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ⓘ About Brian B.K. Evenson
In the year 1995, he got an NEA Fellowship. This same year, he was told by Brigham Young University that if he continued writing fiction in the same vein as his first novel, they would fire him. He would up leaving of his own free will in order to teach at Oklahoma State University. He has also held teaching jobs at University of Denver, Brown University, and Syracuse University. “Last Days” won the ALA/RUSA prize for the Best Horror novel of 2009. “Two Brothers” won an O. Henry Award, and other works have gotten O. Henry honorable mentions. Brian writes science fiction and horror. His debut novel, called “Father of Lies” was released in the year 1998. He also writes under the name BK Evenson. “Father of Lies” is the first stand alone novel and was released in the year 1998. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, Brian B.K. Evenson 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 B.K. Evenson
Martyr
Martyr is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dead Space Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Catalyst
Catalyst is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dead Space Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Father of Lies
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Father of Lies, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Dark Property
Dark Property continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Open Curtain
The Open Curtain is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Selected Writings, Vol. 3
Selected Writings, Vol. 3 continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Last Days
Last Days continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Immobility
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Immobility, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Glassy, Burning Floor of Hell
The Glassy, Burning Floor of Hell continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
None of You Shall Be Spared
None of You Shall Be Spared is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Baby Leg
Baby Leg continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Drownable Species
The Drownable Species continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Warren
Conflict and courage define The Warren, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Brian B.K. Evenson that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Solution
Solution continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
After the Animal Flesh Beings
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with After the Animal Flesh Beings, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Altmann's Tongue
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Altmann's Tongue, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Prophets and Brothers
Prophets and Brothers continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Din of Celestial Birds
The Din of Celestial Birds continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Contagion and Other Stories
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Contagion and Other Stories, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Wavering Knife
The Wavering Knife continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fugue State
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Fugue State, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Windeye
Windeye is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
A Collapse of Horses
A Collapse of Horses is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Reports
Reports is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Song for the Unraveling of the World
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Song for the Unraveling of the World, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Good Night, Sleep Tight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Good Night, Sleep Tight, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Understanding Robert Coover
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Understanding Robert Coover, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Ed vs. Yummy Fur
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order ofGraphic Novels with Ed vs. Yummy Fur, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Brotherhood of Mutilation
The Brotherhood of Mutilation is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chapbooks series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Two
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Two continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Three
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Three continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Four
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Four is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Five
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Five continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Six
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Six, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eight, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Nine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Nine, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Ten
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Ten is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Best of the Best Horror of the Year: 10 Years of Essential Short Horror Fiction
The Best of the Best Horror of the Year: 10 Years of Essential Short Horror Fiction continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eleven
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eleven, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Twelve
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Twelve is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Thirteen
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Thirteen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fifteen
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fifteen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Sixteen
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Sixteen continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Seventeen
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Seventeen continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Raymond Carver's What We Talk About When We Talk About Love
Raymond Carver's What We Talk About When We Talk About Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Bookmarked Books series by Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Cabin
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Come Join Us By The Fire II Books with The Cabin, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
MOME Vol. 9
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of MOME Books with MOME Vol. 9, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books with The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2011 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2011 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2015 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2015 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2016 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2016 Edition continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2017 Edition
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2017 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2018 Edition
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2018 Edition continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2019 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2019 Edition continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 1
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 1 continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 2
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, Volume 3
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, Volume 3 continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 4
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 4 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 5
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 5 continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Post Road 3.
Post Road 3. continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Anchor Book of New American Short Stories
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Anchor Book of New American Short Stories, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Best American Fantasy
Best American Fantasy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
MOME Vol. 9
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with MOME Vol. 9, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The United States of McSweeney's
The United States of McSweeney's is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Last Drink Bird Head
Last Drink Bird Head is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
My Mother She Killed Me, My Father He Ate Me
A gripping mystery unfolds in My Mother She Killed Me, My Father He Ate Me as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Brian B.K. Evenson's mastery of suspense.
The PEN/O. Henry Prize Stories 2011
The PEN/O. Henry Prize Stories 2011 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Supernatural Noir
Supernatural Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Lightspeed Magazine, December 2012
Lightspeed Magazine, December 2012 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Exotic Gothic 4
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Exotic Gothic 4, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The New Black
The New Black continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fearful Symmetries
Fearful Symmetries is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Letters to Lovecraft
Letters to Lovecraft explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Brian B.K. Evenson.
Penumbrae
Penumbrae is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Aickman's Heirs
Aickman's Heirs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
The Bestiary
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Bestiary, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Children of Lovecraft
Children of Lovecraft explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Nine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Nine, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Looming Low: Volume I
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Looming Low: Volume I, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Beauty of Death, Vol. 2
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Beauty of Death, Vol. 2 as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Brian B.K. Evenson's mastery of suspense.
Future Dreams
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Future Dreams, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Birthing Monsters
Birthing Monsters continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Nox Pareidolia
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Nox Pareidolia, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The New Flesh
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The New Flesh, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Uncertainties Volume IV
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Uncertainties Volume IV, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Tiny Nightmares
Tiny Nightmares continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Oculus Sinister
Oculus Sinister is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Some of the Best from Tor.com: 2020 Edition
Some of the Best from Tor.com: 2020 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Tales from OmniPark
Tales from OmniPark continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Great British Horror 6
Great British Horror 6 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Body Shocks
Body Shocks is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Conceptualisms
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Conceptualisms, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Howls from the Dark Ages
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Howls from the Dark Ages, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Screams from the Dark
Screams from the Dark continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
Diablo
Diablo continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Azathoth: Ordo ab Chao
Azathoth: Ordo ab Chao is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian B.K. Evenson have come to expect.
Darkness Beckons Anthology
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Darkness Beckons Anthology, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
The Best of Gamut
The Best of Gamut continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Winter in the City
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Winter in the City, another outstanding contribution from Brian B.K. Evenson.
13 Possessions
13 Possessions continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
All Hallows Eve
All Hallows Eve continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Brian B.K. Evenson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Brian B.K. Evenson?
Brian B.K. Evenson is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 110 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Dead Space Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Brian B.K. Evenson series to start with?
For readers new to Brian B.K. Evenson's work, the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 18 books. Begin with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Brian B.K. Evenson written?
Brian B.K. Evenson has written over 110 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Brian B.K. Evenson books in order?
Yes, reading Brian B.K. Evenson'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 Brian B.K. Evenson write in?
Brian B.K. Evenson writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 110 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Brian B.K. Evenson's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Brian B.K. Evenson'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 Brian B.K. Evenson's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Brian B.K. Evenson's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series. The first book, The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.