Paolo Bacigalupi Reading Order
6 series · 38 books · Born 1972
Paolo Bacigalupi is an acclaimed American author known for his thought-provoking contributions to the science fiction and fantasy genres. With 38 books spanning six series—including the standout title Ship Breaker and the Windup Universe—his works often explore themes of environmentalism and societal challenges. Active from 1999 to 2024, Bacigalupi has produced a diverse array of novels, short stories, and novellas that continue to captivate readers.
Anthologies Series
Complete20 books (2004–2017)
Start with Asimov's Science Fiction, September 2004, the first of 20 books in the Anthologies series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Asimov's Science Fiction, September 2004 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Year's Best Science Fiction: 21 Annual Edition 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Seventeenth Annual Collection 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Third Annual Collection 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Logorrhea: Good Words Make Good Stories 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Rewired 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Fourth Annual Collection 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Fast Forward 2 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 22 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | I'm With the Bears 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Diverse Energies 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  After the End 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Futuredaze 2: Reprise 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Lightspeed Magazine, October 2014 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Monstrous Affections: An Anthology of Beastly Tales 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume Nine 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | The End is Nigh 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Loosed Upon the World 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 | Cyber World 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-Fourth Annual Collection 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
Khaim Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2011–2018)
Start with The Alchemist and read in order.
Ship Breaker Series
Complete3 books (2010–2017)
Start with Ship Breaker and read in order.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete7 books (1999–2008)
Start with Pocketful of Dharma, the first of 7 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing4 books (2013–2024)
Start with Zombie Baseball Beatdown, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Windup Universe Series
Complete2 books (2006–2009)
Start with Pump Six and Other Stories and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Paolo Bacigalupi written?
- Paolo Bacigalupi has written 38 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1999 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Paolo Bacigalupi series?
- Here are the first books in Paolo Bacigalupi's series: Anthologies: Asimov's Science Fiction, September 2004; Khaim Short Stories/Novellas: The Alchemist; Ship Breaker: Ship Breaker; Short Stories/Novellas: Pocketful of Dharma; Windup Universe: Pump Six and Other Stories.
- What order should I read Paolo Bacigalupi's books?
- We recommend reading Paolo Bacigalupi's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Paolo Bacigalupi still writing new books?
- Yes, Paolo Bacigalupi has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.