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ⓘ About John Brunner
John Brunner was a renowned British novelist of science fiction, thriller, and fantasy novels. He has written a number of successful standalone novels in the science fiction/fantasy genre. Brunner has also written several spy fiction stories, short story collections, poetry, non-genre, pornography, and translation works. Some of the notable works of author Brunner include The Sheep Look Up, Stand on Zanzibar, The Jagged Orbit, The Shockwave Rider, etc. He is the winner of the 1969 Hugo Award for his 1968 book called Stand on Zanzibar. Brunner also won the BSFA award for the same book in the same year. His novel, The Jagged Orbit, also won the 1970 BSFA award. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, John Brunner 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 John Brunner
Castaway's World / Polymath
Castaway's World / Polymath is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Empire Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
The Space-Time Juggler
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Empire Books with The Space-Time Juggler, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Altar at Asconel
The Altar at Asconel is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Empire Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
A Plague On Both Your Causes
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Max Curfew Books with A Plague On Both Your Causes, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Good Men Do Nothing.
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Max Curfew Books with Good Men Do Nothing., another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Honky in the Woodpile
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Max Curfew Books with Honky in the Woodpile, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Brink
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Brink, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Catch a Falling Star / The Hundredth Millennium
Catch a Falling Star / The Hundredth Millennium continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Echo in the Skull / Give Warning to the World
Conflict and courage define Echo in the Skull / Give Warning to the World, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by John Brunner that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The World Swappers
The World Swappers continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Atlantic Abomination
Atlantic Abomination is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Sanctuary in the Sky
Sanctuary in the Sky is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
The Skynappers
The Skynappers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Slavers of Space / Into the Slave Nebula
Slavers of Space / Into the Slave Nebula is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
I Speak for Earth
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with I Speak for Earth, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Meeting at Infinity
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Meeting at Infinity, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Secret Agent of Terra / The Avengers of Carrig
The investigation intensifies in Secret Agent of Terra / The Avengers of Carrig, as this installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of John Brunner's creation.
The Super Barbarians
The Super Barbarians is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Times Without Number
Times Without Number continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Listen! The Stars! / The Stardroppers
Listen! The Stars! / The Stardroppers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
The Ladder in the Sky
The Ladder in the Sky continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Astronauts Must Not Land / More Things in Heaven
The Astronauts Must Not Land / More Things in Heaven is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Dreaming Earth
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Dreaming Earth, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Psionic Menace
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Psionic Menace, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Rites of Ohe
The Rites of Ohe is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
The Crutch of Memory
The Crutch of Memory is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Endless Shadow / Manshape
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Endless Shadow / Manshape, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
To Conquer Chaos
To Conquer Chaos continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Whole Man / The Telepathist
The Whole Man / The Telepathist continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Day of the Star Cities / Age of Miracles
The Day of the Star Cities / Age of Miracles is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Enigma from Tantalus
Enigma from Tantalus continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Long Result
The Long Result continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Martian Sphinx
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Martian Sphinx, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Squares of the City
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Squares of the City, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Wear the Butchers' Medal
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Wear the Butchers' Medal, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Repairmen of Cyclops
The Repairmen of Cyclops is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
A Planet of Your Own
A Planet of Your Own continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Productions of Time
The Productions of Time is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Quicksand
Quicksand continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Born Under Mars
Born Under Mars continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bedlam Planet
Bedlam Planet continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Stand on Zanzibar
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Stand on Zanzibar, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Black Is the Color
Black Is the Color is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Double, Double
Double, Double continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Jagged Orbit
The Jagged Orbit continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Timescoop
Timescoop is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
The Gaudy Shadows
The Gaudy Shadows is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
The Devil's Work
The Devil's Work continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Wrong End of Time
The Wrong End of Time is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
The Dramaturges of Yan
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Dramaturges of Yan, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Sheep Look Up
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Sheep Look Up, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Stone that Never Came Down
The Stone that Never Came Down continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Total Eclipse
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Total Eclipse, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Webs of Everywhere
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Webs of Everywhere, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Shockwave Rider
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Shockwave Rider, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Infinitive of Go
The Infinitive of Go is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Players at the Game of People
Players at the Game of People continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
While There's Hope
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with While There's Hope, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Great Steamboat Race
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Great Steamboat Race, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Crucible of Time
The Crucible of Time continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Tides of Time
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Tides of Time, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Shift Key
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Shift Key, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Days Of March
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Days Of March, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Children of the Thunder
Children of the Thunder continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Maze of Stars
A Maze of Stars continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Muddle Earth
Muddle Earth is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Galactic Storm
Galactic Storm continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Threshold of Eternity
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Threshold of Eternity, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Society of Time
The Society of Time continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
No Future in It
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with No Future in It, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Now Then!
