Ian McDonald

14 Book Series
231 Total Books

📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books Best for beginners - Start with "San Francisco Noir" (2002)
Publication Order of Desolation Road Universe Books Popular choice - Start with "Desolation Road" (1988)
Publication Order of Everness Books Popular choice - Start with "Planesrunner" (2011)
Publication Order of Future Fiction Books Popular choice - Start with "The Fifth Dragon" (2014)

About the Author

Ian McDonald Ian McDonald is a science fiction author who calls Belfast his home. His novels are known for diving deep into advanced ideas like nanotechnology. He often sets his stories in vibrant, postcyberpunk landscapes. What truly stands out is his focus on how fast change affects different cultures. He has a real gift for pulling readers into a compelling story. The characters he creates feel like authentic people with clear motivations. This makes the narrative both engaging and easy to connect with. It is a major reason his books are such a consistent pleasure to read. A defining strength is how he explores societies beyond the typical Western viewpoint. He is fascinated by how rapid shifts in technology and community reshape these parts of the world. This unique angle provides a fr. Ian McDonald is the author of over 231 books across 14 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Ian McDonald has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Chaga Books

3 books
  • Chaga / Evolution's Shore In 'Chaga / Evolution's Shore', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Chaga Books saga.
    (1995) ⭐ Start here
  • Kirinya Experience the magic of 'Kirinya' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Chaga Books universe.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • Tendeléo's Story Join the adventure in 'Tendeléo's Story' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Chaga Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2000) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Desolation Road Universe Books

2 books
  • Desolation Road Join the adventure in 'Desolation Road' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Desolation Road Universe Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (1988)
  • Ares Express Experience the magic of 'Ares Express' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Desolation Road Universe Books universe.
    (2000)

Publication Order of Everness Books

3 books
  • Planesrunner In 'Planesrunner', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Everness Books saga.
    (2011)
  • Be My Enemy 'Be My Enemy' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Everness Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2012)
  • Empress of the Sun Join the adventure in 'Empress of the Sun' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Everness Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2013)

Publication Order of Future Fiction Books

1 books
  • The Fifth Dragon Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Fifth Dragon', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Future Fiction Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2014)

Publication Order of India 2047 Books

2 books
  • River of Gods The Publication Order of India 2047 Books series continues with 'River of Gods', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2004)
  • Cyberabad Days In 'Cyberabad Days', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of India 2047 Books saga.
    (2009)

Publication Order of Luna Books

4 books
  • New Moon In 'New Moon', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Luna Books saga.
    (2015)
  • Wolf Moon Experience the magic of 'Wolf Moon' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Luna Books universe.
    (2017)
  • Moon Rising The Publication Order of Luna Books series continues with 'Moon Rising', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2019)
  • The Menace from Farside 'The Menace from Farside' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Luna Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2019)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

10 books
  • Out on Blue Six In 'Out on Blue Six', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1989)
  • King of Morning, Queen of Day In 'King of Morning, Queen of Day', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1991)
  • The Broken Land / Hearts, Hands And Voices 'The Broken Land / Hearts, Hands And Voices' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ian McDonald.
    (1992)
  • Terminal Cafe Experience the magic of 'Terminal Cafe' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1994)
  • Scissors Cut Paper Wrap Stone Join the adventure in 'Scissors Cut Paper Wrap Stone' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ian McDonald.
    (1994)
  • Necroville The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Necroville', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (1994)
  • Sacrifice of Fools Join the adventure in 'Sacrifice of Fools' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ian McDonald.
    (1996)
  • Brasyl The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Brasyl', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2007)
  • The Dervish House Experience the magic of 'The Dervish House' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2009)
  • Hopeland 'Hopeland' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2023)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

8 books
  • Some Strange Desire 'Some Strange Desire' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (1993)
  • The Little Goddess In 'The Little Goddess', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2005)
  • The Djinn’s Wife Join the adventure in 'The Djinn’s Wife' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Ian McDonald.
    (2006)
  • The Tear In 'The Tear', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2008)
  • Vishnu at the Cat Circus Experience the magic of 'Vishnu at the Cat Circus' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2009)
  • Time Was Experience the magic of 'Time Was' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2018)
  • The Guile In 'The Guile', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2018)
  • Boy, with Accidental Dinosaur The Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Boy, with Accidental Dinosaur', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2026)

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

2 books
  • Empire Dreams The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Empire Dreams', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (1988)
  • Speaking In Tongues In 'Speaking In Tongues', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.
    (1992)

Publication Order of Collections

1 books
  • The Best of Ian McDonald In 'The Best of Ian McDonald', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Graphic Novels

