Order of Paksenarrion Books
The Paksenarrion universe, also known as the Paksworld universe, is a series of science fiction/fantasy novels by American author Elizabeth Moon. The original trilogy series, entitled Deed of Paksenarrion, follows Paksenarrion Dorthansdotter (aka Paks). Other series in the universe include Legacy of Gird and Paladin’s Legacy. (more…)
Order of Serrano Legacy Books
The Serrano Legacy is a series of sci-fi/space opera novels by American novelist Elizabeth Moon. The series is also known as the Familias Regnant series. (more…)
Order of Elizabeth Moon Books
Elizabeth Moon is an American author of military science fiction and fantasy novels. She writes the Paksenarrion universe series, Familias Regnant universe (aka the Serrano Legacy) series and Vatta’s War series. Elizabeth got her Bachelor’s degree in History from Rice University before joining the U.S. Marines. Her sci-fi novels largely have military themes, but also cover other themes such as biology and politics. She has won the 1989 Compton Crook Award for Sheepfarmer’s Daughter, the 2003 Nebula Award for Best Novel for the novel The Speed of Dark and the 2007 Robert A. Heinlein Award. Besides writing, she is also a musician and a fencer. (more…)
Order of Jilliane Hoffman Books
Jilliane Hoffman is an American author of legal suspense and thriller novels. She writes the C.J. Townsend series. Before becoming an author, Jilliane worked as an Assistant State Attorney in Florida from 1992 until 1996, then worked as the Regional Legal Advisor for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. She lives in South Florida with her husband and two children. (more…)
Order of Silo Books
Silo (aka Wool) is a series of dystopian science fiction novellas and novels by American author Hugh Howey. The series is set on a post-apocalyptic Earth, where humanity survives in Silos beneath the surface. The series follows Sheriff Holston, along with Juliette, Mayor Jahns and Deputy Marnes as they try to unravel the secrets of the Silo. (more…)
Order of Bern Saga Books
The Bern Saga is a series of science fiction novels by American novelist Hugh Howey. The series’ central character (and title character of each of the novels) is Molly Fyde, an orphaned teenage girl who is enlisted in the Flight Academy. (more…)
Order of Hugh Howey Books
Hugh Howey is an American author of science fiction. He writes the Wool/Silo series as well as the Molly Fyde/Bern Saga series. His Wool series has been picked up in 17 countries for translation, and the film rights have been purchased by Ridley Scott and Steve Zaillian. Aside from writing, Hugh enjoys photography. He resides in Jupiter, Florida with his wife Amber and their dog Bella. (more…)
Order of Inspector Barnaby Books
Detective Chief Inspector Tom Barnaby is the central character in a series of mystery/detective fiction novels by English author Caroline Graham. He is based out of Causton, a fictional town in southeast England and mostly deals with murders that occur in the English countryside. He is a methodical, yet perceptive detective. The series has been adapted into the television drama Midsomer Murders, where the character is portrayed by John Nettles. (more…)
Order of Caroline Graham Books
Caroline Graham is an English author of mystery novels, in addition to being a playwright and screenwriter. She writes the Chief Inspector Barnaby series, which was adapted into the television series Midsomer Murders. Caroline was born in Nuneaton, England and attended Open University as well as the University of Birmingham (where she got her MA). Her novel The Killings at Badger’s Drift was named one of the Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time by the Crime Writers’ Association and also won the 1989 Macavity Award for Best First Novel. Caroline resides in Suffolk, England. (more…)
Order of Divergent Books
The Divergent Trilogy is a series of dystopian fiction/science fiction novels by American novelist Veronica Roth. It tells the story of a future version of Chicago where society is divided into factions, including the selfless, the peaceful, the honest, the brave and the intelligent. One day every year, all 16 year-olds are given a test that will determine the test they fall into and they must decide whether they are going to stick with their family or transfer to a new faction. A “divergent” is someone who doesn’t fit into any of the various factions. The rights to the series were purchased by Summit Media and is being adapted into a film series starring Shailene Woodley and Theo James. (more…)