Comet

: A classic adventure following a group of people who are whisked away from Earth by a passing comet, traveling through the solar system before eventually returning. Children's Stories

: A poignant picture book about a girl named Nyla who moves from the countryside to the city. She feels lost until she sees a comet fall, which helps her find a way to connect her old home with her new one. Details and artwork previews are available on Flying Eye Books . : A classic adventure following a group of

: A foundational Afrofuturist short story where a comet strike releases toxic gases, seemingly killing everyone in New York City except Jim, a Black man, and Julia, a wealthy white woman. The story explores race and class as the two must rely on each other to survive in what they believe is a new world. You can find the text in anthologies like Dark Matter on Amazon or read reviews on Black Girl Nerds . Details and artwork previews are available on Flying

: This novel depicts a comet that changes Earth's atmosphere, leading to a sudden global "exaltation" that brings about world peace and universal goodwill. You can find the text in anthologies like

There are several famous stories about comets, ranging from early Afrofuturist science fiction to modern children's tales of connection and scientific discoveries about interstellar travelers. Literary Fiction