The Locus Index to Science Fiction: 2001

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The Ghost Chronicles, Volume 2: Haunted High Lawrence Gordon (Karmichael Press 0-9653966-1-4, Feb 2000, $11.95, 162pp, tp) [Ghost Chronicles] Young-adult horror novel, second in “The Ghost Chronicles” series. This is dated 2000, but not seen until now. Karmichael Press, HC 3, Box 155D, Port St. Joe FL 32456-9536; [www.karmichaelpress.com].

The Other Statue Edward Gorey (Harcourt 0-15-100696-2, Jul 2001, $12.00, unpaginated, hc, cover by Edward Gorey) Reprint (Simon & Schuster 1968) humorous art book, an homage to Jane Austen illustrated by the author.

The Haunted Looking Glass ed. Edward Gorey (New York Review Books 0-940322-68-4, Feb 2001, $12.95, 256pp, tp, cover by Edward Gorey) Reprint (Looking Glass Library 1959) anthology of 12 of horror stories chosen and illustrated by Gorey. Available from NYREV, Order Department, 1755 Broadway, 5th Floor, New York NY 10019-3780; 212-333-7900; e-mail: [orders@nybooks.com]; website: [www.nybooks.com]; add $3.50 postage.

The Dark Fantastic Ed Gorman (Leisure 0-8439-4819-1, Jan 2001, $5.99, 391pp, pb) Collection of 17 horror stories, some with SF or fantasy elements. Three were originally published under pen names. Gorman provides story notes discussing the inspiration behind each. Introduction by Bentley Little.

Sunburst Phyllis Gotlieb (Insomniac Press/Bakka Books/Stone Fox 1-895837-94-4, Nov 2000, $15.95, 165pp, tp) Reprint (Gold Medal 1964) SF novel. Foreword by Terence M. Green. This is the second volume in the Bakka Collection of SF. Order from Insomniac Press, 192 Spadina Ave, Suite 403, Toronto Ontario Canada M5T 2C2; [www.bakka.com].

Worse than Death Sherry Gottlieb (Tor 0-812-58963-7, Jun 2001, $6.99, 245pp, pb, cover by Patrick Faricy) [Love Bite] Reprint (Forge 2000) humorous vampire mystery, sequel to Love Bite.

Linnets and Valerians Elizabeth Goudge (Penguin/Puffin 0-14-230026-8, Dec 2001, $5.99, 247pp, tp, cover by Bill Dodge) Reprint (Brockhampton Press 1964) young-adult fantasy novel.

The Little White Horse Elizabeth Goudge (Penguin/Puffin 0-14-230027-6, Dec 2001, $5.99, 238pp, tp, cover by Barry Jones) Reprint (University of London Press 1946) young-adult fantasy novel.

Brinkman Ron Goulart (Wildside Press 1-58715-476-5, Jul 2001, $14.95, 150pp, tp) Reprint (Doubleday 1981) SF novel. This is an on-demand edition available online at [www.wildsidepress.com] or from Wildside Press, PO Box 301, Holicong PA 18928.

Gadget Man Ron Goulart (Wildside Press 1-58715-475-7, Jul 2001, $14.95, 161pp, tp) Reprint (Doubleday 1971) SF novel. This is an on-demand edition available online at [www.wildsidepress.com] or from Wildside Press, PO Box 301, Holicong PA 18928.

Flight from Eden Kathryn A. Graham (iUniverse.com/Writers Showcase 0-595-19940-2, Nov 2001, $20.95, 380pp, tp) [Eden] Near-future SF novel. A small group opposes the anti-science church-based government that has taken over the US. This is a print-on-demand book, available online at [www.iuniverse.com].

The Wind in the Willows Kenneth Grahame, Janet Brown & Joanne Moss (Penguin Puffin 0-14-131204-1, Jun 2001, $5.99, 32pp, tp, cover by Joanne Moss) [Wind in the Willows] Children’s picture book version of Grahame’s classic children’s novel (Methuen 1908) of talking animals. This has severely abridged text by Janet Allison Brown, and illustrations by Joanne Moss. A simultaneous Viking hardcover (0-670-89914-3) was announced but not seen. First US edition (Breslich & Foss 2001).

The Black Carousel Charles Grant (Tor 0-812-50520-4, Apr 2001, $5.99, 223pp, pb) [Oxrun Station] Reprint (Tor 1995) horror novel in the “Oxrun Station” series.

Black Oak: When the Cold Wind Blows Charles Grant (Penguin/Roc 0-451-45811-7, Mar 2001, $5.99, 241pp, pb, cover by Rick Leider) Dark fantasy mystery, fifth in the series about investigators of the paranormal. Proctor investigates disappearances and rumors of a wolfman in the Georgia swamps.

The Pet Charles Grant (Tor 0-812-51848-9, Apr 2001, $6.99, 343pp, pb) Reissue (Tor 1986) horror novel. Third printing.

