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7 series Β· 72 books

Sarah Pinsker is an acclaimed science fiction and fantasy writer whose work spans novels, short fiction, and edited anthologies. A multiple award winner including the Nebula Award for her novel A Song for a New Day and the Hugo Award for her novelette "Two Truths and a Lie," Pinsker has established herself as a leading voice in speculative fiction with a particular gift for exploring human connection across imaginative landscapes. Her prolific career spans from 2012 to the present, with her stories consistently earning recognition from the genre's most prestigious award bodies.

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Anthologies Series

Ongoing

36 books (2013–2026)

Sarah Pinsker appears in 26 different anthology collections spanning from 2013 to 2026, with the series still ongoing. These entries should be read in publication order, beginning with The New Voices of Fantasy and progressing through various themed collections including Asimov's Science Fiction, Long Hidden, Accessing the Future, and GlitterShip Year One, among others. The anthologies represent Pinsker's contributions across fantasy, science fiction, and related genres throughout this thirteen-year period.

Start with The New Voices of Fantasy, the first of 26 books in the Anthologies series.

Start this series with The New Voices of Fantasy

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The New Voices of Fantasy
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Asimov's Science Fiction, February 2014
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The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction (March/April 2014)
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Unidentified Funny Objects 3
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Accessing the Future
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Funny Science Fiction
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The Long List Anthology Volume 2
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The Year's Best Military & Adventure SF 2015
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Cover of Behind the Mask: A Superhero Anthology
Behind the Mask: A Superhero Anthology
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GlitterShip Year One
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Our Lady of the Open Road and Other Stories from the Long List Anthology, Volume 2
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The Best Science Fiction of the Year Volume Three
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The Best Science Fiction of the Year: Volume Two
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The Long List Anthology Volume 3
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Cover of The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy 2018
The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy 2018
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Nebula Awards Showcase 2019
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The New Voices of Science Fiction
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The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy 2019 Edition
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The Best Science Fiction of the Year: Volume Five
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Nebula Awards Showcase 55
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Some of the Best from Tor.com: 2020 Edition
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Some of the Best of Tor.com 2021
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Uncanny Magazine Issue 50: January-February 2023
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Nebula Awards Showcase 56
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Uncanny Magazine Issue 67: November/December 2025
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Revolution in the Heart

Mary Robinette Kowal Short Stories/Novellas Series

Ongoing

9 books (2008–2025)

This collection spans nine short stories and novellas by Mary Robinette Kowal, published between 2008 and 2025, with new entries still appearing. The series encompasses fantasy, science fiction, and speculative fiction across diverse settings and themes. These works should be read in publication order, beginning with Evil Robot Monkey and continuing through the most recent entry, The Millay Illusion. Each piece stands alone while contributing to the author's expanding body of short form fiction.

Start with Evil Robot Monkey(By: Mary Robinette Kowal), the first of 9 books in the Mary Robinette Kowal Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with Evil Robot Monkey(By: Mary Robinette Kowal)

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Evil Robot Monkey(By: Mary Robinette Kowal)
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First Flight(By: Mary Robinette Kowal)
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For Want of a Nail(By: Mary Robinette Kowal)
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Kiss Me Twice(By: Mary Robinette Kowal)
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A Fire in the Heavens(By: Mary Robinette Kowal)
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Forest of Memory(By: Mary Robinette Kowal)
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The Escapement of Blackledge(By: Mary Robinette Kowal)
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Marginalia(By: Mary Robinette Kowal)
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Short Stories/Novellas Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2017–2023)

Sarah Pinsker's short stories and novellas span from 2017 to 2023, comprising eight standalone entries that blend fantasy, science fiction, and speculative themes. Read in publication order beginning with And Then There Were (N-One) and continuing through One Man's Treasure, the series appears to be complete. Each piece can be enjoyed independently, though following the publication sequence allows readers to trace the author's evolving style across nearly a decade of work.

Start with And Then There Were (N-One), the first of 8 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with And Then There Were (N-One)

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And Then There Were (N-One)
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The Blur in the Corner of Your Eye
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Two Truths and a Lie
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A Better Way of Saying
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Where Oaken Hearts Do Gather
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One Man’s Treasure

Short Story Collections Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2019–2023)

Sarah Pinsker's short story collections span from 2019 to 2023 with two books that should be read in publication order. Sooner or Later Everything Falls Into the Sea comes first, followed by Lost Places, with the series appearing to be complete. The collections blend fantasy and science fiction across multiple stories, showcasing Pinsker's range as a writer working in speculative genres.

Start with Sooner or Later Everything Falls Into the Sea and read in order.

Start this series with Sooner or Later Everything Falls Into the Sea

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Sooner or Later Everything Falls Into the Sea
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Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

3 books (2019–2024)

Sarah Pinsker has written three standalone novels published between 2019 and 2024, with more works potentially forthcoming. Each book operates independently with its own characters and world, so they can be read in any order, though reading them in publication sequence (A Song for a New Day, We Are Satellites, and Haunt Sweet Home) allows you to follow the author's evolving storytelling across speculative fiction and fantasy landscapes. Her work spans science fiction, fantasy, and adventure narratives that appeal to readers seeking imaginative, character-driven stories.

Start with A Song for a New Day and read in order.

Start this series with A Song for a New Day

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A Song for a New Day
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The Year's Best Military & Adventure SF Series

Complete

1 book (2016–2016)

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The Year's Best Military & Adventure SF 2015(With: Brendan DuBois,David Weber,Seth Dickinson,Brian Dolton,Brad R. Torgersen,Hank Davis,David Afsharirad,Claudine Griggs,Andrea M. Pawley,Eric Leif Davin)

Unidentified Funny Objects Annual Anthology Series

Ongoing

13 books (2012–2026)

The Unidentified Funny Objects Annual Anthology is an ongoing series of 13 humorous speculative fiction collections published between 2012 and 2026. Edited by Sarah Pinsker, the series alternates between numbered volumes and thematic installments focused on science fiction, fantasy, and horror. These anthologies should be read in publication order to follow the evolving collection of comedic short stories from various contributors in the science fiction and fantasy genres.

Start with Unidentified Funny Objects, the first of 13 books in the Unidentified Funny Objects Annual Anthology series.

Start this series with Unidentified Funny Objects

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Unidentified Funny Objects
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Unidentified Funny Objects 2
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Unidentified Funny Objects 3
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Funny Science Fiction
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Unidentified Funny Objects 4
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Unidentified Funny Objects 5
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Unidentified Funny Objects 6
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Unidentified Funny Objects 7
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Unidentified Funny Objects 8
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Unidentified Funny Objects 9
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Unidentified Funny Objects 10

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Sarah Pinsker written?
Sarah Pinsker has written 72 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Sarah Pinsker series?
Here are the first books in Sarah Pinsker's series: Anthologies: The New Voices of Fantasy; Mary Robinette Kowal Short Stories/Novellas: Evil Robot Monkey(By: Mary Robinette Kowal); Short Stories/Novellas: And Then There Were (N-One); Short Story Collections: Sooner or Later Everything Falls Into the Sea; Unidentified Funny Objects Annual Anthology: Unidentified Funny Objects.
What order should I read Sarah Pinsker's books?
We recommend reading Sarah Pinsker's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Sarah Pinsker still writing new books?
Yes, Sarah Pinsker has 4 ongoing series: Anthologies, Mary Robinette Kowal Short Stories/Novellas, Standalone Novels, Unidentified Funny Objects Annual Anthology.

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