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ⓘ About Catherynne M. Valente
Catherynne M. Valente is an American well- known writer who writes books that revolve around various genres like science fiction and fantasy. She also creates poets and brief narratives. Catherynne currently lives in the coastline of Maine with her spouse together with their pets. The author has managed to publish more than twenty four books since she began the writing career. One can access her short stories and poetry online. They can also be found on journals and compilations. Catherynne has received several awards such as the Locus and the Best Novella award. The author’s books have been circulated in over twenty-seven nations. She has also been nominated in the Western novella and Nebula awards. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente
The Habitation of the Blessed
The Habitation of the Blessed is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A Dirge for Prester John Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The Folded World
The Folded World is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A Dirge for Prester John Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making
The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making continues the Publication Order of Fairyland Books story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Girl Who Ruled Fairyland - For a Little While
The Girl Who Ruled Fairyland - For a Little While continues the Publication Order of Fairyland Books story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Girl Who Fell Beneath Fairyland and Led the Revels There
The Girl Who Fell Beneath Fairyland and Led the Revels There is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fairyland Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The Girl Who Soared Over Fairyland and Cut the Moon in Two
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fairyland Books with The Girl Who Soared Over Fairyland and Cut the Moon in Two, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Boy Who Lost Fairyland
The Boy Who Lost Fairyland is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fairyland Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The Girl Who Raced Fairyland All the Way Home
The Girl Who Raced Fairyland All the Way Home is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fairyland Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The Beasts Who Fought for Fairyland Until the Very End and Further Still
The Beasts Who Fought for Fairyland Until the Very End and Further Still continues the Publication Order of Fairyland Books story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Deathless
A gripping mystery unfolds in Deathless as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Leningrad Diptych Books series showcases Catherynne M. Valente's mastery of suspense.
In the Night Garden
In the Night Garden is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Orphan's Tales Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
In the Cities of Coin and Spice
In the Cities of Coin and Spice is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Orphan's Tales Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Space Opera
Space Opera continues the Publication Order of Space Opera Books story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Space Oddity
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Space Opera Books with Space Oddity, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Grass Cutting Sword
Epic adventure awaits in The Grass Cutting Sword, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series that raises the stakes across the realm Catherynne M. Valente has built.
The Labyrinth
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Labyrinth, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Yume No Hon
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Yume No Hon, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Palimpsest
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Palimpsest, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Radiance
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Radiance, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Past Is Red
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Past Is Red, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
A Buyer's Guide to Maps of Antarctica
A Buyer's Guide to Maps of Antarctica continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Under in the Mere
Under in the Mere is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Silently and Very Fast
Silently and Very Fast is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Fade to White
Fade to White continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Speak Easy
Speak Easy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The Sin of America
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Sin of America, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
L'Espirit de L'Escalier
L'Espirit de L'Escalier continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Comfort Me With Apples
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Comfort Me With Apples, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Difference Between Love and Time
The Difference Between Love and Time explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Catherynne M. Valente.
Oracles
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Oracles, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Apocrypha
Apocrypha is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
A Guide to Folktales in Fragile Dialects
A Guide to Folktales in Fragile Dialects continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
This Is My Letter To The World
This Is My Letter To The World is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Ventriloquism
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Ventriloquism, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Myths of Origin
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Myths of Origin, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Six-Gun Snow White
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Six-Gun Snow White, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Melancholy of Mechagirl
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with The Melancholy of Mechagirl, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Bread We Eat in Dreams
The Bread We Eat in Dreams is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Indistinguishable from Magic
Magic takes center stage in Indistinguishable from Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series that expands the enchanting world created by Catherynne M. Valente.
The Refrigerator Monologues
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with The Refrigerator Monologues, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Future is Blue
The Future is Blue is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Smoky and the Feast of Mabon
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Smoky and the Feast of Mabon, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Glass Town Game
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with The Glass Town Game, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Osmo Unknown and the Eightpenny Woods
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children's Books with Osmo Unknown and the Eightpenny Woods, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Annihilation
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mass Effect: Andromeda Books with Annihilation, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The End
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Minecraft Books with The End, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
From a Certain Point of View Star Wars
Conflict and courage define From a Certain Point of View Star Wars, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View Books series by Catherynne M. Valente that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back
From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi
From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
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 Catherynne M. Valente.
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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente.
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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente.
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 Catherynne M. Valente.
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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente.
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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente.
