Curtis C. Chen Reading Order
3 series · 30 books
Curtis C. Chen is a Taiwanese-American author who blends science fiction, fantasy, and horror across multiple genres and formats. Best known for the Kangaroo series, Chen has built a prolific career spanning 26 books since 2014, including notable anthology contributions like SNAFU: An Anthology of Military Horror that showcase his versatility with action-driven storytelling. His work ranges from imaginative speculative fiction to non-fiction, appealing to readers who enjoy inventive narratives with cross-genre appeal.
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Anthologies Series
Complete11 books (2014–2023)
This complete anthology series spans eight books published between 2014 and 2020, featuring Curtis C. Chen's work alongside other authors across fantasy, science fiction, horror, and adventure genres. The series includes diverse collections such as Leading Edge Issue 65: Blue Glow, the SNAFU volumes, Thursday's Children: Flash Fiction from 512 Words or Fewer, the 2016 Young Explorer's Adventure Guide, Oregon Reads Aloud, Infinite Stars, and Devil's Ways. Read these anthologies in publication order to experience the full series as it was released.
Start with Leading Edge, Issue 65: Blue Glow, the first of 8 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with Leading Edge, Issue 65: Blue Glow
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Kangaroo Series
Ongoing3 books (2016–2024)
Curtis C. Chen's Kangaroo series consists of three books published between 2016 and 2024, with the sequence ongoing. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Waypoint Kangaroo, followed by Kangaroo Too and True Blue Kangaroo. Blending science fiction, fantasy, and action-adventure elements, this series is best experienced chronologically from the first installment onward.
Start with Waypoint Kangaroo and read in order.
Start this series with Waypoint Kangaroo
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SNAFU: An Anthology of Military Horror Series
Ongoing16 books (2014–2025)
SNAFU: An Anthology of Military Horror is an ongoing series of military horror anthologies featuring different contributors to each volume. Launched in 2014 and continuing through 2025, the series currently comprises 15 books that should be read in publication order to follow the evolving collection of supernatural and horrific tales set within military contexts. Each installment brings together multiple authors to explore dark and fantastical scenarios blending horror, science fiction, and action within wartime and combat settings.
Start with SNAFU(With: Jonathan Maberry,James A. Moore,W.D. Gagliani,Weston Ochse,Greig Beck,Christine Morgan,David Benton,Tyson Mauermann,Brian W.Taylor,Steve Ruthenbeck,Eric S. Brown,Kirsten Cross,David W. Amendola,Neal Litherland,Wayland Smith,JeffHewitt), the first of 15 books in the SNAFU: An Anthology of Military Horror series.
Start this series with SNAFU(With: Jonathan Maberry,James A. Moore,W.D. Gagliani,Weston Ochse,Greig Beck,Christine Morgan,David Benton,Tyson Mauermann,Brian W.Taylor,Steve Ruthenbeck,Eric S. Brown,Kirsten Cross,David W. Amendola,Neal Litherland,Wayland Smith,JeffHewitt)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Curtis C. Chen written?
- Curtis C. Chen has written 30 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2014 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Curtis C. Chen series?
- Here are the first books in Curtis C. Chen's series: Anthologies: Leading Edge, Issue 65: Blue Glow; Kangaroo: Waypoint Kangaroo; SNAFU: An Anthology of Military Horror: SNAFU(With: Jonathan Maberry,James A. Moore,W.D. Gagliani,Weston Ochse,Greig Beck,Christine Morgan,David Benton,Tyson Mauermann,Brian W.Taylor,Steve Ruthenbeck,Eric S. Brown,Kirsten Cross,David W. Amendola,Neal Litherland,Wayland Smith,JeffHewitt).
- What order should I read Curtis C. Chen's books?
- We recommend reading Curtis C. Chen's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Curtis C. Chen still writing new books?
- Yes, Curtis C. Chen has 2 ongoing series: Kangaroo, SNAFU: An Anthology of Military Horror.