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ⓘ About Joe Haldeman
Joe Haldeman is an American author of fiction. Born on June 9, 1943, he is the brother of Jack C. Haldeman II and a Vietnam War veteran. He is known for The Forever War series, the Attar the Merman series under his pen name Robert Graham. He is the author of the Marsbound and Worlds series and contributed to the Star Trek Adventures series. He has written over twenty fiction novels and come out with five collections of poetry and short stories. Haldeman is a noted science fiction writer as well as a teacher, retiring after working for many years as an associate professor at M.I.T. teaching in the Department of Writing and Humanistic Studies. He is an active member and mentor of the writing community. He began writing when he was first drafted into the services of the Army way back in 1967. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, Joe Haldeman 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 Joe Haldeman
The Forever War
Conflict and courage define The Forever War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Forever Peace
Forever Peace continues the Publication Order of The Forever War Books story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Forever Free
Forever Free continues the Publication Order of The Forever War Books story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Forever War: Forever Free #1
Conflict and courage define The Forever War: Forever Free #1, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War: Forever Free Comic Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Forever War: Forever Free #2
Conflict and courage define The Forever War: Forever Free #2, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War: Forever Free Comic Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Forever War: Forever Free #3
Conflict and courage define The Forever War: Forever Free #3, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War: Forever Free Comic Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Forever War, Vol. 1: Private Mandella
Conflict and courage define The Forever War, Vol. 1: Private Mandella, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War: Graphic Novels series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Forever War 2: Lieutenant Mandella
Conflict and courage define The Forever War 2: Lieutenant Mandella, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War: Graphic Novels series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Forever War #1
Conflict and courage define The Forever War #1, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War (2017) Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Forever War #2
Conflict and courage define The Forever War #2, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War (2017) Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Forever War #3
Conflict and courage define The Forever War #3, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War (2017) Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Forever War #4
Conflict and courage define The Forever War #4, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War (2017) Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Forever War #5
Conflict and courage define The Forever War #5, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War (2017) Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Forever War #6
Conflict and courage define The Forever War #6, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Forever War (2017) Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Attar's Revenge
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Attar The Merman Books with Attar's Revenge, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
War of Nerves
Conflict and courage define War of Nerves, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Attar The Merman Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Worlds
Worlds is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Worlds Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Worlds Apart
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Worlds Books with Worlds Apart, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Worlds Enough and Time
Worlds Enough and Time is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Worlds Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Marsbound
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Marsbound Books with Marsbound, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Starbound
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Marsbound Books with Starbound, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Earthbound
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Marsbound Books with Earthbound, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Mindbridge
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Mindbridge, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Tool of the Trade
Tool of the Trade continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Long Habit of Living / Buying Time
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Long Habit of Living / Buying Time, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
The Hemingway Hoax
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Hemingway Hoax, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
1968
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with 1968, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
The Coming
The Coming is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Guardian
Guardian is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Camouflage
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Camouflage, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Old Twentieth
Old Twentieth continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Accidental Time Machine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Accidental Time Machine, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Work Done for Hire
Work Done for Hire is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Graves
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Graves, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Four Short Novels
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Four Short Novels, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
All My Sins Remembered
All My Sins Remembered continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Infinite Dreams
Infinite Dreams continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dealing in Futures
Dealing in Futures is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Vietnam and Other Alien Worlds
Vietnam and Other Alien Worlds is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
None So Blind
None So Blind continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Saul's Death and Other Poems
A gripping mystery unfolds in Saul's Death and Other Poems as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series showcases Joe Haldeman's mastery of suspense.
A Separate War and Other Stories
Conflict and courage define A Separate War and Other Stories, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Best of Joe Haldeman
The Best of Joe Haldeman continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
War Year
Conflict and courage define War Year, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
War Stories
Conflict and courage define War Stories, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Planet of Judgment
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Star Trek Adventures Books with Planet of Judgment, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
World Without End
World Without End is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Trek Adventures Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
The James Tiptree Award Anthology 2
Conflict and courage define The James Tiptree Award Anthology 2, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The James Tiptree Award Anthology Books series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
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 Joe Haldeman.
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 Joe Haldeman 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 Joe Haldeman'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 Joe Haldeman'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 Joe Haldeman.
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 Joe Haldeman.
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 Joe Haldeman 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 Joe Haldeman'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 Joe Haldeman 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 Joe Haldeman.
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 Joe Haldeman 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 Joe Haldeman.
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 Joe Haldeman.
