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ⓘ About Paul J. McAuley
Paul J. McAuley is an English author of fiction. He was born in 1955 and is the writer of over twenty novels in a variety of genres from crime and mystery to suspense thriller and even science fiction. He has penned several short story collections as well as a novella for the British science fiction television show Doctor Who as well as a popular music anthology of stories and more. McAuley has produced several thrillers based off of science fiction themes since 2001 that include Whole Wide World, The Secret of Life, and more. His work in fiction has won numerous awards. He is a huge fan of everything that has to do with science and has even been listed as one of 140 top most interesting Twitter users (Tweeters) on the behalf of Time magazine in 2013. He has won the Arthur C. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, Paul J. McAuley 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 Paul J. McAuley
Four Hundred Billion Stars
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Four Hundred Billion Stars Books with Four Hundred Billion Stars, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Secret Harmonies / Of the Fall
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Four Hundred Billion Stars Books with Secret Harmonies / Of the Fall, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Eternal Light
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Four Hundred Billion Stars Books with Eternal Light, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Child of the River
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Confluence Books with Child of the River, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Ancients of Days
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Confluence Books with Ancients of Days, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Shrine of Stars
Shrine of Stars continues the Publication Order of Confluence Books story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Quiet War
Conflict and courage define The Quiet War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Quiet War Books series by Paul J. McAuley that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Gardens of the Sun
Gardens of the Sun is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Quiet War Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Stories from the Quiet War
Conflict and courage define Stories from the Quiet War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Quiet War Books series by Paul J. McAuley that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
In the Mouth of the Whale
In the Mouth of the Whale continues the Publication Order of The Quiet War Books story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Evening's Empires
Evening's Empires continues the Publication Order of The Quiet War Books story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Life After Wartime
Conflict and courage define Life After Wartime, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Quiet War Books series by Paul J. McAuley that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Something Coming Through
Something Coming Through is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Something Coming Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Into Everywhere
Into Everywhere continues the Publication Order of Something Coming Books story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Something Happened Here, But We’re Not Quite Sure What It Was
Something Happened Here, But We’re Not Quite Sure What It Was is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Something Coming Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Red Dust
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Red Dust, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Pasquale's Angel
Pasquale's Angel continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fairyland
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Fairyland, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Making History
Making History is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Secret of Life
The Secret of Life is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Whole Wide World
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Whole Wide World, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
White Devils
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with White Devils, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Mind's Eye
Mind's Eye continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cowboy Angels
Cowboy Angels is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Players
Players continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Austral
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Austral, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
War of the Maps
Conflict and courage define War of the Maps, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Paul J. McAuley that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Secret Harmonies
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Secret Harmonies, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Beyond the Burn Line
Beyond the Burn Line continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Loss Protocol
Loss Protocol continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Temptation of Dr Stein
The Temptation of Dr Stein continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Naming the Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in Naming the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series showcases Paul J. McAuley's mastery of suspense.
City of the Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in City of the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series showcases Paul J. McAuley's mastery of suspense.
Dr Pretorius and the Lost Temple
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Dr Pretorius and the Lost Temple, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
The King of the Hill
The King of the Hill is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Invisible Country
The Invisible Country is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Little Machines
Little Machines is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Brazil
Brazil is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Year's Best SF
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Year's Best SF 2
Year's Best SF 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Year's Best SF 3
Year's Best SF 3 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 4
Year's Best SF 4 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 5
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 5, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Year's Best SF 6
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 6, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Year's Best SF 7
Year's Best SF 7 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Year's Best SF 8
Year's Best SF 8 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 9
Year's Best SF 9 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Year's Best SF 10
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 10, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Year's Best SF 11
Year's Best SF 11 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Year's Best SF 12
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 12, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Year's Best SF 13
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 13, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Year's Best SF 14
Year's Best SF 14 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 15
Year's Best SF 15 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 16
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 16, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Year's Best SF 17
Year's Best SF 17 continues the Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best SF 18
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Year's Best SF Anthology Books with Year's Best SF 18, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Eye of the Tyger
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Doctor Who Short Stories/Novellas with Eye of the Tyger, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
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 Paul J. McAuley.
