Over 100 vintage science fiction paperbacks — the mass-market paperbacks that shaped a generation of readers. These pocket-sized editions from the 1950s through the 1970s feature some of the most iconic cover art in publishing history, with illustrations by legendary artists like Kelly Freas, Ed Emshwiller, and Richard Powers.

Authors include Isaac Asimov, Robert Heinlein, Frederik Pohl, Keith Laumer, Theodore Sturgeon, Alfred Bester, and dozens more. Many of these editions are first printings with original cover art — the kind of thing you won’t find in a modern reprint.

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The Wall Around the World – Cogswell (1962 Pyramid PB)The Wall Around the World – Cogswell (1962 Pyramid PB)
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The Wall Around the World – Cogswell (1962 Pyramid PB)

$14.00

The Wall Around the World by Theodore R. Cogswell -- 1962 Pyramid first edition. 10 stories, introductions by Boucher & Pohl. Cover art by Schoenherr.

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The Wall Around the World – Cogswell (1962 Pyramid PB)

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The Wall Around the World by Theodore R. Cogswell -- 1962 Pyramid first edition. 10 stories, introductions by Boucher & Pohl. Cover art by Schoenherr.

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Edited by John W. Campbell, Jr “Selected Stories from The Astounding Science Fiction Anthology” Vintage Paperback 1967Edited by John W. Campbell, Jr “Selected Stories from The Astounding Science Fiction Anthology” Vintage Paperback 1967
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Edited by John W. Campbell, Jr “Selected Stories from The Astounding Science Fiction Anthology” Vintage Paperback 1967

$15.00
Curated by the legendary editor John W. Campbell, Jr., this anthological treasure trove features genre-defining masterpieces from the Golden Age of Sci-Fi. It includes Isaac Asimov's monumental "Nightfall," Murray Leinster's "First Contact," and historic works by Clifford D. Simak and A.E. van Vogt. Boasting an iconic surrealist cover by Richard Powers, this volume is an essential piece of history for any serious speculative fiction collector.
Edited by John W. Campbell, Jr “Selected Stories from The Astounding Science Fiction Anthology” Vintage Paperback 1967Edited by John W. Campbell, Jr “Selected Stories from The Astounding Science Fiction Anthology” Vintage Paperback 1967
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Edited by John W. Campbell, Jr “Selected Stories from The Astounding Science Fiction Anthology” Vintage Paperback 1967

$15.00
Curated by the legendary editor John W. Campbell, Jr., this anthological treasure trove features genre-defining masterpieces from the Golden Age of Sci-Fi. It includes Isaac Asimov's monumental "Nightfall," Murray Leinster's "First Contact," and historic works by Clifford D. Simak and A.E. van Vogt. Boasting an iconic surrealist cover by Richard Powers, this volume is an essential piece of history for any serious speculative fiction collector.
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Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth “Search the Sky” First Edition Vintage Paperback 1954Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth “Search the Sky” First Edition Vintage Paperback 1954
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Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth “Search the Sky” First Edition Vintage Paperback 1954

$30.00
A classic satirical space voyage written by the legendary powerhouse duo of Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth. This novel explores a declining galactic empire where isolated colony planets have devolved into bizarre, dysfunctional societies. Featuring a brilliantly surreal cover by Richard Powers, this is a cornerstone piece of mid-century social science fiction.
Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth “Search the Sky” First Edition Vintage Paperback 1954Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth “Search the Sky” First Edition Vintage Paperback 1954
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Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth “Search the Sky” First Edition Vintage Paperback 1954

$30.00
A classic satirical space voyage written by the legendary powerhouse duo of Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth. This novel explores a declining galactic empire where isolated colony planets have devolved into bizarre, dysfunctional societies. Featuring a brilliantly surreal cover by Richard Powers, this is a cornerstone piece of mid-century social science fiction.
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Out of the Mouth of the Dragon — Geston — Ace 1969Out of the Mouth of the Dragon — Geston — Ace 1969
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Out of the Mouth of the Dragon — Geston — Ace 1969

$16.00

Out of the Mouth of the Dragon by Mark S. Geston — Post-apocalyptic SF novel set in a decaying world of lost technology. Ace Books, 1969. Cover art by John Schoenherr.

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Out of the Mouth of the Dragon — Geston — Ace 1969

$16.00

Out of the Mouth of the Dragon by Mark S. Geston — Post-apocalyptic SF novel set in a decaying world of lost technology. Ace Books, 1969. Cover art by John Schoenherr.

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Frontiers in Space — Bantam #1328, 1955Frontiers in Space — Bantam #1328, 1955
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Frontiers in Space — Bantam #1328, 1955

$17.00

Frontiers in Space (Bleiler & Dikty, Bantam 1955) — 14 Golden Age SF stories incl. "To Serve Man" and Bradbury's "The Fox in the Forest."

Frontiers in Space — Bantam #1328, 1955Frontiers in Space — Bantam #1328, 1955
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Frontiers in Space — Bantam #1328, 1955

$17.00

Frontiers in Space (Bleiler & Dikty, Bantam 1955) — 14 Golden Age SF stories incl. "To Serve Man" and Bradbury's "The Fox in the Forest."