1 books
  • Kling Klang Klatch Join the adventure in 'Kling Klang Klatch' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Graphic Novels series by Ian McDonald.
    (1992)

Publication Order of Elsewhere Books

1 books
  • Elsewhere Vol. III Join the adventure in 'Elsewhere Vol. III' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Elsewhere Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (1982)

Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books

121 books
  • San Francisco Noir 'San Francisco Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2002)
  • Seattle Noir Experience the magic of 'Seattle Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2003)
  • Bronx Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Bronx Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2003)
  • Brooklyn Noir Join the adventure in 'Brooklyn Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2004)
  • Hasidic Noir In 'Hasidic Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2004)
  • Brooklyn Noir 2 The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Brooklyn Noir 2', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2005)
  • Chicago Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Chicago Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2005)
  • Dublin Noir Experience the magic of 'Dublin Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2005)
  • Manhattan Noir Experience the magic of 'Manhattan Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2006)
  • Miami Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Miami Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2006)
  • D.C. Noir In 'D.C. Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2006)
  • Baltimore Noir Join the adventure in 'Baltimore Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2006)
  • Twin Cities Noir 'Twin Cities Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2006)
  • London Noir Join the adventure in 'London Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2006)
  • New Orleans Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'New Orleans Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2007)
  • Los Angeles Noir 'Los Angeles Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2007)
  • Wall Street Noir 'Wall Street Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2007)
  • Havana Noir Join the adventure in 'Havana Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2007)
  • Detroit Noir Join the adventure in 'Detroit Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2007)
  • Queens Noir 'Queens Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2008)
  • Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth In 'Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Toronto Noir 'Toronto Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2008)
  • Las Vegas Noir In 'Las Vegas Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Trinidad Noir 'Trinidad Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2008)
  • D.C. Noir 2 Join the adventure in 'D.C. Noir 2' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2008)
  • Manhattan Noir 2 In 'Manhattan Noir 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Paris Noir 'Paris Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2008)
  • Istanbul Noir In 'Istanbul Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Boston Noir Experience the magic of 'Boston Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2009)
  • Rome Noir 'Rome Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2009)
  • San Francisco Noir 2 The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'San Francisco Noir 2', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2009)
  • Portland Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Portland Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2009)
  • Delhi Noir In 'Delhi Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2009)
  • Phoenix Noir In 'Phoenix Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2009)
  • Los Angeles Noir 2 The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Los Angeles Noir 2', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2010)
  • Mexico City Noir Experience the magic of 'Mexico City Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2010)
  • Richmond Noir Join the adventure in 'Richmond Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2010)
  • Orange County Noir Join the adventure in 'Orange County Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2010)
  • Indian Country Noir In 'Indian Country Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Moscow Noir In 'Moscow Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Lone Star Noir Experience the magic of 'Lone Star Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2010)
  • Philadelphia Noir In 'Philadelphia Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Haiti Noir In 'Haiti Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Copenhagen Noir Join the adventure in 'Copenhagen Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2010)
  • Pittsburgh Noir In 'Pittsburgh Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2011)
  • San Diego Noir Join the adventure in 'San Diego Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2011)
  • Barcelona Noir 'Barcelona Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2011)
  • Cape Cod Noir 'Cape Cod Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2011)
  • New Jersey Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'New Jersey Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2011)
  • Staten Island Noir Experience the magic of 'Staten Island Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2012)
  • Mumbai Noir Join the adventure in 'Mumbai Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2012)
  • Long Island Noir 'Long Island Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2012)
  • Venice Noir Join the adventure in 'Venice Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2012)
  • Kingston Noir Experience the magic of 'Kingston Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2012)
  • St. Petersburg Noir Join the adventure in 'St. Petersburg Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2012)
  • Kansas City Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Kansas City Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2012)
  • Boston Noir 2 Join the adventure in 'Boston Noir 2' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2012)
  • USA Noir 'USA Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2013)
  • Manila Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Manila Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2013)
