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A. Bertram Chandler

Bestselling Author • 10 Series • 67 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books
Start with: Rendezvous on a Lost World (1961)
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Publication Order of Derek Calver Adventures Books
Start with: The Rim of Space (1961)
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Publication Order of Grimes in the Rim World Books
Start with: Into the Alternate Universe (1964)

About A. Bertram Chandler

A. Bertram Chandler was one of the highly renowned authors from Britain, who used to like writing science fiction novels. He was a British-Australian and very popular in the science fiction world. Chandler was born on March 28, 1912; and died on June 6, 1984. In addition to writing under his own name, he used to make use of a number of pen names as well. Some of his popular pen names include George Whitely, S.H.M, Andrew Dunstan, etc. Author Chandler was born as Arthur Bertram Chandler in Aldershot, Hampshire, England. He chose the profession of Merchant Navy and worked as a marine officer for many years. Chandler sailed through the world in all types of ships, starting from the tramp steamer up to the troop ships. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books series, A. Bertram Chandler has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by A. Bertram Chandler

Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books
15 books 1961–2004
1

Rendezvous on a Lost World

Rendezvous on a Lost World continues the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1961
2

The Deep Reaches of Space

The Deep Reaches of Space is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1967
3

Catch the Star Winds

Catch the Star Winds is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1969
4

The Far Traveler

The Far Traveler continues the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1977
5

To Keep the Ship

To Keep the Ship continues the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1978
6

Matilda's Stepchildren

Matilda's Stepchildren is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1979
7

Star Loot

Star Loot continues the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1980
8

The Anarch Lords

The Anarch Lords is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1981
9

The Wild Ones

The Wild Ones continues the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1984
10

The Last Amazon

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books with The Last Amazon, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1984
11

Tramp Captain

Tramp Captain continues the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
12

Lieutenant Of The Survey Service

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books with Lieutenant Of The Survey Service, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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2000
13

Survey Captain

Survey Captain is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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2002
14

Rim Runner

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books with Rim Runner, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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2004
15

Reserve Commodore

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books with Reserve Commodore, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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2004
Publication Order of Derek Calver Adventures Books
2 books 1961–1963
1

The Rim of Space

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Derek Calver Adventures Books with The Rim of Space, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1961
2

The Ship from Outside

The Ship from Outside continues the Publication Order of Derek Calver Adventures Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1963
Publication Order of Grimes in the Rim World Books
7 books 1964–1981
1

Into the Alternate Universe

Into the Alternate Universe continues the Publication Order of Grimes in the Rim World Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1964
2

Contraband from Otherspace

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Grimes in the Rim World Books with Contraband from Otherspace, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1967
3

The Rim Gods

The Rim Gods is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Grimes in the Rim World Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1968
4

The Dark Dimensions

The Dark Dimensions continues the Publication Order of Grimes in the Rim World Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1971
5

Gateway to Never

Gateway to Never continues the Publication Order of Grimes in the Rim World Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1972
6

The Way Back

The Way Back is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Grimes in the Rim World Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1978
7

The Commodore at Sea / Alternate Orbits

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Grimes in the Rim World Books with The Commodore at Sea / Alternate Orbits, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1981
Publication Order of Empress Books
3 books 1965–1969
1

Empress of Outer Space

Empress of Outer Space continues the Publication Order of Empress Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1965
2

Space Mercenaries

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Empress Books with Space Mercenaries, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1965
3

Nebula Alert

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Empress Books with Nebula Alert, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1969
Publication Order of Grimes in Federation Service Books
7 books 1967–1977
1

The Road To The Rim

The Road To The Rim continues the Publication Order of Grimes in Federation Service Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1967
2

False Fatherland / Spartan Planet

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Grimes in Federation Service Books with False Fatherland / Spartan Planet, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1968
3

To Prime the Pump

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Grimes in Federation Service Books with To Prime the Pump, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1971
4

The Inheritors

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Grimes in Federation Service Books with The Inheritors, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1972
5

