The Expanse is a series of science fiction novels by James S. A. Corey, the joint pen name of authors Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck. The first novel, Leviathan Wakes, was nominated for the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 2012. The complete series was nominated for the Hugo Award for Best Series in 2017.

Is The Expanse based on a book?

The Expanse is based on the novel series of the same name by James S. A. Corey, a pen name of the authors Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck, who also serve as writers and producers for the show.

Do you need to read The Expanse books in order?

The Expanse Universe really starts with the first novel, Leviathan Wakes. That said, if you want to read the series in a chronological order, better start with the prequels. ... In the end, all the short stories and novella are optionals.