  • Buffalo Noir 'Buffalo Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2013)
  • Dallas Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Dallas Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2013)
  • Haiti Noir 2 In 'Haiti Noir 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2013)
  • Singapore Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Singapore Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2014)
  • Prison Noir 'Prison Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2014)
  • Tel Aviv Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Tel Aviv Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2014)
  • Tehran Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Tehran Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2014)
  • Belfast Noir Experience the magic of 'Belfast Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2014)
  • Helsinki Noir Join the adventure in 'Helsinki Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2014)
  • Rio Noir 'Rio Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2014)
  • Providence Noir In 'Providence Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2015)
  • Chicago Noir: The Classics Join the adventure in 'Chicago Noir: The Classics' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2015)
  • Memphis Noir Experience the magic of 'Memphis Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2015)
  • Zagreb Noir Join the adventure in 'Zagreb Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2015)
  • Marseille Noir Experience the magic of 'Marseille Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2015)
  • Beirut Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Beirut Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2015)
  • New Orleans Noir: The Classics 'New Orleans Noir: The Classics' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2016)
  • Stockholm Noir Experience the magic of 'Stockholm Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2016)
  • Brussels Noir Join the adventure in 'Brussels Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2016)
  • Mississippi Noir Join the adventure in 'Mississippi Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2016)
  • St. Louis Noir Join the adventure in 'St. Louis Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2016)
  • Prague Noir Join the adventure in 'Prague Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2016)
  • San Juan Noir Experience the magic of 'San Juan Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2016)
  • Oakland Noir 'Oakland Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2017)
  • Trinidad Noir: The Classics The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Trinidad Noir: The Classics', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2017)
  • Atlanta Noir 'Atlanta Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2017)
  • New Haven Noir Join the adventure in 'New Haven Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2017)
  • Montana Noir In 'Montana Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2017)
  • Buenos Aires Noir Join the adventure in 'Buenos Aires Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2017)
  • Montreal Noir 'Montreal Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2017)
  • Berlin Noir Experience the magic of 'Berlin Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2018)
  • São Paulo Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'São Paulo Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2018)
  • Santa Cruz Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Santa Cruz Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2018)
  • Lagos Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Lagos Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2018)
  • Marrakech Noir In 'Marrakech Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2018)
  • Baghdad Noir In 'Baghdad Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2018)
  • Vancouver Noir Experience the magic of 'Vancouver Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2018)
  • Sydney Noir In 'Sydney Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2018)
  • Hong Kong Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Hong Kong Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2018)
  • Amsterdam Noir Join the adventure in 'Amsterdam Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2019)
  • Milwaukee Noir Experience the magic of 'Milwaukee Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2019)
  • Houston Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Houston Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2019)
  • Nairobi Noir 'Nairobi Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2020)
  • Columbus Noir Experience the magic of 'Columbus Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2020)
  • Santa Fe Noir In 'Santa Fe Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Alabama Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Alabama Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2020)
  • Berkeley Noir In 'Berkeley Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Addis Ababa Noir Join the adventure in 'Addis Ababa Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2020)
  • Tampa Bay Noir Join the adventure in 'Tampa Bay Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2020)
  • Miami Noir: The Classics In 'Miami Noir: The Classics', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Accra Noir In 'Accra Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Belgrade Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Belgrade Noir', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2020)
  • Palm Springs Noir In 'Palm Springs Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2021)
  • Paris Noir: The Suburbs Join the adventure in 'Paris Noir: The Suburbs' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2022)
  • Denver Noir Join the adventure in 'Denver Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2022)
  • South Central Noir In 'South Central Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2022)
  • Cleveland Noir In 'Cleveland Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2023)
  • East Jerusalem Noir Join the adventure in 'East Jerusalem Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2023)
  • West Jerusalem Noir 'West Jerusalem Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2023)
  • Honolulu Noir Experience the magic of 'Honolulu Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2024)
  • Sacramento Noir Join the adventure in 'Sacramento Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Ian McDonald.
    (2025)
  • Hamburg Noir In 'Hamburg Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Anthologies

