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Lee Mandelo

Bestselling Author • 7 Series • 41 Books

7
Series
41
Books
7
Active

🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies
Start with: More Short Trips (1999)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
Start with: Though Smoke Shall Hide the Sun (2011)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
Start with: We Wuz Pushed (2012)

About Lee Mandelo

Other work of Lee’s can be found in magazines like Nightmare, Tor.com, and Uncanny, and his work has been reprinted in collections like Transcendent 2: The Year’s Best Transgender Speculative Fiction, ed. Bogi Takacs. He’s been a past nominee for various awards such as the Hugo, Nebula, and Lambda. The Lambda was for Transgender Fiction. As far as nonfiction and criticism goes, he is a regular contributor to Tor.com too, and not just the QSFF series, but also book reviews, and essay cycles such as “Safe as Life: A Four Part Essay on Maggie Stiefvater’s Raven Cycle”, and more. Lee also appears as a speaker for events for the lecture series Out to Lunch at the University of Connecticut once every great while. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies series, Lee Mandelo 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 Lee Mandelo

Publication Order of Standalone Novels
2 books 2021–2024
1

Summer Sons

Summer Sons continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2021
2

The Woods All Black

The Woods All Black is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2024
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
5 books 2011–2023
1

Though Smoke Shall Hide the Sun

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Though Smoke Shall Hide the Sun, another outstanding contribution from Lee Mandelo.

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2011
2

The Finite Canvas

The Finite Canvas continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
3

The Writ of Years

The Writ of Years is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2013
4

The Pigeon Summer

The Pigeon Summer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2016
5

Feed Them Silence

Feed Them Silence continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2023
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
2 books 2012–2025
1

We Wuz Pushed

We Wuz Pushed continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
2

Amplitudes: Stories of Queer and Trans Futurity

Amplitudes: Stories of Queer and Trans Futurity is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2025
Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies
17 books 1999–2017
1

More Short Trips

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies with More Short Trips, another outstanding contribution from Lee Mandelo.

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1999
2

Short Trips and Side Steps

Short Trips and Side Steps continues the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
3

Companions

Companions is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2003
4

Reprecussions

Reprecussions continues the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
5

Tales from the TARDIS: Volume 2: Multi-Doctor Stories

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies with Tales from the TARDIS: Volume 2: Multi-Doctor Stories, another outstanding contribution from Lee Mandelo.

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2004
6

Doctor Who: Short Trips: 2040

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies with Doctor Who: Short Trips: 2040, another outstanding contribution from Lee Mandelo.

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2004
7

The Solar System

The Solar System is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2005
8

The Centenarian

The Centenarian continues the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
9

The Ghosts of Christmas

The Ghosts of Christmas is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2007
10

Short Trips: Transmissions

Short Trips: Transmissions continues the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
11

The Doctor Who Stories

The Doctor Who Stories continues the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
12

Queers Dig Time Lords

Queers Dig Time Lords is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2013
13

Summer Falls and Other Stories

Summer Falls and Other Stories continues the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
14

Heroes and Monsters Collection

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies with Heroes and Monsters Collection, another outstanding contribution from Lee Mandelo.

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2015
15

The Twelve Doctors of Christmas

The Twelve Doctors of Christmas continues the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016
16

Doctor Who: Twelve Doctors of Christmas

Doctor Who: Twelve Doctors of Christmas is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2016
17

Red White and Who: The Story of Doctor Who in America

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies with Red White and Who: The Story of Doctor Who in America, another outstanding contribution from Lee Mandelo.

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2017
Publication Order of Conversation Pieces Books
1 books 2012–2012
1

We Wuz Pushed

We Wuz Pushed continues the Publication Order of Conversation Pieces Books story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books
5 books 2012–2016
1

Heiresses of Russ 2012

Heiresses of Russ 2012 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2012
2

Heiresses of Russ 2013

Heiresses of Russ 2013 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2013
3

Heiresses of Russ 2014

Heiresses of Russ 2014 continues the Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
4

Heiresses of Russ 2015

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books with Heiresses of Russ 2015, another outstanding contribution from Lee Mandelo.

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2015
5

Heiresses of Russ 2016

Heiresses of Russ 2016 continues the Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016
Publication Order of Anthologies
9 books 2012–2023
1

Beyond Binary

Beyond Binary continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
2

Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2012 Edition

Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2012 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2013
3

Heiresses of Russ 2013

Heiresses of Russ 2013 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2013
4

The Book of Apex: Volume 4

The Book of Apex: Volume 4 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Lee Mandelo's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
5

Tor.com: Selected Original Fiction, 2008-2012

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Tor.com: Selected Original Fiction, 2008-2012, another outstanding contribution from Lee Mandelo.

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2013
6

Letters to Tiptree

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Letters to Tiptree, another outstanding contribution from Lee Mandelo.

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2015
7

Transcendent 2

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Transcendent 2, another outstanding contribution from Lee Mandelo.

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2017
8

Rocket Fuel

Rocket Fuel is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2018
9

Uncanny Magazine, Issue 53, July/August 2023

Uncanny Magazine, Issue 53, July/August 2023 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Mandelo have come to expect.

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2023

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Lee Mandelo?

Lee Mandelo is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 41 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Lee Mandelo series to start with?

For readers new to Lee Mandelo's work, the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 17 books. Begin with More Short Trips to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Lee Mandelo written?

Lee Mandelo has written over 41 books across 7 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Lee Mandelo books in order?

Yes, reading Lee Mandelo'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 Lee Mandelo write in?

Lee Mandelo writes primarily in fiction. With 7 series across 41 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Lee Mandelo's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Lee Mandelo'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 Lee Mandelo's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Lee Mandelo's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Doctor Who Anthologies series. The first book, More Short Trips, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.