Elizabeth Hand
10
Book Series
96
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Anthologies
Best for beginners - Start with "Best New Horror 2" (1991)
Publication Order of Illyria Books
Popular choice - Start with "Illyria" (2007)
Publication Order of Cass Neary Books
Popular choice - Start with "Generation Loss" (2007)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Popular choice - Start with "Waking the Moon" (1994)
About the Author
Elizabeth Hand is a bestselling of cross-genre novels and collections of essays and short stories. She has been known for writing some of the most intriguing science fiction, fantasy and horror novels that have earned her wide readership and critical acclaim. Hand has received multiple awards for her works that include a Nebula, Award, a World Fantasy Award and a Shirley Jackson Award among several other awards. Her novels have been compared to the works of greats such as Patricia Highsmith. Her “Cass Neary” series of novels are currently being adapted into a TV series. As a critically acclaimed novelist, she has been writing essays, critiques, and reviews for the likes of “Los Angeles Times” and the “Washington Post” among many others. She is also a regular columnist for the magazine Scie. Elizabeth Hand is the author of over 96 books across 10 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Anthologies series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Elizabeth Hand has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Winterlong Books
3 books
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Winterlong In 'Winterlong', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Winterlong Books saga.(1990) ⭐ Start here
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Æstival Tide The Publication Order of Winterlong Books series continues with 'Æstival Tide', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(1992) ⭐ Start here
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Icarus Descending The Publication Order of Winterlong Books series continues with 'Icarus Descending', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(1993) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Illyria Books
2 books
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Illyria In 'Illyria', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Illyria Books saga.(2007)
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Radiant Days Experience the magic of 'Radiant Days' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Illyria Books universe.(2012)
Publication Order of Cass Neary Books
4 books
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Generation Loss The Publication Order of Cass Neary Books series continues with 'Generation Loss', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(2007)
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Available Dark 'Available Dark' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Cass Neary Books series, set in the world Elizabeth Hand has created.(2012)
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Hard Light Experience the magic of 'Hard Light' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Cass Neary Books universe.(2016)
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The Book of Lamps and Banners The Publication Order of Cass Neary Books series continues with 'The Book of Lamps and Banners', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(2020)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
13 books
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Waking the Moon Experience the magic of 'Waking the Moon' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1994)
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Twelve Monkeys 'Twelve Monkeys' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Elizabeth Hand has created.(1995)
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Glimmering 'Glimmering' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Elizabeth Hand has created.(1997)
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Black Light Experience the magic of 'Black Light' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1999)
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Anna and the King In 'Anna and the King', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1999)
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The Affair of the Necklace Experience the magic of 'The Affair of the Necklace' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2001)
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Catwoman The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Catwoman', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(2004)
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Mortal Love 'Mortal Love' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Elizabeth Hand.(2004)
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The Bride of Frankenstein In 'The Bride of Frankenstein', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2007)
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Wylding Hall In 'Wylding Hall', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2015)
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Curious Toys In 'Curious Toys', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2019)
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Hokuloa Road In 'Hokuloa Road', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2022)
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A Haunting on the Hill Experience the magic of 'A Haunting on the Hill' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2023)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
7 books
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The Erl-King In 'The Erl-King', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.(1993)
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Cleopatra Brimstone Join the adventure in 'Cleopatra Brimstone' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Elizabeth Hand.(2006)
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The Least Trumps Join the adventure in 'The Least Trumps' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Elizabeth Hand.(2006)
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The Maiden Flight of McCauley’s Bellerophon (in Stories) Join the adventure in 'The Maiden Flight of McCauley’s Bellerophon (in Stories)' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Elizabeth Hand.(2010)
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Near Zennor 'Near Zennor' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Elizabeth Hand has created.(2012)
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Chip Crockett's Christmas Carol Join the adventure in 'Chip Crockett's Christmas Carol' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Elizabeth Hand.(2013)
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For Sale by Owner Experience the magic of 'For Sale by Owner' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.(2021)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
5 books
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Last Summer at Mars Hill In 'Last Summer at Mars Hill', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.(1998)
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Bibliomancy 'Bibliomancy' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Elizabeth Hand has created.(2003)
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Saffron and Brimstone Join the adventure in 'Saffron and Brimstone' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Elizabeth Hand.(2006)
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Errantry In 'Errantry', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.(2012)
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The Best of Elizabeth Hand Join the adventure in 'The Best of Elizabeth Hand' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Elizabeth Hand.(2021)
Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books
15 books
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2010)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2011 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2011 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2011)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2012)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2013)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2014)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2015 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2015 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2015)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2016 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2016 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2016)
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The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2017 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2017 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2017)
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The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2018 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2018 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2018)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2019 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2019 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2020)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 1 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 1', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2020)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 2 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 2', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2021)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, Volume 3 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, Volume 3', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2022)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 4 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 4', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2023)
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The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 5 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 5', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2024)
Publication Order of Star Wars: Boba Fett Books
4 books
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Hunted Join the adventure in 'Hunted' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Star Wars: Boba Fett Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2003)
