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Charlie Jane Anders

Bestselling Author • 7 Series • 63 Books

7
Series
63
Books
7
Active

🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Anthologies
Start with: That's Revolting!: Queer Strategies for Resisting Assimilation (2004)
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Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: Choir Boy (2005)
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Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
Start with: The Fermi Paradox is Our Business Model (2010)

About Charlie Jane Anders

Charlie Jane Anders, who is an American woman of letters, was born in Connecticut in the United States. Anders, who is a polymath in her own right, has many occupations. She is a novelist, short story writer, blogger, event organizer, essayist, emcee, juror, commentator, publisher, presenter, lobbyist, and performing artist, all rolled into one. Charlie Jane Anders, whose niche is especially science fiction and fantasy and fiction, has penned countless stories. She has written for many notable online platforms, dailies, and magazines. For instance, she has written for dailies such as The Wall Street Journal and San Francisco Chronicle, magazines such as Publishers Weekly and Mother Jones, and alternative newspapers like The San Francisco Bay Guardian. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, Charlie Jane Anders 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 Charlie Jane Anders

Publication Order of Universal Expansion/Unstoppable Books
3 books 2021–2023
1

Victories Greater Than Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in Victories Greater Than Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Universal Expansion/Unstoppable Books series showcases Charlie Jane Anders's mastery of suspense.

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2021
2

Dreams Bigger Than Heartbreak

Dreams Bigger Than Heartbreak explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Universal Expansion/Unstoppable Books series by Charlie Jane Anders.

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2022
3

Promises Stronger Than Darkness

Promises Stronger Than Darkness continues the Publication Order of Universal Expansion/Unstoppable Books story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2023
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
4 books 2005–2025
1

Choir Boy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Choir Boy, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2005
2

All the Birds in the Sky

All the Birds in the Sky is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2016
3

The City in the Middle of the Night

The City in the Middle of the Night is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2019
4

Lessons in Magic and Disaster

Magic takes center stage in Lessons in Magic and Disaster, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series that expands the enchanting world created by Charlie Jane Anders.

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2025
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
9 books 2010–2020
1

The Fermi Paradox is Our Business Model

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Fermi Paradox is Our Business Model, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2010
2

Six Months, Three Days

Six Months, Three Days is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2011
3

Intestate

Intestate is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2012
4

The Cartography of Sudden Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Cartography of Sudden Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series showcases Charlie Jane Anders's mastery of suspense.

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2014
5

As Good as New

As Good as New continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
6

Clover

Clover explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Charlie Jane Anders.

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2016
7

Don't Press Charges and I Won't Sue

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Don't Press Charges and I Won't Sue, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2017
8

Rock Manning Goes for Broke

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Rock Manning Goes for Broke, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2018
9

If You Take My Meaning

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with If You Take My Meaning, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2020
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
2 books 2017–2021
1

Six Months, Three Days, Five Others

Six Months, Three Days, Five Others is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2017
2

Even Greater Mistakes

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Even Greater Mistakes, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2021
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
3 books 2001–2021
1

Lazy Crossdresser

Lazy Crossdresser is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2001
2

She's Such a Geek!

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with She's Such a Geek!, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2006
3

Never Say You Can't Survive

Never Say You Can't Survive continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2021
Publication Order of Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View Books
3 books 2017–2023
1

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 Charlie Jane Anders that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2017
2

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 Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2020
3

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 Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2023
Publication Order of Anthologies
39 books 2004–2025
1

That's Revolting!: Queer Strategies for Resisting Assimilation

That's Revolting!: Queer Strategies for Resisting Assimilation continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
2

Pills, Thrills, Chills, and Heartache: Adventures in the First Person

Pills, Thrills, Chills, and Heartache: Adventures in the First Person explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Charlie Jane Anders.

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2004
3

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 Charlie Jane Anders.

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2008
4

Best Lesbian Erotica 2010

Best Lesbian Erotica 2010 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2009
5

Can'tLit: Fearless Fiction from Broken Pencil Magazine

Can'tLit: Fearless Fiction from Broken Pencil Magazine is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2009
6

The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2011

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2011, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2011
7

Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2011 edition

Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2011 edition continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
8

The Big Feminist BUT

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Big Feminist BUT, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2013
9

The End is Nigh

The End is Nigh is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2014
10

Lightspeed Magazine, June 2014: Women Destroy Science Fiction! Special Issue

Lightspeed Magazine, June 2014: Women Destroy Science Fiction! Special Issue is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2014
11

The End is Now

The End is Now is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2014
12

Hieroglyph

Hieroglyph continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
13

Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2014 Edition

Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2014 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2015
14

The End Has Come

The End Has Come continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
15

Press Start to Play

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Press Start to Play, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2015
16

Loosed Upon the World

Loosed Upon the World continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
17

Love Hurts

Love Hurts explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Charlie Jane Anders.

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2015
18

Lightspeed Magazine, December 2015

Lightspeed Magazine, December 2015 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2015
19

The Starlit Wood

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Starlit Wood, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2016
20

Bridging Infinity

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Bridging Infinity, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2016
21

Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2016 Edition

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2016 Edition, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2017
22

The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-Fourth Annual Collection

The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-Fourth Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2017
23

The Year’s Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2017

The Year’s Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2017 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
24

Transcendent 2

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Transcendent 2, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2017
25

Shoreline of Infinity 11½

Shoreline of Infinity 11½ continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
26

The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy 2018

The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy 2018 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
27

Worlds Seen in Passing

Worlds Seen in Passing is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2018
28

The Long List Anthology Volume 4

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Long List Anthology Volume 4, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2018
29

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 Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
30

The Best of Uncanny

The Best of Uncanny continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
31

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 Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2020
32

Tor.com Short Fiction Winter 2020

Tor.com Short Fiction Winter 2020 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2020
33

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 Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2021
34

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 Charlie Jane Anders's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2021
35

Out of the Ruins: The Apocalyptic Anthology

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Out of the Ruins: The Apocalyptic Anthology, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2021
36

It Gets Even Better: Stories of Queer Possibility

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with It Gets Even Better: Stories of Queer Possibility, another outstanding contribution from Charlie Jane Anders.

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2021
37

Lightspeed Magazine, Issue 143, April 2022

Lightspeed Magazine, Issue 143, April 2022 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2022
38

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 Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2023
39

Grimdark Magazine Issue #42

Grimdark Magazine Issue #42 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Charlie Jane Anders have come to expect.

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2025

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Charlie Jane Anders?

Charlie Jane Anders is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 63 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Universal Expansion/Unstoppable 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 Charlie Jane Anders series to start with?

For readers new to Charlie Jane Anders's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 39 books. Begin with That's Revolting!: Queer Strategies for Resisting Assimilation to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Charlie Jane Anders written?

Charlie Jane Anders has written over 63 books across 7 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Charlie Jane Anders books in order?

Yes, reading Charlie Jane Anders'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 Charlie Jane Anders write in?

Charlie Jane Anders writes primarily in fiction. With 7 series across 63 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Charlie Jane Anders's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Charlie Jane Anders'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 Charlie Jane Anders's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Charlie Jane Anders's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, That's Revolting!: Queer Strategies for Resisting Assimilation, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.