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ⓘ About John Wiswell
About John Wiswell John Wiswell is a talented American fantasy novelist who calls the tree-filled areas of New York home. His work has reached a global audience, being translated into ten different languages. Notably, Wiswell received the 2021 Nebula Award for Best Short Story with ‘Open House on Haunted Hill,’ and the 2022 Locus Award for Best Novelette for ‘That Story Isn’t The Story.’ His storytelling abilities have also earned him finalist spots for the World Fantasy, Hugo, and British Fantasy Awards. Wiswell’s writing shines with its engaging narratives and well-developed characters. He brings a unique perspective to his stories, crafting protagonists that resonate with readers.
All Book Series by John Wiswell
The Dragon Has Some Complaints
Latest in the series · book 3 of 3 · published 2026
The Best of Every Day Fiction Three
Series opener · book 1 of 12 · published 2011
Uncanny Magazine Issue 69: March/April 2026
Latest in the series · book 12 of 12 · published 2026
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is John Wiswell?
About John Wiswell John Wiswell is a talented American fantasy novelist who calls the tree-filled areas of New York home. His work has reached a global audience, being translated into ten different languages. Notably, Wiswell received the 2021 Nebula Award for Best Short Story with 'Open House on Haunted Hill,' and the 2022 Locus Award for Best Novelette for 'That Story Isn't The Story.' His storytelling abilities have also earned him finalist spots for the World Fantasy, Hugo, and British Fantasy Awards.
Which John Wiswell series should I start with?
John Wiswell's books stand alone rather than forming a numbered series, so there is no reading order to follow. The natural first pick is Someone You Can Build a Nest In (2024).
How many books has John Wiswell written?
John Wiswell has 23 books catalogued in this guide, published between 2011 and 2026. They are filed under 3 categories rather than in numbered series — chiefly Anthologies, Short Stories/Novellas and Standalone Novels.
In what order should John Wiswell's series be read?
No reading order is needed: none of the 23 books catalogued here do not form a numbered series, so any title can be picked up first. Within each category they are listed by publication year.
How are John Wiswell's books organised into series?
This guide splits John Wiswell's 23 books into categories rather than numbered series: Anthologies (12 books); Short Stories/Novellas (8 books); Standalone Novels (3 books).