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ⓘ About R.A. Lafferty
Raphael Aloysius Lafferty was an American fantasy and science fiction author published under the penname R.A Lafferty. He is best known for his unique use of metaphor, language, narrative structure, and etymological wit. He also authored a historical book, a set of four autobiographical novels, and different stories that are loosely historical fiction. Eight of the twenty-one stories in this book were in the Best of R.A. Lafferty collection, although it in no way diminishes the brilliance of the other works. It isn’t easy to compare Lafferty’s stories to one another as they all are brilliantly written, and any best-of compilation would only be a random selection from a pool where any story may qualify. The Six Fingers of Time is one of his more famous works. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, R.A. Lafferty 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 R.A. Lafferty
The Flame is Green
The Flame is Green is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Coscuin Chronicles Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Half a Sky
Half a Sky is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Coscuin Chronicles Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
The Devil Is Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Devil Is Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The Devil Is Dead Trilogy Books series showcases R.A. Lafferty's mastery of suspense.
Archipelago
Archipelago continues the Publication Order of The Devil Is Dead Trilogy Books story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
More Than Melchisedech
More Than Melchisedech is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Devil Is Dead Trilogy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Past Master
Past Master is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
The Reefs of Earth
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Reefs of Earth, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Space Chantey
Space Chantey is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Fourth Mansions
Fourth Mansions is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
The Fall of Rome
The Fall of Rome is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Arrive at Easterwine
Arrive at Easterwine continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Okla Hannali
Okla Hannali is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Not to Mention Camels
Not to Mention Camels continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Aurelia
Aurelia continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Annals of Klepsis
Annals of Klepsis is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Tales of Midnight
Tales of Midnight is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Serpent's Egg
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Serpent's Egg, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Sindbad
Sindbad is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Iron Tears
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Iron Tears, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Adam Had Three Brothers
Adam Had Three Brothers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
The Six Fingers of Time
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Six Fingers of Time, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Through Other Eyes
Through Other Eyes is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
The Ugly Sea
The Ugly Sea is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
All the People
All the People is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
In the Garden
In the Garden is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Aloys
Aloys continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sodom and Gomorrah, Texas
Sodom and Gomorrah, Texas continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Slow Tuesday Night
Slow Tuesday Night is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Alaric
Alaric continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Groaning Hinges of the World
Groaning Hinges of the World continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Eurema's Dam
Eurema's Dam is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Horns on Their Heads
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Horns on Their Heads, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Funnyfingers & Cabrito
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Funnyfingers & Cabrito, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
The Back Door Of History
The Back Door Of History is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Strange Skies
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Strange Skies, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
True Believers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with True Believers, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Promontory Goats
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Promontory Goats, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Mischief Malicious
Mischief Malicious is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Dream World
Dream World continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
McGonigal's Worm
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with McGonigal's Worm, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
The Polite People of Pudibundia
The Polite People of Pudibundia is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
The Weirdest World
The Weirdest World is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Nine Hundred Grandmothers
Nine Hundred Grandmothers continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Strange Doings
Strange Doings continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Does Anyone Else Have Something Further to Add?
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with Does Anyone Else Have Something Further to Add?, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Apocalypses
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with Apocalypses, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Ringing Changes
Ringing Changes is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Golden Gate and Other Stories
Golden Gate and Other Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Snake In His Bosom And Other Stories
Snake In His Bosom And Other Stories continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Man Who Made Models and Other Stories
Man Who Made Models and Other Stories continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Slippery And Other Stories
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with Slippery And Other Stories, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
East of Laughter
East of Laughter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Dotty
Dotty is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Lafferty in Orbit
Lafferty in Orbit continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Man Who Made Models
The Man Who Made Models continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Man Who Walked Through Cracks
The Man Who Walked Through Cracks is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
The Best of R. A. Lafferty
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with The Best of R. A. Lafferty, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
It's Down the Slippery Cellar Stairs
It's Down the Slippery Cellar Stairs continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cranky Old Man From Tulsa
Cranky Old Man From Tulsa is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Tales Of Chicago
Tales Of Chicago is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Science Fiction Oddities
Science Fiction Oddities is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Dangerous Visions 3
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Dangerous Visions 3, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Orbit 6
Orbit 6 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Alchemy and Academe
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Alchemy and Academe, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
This Side of Infinity
This Side of Infinity continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Young Demons
Young Demons continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Alpha 3
Alpha 3 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Frontiers 1: Tomorrow's Alternatives
Frontiers 1: Tomorrow's Alternatives continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Demon Kind
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Demon Kind, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow...
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow..., another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Other Dimensions
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Other Dimensions, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Future Corruption
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Future Corruption, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Antigrav
Antigrav is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
The Year's Best Horror Stories: Series IV
The Year's Best Horror Stories: Series IV is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Whispers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Whispers, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Chrysalis Volume 2
Chrysalis Volume 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Chrysalis 3
Chrysalis 3 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Chrysalis 4
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Chrysalis 4, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Chrysalis 6
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Chrysalis 6, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
The Berkley Showcase: Vol. 2
The Berkley Showcase: Vol. 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.A. Lafferty have come to expect.
Chrysalis 8
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Chrysalis 8, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
The Berkley Showcase: Vol. 4
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Berkley Showcase: Vol. 4, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Perpetual Light
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Perpetual Light, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Great Tales of Fantasy and Science Fiction
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Great Tales of Fantasy and Science Fiction, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Terry's Universe: Science fiction's finest writers join in honoring the memory of Terry Carr
Terry's Universe: Science fiction's finest writers join in honoring the memory of Terry Carr continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Now We Are Sick
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Now We Are Sick, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror Fourth Annual Collection
The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror Fourth Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fourth Annual Collection
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Fourth Annual Collection, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Explorers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Explorers, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Supermen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Supermen, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Futures Past
Futures Past continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with R.A. Lafferty's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Mammoth Book of Extreme Fantasy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Extreme Fantasy, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
More Fantastic Stories
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with More Fantastic Stories, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
The Wesleyan Anthology of Science Fiction
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Wesleyan Anthology of Science Fiction, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
Feast of Laughter: Volume 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Feast of Laughter: Volume 2, another outstanding contribution from R.A. Lafferty.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is R.A. Lafferty?
R.A. Lafferty is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 95 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Coscuin Chronicles Books, Publication Order of The Devil Is Dead Trilogy Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best R.A. Lafferty series to start with?
For readers new to R.A. Lafferty's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 35 books. Begin with Science Fiction Oddities to start from the very beginning.
How many books has R.A. Lafferty written?
R.A. Lafferty has written over 95 books across 7 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read R.A. Lafferty books in order?
Yes, reading R.A. Lafferty'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 R.A. Lafferty write in?
R.A. Lafferty writes primarily in fiction. With 7 series across 95 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are R.A. Lafferty's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of R.A. Lafferty'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 R.A. Lafferty's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, R.A. Lafferty's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, Science Fiction Oddities, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.