Now Then! continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
No Other Gods But Me
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with No Other Gods But Me, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Out of My Mind
Out of My Mind continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Father of Lies / Mirror Image
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Father of Lies / Mirror Image, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Not Before Time
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Not Before Time, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Traveller in Black
The Traveller in Black continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Entry to Elsewhen
Entry to Elsewhen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Time-Jump
Time-Jump continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
From This Day Forward
Conflict and courage define From This Day Forward, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by John Brunner that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Book of John Brunner
The Book of John Brunner is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Tomorrow May Be Even Worse
Tomorrow May Be Even Worse is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Foreign Constellations
Foreign Constellations continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A New Settlement of Old Scores
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with A New Settlement of Old Scores, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Best of John Brunner
The Best of John Brunner is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Children of the Thunder / The Tides of Time / The Crucible of Time
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Children of the Thunder / The Tides of Time / The Crucible of Time, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Man Who Was Secrett and Other Stories
The Man Who Was Secrett 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 John Brunner have come to expect.
A Case of Painter's Ear
A Case of Painter's Ear is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chapbooks series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Alien Worlds
Alien Worlds is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, August 1966
The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, August 1966 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Dangerous Visions
Dangerous Visions is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Dangerous Visions 3
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Dangerous Visions 3, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
More Tales of Unease
More Tales of Unease is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Science Against Man
Science Against Man continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Stopwatch
Stopwatch continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wondermakers 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Wondermakers 2, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Late Great Future
The Late Great Future is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
John Creasey's Crime Collection, 1977
The investigation intensifies in John Creasey's Crime Collection, 1977, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of John Brunner's creation.
The Best of British SF 1
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best of British SF 1, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, December 1980
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, December 1980, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
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 John Brunner have come to expect.
Isaac Asimov's Near Futures and Far
Isaac Asimov's Near Futures and Far is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Tales From the Forbidden Planet
Tales From the Forbidden Planet continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
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 John Brunner have come to expect.
The Drabble Project
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Drabble Project, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
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 John Brunner.
The Pendragon Chronicles: Heroic Fantasy from the Time of King Arthur
Epic adventure awaits in The Pendragon Chronicles: Heroic Fantasy from the Time of King Arthur, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series that raises the stakes across the realm John Brunner has built.
Dark Fantasies
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Dark Fantasies, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Dark Voices 2
Dark Voices 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Beyond the Gate of Worlds
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Beyond the Gate of Worlds, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror Fourth Annual Collection
The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror Fourth Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fourth Annual Collection
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Fourth Annual Collection, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
After the King
After the King continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Touch Wood
Touch Wood is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Best New Horror 4
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Best New Horror 4, another outstanding contribution from John Brunner.
Dark Voices 6
Dark Voices 6 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Giant Book of Terror
The Giant Book of Terror continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ruby Slippers, Golden Tears
Ruby Slippers, Golden Tears continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Necronomicon
The Necronomicon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, March 1996
Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine, March 1996 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
The Williamson Effect
The Williamson Effect continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Strange Pleasures 2
Strange Pleasures 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
The Fleet
The Fleet continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Brunner's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
In the Shadow of Frankenstein
In the Shadow of Frankenstein is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Brunner have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is John Brunner?
John Brunner is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 123 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Empire Books, Publication Order of Max Curfew Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best John Brunner series to start with?
For readers new to John Brunner's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 61 books. Begin with The Brink to start from the very beginning.
How many books has John Brunner written?
John Brunner has written over 123 books across 7 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read John Brunner books in order?
Yes, reading John Brunner'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 John Brunner write in?
John Brunner writes primarily in fiction. With 7 series across 123 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are John Brunner's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of John Brunner'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 John Brunner's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, John Brunner's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, The Brink, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.