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ⓘ About Greg Egan
Greg Egan is an Australian bestselling science fiction writer and a retired programmer born on 20th August 1961. Egan graduated from the University of Western Australia with a Bachelor degree in mathematics. In 1983 he released his first writing, and most of his early writing featured strong elements of supernatural horror. His genre of specialty is hardcore science fiction genres with quantum ontology and mathematics themes inclusive of the essence of consciousness. In addition to the above themes he also specializes in other topics such as posthumanism, genetics, sexuality, simulated reality, artificial intelligence, mind uploading and some perception of rational realism being greater than religion. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, Greg Egan 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 Greg Egan
Quarantine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Subjective Cosmology Cycle Books with Quarantine, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Permutation City
Permutation City continues the Publication Order of Subjective Cosmology Cycle Books story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Distress
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Subjective Cosmology Cycle Books with Distress, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Clockwork Rocket
The Clockwork Rocket continues the Publication Order of Orthogonal Books story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Eternal Flame
The Eternal Flame continues the Publication Order of Orthogonal Books story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Arrows of Time
The Arrows of Time continues the Publication Order of Orthogonal Books story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
An Unusual Angle
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with An Unusual Angle, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Diaspora
Diaspora continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Blood Sisters
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Sisters as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Greg Egan's mastery of suspense.
Teranesia
Teranesia continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Schild's Ladder
Schild's Ladder is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Incandescence
Incandescence continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Zendegi
Zendegi continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dichronauts
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Dichronauts, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Phoresis
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Phoresis, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Zeitgeber
Zeitgeber is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
The Book of All Skies
The Book of All Skies continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Scale
Scale is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Morphotrophic
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Morphotrophic, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Luminous (in Asimov's)
Luminous (in Asimov's) is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Cocoon (in Luminous)
Cocoon (in Luminous) is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
TAP (in Asimov's)
TAP (in Asimov's) continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Reasons to Be Cheerful
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Reasons to Be Cheerful, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Planck Dive
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Planck Dive, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Border Guards
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Border Guards, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Oracle
Oracle continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dark Integers
Dark Integers continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Glory
Glory continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wang's Carpets
Wang's Carpets continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bit Players
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Bit Players, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Seventh Sight
Seventh Sight is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
The Four Thousand, the Eight Hundred
The Four Thousand, the Eight Hundred continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Uncanny Valley
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Uncanny Valley, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Nearest
The Nearest continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
This is Not the Way Home
This is Not the Way Home continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Perihelion Summer
Perihelion Summer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Dispersion
Dispersion continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Axiomatic
Axiomatic is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Our Lady Of Chernobyl
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Our Lady Of Chernobyl, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Luminous
Luminous continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dark Integers and Other Stories
Dark Integers and Other Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Oceanic
Oceanic is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Crystal Nights and Other Stories
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Crystal Nights and Other Stories, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Best of Greg Egan
The Best of Greg Egan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Instantiation
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Instantiation, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Sleep and the Soul
Sleep and the Soul is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Phoresis and Other Journeys
Phoresis and Other Journeys is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Year's Best SF
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Year's Best SF 2
Year's Best SF 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Year's Best SF 3
Year's Best SF 3 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 4
Year's Best SF 4 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 5
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 5, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Year's Best SF 6
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 6, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Year's Best SF 7
Year's Best SF 7 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Year's Best SF 8
Year's Best SF 8 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 9
Year's Best SF 9 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Year's Best SF 10
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 10, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Year's Best SF 11
Year's Best SF 11 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Year's Best SF 12
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 12, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Year's Best SF 13
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 13, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Year's Best SF 14
Year's Best SF 14 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 15
Year's Best SF 15 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 16
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 16, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Year's Best SF 17
Year's Best SF 17 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 18
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 18, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Dreamworks: Strange New Stories
Dreamworks: Strange New Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Strange Attractors: Original Australian Speculative Fiction
Strange Attractors: Original Australian Speculative Fiction continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Fantasy: Second Annual Collection
The Year's Best Fantasy: Second Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Alien Shores
Alien Shores is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
The Year's Best Science Fiction, Thirteenth Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction, Thirteenth Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, July 1999
Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, July 1999 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Explorers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Explorers, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, July 2000
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, July 2000, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Supermen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Supermen, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Mammoth Book Of Science Fiction
The Mammoth Book Of Science Fiction continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 8
Year's Best SF 8 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 16
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 16 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
The Hard SF Renaissance
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Hard SF Renaissance, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
One Million A.D.
One Million A.D. is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
The Best Australian Science Fiction
The Best Australian Science Fiction continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best of the Best: 20 Years of the Best Short Science Fiction Novels
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best of the Best: 20 Years of the Best Short Science Fiction Novels, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
Galileo's Children
Galileo's Children is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
The Mammoth Book of Extreme Science Fiction
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Extreme Science Fiction, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Best of the Best, Vol 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best of the Best, Vol 2, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Fourth Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Fourth Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Rewired
Rewired continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Science Fiction: The Best of the Year, 2008 Edition
Science Fiction: The Best of the Year, 2008 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 21
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 21 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Year's Best Australian Science Fiction and Fantasy, Volume 4
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Year's Best Australian Science Fiction and Fantasy, Volume 4, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 22
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 22, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Time Traveler's Almanac
The Time Traveler's Almanac continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Coming Soon Enough Six Tales of Technology's Future
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Coming Soon Enough Six Tales of Technology's Future, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume Nine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume Nine, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 6
The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 6 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-First Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-First Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Upgraded
Upgraded is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Galactic Empires
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Galactic Empires, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Best Science Fiction of the Year Volume Three
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best Science Fiction of the Year Volume Three, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Long List Anthology Volume 5
The Long List Anthology Volume 5 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
The Year's Top Hard Science Fiction Stories 4
The Year's Top Hard Science Fiction Stories 4 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
The Best Science Fiction of the Year: Volume Five
The Best Science Fiction of the Year: Volume Five is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Tomorrow's Parties: Life in the Anthropocene
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Tomorrow's Parties: Life in the Anthropocene, another outstanding contribution from Greg Egan.
The Year's Top Robot and AI Stories: Sixth Annual Collection
The Year's Top Robot and AI Stories: Sixth Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
Clarkesworld Issue 229
Clarkesworld Issue 229 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Greg Egan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Science Fiction on Earth 3
The Year's Best Science Fiction on Earth 3 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Greg Egan have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Greg Egan?
Greg Egan is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 105 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Subjective Cosmology Cycle Books, Publication Order of Orthogonal Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Greg Egan series to start with?
For readers new to Greg Egan's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 40 books. Begin with Dreamworks: Strange New Stories to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Greg Egan written?
Greg Egan has written over 105 books across 7 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Greg Egan books in order?
Yes, reading Greg Egan'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 Greg Egan write in?
Greg Egan writes primarily in fiction. With 7 series across 105 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Greg Egan's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Greg Egan'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 Greg Egan's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Greg Egan's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, Dreamworks: Strange New Stories, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.