Kaspian Lost Richard Grant (HarperTorch 0-380-79953-7, Jul 2001, $6.99, 313pp, pb) Reprint (Spike 1999) literary fantasy novel.

The Temporary King P. K. Graves (Flesh & Blood Press, Dec 2001, $5.00, 27pp, ph, cover by Julia Morgan-Scott) Chapbook fantasy short story. This is a limited edition of 150. Order from Flesh & Blood Press, 121 Joseph St., Bayville NJ 08721; e-mail [horrorjack@aol.com].

Thoroughly Kissed Kristine Grayson (Kensington/Zebra 0-8217-6786-0, Mar 2001, $6.50, 341pp, pb) [Utterly Charming] Contemporary fantasy romance novel based on fairy tales, sequel to Utterly Charming. The awakened Sleeping Beauty falls for her gorgeous boss, who thinks she’s a fraud. Grayson is a pen name for Kristine Kathryn Rusch.

Angel Fire Andrew M. Greeley (Tor 0-812-58341-8, Oct 2001, $6.99, 354pp, pb, cover by David Holt) [Angel Fire] Reprint (Warner 1988) religious fantasy novel. Fourth printing.

Deceptions Sharon Green (HarperCollins/Eos 0-380-81294-0, Apr 2001, $6.99, 378pp, pb, cover by Thomas Canty) [Blending Enthroned] Fantasy novel. Book Two of “The Blending Enthroned”.

St. Patrick’s Bed Terence M. Green (Tor 0-765-30043-5, Oct 2001, $21.95, 220pp, hc) [Shadow of Ashland] Time-travel fantasy novel, third in the series begun in Shadow of Ashland. Leo Nolan’s stepson wants to track down the father who abandoned him.

After the King: Stories in Honor of J.R.R. Tolkien ed. Martin H. Greenberg (Tor 0-765-30207-1, Oct 2001, $16.95, 438pp, tp, cover by Keith Parkinson) Reissue (Tor 1992) anthology. This is the first printing of the “Second Trade Paperback Edition” and has a new ISBN.

The Further Adventures of Xena: Warrior Princess ed. Martin H. Greenberg (Ace 0-441-00852-6, Sep 2001, $6.99, 309pp, pb, cover by Eric J. W. Lee) [Xena] TV tie-in original anthology of 15 stories. Authors include Esther Friesner, Greg Cox, and Robin Wayne Bailey. Copyrighted by Studios USA Television Distribution LLC.

The Mutant Files ed. Martin H. Greenberg & John Helfers (DAW 0-7564-0004-X, Aug 2001, $6.99, 320pp, pb, cover by Koeveks) Original anthology of 16 stories about mutants. Authors include Charles de Lint, Tanya Huff, and Nina Kiriki Hoffman.

Villains Victorious ed. Martin H. Greenberg & John Helfers (DAW 0-88677-980-4, Apr 2001, $6.99, 314pp, pb, cover by Les Edwards) Original anthology of 14 stories of villains who win. Authors include Tany Huff, Kristine Kathryn Rusch, and Peter Crowther.

Single White Vampire Seeks Same ed. Martin H. Greenberg & Brittiany A. Koren (DAW 0-88677-922-7, Jan 2001, $6.99, 317pp, pb) Original anthology of 12 fantasy stories centered on personals ads and other aspects of modern dating, with introduction by Koren. Authors include Peter Crowther, Esther M. Friesner, and Charles de Lint; Tanya Huff presents an appropriate tale of vampire Henry Fitzroy from her “Victory Nelson” series.

Assassin Fantastic ed. Martin H. Greenberg & Alexander Potter (DAW 0-7564-0002-3, Jul 2001, $6.99, 308pp, pb, cover by Jody A. Lee) Original anthology of 15 fantasy stories featuring assassins. Authors included Tanya Huff, Lynn Flewelling, and P.N. Elrod.

Past Imperfect ed. Martin H. Greenberg & Larry Segriff (DAW 0-7564-0012-0, Oct 2001, $6.99, 314pp, pb, cover by Bob Warner) Original anthology of 12 SF time travel stories. Authors include Jane Lindskold, James P. Hogan, and Nina Kiriki Hoffman. Introduction by Segriff.

Silicon Dreams ed. Martin H. Greenberg & Larry Segriff (DAW 0-7564-0018-X, Dec 2001, $6.99, 319pp, pb) Original anthology of 12 SF stories about artificial intelligence. Authors include Kristine Kathryn Rusch, James P. Hogan, and Paul Levinson. Introduction by Segriff.

Star Trek, the Next Generation: Gateways, Book Three: Doors into Chaos Robert Greenberger (Pocket 0-7434-1856-5, Sep 2001, $6.99, 297pp, pb) [Star Trek, the Next Generation; Gateways] Star Trek novelization. Copyrighted by Paramount Pictures.

