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ⓘ About Michael Marshall Smith
Michael Marshall Smith is an English author of fiction, bestselling novelist, and screenwriter. He was born in Cheshire in 1965. His first novel was titled Only Forward and was the winner of two big literary awards. His second novel was titled Spares. He works on screenplays for feature films and has worked on the BBC adaptation of Weaveworld. Michael Marshall Smith has not only worked in the writing world and television world with a pilot television series– he also has done two comedy series on the radio. Smith’s novel One of Us were actually both optioned to become films by Warner Brothers. The books of the Straw Men trilogy were bestsellers on an international level. His stories are also in two volumes. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, Michael Marshall Smith 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 Michael Marshall Smith
The Straw Men
The Straw Men is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Straw Men Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Upright Man / The Lonely Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Upright Man / The Lonely Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Straw Men Books series showcases Michael Marshall Smith's mastery of suspense.
Blood of Angels
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood of Angels as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Straw Men Books series showcases Michael Marshall Smith's mastery of suspense.
Ememess, Issue 1
Ememess, Issue 1 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ememess Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Ememess, Issue 2
Ememess, Issue 2 continues the Publication Order of Ememess Collections story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ememess, Issue 3
Ememess, Issue 3 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ememess Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Ememess, Issue 4
Ememess, Issue 4 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ememess Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Ememess, Issue 5
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ememess Collections with Ememess, Issue 5, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Ememess, Issue 6
Ememess, Issue 6 continues the Publication Order of Ememess Collections story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ememess, Issue 7
Ememess, Issue 7 continues the Publication Order of Ememess Collections story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ememess, Issue 8
Ememess, Issue 8 continues the Publication Order of Ememess Collections story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ememess, Issue 9
Ememess, Issue 9 continues the Publication Order of Ememess Collections story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Spares
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Spares, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
One of Us
One of Us is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Servants
The Servants continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hannah Green and Her Unfeasibly Mundane Existence
Hannah Green and Her Unfeasibly Mundane Existence is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Time Out
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Time Out, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Man Who Drew Cats
The Man Who Drew Cats is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Dark Land
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Dark Land, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
To Receive Is Better
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with To Receive Is Better, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
More Tomorrow
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with More Tomorrow, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Hell Hath Enlarged Herself
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Hell Hath Enlarged Herself, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Foreign Bodies
Foreign Bodies continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Vaccinator
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Vaccinator, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Handover
The Handover is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
What Happens When You Wake Up In The Night
What Happens When You Wake Up In The Night is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Sad, Dark Thing
Sad, Dark Thing continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Diet Hell
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Diet Hell, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
A Convenient Arrangement
A Convenient Arrangement continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Save As...
Save As... is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Being Right
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Being Right, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
When God Lived In Kentish Town
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with When God Lived In Kentish Town, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Missed Connection
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Missed Connection, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Seventeenth Kind
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Seventeenth Kind, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Autumn
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Autumn, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Later
Later is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Two Shot
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Two Shot, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Enough Pizza
Enough Pizza continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
More Bitter Than Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in More Bitter Than Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series showcases Michael Marshall Smith's mastery of suspense.
Maybe Next Time
Maybe Next Time continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Everybody Goes
Everybody Goes is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Fracture
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Fracture, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Getting Over
Getting Over is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
A Long Walk, For The Last Time
A Long Walk, For The Last Time continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Open Doors
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Open Doors, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Mammoth Books Presents Substitutions
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Mammoth Books Presents Substitutions, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Gist
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Gist, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
What You Make It
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with What You Make It, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Cat Stories
Cat Stories continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
More Tomorrow and Other Stories
More Tomorrow 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 Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Everything You Need
Everything You Need is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Best of Michael Marshall Smith
The Best of Michael Marshall Smith is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Cemetery Dance Select: Michael Marshall Smith
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Cemetery Dance Select Books with Cemetery Dance Select: Michael Marshall Smith, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Binary 2
Binary 2 continues the Publication Order of Kim Newman Short Story Collections story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Weirder Shadows Over Innsmouth
Weirder Shadows Over Innsmouth is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Shadows Over Innsmouth Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Waiting
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Lovecraft Squad Books with Waiting, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Dreaming
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Lovecraft Squad Books with Dreaming, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Anomaly
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anomaly Files Books with The Anomaly, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Possession
The Possession is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anomaly Files Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books with The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2011 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2011 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2015 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2015 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2016 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2016 Edition continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2017 Edition
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2017 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2018 Edition
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2018 Edition continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2019 Edition
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2019 Edition continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 1
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 1 continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 2
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, Volume 3
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, Volume 3 continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 4
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 4 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 5
The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 5 continues the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Two
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Two continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Three
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Three continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Four
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Four is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Five
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Five continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Six
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Six, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eight, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Nine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Nine, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Ten
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Ten is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Best of the Best Horror of the Year: 10 Years of Essential Short Horror Fiction
The Best of the Best Horror of the Year: 10 Years of Essential Short Horror Fiction continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eleven
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eleven, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Twelve
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Twelve is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Thirteen
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Thirteen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fifteen
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fifteen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Sixteen
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Sixteen continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Seventeen
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Seventeen continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Best New Horror 2
Best New Horror 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Darklands No 1
Darklands No 1 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Best New Horror 3
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Best New Horror 3, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Mammoth Book of Vampires
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Vampires, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Giant Book of Zombies
The Giant Book of Zombies continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Giant Book of Best New Horror
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Giant Book of Best New Horror, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Mammoth Book of Zombies
The Mammoth Book of Zombies is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Dark Voices 6
Dark Voices 6 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Anthology of Fantasy and the Supernatural
The Anthology of Fantasy and the Supernatural is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Giant Book of Terror
The Giant Book of Terror continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of Wolf Men / The Mammoth Book of Werewolves
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Wolf Men / The Mammoth Book of Werewolves, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Seventh Annual Collection
Seventh Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Best New Horror 5
Best New Horror 5 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Best New Horror 6
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Best New Horror 6, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Dark Terrors
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Dark Terrors, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Dark Terrors 2
Dark Terrors 2 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 7
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 7, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Year's Best Fantasy & Horror: Tenth Annual Collection
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Year's Best Fantasy & Horror: Tenth Annual Collection, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Lethal Kisses
Lethal Kisses explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Michael Marshall Smith.
