The Locus Index to Science Fiction: 2001


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Cookbook from Hell Matthew Lieber Buchman (Goodfellow Press 0-9639882-8-X, 1997, $12.99, 378pp, tp, cover by Barbara Levine) Fantasy novel of the devil Michelle, who recruits a cookbook editor and a photographer to save reality. This is dated 1997, but not seen until now. Order from Goodfellow Press, 16625 Redmond Way, Suite M20, Redmond WA 98052-4499; 425-881-7699.


The Dalari Accord Matthew Lieber Buchman (Goodfellow Press 1-891761-04-8, 1999, $19.99, 363pp, tp, cover by Barbara Levine) SF novel. Two Earthwomen try to prevent interstellar war. This is dated 1999, but not seen until now. Order from Goodfellow Press, PO Box 16625 Redmond Way, Suite M20, Redmond WA 98052-7699; 425-881-7699.


L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume XVII ed. Algis Budrys (Bridge 1-57318-222-2, Sep 2001, $7.99, 440pp, pb) Original anthology of 18 stories by contest winners, illustrated by “Illustrators of the Future” winners. There are articles on writing and art by L. Ron Hubbard, Roger Zelazny, and Sergey Poyarkov.


The Curse of Chalion Lois McMaster Bujold (HarperCollins/Eos 0-380-97901-2, Aug 2001, $25.00, 442pp, hc) [Royina Ista] Fantasy novel. A down-on-his-luck warrior finds the gods have plans for him when he gets a job tending a princess in a cursed family.


The Curse of Chalion Lois McMaster Bujold (SFBC #38474, Sep 2001, $12.50, 442pp, hc, cover by Doug Beekman) [Royina Ista] Reprint (Eos 2001) fantasy novel. This is similar to the Eos edition, except it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.


Miles, Mystery & Mayhem Lois McMaster Bujold (Baen 0-671-31858-6, Dec 2001, $24.00, 505pp, hc, cover by Patrick Turner) [Miles Vorkosigan] Omnibus of two novels and a story in the world of “Miles Vorkosigan”: Cetaganda (1996), Ethan of Athos (1986), and “Labyrinth”. There is a new afterword by Bujold.


The Master and Margarita Mikhail Bulgakov (Penguin Classics 0-14-118014-5, Jan 2001, $12.95, 412pp, tp, cover by Kasimir Malevich) Reissue (Penguin 1997) Faustian fantasy novel, translated by Richard Pevear & Larissa Volokhonsky. This is part of the “Penguin Twentieth-Century Classics” series. The original appeared in Russian in 1967. Fifth printing.


War for the Oaks Emma Bull (Tor/Orb 0-765-30034-6, Jul 2001, $13.95, 332pp, tp) Reprint (Ace 1987) fantasy novel. A Tor hardcover edition (-30083-4, $25.95) was announced but not seen.


War for the Oaks Emma Bull (SFBC #38244, Jul 2001, $10.98, 332pp, hc, cover by Shelley Eshkar) Reprint (Ace 1987) fantasy novel. This is similar to the recent Tor hardcover edition, except it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket, and has ISBN 0-7434-1879-3.


Corsair Chris Bunch (Warner Aspect 0-446-60946-3, May 2001, $6.99, 406pp, pb, cover by Ciruelo Cabral) Fantasy pirate adventure. A dashing captain turns pirate to combat slavers. First US edition (Orbit 4/01).


Homefall Chris Bunch (Penguin/Roc 0-451-45841-9, Aug 2001, $6.99, 338pp, pb, cover by Bob Warner) [Last Legion] Military SF novel, fourth in “The Last Legion” series.


In the Shadow of Omen Steven Burgauer (Replica Books 0-7351-0516-2, Mar 2001, $18.95, 364pp, tp) [Matthews Chronicles] Reprint (zero-g 1997) SF novel, fourth in “The Matthews Chronicles” that began with Fornax. Available from zero-g press, 6605 N. Rustic Oak Ct., Peoria IL 61614; 309-692-2953.


The Night of the Eleventh Sun Steven Burgauer (iUniverse.com/Authors Choice Press 0-595-19121-5, Aug 2001, $14.95, 208pp, tp) Prehistoric SF novel. Neanderthals face Homo sapiens in the mountains of Iberia. This is a print-on-demand edition available online at [www.iuniverse.com], or from zero-g press, Steven Burgauer, 6605 N. Rustic Oak Ct., Peoria IL 61614; 800-643-1327.


The Railguns of Luna Steven Burgauer (iUniverse.com/Authors Choice Press 0-595-17202-4, Mar 2001, $18.95, 332pp, tp) SF novel. Lieutenant Flix Wenger fights evil Cassandra Mubarak’s plans to take over the world. This is a print-on-demand edition available online at [www.iuniverse.com], or from zero-g press, Steven Burgauer, 6605 N. Rustic Oak Ct., Peoria IL 61614; 800-643-1327.