Forgotten Realms: Elminster in Hell Ed Greenwood (Wizards of the Coast 0-7869-1875-6, Aug 2001, $24.95, 346pp, hc, cover by Matt Stawicki) [Forgotten Realms: Elminster] Fantasy novelization based on the role-playing game. Copyrighted by Wizards of the Coast.

Forgotten Realms: Elminster in Hell Ed Greenwood (SFBC #38764, Aug 2001, $12.50, 346pp, hc, cover by Matt Stawicki) [Forgotten Realms: Elminster] Fantasy novelization based on the role-playing game. Copyrighted by Wizards of the Coast. This is similar to the WotC edition, except it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.

The Kingless Land Ed Greenwood (Tor 0-812-58014-1, Feb 2001, $6.99, 373pp, pb, cover by Todd Lockwood) [Band of Four] Reprint (Tor 2000) fantasy novel, first in a new series.

The Vacant Throne Ed Greenwood (Tor 0-312-86722-0, Apr 2001, $25.95, 332pp, hc, cover by Todd Lockwood) [Band of Four] Fantasy novel, sequel to The Kingless Land. The Sleeping King’s awakening isn’t enough to reunite his kingdom’s feuding barons.

The Vacant Throne Ed Greenwood (SFBC #37198, Jun 2001, $12.98, 332pp, hc, cover by Todd Lockwood) [Band of Four] Reprint (Tor 2001) fantasy novel, sequel to The Kingless Land. This is similar to the Tor edition, except it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.

Forgotten Realms: Death of the Dragon Ed Greenwood & Troy Denning (SFBC #36254, Apr 2001, $10.98, 341pp, hc, cover by Matthew Stawicki) [Forgotten Realms: Cormyr Saga] Reprint (Wizards of the Coast 2000) fantasy novelization based on the role-playing game, book three in “The Cormyr Saga”. Copyrighted by Wizards of the Coast. This is similar to the WotC edition, except it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.

Forgotten Realms: Death of the Dragon Ed Greenwood & Troy Denning (Wizards of the Coast 0-7869-1863-2, May 2001, $7.99, 391pp, pb, cover by Matthew Stawicki) [Forgotten Realms: Cormyr Saga] Reprint (Wizards of the Coast 2000) fantasy novelization based on the role-playing game, book three in “The Cormyr Saga”. Copyrighted by Wizards of the Coast.

TechnoLife 2020: A Day in the World of Tomorrow Lois Gresh (ECW Press 1-55022-459-X, Dec 2001, $22.95, 205pp, tp, cover by Guylaine Régimbald) Near-future SF novella about a day in the life of an ordinary man in 2020, plus a detailed look at the scientific developments and trends on which Gresh based this future, with notes and references. Order from ECW Press, 3431 Drummond, Suite 400, Montreal Quebec Canada H3G 1X6; 514-499-8173; [ecwpress.com].

Chuck Farris and the Tower of Darkness Lois & Danny Gresh (ECW Press 1-55022-440-9, Jun 2001, $6.95, 255pp, tp) [Chuck Farris] “Unauthorized” young-adult SF/fantasy novel, first in a series about a boy who uses lessons learned in PlayStation2 video games to solve real-life problems. Order from ECW Press, 3431 Drummond, Suite 400, Montreal Quebec Canada H3G 1X6; 514-499-8173; [ecwpress.com].

In the Blood Stephen Gresham (Kensington/Pinnacle 0-7860-1378-8, Jun 2001, $5.99, 381pp, pb) Southern Gothic contemporary vampire novel of a cursed family.

World of Darkness: Tremere: Widow’s Walk Eric Griffin (White Wolf 1-56504-925-X, Jan 2001, $6.50, 284pp, tp, cover by John Van Fleet) [World of Darkness: Tremere] Novelization, first in a new trilogy in the “Clan” series, based on the role-playing games. Copyrighted by White Wolf.

World of Darkness: Tremere: Widow’s Weeds Eric Griffin (White Wolf 1-56504-935-7, Dec 2001, $6.50, 282pp, tp, cover by John Van Fleet) [World of Darkness: Tremere] Novelization, second in a trilogy based on the “Clan” role-playing games. Copyrighted by White Wolf.

The Ghost Sitter Peni R. Griffin (Penguin/Dutton 0-525-46676-2, Jun 2001, $14.99, 131pp, hc, cover by Rob Wood) Young-adult ghost novel. A girl who doesn’t realize she’s a ghost looks after the children who live in her house.

Bending the Landscape: Horror ed. Nicola Griffith & Stephen Pagel (Overlook Press 1-58567-116-9, Apr 2001, $28.95, 332pp, hc, cover by J. K. Potter) Original anthology of 18 horror stories about gays and lesbians. Authors include L. Timmel Duchamp, Gary Bowen, Leslie What, and Barbara Hambly. The jacket calls this “Volume II” in a series, but this is actually the third if you include the first volume from White Wolf (1997), Bending the Landscape: Fantasy.

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