s an ordinary Thursday lunchtime for Arthur Dent until his house gets demolished. The Earth follows shortly afterwards to make way for a new hyperspace bypass and his best friend has just announced that he’s an alien. At this moment, they’re hurtling through space with nothing but their towels and an innocuous-looking book inscribed with the big, friendly words: DON’T PANIC. The weekend has only just begun… Volume one in the trilogy of five