The book 'A Boy and His Dog' is very popular. It has been around for a long time and is well - known for its unique take on the relationship between a human and a dog in a science - fiction setting. The telepathic connection between the boy and the dog adds an interesting twist.
I think 'Dog Star' is also popular. It has an engaging plot where the dog is not just a side character but an important part of the story. The way the story unfolds with the dog at the center of the science - fictional events draws in a lot of readers.
A popular dog fiction book is 'Shiloh'. It focuses on a boy who finds an abused dog named Shiloh. The boy tries to protect Shiloh from his cruel owner and it shows themes of kindness, courage, and the power of love for animals.
Definitely 'Call of the Wild' and 'White Fang' by Jack London are among the most popular. They both explore different aspects of sled dogs in the Yukon. 'Call of the Wild' focuses more on the dog's journey into the wild from a domestic life, while 'White Fang' looks at a wild - born animal's interaction with humans and sled dog teams. Also, 'Stone Fox' is popular, especially among younger readers as it has an exciting plot involving a sled dog race.
Another popular one is 'The Call of the Wild'. Buck, the dog in the story, is a central character. It's set during the Klondike Gold Rush and shows Buck's transformation from a domestic dog to a wild one. It's a great exploration of the dog's nature in a fictional setting.
Popular books about dog fiction are 'Old Yeller'. It's a classic that has been loved for generations for its portrayal of a boy and his dog's relationship. 'Sounder' is also popular as it tells a poignant story where the dog is an important part of a family's struggle. 'My Dog Skip' is well - liked as it's a very personal and heartwarming account of a man's relationship with his dog.
'Gateway' is also very popular. Its exploration of human nature in the face of the unknown, along with the unique setting of the alien space station, has attracted a large number of readers. People are drawn to the mystery of the ships and the potential for discovery, as well as the well - developed characters.
'Wool' by Hugh Howey was quite popular too. It's set in a post - apocalyptic silo, and the mystery and the characters' struggles within that confined space were really engaging for readers. The story gradually unfolds, revealing more about the world outside the silo as it progresses, which kept readers hooked.
I'm not sure which ones are the most popular exactly, but 'Snow Crash' by Neal Stephenson is often highly regarded. It's set in a future where the world has been transformed by a new form of technology and virtual reality, and it has a really unique and engaging plot.
I'm not entirely sure which ones were the most popular, but 'Doomsday Book' was widely talked about. It had an interesting premise of time - traveling historians.
Another popular one could be 'The Uplift War'. It was part of a well - known series and had a lot of fans who were into the idea of the uplift concept, where lower species are 'uplifted' to sentience by higher ones. It had exciting battles and interesting alien species interactions.
Another popular one might be 'The Uplift War' by David Brin. It's part of a series and in 1989 it was attracting a lot of attention for its unique take on the evolution of intelligent species and the politics between them.