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Keith Laumer “Envoy to New Worlds” Vintage Hardcover 1960Keith Laumer “Envoy to New Worlds” Vintage Hardcover 1960
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Keith Laumer “Envoy to New Worlds” Vintage Hardcover 1960

$17.00
The very first book to introduce the iconic interstellar diplomat Jame Retief to the science fiction public. Keith Laumer draws on his own real-world diplomatic experience to craft a sharp, action-packed satire of international relations set against a colorful galactic backdrop. This classic Ace Books edition is a must-have first-in-series volume for vintage sci-fi collectors.
Keith Laumer “Envoy to New Worlds” Vintage Hardcover 1960Keith Laumer “Envoy to New Worlds” Vintage Hardcover 1960
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Keith Laumer “Envoy to New Worlds” Vintage Hardcover 1960

$17.00
The very first book to introduce the iconic interstellar diplomat Jame Retief to the science fiction public. Keith Laumer draws on his own real-world diplomatic experience to craft a sharp, action-packed satire of international relations set against a colorful galactic backdrop. This classic Ace Books edition is a must-have first-in-series volume for vintage sci-fi collectors.
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Count Zero by William Gibson — Ace SF 1st PB 1987Count Zero by William Gibson — Ace SF 1st PB 1987
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Count Zero by William Gibson — Ace SF 1st PB 1987

$30.00
Count Zero by William Gibson (Ace Science Fiction, 1987) -- first paperback edition of the cyberpunk classic, second novel in the Sprawl Trilogy after Neuromancer.
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Count Zero by William Gibson — Ace SF 1st PB 1987

$30.00
Count Zero by William Gibson (Ace Science Fiction, 1987) -- first paperback edition of the cyberpunk classic, second novel in the Sprawl Trilogy after Neuromancer.
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Star Trek 3 Vintage paperback Short story anthology based TV seriesStar Trek 3 Vintage paperback Short story anthology based TV series
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Star Trek 3 Vintage paperback Short story anthology based TV series

$16.00
This is "very good" or better vintage paperback published circa 1972, 60 cent cover price. Spine has a thin crease but is solid and square.
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Star Trek 3 Vintage paperback Short story anthology based TV series

$16.00
This is "very good" or better vintage paperback published circa 1972, 60 cent cover price. Spine has a thin crease but is solid and square.
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Andre Norton “Galactic Derelict” Vintage Paperback 1959Andre Norton “Galactic Derelict” Vintage Paperback 1959
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Andre Norton “Galactic Derelict” Vintage Paperback 1959

$15.00
An essential piece of mid-century space opera history, Andre Norton’s *Galactic Derelict* is the thrilling second installment of her celebrated *Forerunner* series. Blending archaeological mystery with cosmic exploration, this vintage paperback features stunning cover art and showcases Norton's pioneer status as one of the definitive queens of early science fiction. A must-have for classic sci-fi collectors and enthusiasts of golden-age planetary romance.
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Andre Norton “Galactic Derelict” Vintage Paperback 1959

$15.00
An essential piece of mid-century space opera history, Andre Norton’s *Galactic Derelict* is the thrilling second installment of her celebrated *Forerunner* series. Blending archaeological mystery with cosmic exploration, this vintage paperback features stunning cover art and showcases Norton's pioneer status as one of the definitive queens of early science fiction. A must-have for classic sci-fi collectors and enthusiasts of golden-age planetary romance.
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Otis Adelbert Kline “The Outlaws of Mars” Vintage Paperback 1961Otis Adelbert Kline “The Outlaws of Mars” Vintage Paperback 1961
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Otis Adelbert Kline “The Outlaws of Mars” Vintage Paperback 1961

$18.00
Otis Adelbert Kline’s thrilling *The Outlaws of Mars* remains a high watermark in the classic planetary romance tradition popularized by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Originally serialized in *Argosy Weekly* in 1933, this planetary adventure delivers mind-swapping, exotic alien beasts, and high-stakes swordplay on the Red Planet. This incredibly clean copy is ideal for collectors of vintage Martian sci-fi and classic mid-century paperbacks.
Otis Adelbert Kline “The Outlaws of Mars” Vintage Paperback 1961Otis Adelbert Kline “The Outlaws of Mars” Vintage Paperback 1961
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Otis Adelbert Kline “The Outlaws of Mars” Vintage Paperback 1961

$18.00
Otis Adelbert Kline’s thrilling *The Outlaws of Mars* remains a high watermark in the classic planetary romance tradition popularized by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Originally serialized in *Argosy Weekly* in 1933, this planetary adventure delivers mind-swapping, exotic alien beasts, and high-stakes swordplay on the Red Planet. This incredibly clean copy is ideal for collectors of vintage Martian sci-fi and classic mid-century paperbacks.
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Fritz Leiber The Big Time Mind Spider Ace Double 1961Fritz Leiber The Big Time Mind Spider Ace Double 1961
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Fritz Leiber The Big Time Mind Spider Ace Double 1961

$17.00

Ace Double D-491: Hugo-winning Change War novel paired with a story collection (1961). First book publication. Ed Emshwiller covers.

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Fritz Leiber The Big Time Mind Spider Ace Double 1961

$17.00

Ace Double D-491: Hugo-winning Change War novel paired with a story collection (1961). First book publication. Ed Emshwiller covers.

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