Year's Best SF 14
Year's Best SF 14 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Joe Haldeman'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 Joe Haldeman'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 Joe Haldeman.
Year's Best SF 17
Year's Best SF 17 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Joe Haldeman'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 Joe Haldeman.
Orbit 11
Orbit 11 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Science Fiction
The Year's Best Science Fiction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Cosmic Laughter; Science Fiction for the Fun of It
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Cosmic Laughter; Science Fiction for the Fun of It, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Study War No More
Conflict and courage define Study War No More, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Best Science Fiction Stories of the Year: Sixth Annual Collection
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Best Science Fiction Stories of the Year: Sixth Annual Collection, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Rod Serling's Other Worlds
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Rod Serling's Other Worlds, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Shadows of Sanctuary
Shadows of Sanctuary is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Analog 3
Analog 3 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Nebula Awards 17
Conflict and courage define Nebula Awards 17, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Alien Stars
Alien Stars is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, April 1986
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, April 1986, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Body Armor
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Body Armor, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Supertanks
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Supertanks, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Battlefields Beyond Tomorrow
Conflict and courage define Battlefields Beyond Tomorrow, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
First Annual Collection
First Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Spacefighters
Conflict and courage define Spacefighters, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Demons & Dreams: The Best Fantasy and Horror 1
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Demons & Dreams: The Best Fantasy and Horror 1, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
A Separate Star: A Tribute to Rudyard Kipling
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with A Separate Star: A Tribute to Rudyard Kipling, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Third Annual Collection
Third Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, April 1990
Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, April 1990 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Drabble II: Double Century
Drabble II: Double Century continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, August 1990
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, August 1990, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, December 1990
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Isaac Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, December 1990, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
South From Midnight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with South From Midnight, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
The New Hugo Winners, Vol. 3
The New Hugo Winners, Vol. 3 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Asimov's Science Fiction, November 1994
Asimov's Science Fiction, November 1994 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Paragons
Paragons is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Year's Best SF
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Year's Best SF, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Far Horizons
Far Horizons continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Furthest Horizon
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Furthest Horizon, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Nebula Awards 34 (2000)
Conflict and courage define Nebula Awards 34 (2000), an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Vanishing Acts
Vanishing Acts continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Space Soldiers
Conflict and courage define Space Soldiers, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
I Have This Nifty Idea
I Have This Nifty Idea continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Supermen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Supermen, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Stars: Original Stories Based on the Songs of Janis Ian
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Stars: Original Stories Based on the Songs of Janis Ian, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
The Best of Fantasy and Science Fiction Magazine: Joe Haldeman and Others
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best of Fantasy and Science Fiction Magazine: Joe Haldeman and Others, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
The Hard SF Renaissance
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Hard SF Renaissance, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
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 Joe Haldeman.
Future Washington
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Future Washington, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Escape from Earth
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Escape from Earth, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Third Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Third Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Year's Best SF 11
Year's Best SF 11 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
Science Fiction: The Best of the Year, 2006
Science Fiction: The Best of the Year, 2006 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joe Haldeman have come to expect.
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 Joe Haldeman.
Nebula Awards 41 (2007)
Conflict and courage define Nebula Awards 41 (2007), an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Future Weapons of War
Conflict and courage define Future Weapons of War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Nebula Awards Showcase 2007
Conflict and courage define Nebula Awards Showcase 2007, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Warriors 1
Conflict and courage define Warriors 1, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Crucified Dreams
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Crucified Dreams, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Lightspeed: Year One
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Lightspeed: Year One, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
The Mammoth Book of SF Wars
Conflict and courage define The Mammoth Book of SF Wars, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Joe Haldeman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
You're Not Alone
You're Not Alone continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Joe Haldeman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Visions of the Future
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Visions of the Future, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
Bullet Points 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Bullet Points 2, another outstanding contribution from Joe Haldeman.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Joe Haldeman?
Joe Haldeman is a bestselling author known for 15 book series containing over 122 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Forever War Books, Publication Order of The Forever War: Forever Free Comic Books, Publication Order of The Forever War: Graphic Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Joe Haldeman series to start with?
For readers new to Joe Haldeman's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 56 books. Begin with Orbit 11 to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Joe Haldeman written?
Joe Haldeman has written over 122 books across 15 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Joe Haldeman books in order?
Yes, reading Joe Haldeman'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 Joe Haldeman write in?
Joe Haldeman writes primarily in fiction. With 15 series across 122 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Joe Haldeman's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Joe Haldeman'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 Joe Haldeman's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Joe Haldeman's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, Orbit 11, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.