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A Listmania! list by S. Cole "Jamdog" (Halesowen, England)
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Eragon (Inheritance Cycle)
1.  Eragon (Inheritance Cycle) by Christopher Paolini
The list author says:
  "The first in the 'Inheritance Cycle' series, with book 4 out soon.  An amazing series that will have you hooked from the first chapter."
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Battlefield Earth
2.  Battlefield Earth by L. Ron Hubbard
The list author says:
  "A true Sci-Fi masterpiece, simply the greatest book I've ever read, just a shame that John Travolta made it into one of the worst movies ever."
£5.40   Used & New from: £0.79
3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (43 customer reviews)

The Sword of Shannara Trilogy
3.  The Sword of Shannara Trilogy by Terry Brooks
The list author says:
  "A must for all fantasy fans.  Set in the far future, after mankind virtually destroyed the world, and elves and magic entered it.  A great story of Fate and Magic."
£11.04   Used & New from: £0.01
3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)

The Invaders Plan: 1 (Mission Earth Series)
4.  The Invaders Plan: 1 (Mission Earth Series) by L. Ron Hubbard
The list author says:
  "The first in Hubbard's Sci-Fi 'decology' (series of 10 books).  Has some adult themes, so not for kids."
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4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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The Weirdstone Of Brisingamen (Collins Voyager)
5.  The Weirdstone Of Brisingamen (Collins Voyager) by Alan Garner
The list author says:
  "A childhood favourite of mine, along with it's sequel, The Moon of Gomrath.  Non-stop action in this fantasy classic will leave you breathless."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (51 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: Volume One in the Trilogy of Five (Hitchhikers Guide 1)
6.  The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: Volume One in the Trilogy of Five (Hitchhikers Guide 1) by Douglas Adams
The list author says:
  "Douglas Adams' awesome 'trilogy in 5 parts' has now been completed with a 6th book by Eoin Colfer.  A must-have in any library!"
£5.59   Used & New from: £0.69
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (157 customer reviews)

The Player Of Games (The Culture)
7.  The Player Of Games (The Culture) by Iain M. Banks
The list author says:
  "An excellent introduction to the slightly odd world of Iain M Banks (who also writes non-Sci-Fi under the name Iain Banks)"
£4.94   Used & New from: £0.01
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (64 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

The Hobbit
8.  The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien
The list author says:
  "No fantasy book collection would be complete without Lord of the Rings, but I'd recommend reading The Hobbit first..."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (408 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

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Tunnel in the Sky
9.  Tunnel in the Sky by Robert A. Heinlein
The list author says:
  "Truly brilliant Sci-Fi from the creator of Starship Troopers. A teen survival exercise on an alien world goes wrong, leaving them stranded in hostile conditions."
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4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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Reaper Man: (Discworld Novel 11): A Discworld Novel (Discworld Novels)
10.  Reaper Man: (Discworld Novel 11): A Discworld Novel (Discworld Novels) by Terry Pratchett
The list author says:
  "Terry Pratchett has written over 40 excellent Discworld books, but this is one of my favourites!"
£5.59   Used & New from: £0.01
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)

The Great Dune Trilogy: Dune, Dune Messiah, Children of Dune (Gollancz S.F.)
11.  The Great Dune Trilogy: Dune, Dune Messiah, Children of Dune (Gollancz S.F.) by Frank Herbert
The list author says:
  "The first book has been made into movies and TV series, but Frank Herbert and his son, Brian wrote a whole series for you to discover!"
£11.04   Used & New from: £7.14
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

Star Trek New Frontier Omnibus (Star Trek) Books 1, 2, 3 & 4
12.  Star Trek New Frontier Omnibus (Star Trek) Books 1, 2, 3 & 4 by Peter David
The list author says:
  "A Star Trek spin-off that never made it to our screens, but is definitely a must-read for any Star Trek fan."
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3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

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The Day of the Triffids (Penguin Modern Classics)
13.  The Day of the Triffids (Penguin Modern Classics) by John Wyndham
The list author says:
  "The TV series (both of them) never quite did the story justice.  A great classic!"
£6.29   Used & New from: £3.05
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (105 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Journey to the Centre of the Earth (Wordsworth Classics)
14.  Journey to the Centre of the Earth (Wordsworth Classics) by Jules Verne
The list author says:
  "This book needs no introduction, Jules Verne's gripping tale of high-adventure."
£1.99   Used & New from: £0.01
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (51 customer reviews)

The Time Machine (Penguin Classics)
15.  The Time Machine (Penguin Classics) by H.G. Wells
The list author says:
  "A great classic that should be on everyone's bookshelf."
£6.29   Used & New from: £0.01
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (71 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

2001: A Space Odyssey
16.  2001: A Space Odyssey by Sir Arthur C. Clarke
The list author says:
  "2001 is just the first in a series of 4 books covering a 1000 year time span (the others being 2010, 2061 and 3001).  A great read!"
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4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Ringworld (S.F. MASTERWORKS)
17.  Ringworld (S.F. MASTERWORKS) by Larry Niven
The list author says:
  "The first in another great trilogy.  Larry Niven entertains with mind-blowing Sci-fi, but can lack depth."
£5.59   Used & New from: £0.28
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)

Dot Robot
18.  Dot Robot by Jason Bradbury
The list author says:
  "As well a presenting The Gadget Show, Jason Bradbury proves himself to be a great writer with his first in a series of books, with the 3rd due soon."
£5.24   Used & New from: £0.01
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Artemis Fowl
19.  Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer
The list author says:
  "A fabulous story, aimed at young teens, but also enjoyed by adults, which has now extended to over half-a-dozen books..."
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4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (196 customer reviews) | 2 customer discussions

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Double Helix Omnibus (Star Trek: The Next Generation)
20.  Double Helix Omnibus (Star Trek: The Next Generation) by John Gregory Betancourt
The list author says:
  "A great 6-book series in one volume, spanning classic Star-Trek through TNG and DS9 to Voyager and even including the New Frontier series (see above)"
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The Princess Bride
21.  The Princess Bride by William Goldman
The list author says:
  "If you liked the movie, you'll LOVE the book!"
£5.59   Used & New from: £0.01
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (78 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

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