George Alec Effinger Anthologies books in order

Q: "How many books are in the George Alec Effinger Anthologies series?"

"There are 23 books in the George Alec Effinger Anthologies series, published between 1972 and 1997."

Q: "What is the first book in the George Alec Effinger Anthologies series?"

"The first book in the George Alec Effinger Anthologies series is Orbit 11, published in 1972."

Q: "What anthologies did George Alec Effinger appear in?"

"Effinger appeared in many anthologies over three decades, from Orbit 11 (1972) to collections like Wandering Stars, alternate history anthologies, and Year's Best compilations. His stories were regularly selected for best-of-the-year collections."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Orbit 11	1972	George Alec Effinger	Buy
2	Wandering Stars: An Anthology of Jewish Fantasy and Science Fiction	1973	George Alec Effinger	Buy
3	Alternate Kennedys	1992	George Alec Effinger	N/A
4	Ascents of Wonder	1977	George Alec Effinger	Buy
5	Alternate Warriors	1993	George Alec Effinger	N/A
6	Study War No More	1977	George Alec Effinger	Buy
7	Alternate Outlaws	1994	George Alec Effinger	N/A
8	Alpha 7	1977	George Alec Effinger	Buy
9	Alternate Tyrants	1997	George Alec Effinger	N/A
10	Galaxy Science Fiction, September-October 1979	1979	George Alec Effinger	Buy
11	Laughing Space: An Anthology of Science Fiction Humor	1982	George Alec Effinger	Buy
12	The Best Science Fiction of the Year 12	1983	George Alec Effinger	Buy
13	The Year’s Best Fantasy Stories 12	1986	George Alec Effinger	Buy
14	Friends of the Horseclans	1987	George Alec Effinger	Buy
15	Robert Adams’ Book of Alternate Worlds	1987	George Alec Effinger	Buy
16	Barbarians 2	1988	George Alec Effinger	Buy
17	Tropical Chills: Fourteen Tales of Scorching Horror to Make Your Blood Run Cold	1988	George Alec Effinger	Buy
18	The Year’s Best Science Fiction: Sixth Annual Collection	1989	George Alec Effinger	Buy
19	Isaac Asimov’s Fantasy!	1989	George Alec Effinger	Buy
20	Inside the Funhouse	1992	George Alec Effinger	Buy
21	South From Midnight	1994	George Alec Effinger	Buy
22	War of the Worlds: Global Dispatches	1996	George Alec Effinger	Buy
23	Don’t Forget Your Spacesuit, Dear	1996	George Alec Effinger	Buy

George Alec Effinger was a regular presence in science fiction anthologies from the early 1970s through the mid-1990s. His stories appeared in major best-of-the-year collections, theme anthologies, and original fiction anthologies alongside other prominent genre writers.

The range of anthologies reflects his versatility. He appeared in Jewish science fiction collections, alternate history volumes, humor anthologies, and horror collections. His inclusion in multiple “Year’s Best” editions confirms his standing in the field during his most productive years.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the George Alec Effinger Anthologies series?

There are 23 books in the George Alec Effinger Anthologies series, published between 1972 and 1997.

What is the first book in the George Alec Effinger Anthologies series?

The first book in the George Alec Effinger Anthologies series is Orbit 11, published in 1972.

What anthologies did George Alec Effinger appear in?

Effinger appeared in many anthologies over three decades, from Orbit 11 (1972) to collections like Wandering Stars, alternate history anthologies, and Year’s Best compilations. His stories were regularly selected for best-of-the-year collections.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order