The Big Black Mark

The Big Black Mark is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Grimes in Federation Service Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1975
6

The Broken Cycle

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Grimes in Federation Service Books with The Broken Cycle, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1975
7

Star Courier

Star Courier is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Grimes in Federation Service Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1977
Publication Order of John Grimes Saga Books
5 books 2011–2014
1

To the Galactic Rim

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of John Grimes Saga Books with To the Galactic Rim, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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2011
2

First Command

First Command continues the Publication Order of John Grimes Saga Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
3

Galactic Courier

Galactic Courier continues the Publication Order of John Grimes Saga Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
4

Ride the Star Winds

Ride the Star Winds continues the Publication Order of John Grimes Saga Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
5

Upon a Sea of Stars

Upon a Sea of Stars continues the Publication Order of John Grimes Saga Books story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
9 books 1961–1985
1

Bring Back Yesterday

Bring Back Yesterday continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1961
2

The Hamelin Plague

The Hamelin Plague continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1963
3

The Coils of Time

The Coils of Time is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1964
4

Glory Planet

Glory Planet continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1964
5

The Alternate Martians

The Alternate Martians continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1965
6

The Sea Beasts

The Sea Beasts is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1971
7

When the Dream Dies

When the Dream Dies is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1981
8

Frontier of the Dark

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Frontier of the Dark, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1984
9

Kelly Country

Kelly Country is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1985
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
3 books 1945–2011
1

Giant Killer

A gripping mystery unfolds in Giant Killer as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series showcases A. Bertram Chandler's mastery of suspense.

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1945
2

Wet Paint

Wet Paint is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1959
3

Raiders of the Solar Frontier

Raiders of the Solar Frontier is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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2011
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
3 books 1963–2015
1

Beyond the Galactic Rim

Beyond the Galactic Rim is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1963
2

The Hard Way Up

The Hard Way Up continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1972
3

Up to the Sky in Ships

Up to the Sky in Ships is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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2015
Publication Order of Anthologies
13 books 1946–2016
1

Astounding Science Fiction, February 1946

Astounding Science Fiction, February 1946 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1946
2

The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, Fall 1950

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, Fall 1950, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1950
3

Science Fiction Vol. 9 No. 25

Science Fiction Vol. 9 No. 25 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1957
4

The Waters Under the Earth

The Waters Under the Earth continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1958
5

The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, May 1959

The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, May 1959 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1959
6

Great Short Novels of Science Fiction

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Great Short Novels of Science Fiction, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1970
7

SF Authors' Choice 2

SF Authors' Choice 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of A. Bertram Chandler have come to expect.

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1970
8

Galaxy Magazine, March 1971

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Galaxy Magazine, March 1971, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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1971
9

The Astounding-Analog Reader, Book Two

The Astounding-Analog Reader, Book Two continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1973
10

Other Worlds

Other Worlds continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1978
11

The Best Australian Science Fiction

The Best Australian Science Fiction continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
12

Worst Contact

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Worst Contact, another outstanding contribution from A. Bertram Chandler.

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2016
13

Out of this World Adventures, July 1950

Out of this World Adventures, July 1950 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with A. Bertram Chandler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is A. Bertram Chandler?

A. Bertram Chandler is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 67 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books, Publication Order of Derek Calver Adventures Books, Publication Order of Grimes in the Rim World Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best A. Bertram Chandler series to start with?

For readers new to A. Bertram Chandler's work, the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 15 books. Begin with Rendezvous on a Lost World to start from the very beginning.

How many books has A. Bertram Chandler written?

A. Bertram Chandler has written over 67 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read A. Bertram Chandler books in order?

Yes, reading A. Bertram Chandler's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does A. Bertram Chandler write in?

A. Bertram Chandler writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 67 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are A. Bertram Chandler's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of A. Bertram Chandler's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is A. Bertram Chandler's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, A. Bertram Chandler's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Commander Grimes Books series. The first book, Rendezvous on a Lost World, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.