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A New Threat In 'A New Threat', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Star Wars: Boba Fett Books saga.(2004)
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Pursuit 'Pursuit' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Wars: Boba Fett Books series, set in the world Elizabeth Hand has created.(2004)
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Maze of Deception Join the adventure in 'Maze of Deception' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Star Wars: Boba Fett Books series by Elizabeth Hand.(2014)
Publication Order of The X-Files Books
1 books
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Fight the Future Experience the magic of 'Fight the Future' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The X-Files Books universe.(1998)
Publication Order of Anthologies
42 books
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Best New Horror 2 'Best New Horror 2' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Elizabeth Hand has created.(1991)
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Best New Horror 3 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Best New Horror 3', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(1992)
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Omni Best Science Fiction Two The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Omni Best Science Fiction Two', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(1992)
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The Giant Book of Best New Horror Experience the magic of 'The Giant Book of Best New Horror' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1993)
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The Giant Book of Terror Experience the magic of 'The Giant Book of Terror' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1994)
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Seventh Annual Collection Join the adventure in 'Seventh Annual Collection' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(1994)
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Best New Horror 5 In 'Best New Horror 5', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1994)
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The Best from Fantasy & Science Fiction: The 50th Anniversary Anthology Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Best from Fantasy & Science Fiction: The 50th Anniversary Anthology', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(1999)
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Tails of Wonder and Imagination Experience the magic of 'Tails of Wonder and Imagination' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2001)
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The Mammoth Book of Vampire Stories by Women Join the adventure in 'The Mammoth Book of Vampire Stories by Women' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2001)
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The Writer's Guide to Fantasy Literature Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Writer's Guide to Fantasy Literature', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2002)
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Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 13 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 13', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(2002)
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Fifteenth Annual Collection Join the adventure in 'Fifteenth Annual Collection' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2002)
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Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Sixteenth Annual Collection Epic fantasy awaits in 'Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Sixteenth Annual Collection', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2003)
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The Many Faces of Van Helsing The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Many Faces of Van Helsing', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(2004)
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The Nine Muses Join the adventure in 'The Nine Muses' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2005)
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Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Nineteenth Annual Collection Epic fantasy awaits in 'Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Nineteenth Annual Collection', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2006)
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Best New Paranormal Romance 'Best New Paranormal Romance' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2006)
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Best New Horror 18 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Best New Horror 18', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(2007)
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Logorrhea: Good Words Make Good Stories The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Logorrhea: Good Words Make Good Stories', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(2007)
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Best American Fantasy Epic fantasy awaits in 'Best American Fantasy', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2007)
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The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2008)
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Songs of the Dying Earth: Stories in Honour of Jack Vance In 'Songs of the Dying Earth: Stories in Honour of Jack Vance', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2009)
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Darkness: Two Decades of Modern Horror Join the adventure in 'Darkness: Two Decades of Modern Horror' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2010)
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21st-Century Gothic: Great Gothic Novels Since 2000 '21st-Century Gothic: Great Gothic Novels Since 2000' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Elizabeth Hand has created.(2010)
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A Book of Horrors In 'A Book of Horrors', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2011)
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The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume 5 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume 5', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2011)
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Bewere the Night 'Bewere the Night' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Elizabeth Hand has created.(2011)
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The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2011 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2011', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2011)
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Obsession: Tales of Irresistible Desire Experience the magic of 'Obsession: Tales of Irresistible Desire' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2012)
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The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2012)
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Ghosts: Recent Hauntings The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Ghosts: Recent Hauntings', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(2012)
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Rock On: The Greatest Hits of Science Fiction & Fantasy Epic fantasy awaits in 'Rock On: The Greatest Hits of Science Fiction & Fantasy', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2012)
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Hauntings In 'Hauntings', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2013)
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Telling Tales: The Clarion West 30th Anniversary Anthology Join the adventure in 'Telling Tales: The Clarion West 30th Anniversary Anthology' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2013)
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Handsome Devil: Stories of Sin and Seduction The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Handsome Devil: Stories of Sin and Seduction', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(2014)
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The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction May/June 2016 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction May/June 2016', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2016)
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Lightspeed Magazine, May 2016 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Lightspeed Magazine, May 2016', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth Hand.(2016)
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Mixed Up: Cocktail Recipes (and Flash Fiction) for the Discerning Drinker Join the adventure in 'Mixed Up: Cocktail Recipes (and Flash Fiction) for the Discerning Drinker' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2017)
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Edited By Join the adventure in 'Edited By' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2020)
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When Things Get Dark Join the adventure in 'When Things Get Dark' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2021)
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Someone in Time Join the adventure in 'Someone in Time' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth Hand.(2022)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Elizabeth Hand?
Elizabeth Hand is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 96 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Winterlong Books, Publication Order of Illyria Books, Publication Order of Cass Neary Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Elizabeth Hand book series to start with?
For readers new to Elizabeth Hand's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Anthologies series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 42 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Elizabeth Hand's writing.
Q: How many books has Elizabeth Hand written?
Elizabeth Hand has written over 96 books across 10 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.