What are the most fun science fiction series?

There are many great stand-alone fun science fiction books, but what about series? Connected stories that stay lighthearted while tackling serious situations. What’s the first book in that series people should start with?

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#1 of 6 in The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

ByDouglas Adams

30 • 2,887 Readers • 215 pages • 4.2

#1 of 7 in The Murderbot Diaries

All Systems Red

ByMartha Wells

2017 • 2,197 Readers • 90 pages • 4.1

#2 of 7 in Vorkosigan Omnibus

Young Miles

ByLois McMaster Bujold

1997 • 15 Readers • 827 pages • 3.8

#1 of 5 in Bobiverse

We Are Legion

ByDennis E. Taylor

2016 • 738 Readers • 9h 31m • 4.2

#1 of 13 in The Chronicles of St Mary's

Just One Damned Thing After Another

ByJodi Taylor

2013 • 210 Readers • 480 pages • 3.5

#1 of 4 in Wayfarers

The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet

ByBecky Chambers

2014 • 1,222 Readers • 518 pages • 4.1

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What are the most fun science fiction series?