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 Catherynne M. Valente 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 Catherynne M. Valente'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 Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The WisCon Chronicles, Vol. 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The WisCon Chronicles Books with The WisCon Chronicles, Vol. 2, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Tails of Wonder and Imagination
Tails of Wonder and Imagination continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Jabberwocky 2
Jabberwocky 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Sleeping Beauty, Indeed
Sleeping Beauty, Indeed continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Salon Fantastique: Fifteen Original Tales of Fantasy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Salon Fantastique: Fifteen Original Tales of Fantasy, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Interfictions
Interfictions continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Japanese Dreams
Japanese Dreams is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Paper Cities
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Paper Cities, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The WisCon Chronicles, Vol. 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The WisCon Chronicles, Vol. 2, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Twenty-First Annual Collection
Twenty-First Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Best New Fantasy 2
Best New Fantasy 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Ravens in the Library
Ravens in the Library continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Federations
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Federations, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Unplugged
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Unplugged, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Stories in Between
The Stories in Between is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Realms 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Realms 2, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Apex Magazine #16, September 2010
Apex Magazine #16, September 2010 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
She Nailed a Stake Through His Head
She Nailed a Stake Through His Head is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Apex Magazine - February 2011
Apex Magazine - February 2011 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Apex Magazine - March 2011
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Apex Magazine - March 2011, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Whedonistas
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Whedonistas, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Apex Magazine - April 2011
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Apex Magazine - April 2011, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Teeth: Vampire Tales
Teeth: Vampire Tales continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Apex Magazine - June 2011
Apex Magazine - June 2011 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente'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 Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fantasy Magazine, July 2011
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Fantasy Magazine, July 2011, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Apex Magazine - August 2011
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Apex Magazine - August 2011, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Apex Magazine - October 2012
Apex Magazine - October 2012 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Z: Zombie Stories
Z: Zombie Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Lightspeed: Year One
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Lightspeed: Year One, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Robots: The Recent A.I.
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Robots: The Recent A.I., another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Ninth Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Ninth Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The 2012 Rhysling Anthology
The 2012 Rhysling Anthology continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of Steampunk
The Mammoth Book of Steampunk continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Moment of Change
The Moment of Change is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2012
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2012, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
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 Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The Best of Electric Velocipede
The Best of Electric Velocipede continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Clarkesworld: Year Three
Clarkesworld: Year Three continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Queen Victoria's Book of Spell
Magic takes center stage in Queen Victoria's Book of Spell, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by Catherynne M. Valente.
Aliens: Recent Encounters
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Aliens: Recent Encounters, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The 2013 Rhysling Anthology
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The 2013 Rhysling Anthology, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2013
The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2013 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
The Book of Apex: Volume 4
The Book of Apex: Volume 4 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Clarkesworld: Year Six
Clarkesworld: Year Six is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Wolf Warriors
Conflict and courage define Wolf Warriors, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Catherynne M. Valente that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Mammoth Book of SF Stories by Women
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of SF Stories by Women, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Mermaids and Other Mysteries of the Deep
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Mermaids and Other Mysteries of the Deep, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Blood Sisters
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Sisters as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Catherynne M. Valente's mastery of suspense.
Sisters of the Revolution
Sisters of the Revolution continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bestiary
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Bestiary, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Press Start to Play
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Press Start to Play, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Starlit Wood
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Starlit Wood, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2017
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2017, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Mad Hatters and March Hares
Mad Hatters and March Hares is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Robots vs. Fairies
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Robots vs. Fairies, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Clarkesworld Year Nine: Volume One
Clarkesworld Year Nine: Volume One is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Current Futures
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Current Futures, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
A People's Future of the United States: Speculative Fiction from 25 Extraordinary Writers
A People's Future of the United States: Speculative Fiction from 25 Extraordinary Writers continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sharp & Sugar Tooth
Sharp & Sugar Tooth continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best of Uncanny
The Best of Uncanny continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Nevertheless She Persisted
Nevertheless She Persisted is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Edited By
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Edited By, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back
From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Far Out: Recent Queer Science Fiction and Fantasy
Far Out: Recent Queer Science Fiction and Fantasy continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Some of the Best of Tor.com 2021
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Some of the Best of Tor.com 2021, another outstanding contribution from Catherynne M. Valente.
Someone in Time
Someone in Time is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Catherynne M. Valente have come to expect.
Joan Jett & The Blackhearts 40x40
Joan Jett & The Blackhearts 40x40 explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Catherynne M. Valente.
Diablo
Diablo continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Catherynne M. Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
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Catherynne M. Valente has written over 153 books across 16 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
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