Description
THEY CAME FROM OUTER SPACE 12 Classic Science Fiction Tales That Became Major Motion Pictures 2026 Edition
2026 Edition. 286 pages. Full color. Digest size (5.5″ x 8.5″).
$24.99
They’re here.
The stories that inspired The Thing. 2001: A Space Odyssey. The Fly. The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms. The Day the Earth Stood Still. Invasion of the Saucer Men. This Island Earth. Target Earth. Dr. Cyclops. The Tenth Victim. Death Race 2000. A Boy and His Dog.
For decades, these tales have shaped science fiction cinema. Now they’re collected in one definitive volume—updated, expanded, and presented in full color for the first time.
Inside This Edition
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| 12 Classic Stories | Ray Bradbury. Arthur C. Clarke. Harlan Ellison. John W. Campbell Jr. And more. |
| Film Connections | Every story paired with the movie it inspired. |
| Full-Color Photo Sections | Rare images from the films. Behind-the-scenes. Production stills. |
| New Introductions | Context for each story. The history. The legacy. |
| Updated Filmographies | Complete credits for every film. |
Featuring
| Author | Story | Film |
|---|---|---|
| Ray Bradbury | The Fog Horn | The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms |
| Arthur C. Clarke | The Sentinel | 2001: A Space Odyssey |
| Harlan Ellison | A Boy and His Dog | A Boy and His Dog |
| John W. Campbell Jr. | Who Goes There? | The Thing |
| George Langelaan | The Fly | The Fly |
| Harry Bates | Farewell to the Master | The Day the Earth Stood Still |
| And more |
What Readers Are Saying
“An essential collection for anyone who loves science fiction cinema.”
— Library Journal
“The definitive guide to the stories that shaped the genre.”
— Film Threat
“A beautiful book. Full color. Full history. Full heart.”
— Space Monsters
Signed Copies
Available exclusively through Oblivion Trading Post. Each copy signed by 2026 edition editor Jason Brazeal.