72 books
  • The Year's Best Fantasy: Second Annual Collection Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Fantasy: Second Annual Collection', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (1989)
  • Digital Dreams 'Digital Dreams' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (1990)
  • Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, August 1990 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, August 1990', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (1990)
  • Isaac Asimov's Mars Experience the magic of 'Isaac Asimov's Mars' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1991)
  • The Dedalus Book of Femmes Fatales Join the adventure in 'The Dedalus Book of Femmes Fatales' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (1991)
  • The Year's Best Science Fiction: Eighth Annual Collection Join the adventure in 'The Year's Best Science Fiction: Eighth Annual Collection' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (1991)
  • Dante's Disciples In 'Dante's Disciples', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1991)
  • Destination Unknown The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Destination Unknown', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (1991)
  • The Year's Best Science Fiction: Ninth Annual Collection 'The Year's Best Science Fiction: Ninth Annual Collection' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (1992)
  • Under African Skies Experience the magic of 'Under African Skies' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1993)
  • Omni Best Science Fiction Three The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Omni Best Science Fiction Three', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (1993)
  • The Year's Best Science Fiction: Tenth Annual Collection In 'The Year's Best Science Fiction: Tenth Annual Collection', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1993)
  • Tales of the Wandering Jew In 'Tales of the Wandering Jew', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1993)
  • Blue Motel 'Blue Motel' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (1994)
  • Tombs In 'Tombs', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1994)
  • Seventh Annual Collection Join the adventure in 'Seventh Annual Collection' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (1994)
  • Heaven Sent 'Heaven Sent' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (1995)
  • The Mammoth Book of Best New Science Fiction 11th Annual Collection The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Mammoth Book of Best New Science Fiction 11th Annual Collection', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (1997)
  • Dying for It The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Dying for It', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (1997)
  • Tales in Space Join the adventure in 'Tales in Space' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (1998)
  • The Year's Best Science Fiction: Fifteenth Annual Collection In 'The Year's Best Science Fiction: Fifteenth Annual Collection', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1998)
  • Nanotech Experience the magic of 'Nanotech' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1998)
  • Future War 'Future War' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (1999)
  • Moon Shots The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Moon Shots', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (1999)
  • The Furthest Horizon 'The Furthest Horizon' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2000)
  • Futures Experience the magic of 'Futures' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2001)
  • Worldmakers 'Worldmakers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2001)
  • Future Sports The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Future Sports', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2002)
  • Mars Probes 'Mars Probes' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2002)
  • 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, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2003)
  • Constellations Experience the magic of 'Constellations' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2005)
  • Asimov's Science Fiction, June 2005 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Asimov's Science Fiction, June 2005', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2005)
  • The Best of the Best: 20 Years of the Best Short Science Fiction Novels In 'The Best of the Best: 20 Years of the Best Short Science Fiction Novels', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2005)
  • The Mammoth Book of Extreme Science Fiction Join the adventure in 'The Mammoth Book of Extreme Science Fiction' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2006)
  • The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Third Annual Collection Join the adventure in 'The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Third Annual Collection' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2006)
  • The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Fourth Annual Collection Experience the magic of 'The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Fourth Annual Collection' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2007)
  • The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume 1 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume 1', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2007)
  • The Best of the Best, Vol 2 Join the adventure in 'The Best of the Best, Vol 2' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2007)
  • The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Fourth Annual Collection Experience the magic of 'The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Fourth Annual Collection' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2007)
  • Galactic Empires In 'Galactic Empires', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2008)
  • The Starry Rift The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Starry Rift', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2008)
  • The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 21 Experience the magic of 'The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 21' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2008)
  • 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 Ian McDonald.
    (2008)
  • The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 22 'The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 22' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2008)
  • Fast Forward 2 Experience the magic of 'Fast Forward 2' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2008)
  • The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume 3 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume 3', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2009)
  • The Hugo Award Showcase: 2010 Volume The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Hugo Award Showcase: 2010 Volume', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2010)
  • We, Robots Experience the magic of 'We, Robots' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2010)
  • Masked 'Masked' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2010)
  • Life on Mars Join the adventure in 'Life on Mars' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2011)
  • Lightspeed Magazine, June 2011 Experience the magic of 'Lightspeed Magazine, June 2011' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2011)
  • Robots: The Recent A.I. In 'Robots: The Recent A.I.', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2012)
  • 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, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2012)
  • Other Worlds Than These 'Other Worlds Than These' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2012)
  • Superheroes Experience the magic of 'Superheroes' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2013)
  • Twelve Tomorrows 2013 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Twelve Tomorrows 2013', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2013)
  • Old Mars 'Old Mars' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2013)
  • Robot Uprisings In 'Robot Uprisings', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2014)
  • Reach for Infinity In 'Reach for Infinity', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2014)
  • The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume Nine Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume Nine', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2014)
  • The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-First Annual Collection The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-First Annual Collection', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2014)
  • Old Venus of Stories Join the adventure in 'Old Venus of Stories' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2015)
  • Clarkesworld: Year Seven In 'Clarkesworld: Year Seven', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2015)
  • The Best Science Fiction of the Year: Volume One In 'The Best Science Fiction of the Year: Volume One', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2016)
  • Galactic Empires In 'Galactic Empires', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2017)
  • The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-Fourth Annual Collection Join the adventure in 'The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-Fourth Annual Collection' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2017)
  • 2001: An Odyssey in Words The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with '2001: An Odyssey in Words', another thrilling entry from Ian McDonald.
    (2018)
  • The Best of British Fantasy 2018 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Best of British Fantasy 2018', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2019)
  • Stories of Hope and Wonder: In Support of UK's Healthcare Workers Join the adventure in 'Stories of Hope and Wonder: In Support of UK's Healthcare Workers' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2020)
  • The Year's Top Hard Science Fiction Stories 4 Join the adventure in 'The Year's Top Hard Science Fiction Stories 4' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2020)
  • Edited By Join the adventure in 'Edited By' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ian McDonald.
    (2020)
  • The Year's Top Hard Science Fiction Stories 9 'The Year's Top Hard Science Fiction Stories 9' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ian McDonald has created.
    (2025)

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Ian McDonald has written over 231 books across 14 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.

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