Secret City
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Secret City, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Dark of the Night
Dark of the Night is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Dark Terrors 3
Dark Terrors 3 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
100 Fiendish Little Frightmares
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with 100 Fiendish Little Frightmares, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 8
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 8 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of Dracula
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Dracula, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Dark Terrors 4
Dark Terrors 4 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 9
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 9 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Binary 2
Binary 2 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 10
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 10 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Dark Terrors 5
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Dark Terrors 5, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Foursight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Foursight, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
October Dreams
October Dreams continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror, #11
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror, #11, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror, #12
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror, #12 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Tails of Wonder and Imagination
Tails of Wonder and Imagination continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Keep Out The Night
Keep Out The Night continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dark Terrors 6
Dark Terrors 6 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of New Terror
The Mammoth Book of New Terror continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Seventeenth Annual Collection
Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Seventeenth Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror, Vol. 15
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror, Vol. 15 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Best New Horror 16
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Best New Horror 16, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Shrouded by Darkness: Tales of Terror
Shrouded by Darkness: Tales of Terror continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The British Fantasy Society: A Celebration
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The British Fantasy Society: A Celebration, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
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 Michael Marshall Smith.
Summer Chills
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Summer Chills, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Mammoth Book of Monsters
The Mammoth Book of Monsters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Shroud 3
Shroud 3 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Best New Horror 19
Best New Horror 19 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best of Cemetery Dance II
The Best of Cemetery Dance II continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Dead That Walk
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead That Walk as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Michael Marshall Smith's mastery of suspense.
Hungry for Your Love
Hungry for Your Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Michael Marshall Smith.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Two
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Two continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Darkness: Two Decades of Modern Horror
Darkness: Two Decades of Modern Horror is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Best New Horror 21
Best New Horror 21 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Zombie Apocalypse!
Zombie Apocalypse! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Zombies: The Recent Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in Zombies: The Recent Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Michael Marshall Smith's mastery of suspense.
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The End of the Line
The End of the Line continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Visitants
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Visitants, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Haunts: Reliquaries of the Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in Haunts: Reliquaries of the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Michael Marshall Smith's mastery of suspense.
A Book of Horrors
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with A Book of Horrors, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Swallowed by the Cracks
Swallowed by the Cracks continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Best New Horror 22
Best New Horror 22 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Recent Weird
The Recent Weird continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Cthulhu: The Recent Weird
New Cthulhu: The Recent Weird is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Mammoth Book of Body Horror
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Body Horror, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Mammoth Books Presents The Unexpected
Mammoth Books Presents The Unexpected continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mammoth Books presents Monsters in Our Midst
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Mammoth Books presents Monsters in Our Midst, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Best New Horror 23
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Best New Horror 23, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Hauntings
Hauntings continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Weirder Shadows Over Innsmouth
Weirder Shadows Over Innsmouth is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Bad Seeds: Evil Progeny
Bad Seeds: Evil Progeny continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fearie Tales
Fearie Tales continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Flotsam Fantastique: The Souvenir Book of World Fantasy Convention 2013
Flotsam Fantastique: The Souvenir Book of World Fantasy Convention 2013 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Psychomania: Killer Stories
A gripping mystery unfolds in Psychomania: Killer Stories as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Michael Marshall Smith's mastery of suspense.
Mister October, Volume I: An Anthology in Memory of Rick Hautala
Mister October, Volume I: An Anthology in Memory of Rick Hautala is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Best New Horror 25
Best New Horror 25 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Horrorology
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Horrorology, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Darker Terrors 7
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Darker Terrors 7, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
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 Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
Ten Tall Tales: And Twisted Limericks
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Ten Tall Tales: And Twisted Limericks, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Detours
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Detours, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
In the Footsteps of Dracula
In the Footsteps of Dracula continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Best New Horror 28
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Best New Horror 28, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Mammoth Book of Nightmare Stories
The Mammoth Book of Nightmare Stories continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Terrifying Tales to Tell at Night
Terrifying Tales to Tell at Night is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Michael Marshall Smith have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eleven
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eleven, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
Best New Horror #30
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Best New Horror #30, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Mammoth Book of Folk Horror
The Mammoth Book of Folk Horror continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Best New Horror #31
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Best New Horror #31, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen, another outstanding contribution from Michael Marshall Smith.
All Hallows Eve
All Hallows Eve continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Michael Marshall Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Michael Marshall Smith?
Michael Marshall Smith is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 184 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Straw Men Books, Publication Order of Ememess Collections, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Michael Marshall Smith series to start with?
For readers new to Michael Marshall Smith's work, the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 30 books. Begin with The Man Who Drew Cats to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Michael Marshall Smith written?
Michael Marshall Smith has written over 184 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Michael Marshall Smith books in order?
Yes, reading Michael Marshall Smith'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 Michael Marshall Smith write in?
Michael Marshall Smith writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 184 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Michael Marshall Smith's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Michael Marshall Smith'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 Michael Marshall Smith's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Michael Marshall Smith's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series. The first book, The Man Who Drew Cats, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.