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Brian Aldiss

Bestselling Author • 9 Series • 176 Books

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Series
176
Books
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Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: Starswarm (1954)
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Publication Order of The Squire Quartet Books
Start with: Life in the West (1980)
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Publication Order of Helliconia Books
Start with: Helliconia Spring (1982)

About Brian Aldiss

Brian Wilson Aldiss is basically an English writer who was born on the 18th of august 1925. He is an anthology editor and an English writer who is best known for his short stories and science fiction novels. He was married to Margaret Manson from 1965 to 1997 and Olive Fortesque from 1948 to 1965 His Early Life and Career Brian Aldiss father ran a store department that had been established by his grandfather; his whole family lived above that store. He commenced writing stories at the tender age of 3 years. His own mother used to bind the rolls on where he had written the stories before putting them on a shelf. When Aldiss got to the age of 6 years, he was sent to a boarding school in Devon (West Buck-land School). He later on studied at the famous Framingham College. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, Brian Aldiss 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 Brian Aldiss

Publication Order of Horatio Stubbs Books
3 books 1970–1978
1

The Hand-Reared Boy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Horatio Stubbs Books with The Hand-Reared Boy, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1970
2

A Soldier Erect

Conflict and courage define A Soldier Erect, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Horatio Stubbs Books series by Brian Aldiss that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1971
3

A Rude Awakening

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Horatio Stubbs Books with A Rude Awakening, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1978
Publication Order of The Squire Quartet Books
4 books 1980–1994
1

Life in the West

Life in the West continues the Publication Order of The Squire Quartet Books story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1980
2

Forgotten Life

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Squire Quartet Books with Forgotten Life, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1988
3

Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Squire Quartet Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1993
4

Somewhere East of Life

Somewhere East of Life is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Squire Quartet Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1994
Publication Order of Helliconia Books
3 books 1982–1985
1

Helliconia Spring

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Helliconia Books with Helliconia Spring, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1982
2

Helliconia Summer

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Helliconia Books with Helliconia Summer, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1983
3

Helliconia Winter

Helliconia Winter continues the Publication Order of Helliconia Books story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1985
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
36 books 1954–2024
1

Starswarm

Conflict and courage define Starswarm, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Brian Aldiss that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1954
2

The Brightfount Diaries

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1955
3

Non-Stop / Starship

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Non-Stop / Starship, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1958
4

Vanguard From Alpha

Vanguard From Alpha continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1959
5

Bow Down to Nul / The Interpreter

Bow Down to Nul / The Interpreter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1960
6

Hothouse / The Long Afternoon of Earth

Hothouse / The Long Afternoon of Earth continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1961
7

The Male Response

The Male Response continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1961
8

The Primal Urge

The Primal Urge continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1961
9

Dark Light Years

Dark Light Years continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1964
10

Greybeard

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Greybeard, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1964
11

Earthworks

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Earthworks, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1965
12

Cryptozoic! / An Age

Cryptozoic! / An Age is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1967
13

Report on Probability A

Report on Probability A is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1968
14

Barefoot in the Head

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Barefoot in the Head, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1969
15

Neanderthal Planet

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1969
16

Frankenstein Unbound

Frankenstein Unbound continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1973
17

The Eighty-Minute Hour

The Eighty-Minute Hour is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1974
18

Enemies of the System

Enemies of the System is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1978
19

Moreau's Other Island

Moreau's Other Island is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1980
20

An Island Called Moreau

An Island Called Moreau continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1980
21

Tales from the Planet Earth

Tales from the Planet Earth continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1986
22

The Year Before Yesterday / Cracken at Critical

The Year Before Yesterday / Cracken at Critical is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1987
23

Ruins

Ruins is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1988
24

Sex and the Black Machine

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Sex and the Black Machine, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1988
25

Dracula Unbound

Dracula Unbound continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
26

The Cretan Teat

The Cretan Teat is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2001
27

Super State

Super State is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2002
28

Affairs At Hampden Ferrers

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2004
29

Jocasta

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2005
30

Sanity and the Lady

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Sanity and the Lady, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2005
31

Harm

Harm is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2007
32

Walcot

Walcot is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2009
33

Finches of Mars

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Finches of Mars, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2012
34

Comfort Zone

Comfort Zone continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
35

The Malacia Tapestry

The Malacia Tapestry is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2014
36

Hothouse

Hothouse continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2024
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
36 books 1957–2025
1

Space, Time and Nathaniel

Space, Time and Nathaniel continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1957
2

No Time Like Tomorrow

No Time Like Tomorrow continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1959
3

Galaxies Like Grains of Sand / The Canopy of Time

Galaxies Like Grains of Sand / The Canopy of Time is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1959
4

The Airs of Earth

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with The Airs of Earth, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1963
5

The Saliva Tree

The Saliva Tree is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1966
6

Who Can Replace a Man?

