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William Browning Spencer

Bestselling Author • 6 Series • 46 Books

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Series
46
Books
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books
Start with: The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One (2009)
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Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
Start with: The Death of the Novel (1995)
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Publication Order of Collections
Start with: The Return of Count Electric, and Other Stories (1993)

About William Browning Spencer

Over the years, he has made a name for himself writing eclectic, eccentric, and quirky novels that are on the border of black comedy, fantasy, and horror. The author was born in Washington and currently makes his home in Austin, Texas. Even though William Browning Spencer has become quite a successful author, he began his career working as a typesetter and graphic artist. However, just like with writing, Spencer never had any formal training in graphic artistry as he had majored in English in college. He decided to pursue a career as a graphic artist since a friend of his hired him to work for him since he had been hired as an editor for a magazine. He learned much of what he now knows while on the job and even became very good before he decided to quit and become an author. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, William Browning Spencer 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 William Browning Spencer

Publication Order of Standalone Novels
4 books 1990–1998
1

Maybe I'll Call Anna

Maybe I'll Call Anna is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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1990
2

Résumé With Monsters

Résumé With Monsters continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
3

Zod Wallop

Zod Wallop continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
4

Irrational Fears

Irrational Fears is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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1998
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
4 books 1995–2008
1

The Death of the Novel

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Death of the Novel as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series showcases William Browning Spencer's mastery of suspense.

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1995
2

The Essayist in the Wilderness

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Essayist in the Wilderness, another outstanding contribution from William Browning Spencer.

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2002
3

The Tenth Muse

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Tenth Muse, another outstanding contribution from William Browning Spencer.

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2007
4

Penguins of the Apocalypse

Penguins of the Apocalypse is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2008
Publication Order of Collections
3 books 1993–2017
1

The Return of Count Electric, and Other Stories

The Return of Count Electric, and Other Stories continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1993
2

The Ocean and All Its Devices

The Ocean and All Its Devices continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
3

The Unorthodox Dr. Draper and Other Stories

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with The Unorthodox Dr. Draper and Other Stories, another outstanding contribution from William Browning Spencer.

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2017
Publication Order of Gothic Fantasy Books
1 books 2020–2020
1

Lovecraft Mythos New & Classic Collection

Lovecraft Mythos New & Classic Collection explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Gothic Fantasy Books series by William Browning Spencer.

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2020
Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books
18 books 2009–2025
1

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 William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2009
2

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 William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
3

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 William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
4

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 William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2012
5

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 William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
6

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 William Browning Spencer.

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2014
7

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 William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2015
8

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 William Browning Spencer.

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2016
9

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 William Browning Spencer.

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2017
10

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 William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2018
11

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 William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
12

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 William Browning Spencer.

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2019
13

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 William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2020
14

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 William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2021
15

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 William Browning Spencer.

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2022
16

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 William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2024
17

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 William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2024
18

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 William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2025
Publication Order of Anthologies
16 books 1991–2020
1

Borderlands 4

Borderlands 4 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1991
2

Ghosttide: Tales Of Horror, Dark Fantasy and Suspense

Ghosttide: Tales Of Horror, Dark Fantasy and Suspense continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
3

Christmas Magic

Magic takes center stage in Christmas Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by William Browning Spencer.

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1994
4

Eighth Annual Collection

Eighth Annual Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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1995
5

Wheel of Fortune

Wheel of Fortune continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
6

Year's Best SF

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Year's Best SF, another outstanding contribution from William Browning Spencer.

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1996
7

Eternal Lovecraft: The Persistence of HPL in Popular Culture

Eternal Lovecraft: The Persistence of HPL in Popular Culture explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by William Browning Spencer.

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1998
8

The Year's Best Science Fiction: Sixteenth Annual Collection

The Year's Best Science Fiction: Sixteenth Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
9

Witpunk

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Witpunk, another outstanding contribution from William Browning Spencer.

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2003
10

Subterranean

Subterranean continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
11

Twenty-First Annual Collection

Twenty-First Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
12

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 Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2009
13

The Recent Weird

The Recent Weird continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Browning Spencer's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
14

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 William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2011
15

The Book of Cthulhu II

The Book of Cthulhu II is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Browning Spencer have come to expect.

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2012
16

Lovecraft Mythos New & Classic Collection

Lovecraft Mythos New & Classic Collection explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by William Browning Spencer.

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2020

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is William Browning Spencer?

William Browning Spencer is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 46 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Collections. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best William Browning Spencer series to start with?

For readers new to William Browning Spencer's work, the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 18 books. Begin with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One to start from the very beginning.

How many books has William Browning Spencer written?

William Browning Spencer has written over 46 books across 6 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read William Browning Spencer books in order?

Yes, reading William Browning Spencer'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 William Browning Spencer write in?

William Browning Spencer writes primarily in fiction. With 6 series across 46 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are William Browning Spencer's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of William Browning Spencer'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 William Browning Spencer's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, William Browning Spencer's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series. The first book, The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.