Jay Omega books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Jay Omega series?"

"There are two books in the Jay Omega series, published between 1987 and 1992."

Q: "What is the first book in the Jay Omega series?"

"The first book in the Jay Omega series is Bimbos of the Death Sun, published in 1987."

Q: "Do I need to be familiar with science fiction conventions to enjoy these books?"

"Some familiarity with fandom culture helps with the humor, but the mystery plots work on their own. McCrumb satirizes the convention scene with affection rather than malice."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Bimbos of the Death Sun	1987	Sharyn McCrumb	Buy
2	Zombies of the Gene Pool	1992	Sharyn McCrumb	Buy

The Jay Omega series consists of two novels that satirize science fiction fandom. Bimbos of the Death Sun (1987) won the Edgar Award for Best Paperback Original and is set at a science fiction convention where an arrogant author turns up dead. Zombies of the Gene Pool (1992) continues in the same vein, poking fun at fandom culture while delivering a solid mystery.

McCrumb wrote the series from personal experience attending science fiction conventions. The books capture the peculiarities of fan culture in the late 1980s and early 1990s with sharp observation and genuine affection for the community, even as they mock its excesses.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Jay Omega series?

There are two books in the Jay Omega series, published between 1987 and 1992.

What is the first book in the Jay Omega series?

The first book in the Jay Omega series is Bimbos of the Death Sun, published in 1987.

Do I need to be familiar with science fiction conventions to enjoy these books?

Some familiarity with fandom culture helps with the humor, but the mystery plots work on their own. McCrumb satirizes the convention scene with affection rather than malice.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order