Who Can Replace a Man? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1966
7

Intangibles, Inc.: And Other Stories

Intangibles, Inc.: And Other Stories continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1969
8

Intangibles Inc. And Other Stories

Intangibles Inc. And Other Stories continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1969
9

The Moment of Eclipse

The Moment of Eclipse continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1970
10

Comic Inferno / The Book of Brian Aldiss

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Comic Inferno / The Book of Brian Aldiss, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1972
11

Equator

Equator is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1973
12

Brothers of the Head

Brothers of the Head is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1977
13

Last Orders

Last Orders is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1977
14

Pile

Pile is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1979
15

New Arrivals, Old Encounters

New Arrivals, Old Encounters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1979
16

Foreign Bodies

Foreign Bodies continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1981
17

Farewell to a Child

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Farewell to a Child, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1982
18

Seasons in Flight

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Seasons in Flight, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1984
19

A Tupolev Too Far and Other Stories

A Tupolev Too Far and Other Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1986
20

The Magic of the Past

Magic takes center stage in The Magic of the Past, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series that expands the enchanting world created by Brian Aldiss.

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1987
21

Science Fiction Blues

Science Fiction Blues continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
22

Man in His Time

Man in His Time continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1989
23

At the Caligula Hotel

At the Caligula Hotel is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1995
24

The Secret of This Book / Common Clay

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with The Secret of This Book / Common Clay, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1995
25

The God Who Slept With Women

The God Who Slept With Women is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1995
26

Supertoys Last All Summer Long and Other Stories of Future Time

Supertoys Last All Summer Long and Other Stories of Future Time continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
27

The Dark Sun Rises

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with The Dark Sun Rises, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2002
28

Cultural Breaks

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Cultural Breaks, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2005
29

A Prehistory of Mind

A Prehistory of Mind continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
30

Mortal Morning

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Mortal Morning, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2011
31

The Invention of Happiness

The Invention of Happiness continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
32

Songs from the Steppes

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Songs from the Steppes, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2014
33

The Complete Short Stories: The 1950s

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with The Complete Short Stories: The 1950s, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2015
34

The Complete Short Stories: The 1960s (Part 1)

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with The Complete Short Stories: The 1960s (Part 1), another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2015
35

The Complete Short Stories: The 1960s (Part 2)

The Complete Short Stories: The 1960s (Part 2) continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
36

Hello Earth, Are You There?

Hello Earth, Are You There? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2025
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
17 books 1970–2021
1

The Shape of Further Things

The Shape of Further Things is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1970
2

Billion Year Spree

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Billion Year Spree, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1973
3

Science Fiction Art

Science Fiction Art is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1975
4

This World and Nearer Ones

This World and Nearer Ones is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1979
5

Pale Shadow of Science

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Pale Shadow of Science, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1986
6

And the Lurid Glare of the Comet/Articles and Autobiography

And the Lurid Glare of the Comet/Articles and Autobiography is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1986
7

The Detached Retina

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Detached Retina, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1988
8

Bury My Heart at W.H. Smith's

Bury My Heart at W.H. Smith's explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Brian Aldiss.

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1990
9

Home Life With Cats

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Home Life With Cats, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1992
10

When The Feast Is Finished

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with When The Feast Is Finished, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1994
11

The Twinkling of an Eye or My Life as an Englishman

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Twinkling of an Eye or My Life as an Englishman, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1998
12

Art After Apogee

Art After Apogee is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2000
13

Plutonian Monologue

Plutonian Monologue continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
14

The Starry Messenger

The Starry Messenger continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
15

An Exile on Planet Earth

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with An Exile on Planet Earth, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2012
16

The Twinkling of an Eye

The Twinkling of an Eye is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2015
17

And the Lurid Glare of the Comet

And the Lurid Glare of the Comet is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2021
Publication Order of Faber Stories Books
1 books 2019–2019
1

Three Types of Solitude

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Faber Stories Books with Three Types of Solitude, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2019
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
2 books 2000–2002
1

A Chinese Perspective

A Chinese Perspective continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
2

A New (Governmental) Father Christmas

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with A New (Governmental) Father Christmas, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2002
Publication Order of Anthologies
74 books 1961–2013
1

Penguin Science Fiction

Penguin Science Fiction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1961
2

Best Fantasy Stories

Best Fantasy Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1962
3

More Penguin Science Fiction

More Penguin Science Fiction continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1963
4

The Eighth Galaxy Reader

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Eighth Galaxy Reader, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1965
5

Tales of Unease

Tales of Unease is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1966
6

Nebula Award Stories #2

Conflict and courage define Nebula Award Stories #2, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Brian Aldiss that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1966
7

Introducing Science Fiction

Introducing Science Fiction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1967
8

Farewell, Fantastic Venus / All About Venus

Farewell, Fantastic Venus / All About Venus continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1968
9

Backdrop of Stars

Backdrop of Stars is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1968
10

The Inner Landscape

The Inner Landscape continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1969
11

Dangerous Visions 1

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Dangerous Visions 1, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1969
12

The Year's Best Science Fiction No. 3

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Year's Best Science Fiction No. 3, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1970
13

