Neal Asher

Neal Asher

Neal Asher is a name that rings out in the world of science fiction, particularly for those who crave gripping, high-concept stories filled with complex characters, advanced technology, and an exploration of the darker side of human nature. Asher’s writing has cemented his reputation as one of the most innovative voices in contemporary sci-fi, especially with his Polity series, a sweeping narrative that spans galaxies, alien races, and an ever-expanding vision of what humanity might become. His works are often a blend of hard science fiction, political intrigue, and the kind of action that makes readers’ hearts race.

Born in the UK, Neal’s childhood was marked by a fascination with science, technology, and the far-reaching potential of space exploration. His early interests in these subjects were only amplified by his love of speculative fiction, which led him to a career as a writer who could imagine both the wonders and dangers of a future shaped by technology. What makes Asher's writing stand out in the crowded realm of sci-fi is his ability to weave complex, often morally ambiguous characters into mind-bending futuristic landscapes. His books aren't just about the technology or the aliens; they’re about the people who interact with these elements—and the consequences of those interactions.

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Updated 04/10/2025


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Series by Neal Asher

Owner Trilogy (3 books)
Polity Universe (2 books)
- Ian Cormac Series (5 books)
- Spatterjay Series (3 books)
- The Polity Series (4 books)
- Transformation (3 books)
- Rise of the Jain (3 books)
Dark Diamond (1 books)

Speculative Fiction Books

(Dark Diamond #2 / 2)
2025 | science fiction | Release date 2025
(Dark Diamond #1 / 2)
2025 | science fiction
2023 | science fiction, space opera
2022 | science fiction
(Polity Universe #21 / 21)
2021 | science fiction
(Polity Universe)
2020 | science fiction, space opera, short stories
(Rise of the Jain #3 / 3)
2020 | science fiction, space opera
(Rise of the Jain #2 / 3)
2019 | science fiction, space opera
(Rise of the Jain #1 / 3)
2018 | science fiction, space opera
(Transformation #3 / 3)
2017 | science fiction, space opera
(Transformation #2 / 3)
2016 | science fiction, space opera
(Transformation #1 / 3)
2015 | science fiction, space opera
(Owner Trilogy #3 / 3)
2013 | science fiction, space opera
(Owner Trilogy #2 / 3)
2012 | science fiction, space opera
(Owner Trilogy #1 / 3)
2011 | science fiction, space opera
(The Polity Series #4 / 4)
2010 | science fiction, space opera
(Spatterjay Series #3 / 3)
2009 | science fiction, space opera
2008 | science fiction, short stories
(The Polity Series #3 / 4)
2008 | science fiction, space opera
(Ian Cormac Series #5 / 5)
2008 | science fiction, space opera
(The Polity Series #2 / 4)
2007 | science fiction, space opera
(Ian Cormac Series #4 / 5)
2006 | science fiction, space opera
(Spatterjay Series #2 / 3)
2006 | science fiction, space opera
(The Polity Series #1 / 4)
2006 | science fiction, space opera
2006 | science fiction, short stories
(Ian Cormac Series #3 / 5)
2005 | science fiction, space opera
2004 | science fiction
(Ian Cormac Series #2 / 5)
2003 | science fiction, space opera
(Spatterjay Series #1 / 3)
2002 | science fiction, space opera
(Ian Cormac Series #1 / 5)
2001 | science fiction, space opera
2001 | science fiction
1999 | science fiction
1999 | science fiction, short stories
1998 | science fiction, short stories
1996 | science fiction

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