In Dreams
In Dreams is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Mammoth Book of Frankenstein
The Mammoth Book of Frankenstein is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley 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 Paul J. McAuley.
Dark Terrors 2
Dark Terrors 2 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Paul J. McAuley'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 Paul J. McAuley.
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 Paul J. McAuley.
Eleventh Annual Collection
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Eleventh Annual Collection, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
The Furthest Horizon
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Furthest Horizon, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Vanishing Acts
Vanishing Acts continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Paul J. McAuley'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 Paul J. McAuley.
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 Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Futures
Futures is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Space Soldiers
Conflict and courage define Space Soldiers, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Paul J. McAuley that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Supermen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Supermen, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 13
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 13, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Asimov's Science Fiction July 2002
Asimov's Science Fiction July 2002 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 15
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 15 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 14
The Mammoth Book of Best New Horror 14 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 16
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 16 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Hard SF Renaissance
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Hard SF Renaissance, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
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 Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best of the Best: 20 Years of the Best Short Science Fiction Novels
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best of the Best: 20 Years of the Best Short Science Fiction Novels, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Year's Best SF 11
Year's Best SF 11 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Space Opera Renaissance
The Space Opera Renaissance continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Future Weapons of War
Conflict and courage define Future Weapons of War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Paul J. McAuley that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Fourth Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Fourth Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 22
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 22, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Fast Forward 2
Conflict and courage define Fast Forward 2, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Paul J. McAuley that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 2, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
The Living Dead 2
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Living Dead 2 as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Paul J. McAuley's mastery of suspense.
Zombie Apocalypse!
Zombie Apocalypse! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Recent Weird
The Recent Weird continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Paul J. McAuley'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 Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Alien Contact
Alien Contact is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Ninth Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Ninth Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Mammoth Book of SF Wars
Conflict and courage define The Mammoth Book of SF Wars, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Paul J. McAuley that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Arc 1.2: Post Human Conditions
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Arc 1.2: Post Human Conditions, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 4
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 4, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Lightspeed Magazine, January 2015
Lightspeed Magazine, January 2015 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Aliens: Recent Encounters
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Aliens: Recent Encounters, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 5
The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 5 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Best New SF 26
Best New SF 26 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-First Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-First Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Science Fiction of the Year: Volume One
The Best Science Fiction of the Year: Volume One is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
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 Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Galactic Empires
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Galactic Empires, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-Fourth Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-Fourth Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
The Year’s Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2017
The Year’s Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2017 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
In the Footsteps of Dracula
In the Footsteps of Dracula continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Paul J. McAuley's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
2001: An Odyssey in Words
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with 2001: An Odyssey in Words, another outstanding contribution from Paul J. McAuley.
Clarkesworld Year Ten: Volume One
Clarkesworld Year Ten: Volume One is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
Burning Brightly
Burning Brightly is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Paul J. McAuley have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Paul J. McAuley?
Paul J. McAuley is a bestselling author known for 11 book series containing over 111 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Four Hundred Billion Stars Books, Publication Order of Confluence Books, Publication Order of The Quiet War Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Paul J. McAuley series to start with?
For readers new to Paul J. McAuley's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 54 books. Begin with The Mammoth Book of Vampires to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Paul J. McAuley written?
Paul J. McAuley has written over 111 books across 11 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Paul J. McAuley books in order?
Yes, reading Paul J. McAuley'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 Paul J. McAuley write in?
Paul J. McAuley writes primarily in fiction. With 11 series across 111 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Paul J. McAuley's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Paul J. McAuley'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 Paul J. McAuley's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Paul J. McAuley's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, The Mammoth Book of Vampires, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.