Nova 1

Nova 1 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1970
14

On Our Way to the Future

On Our Way to the Future continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1970
15

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 Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1970
16

Science Against Man

Science Against Man continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1970
17

The Astounding Analog Reader

The Astounding Analog Reader is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1972
18

This Side of Infinity

This Side of Infinity continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1972
19

Alpha 3

Alpha 3 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1972
20

The Astounding-Analog Reader, Book Two

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

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1973
21

The Year's Best Science Fiction

The Year's Best Science Fiction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1973
22

Orbit 12

Orbit 12 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1973
23

Factions

Factions is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1974
24

Space Odysseys

Space Odysseys continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1974
25

Final Stage: The Ultimate Science Fiction Anthology

Final Stage: The Ultimate Science Fiction Anthology continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1974
26

Decade: The 1940's

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Decade: The 1940's, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1975
27

New Worlds Nine

New Worlds Nine is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1975
28

New Writings in SF 27

New Writings in SF 27 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1975
29

Evil Earths

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Evil Earths, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1975
30

Gollancz-Sunday Times Best SF Stories

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Gollancz-Sunday Times Best SF Stories, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1975
31

Hell's Cartographers

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Hell's Cartographers, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1975
32

Tomorrow: New Worlds of Science Fiction

Tomorrow: New Worlds of Science Fiction continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1975
33

New Worlds 6

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with New Worlds 6, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1975
34

Antigrav

Antigrav is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1975
35

Andromeda 1

Andromeda 1 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1976
36

Decade: The 1950s

Decade: The 1950s continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1976
37

Galactic Empires 2

Galactic Empires 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1976
38

Beyond Tomorrow

Beyond Tomorrow continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1976
39

Decade: The 1960s

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Decade: The 1960s, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1977
40

Algol The Magazine About Science Fiction - Winter 1977 / 1978

Algol The Magazine About Science Fiction - Winter 1977 / 1978 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1977
41

Perilous Planets

Perilous Planets continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1978
42

Galactic Empires

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Galactic Empires, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1979
43

The Arbor House Treasury of Modern Science Fiction / Great Science Fiction of the 20th Century

The Arbor House Treasury of Modern Science Fiction / Great Science Fiction of the 20th Century continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1980
44

Winter's Tales 26

Winter's Tales 26 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1981
45

The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume Three: Nebula Winners 1965-1969

The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume Three: Nebula Winners 1965-1969 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1981
46

Perpetual Light

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Perpetual Light, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1982
47

The Book of Mini-Sagas

The Book of Mini-Sagas is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1985
48

Tales From the Forbidden Planet

Tales From the Forbidden Planet continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1987
49

Gaslight & Ghosts

Gaslight & Ghosts continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
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The Orbit Science Fiction Yearbook 1

The Orbit Science Fiction Yearbook 1 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1988
51

The Best Horror Stories from the Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction

The Best Horror Stories from the Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1988
52

The Book of Mini-Sagas 2

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Book of Mini-Sagas 2, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1988
53

The Drabble Project

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Drabble Project, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1988
54

Tropical Chills: Fourteen Tales of Scorching Horror to Make Your Blood Run Cold

A gripping mystery unfolds in Tropical Chills: Fourteen Tales of Scorching Horror to Make Your Blood Run Cold as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Brian Aldiss's mastery of suspense.

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1988
55

Dark Fantasies

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Dark Fantasies, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1989
56

Now We Are Sick

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Now We Are Sick, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1991
57

Dante's Disciples

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Dante's Disciples, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1991
58

The Amis Story Anthology

The Amis Story Anthology is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1992
59

New Worlds 1

New Worlds 1 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
60

New Worlds No. 221

New Worlds No. 221 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1996
61

Asimov's Science Fiction, May 1997

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Asimov's Science Fiction, May 1997, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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1997
62

Mini Sagas 1999

Mini Sagas 1999 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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1999
63

Nebula Awards 35 (2001)

Conflict and courage define Nebula Awards 35 (2001), an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Brian Aldiss that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2001
64

DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2002
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The Mammoth Book Of Science Fiction

The Mammoth Book Of Science Fiction continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian Aldiss's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2002
66

Mini-Sagas

Mini-Sagas is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2002
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DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction and Fantasy Anthologies

DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction and Fantasy Anthologies is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2002
68

Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2006
69

The Wesleyan Anthology of Science Fiction

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Wesleyan Anthology of Science Fiction, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2010
70

The Brilliant Book of Doctor Who 2011

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Brilliant Book of Doctor Who 2011, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2010
71

Catastrophia

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Catastrophia, another outstanding contribution from Brian Aldiss.

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2010
72

xo Orpheus

xo Orpheus is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2013
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Four For Fantasy

Four For Fantasy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2013
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Flotsam Fantastique: The Souvenir Book of World Fantasy Convention 2013

Flotsam Fantastique: The Souvenir Book of World Fantasy Convention 2013 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Aldiss have come to expect.

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2013

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