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ⓘ About Sam J. Miller
Author Sam J. Miller grew up in Hudson, New York, where his family owned and ran a butcher shop. He is the last in a long line of butchers, as his dad was a butcher and his dad’s dad before him was a butcher. Their butcher shop failed when Sam was only seventeen and the small town they lived in was eaten up by Wal-Mart. Ever since, he has been a vegetarian. He has worked as a grocery bagger, a film critic, a secretary, a community organizer, a painter’s assistant and model, and played guitar in a punk band. During high school, he was called the Most Valuable Swimmer, as he was the only swimmer that did not get kicked off of the team. Miller has been married to a man, who works as a nurse practitioner, he finds smarter and more handsome than himself. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, Sam J. Miller 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 Sam J. Miller
The Art of Starving
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Art of Starving, another outstanding contribution from Sam J. Miller.
Blackfish City
Blackfish City continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Destroy All Monsters
Destroy All Monsters continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Blade Between
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Blade Between, another outstanding contribution from Sam J. Miller.
The Heat of Us: Notes Toward an Oral History
Conflict and courage define The Heat of Us: Notes Toward an Oral History, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Sam J. Miller that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Future of Hunger in the Age of Programmable Matter
The Future of Hunger in the Age of Programmable Matter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sam J. Miller have come to expect.
Let All the Children Boogie
Let All the Children Boogie continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Kid Wolf and Kraken Boy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Kid Wolf and Kraken Boy, another outstanding contribution from Sam J. Miller.
Boys, Beasts & Men
Boys, Beasts & Men is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sam J. Miller have come to expect.
The Lost Library: Gay Fiction Rediscovered
The Lost Library: Gay Fiction Rediscovered continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best of Electric Velocipede
The Best of Electric Velocipede continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Year's Best Young Adult Speculative Fiction 2013
Year's Best Young Adult Speculative Fiction 2013 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wilde Stories 2014: The Year's Best Gay Speculative Fiction
Wilde Stories 2014: The Year's Best Gay Speculative Fiction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sam J. Miller have come to expect.
The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2015
The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2015 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sam J. Miller have come to expect.
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 Sam J. Miller have come to expect.
The Best Science Fiction of the Year: Volume Two
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best Science Fiction of the Year: Volume Two, another outstanding contribution from Sam J. Miller.
Wilde Stories 2017: The Year's Best Gay Speculative Fiction
Wilde Stories 2017: The Year's Best Gay Speculative Fiction continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
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 Sam J. Miller 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 Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A People's Future of the United States: Speculative Fiction from 25 Extraordinary Writers
A People's Future of the United States: Speculative Fiction from 25 Extraordinary Writers continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Clarkesworld Year Ten: Volume Two
Clarkesworld Year Ten: Volume Two continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The New Voices of Science Fiction
The New Voices of Science Fiction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sam J. Miller have come to expect.
The Best of Uncanny
The Best of Uncanny continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Far Out: Recent Queer Science Fiction and Fantasy
Far Out: Recent Queer Science Fiction and Fantasy continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sam J. Miller's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Some of the Best of Tor.com 2021
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Some of the Best of Tor.com 2021, another outstanding contribution from Sam J. Miller.
Someone in Time
Someone in Time is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sam J. Miller have come to expect.
Lightspeed Magazine, Issue 153, February 2023
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Lightspeed Magazine, Issue 153, February 2023, another outstanding contribution from Sam J. Miller.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sam J. Miller?
Sam J. Miller is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 27 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Short Story Collections. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Sam J. Miller series to start with?
For readers new to Sam J. Miller's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 18 books. Begin with The Lost Library: Gay Fiction Rediscovered to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Sam J. Miller written?
Sam J. Miller has written over 27 books across 4 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Sam J. Miller books in order?
Yes, reading Sam J. Miller'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 Sam J. Miller write in?
Sam J. Miller writes primarily in fiction. With 4 series across 27 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Sam J. Miller's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Sam J. Miller'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 Sam J. Miller's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Sam J. Miller's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, The Lost Library: Gay Fiction Rediscovered, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.