About M. John Harrison
About M. John Harrison The British author Michael John Harrison, aka M. John Harrison, is well regarded for his science-fiction and fantasy novels. Reaching a huge audience of readers worldwide, he’s made a name for himself with his imaginative and creative perspective of the genres. Taking readers on a journey essentially, he allows them to lose themselves in his words and work, providing them with a fresh and unique insight. From short stories to long-form novels, he’s a versatile writer as well, with a lot to say offer within his particular field and genre. Also writing under the pseudonym of Gabriel King, he’s also been known to write with fellow author Jane Johnson under his pen-name. Working as an English critic too, he provides an in-depth look at genre fiction, sa
Publication Order of Kefahuchi Tract Books
3 books in seriesPublication Order
- Light(2002)
- Nova Swing(2006)
- Empty Space(2012)
Publication Order of Viriconium Books
4 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Pastel City(1971)
- A Storm of Wings(1980)
- The Floating Gods / In Viriconium(1982)
- Viriconium Nights(1984)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
6 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Committed Men(1971)
- The Centauri Device(1974)
- Climbers(1989)
- The Course of the Heart(1992)
- Signs of Life(1997)
- The Sunken Land Begins to Rise Again(2020)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
3 books in seriesPublication Order
- Anima(2005)
- Cave & Julia(2013)
- The 4th Domain(2014)
Publication Order of Graphic Novels
1 books in seriesPublication Order
- Luck in the Head(1991)
Publication Order of Collections
6 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Machine in Shaft Ten and Other Stories(1975)
- The Ice Monkey and Other Stories(1983)
- Travel Arrangements(2000)
- Things That Never Happen(2003)
- You Should Come With Me Now(2017)
- Settling the World(2020)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
1 books in seriesPublication Order
- Wish I Was Here(2023)
Publication Order of Knot Garden Books
2 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Knot Garden(2001)
- Nonesuch(2002)
Publication Order of Tag, the Cat Books
2 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Wild Road(1997)
- The Golden Cat(1998)
Publication Order of Contemporary Writers: Critical Essays Books
1 books in seriesPublication Order
- M. John Harrison: Critical Essays(2019)
Publication Order of Anthologies
13 books in seriesPublication Order
- New Writings In SF-12(1968)
- New Writings in SF-13(1968)
- New Worlds 6(1975)
- The Year's Best Horror Stories: Series XI(1983)
- First Annual Collection(1988)
- Demons & Dreams: The Best Fantasy and Horror 1(1988)
- Tarot Tales(1989)
- The Year's Best Fantasy: Second Annual Collection(1989)
- Best New Horror 4(1993)
- The Giant Book of Terror(1994)
- Best New Horror 6(1995)
- The New Weird(2008)
- Collected Stories(2023)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is M. John Harrison?
M. John Harrison is a bestselling author known for 11 book series. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide with compelling characters and intricate plots.
What is the best M. John Harrison book series to start with?
We recommend starting with Publication Order of Kefahuchi Tract Books as it is one of the most popular and longest-running series by this author.
How many books has M. John Harrison written?
M. John Harrison has written over 42 books across 11 different series, making them one of the most prolific authors in their genre.