Larry Niven
American science fiction writer known for his hard science fiction, particularly the Ringworld series. Born Laurence van Cott Niven in 1938, he is famous for creating the Known Space universe and won multiple Hugo and Nebula awards. His works often explore big scientific concepts like neutron stars, black holes, and megastructures.
Larry Niven Series in Order
Ringworld
Hugo and Nebula award-winning series about a massive artificial ring structure orbiting a star. The Ringworld has the surface area of three million Earths and is home to countless species. The series explores themes of evolution, engineering on a cosmic scale, and the rise and fall of civilizations.
Known Space
A future history of human and alien civilizations spanning thousands of years. Features numerous alien species including the warlike Kzinti, the cowardly Puppeteers, and the mysterious Outsiders. Many of Niven's novels and stories are set in this universe.
Reading Larry Niven Books in Order
Why Read in Order?
- →Characters grow and change across books
- →Plot threads connect between stories
- →Later books reference earlier events
Getting Started
Pick any series that interests you and start with book one.
Each Larry Niven series stands alone. No need to read other series first. The lists above show the exact reading order.
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