Charmed: Soul of the Bride Constance M. Burge (Pocket Pulse 0-7434-1237-0, May 2001, $5.99, 180pp, pb, cover by John Vairo, Jr.) [Charmed] Young-adult novelization, the ninth based on the TV show about three witches. Copyrighted by Spelling Television.


Bloodtide Melvin Burgess (Tor 0-765-30048-6, Nov 2001, $24.95, 371pp, hc) [Bloodtide] Near-future dystopian urban fantasy novel based on the Icelandic “Volsunga Saga”. A young woman marries an enemy who then betrays the truce she was to cement. First US edition (Andersen Press 1999).


Strange Twists of Fate James K. Burk (Yard Dog Press 1-893687-22-8, Aug 2001, $5.00, 51pp, ph, cover by Laura J. Underwood) Chapbook original collection of four stories, one a reprint. Order from Yard Dog Press, 710 W Redbud Lane, Alma AR 72921-7247; e-mail: [srosen.lstran@juno.com]; website: [www.yarddogpress.com]; add $2.00 postage.


Beyond Thirty Edgar Rice Burroughs (University of Nebraska Press/Bison Books 0-8032-6184-5, Mar 2001, $9.95, 123 + xii, tp, cover by R. W. Boeche) Reprint (Lloyd Arthur Eshbach 1955) post-holocaust SF novel. This commemorative edition has an introduction by David Brin and essays by Philip R. Burger and Richard A. Lupoff. Order from University of Nebraska Press, 233 North 8th St, Lincoln NE 68588-0484; credit card orders 800-755-1105; [pressmail@unl.edu]; [www.nebraskapress.unl.edu]; add $4.00 postage.


Pirates of Venus Edgar Rice Burroughs (University of Nebraska Press/Bison Books 0-8032-6183-7, Oct 2001, $14.95, 179pp, tp, cover by Thomas Floyd) [Venus Series] Reprint (Burroughs 1934) SF novel, the first in the “Carson of Venus” series. Introduction by F. Paul Wilson; afterword by Phillip R. Burger. Illustrated by Thomas Floyd. Order from University of Nebraska Press, 233 North 8th St, Lincoln NE 68588-0484; credit card orders 800-755-1105; [pressmail@unl.edu]; [www.nebraskapress.unl.edu]; add $4.00 postage. pr: Erika Kuebler Rippeteau 402-472-5938, e-mail: [erippeteau1@unl.edu]


Cities of the Red Night William S. Burroughs (Picador USA 0-312-27846-2, May 2001, $14.00, xvii + 332pp, tp) [Cities of the Red Night] Reprint (Holt Rinehart & Winston 1981) strange SF novel.


The Place of Dead Roads William S. Burroughs (Picador USA 0-312-27865-9, May 2001, $13.00, 306pp, tp) Reprint (Holt Rinehart & Winston 1984) SF/fantasy/western/surrealist novel.


Dead Reckoning Julie Burtinshaw (Raincoast Books 1-55192-342-4, 2000, $6.95, 120pp, tp) Young-adult adventure with dark fantasy elements. A teen’s nightmares warn him of the impending wreck of the ship he’s on. This is dated 2000, but not seen until now; the US release was scheduled for June 2001. Raincoast Books, 9050 Shaughness St, Vancouver BC Canada V6P 6E5; [www.raincoast.com]; Order in the US from Advanced Global Distribution, 5880 Oberlin Drive, Dan Diego CA 92121-9653; 800-284-3580.


Star Wars: Galactic Phrase Book & Travel Guide Ben Burtt (Ballantine Del Rey LucasBooks 0-345-44074-9, Aug 2001, $8.00, 175pp, pb, cover by Warren Fu) [Star Wars] Humorous guide to Star Wars travel and language; the author discusses how he created a number of languages for the films. Illustrated by Sergio Aragonés. Copyrighted by Lucasfilm.


Fool Moon Jim Butcher (Penguin/Roc 0-451-45812-5, Jan 2001, $6.99, 342pp, pb) [Dresden Files] Contemporary dark fantasy novel, book two in the “Dresden Files”. The Chicago police turn to wizard Harry Dresden for help tracking murderous werewolves.


Grave Peril Jim Butcher (Penguin/Roc 0-451-45844-3, Sep 2001, $6.99, 378pp, pb, cover by Lee MacLeod) [Dresden Files] Dark fantasy novel, book three in the “Dresden Files” about Chicago wizard Harry Dresden. Harry has trouble with ghosts, vampires, and his fairy godmother.


Cyberpunk Andrew M. Butler (Trafalgar Square/Pocket Essentials UK 1-903047-28-5, Feb 2001, $6.95, 95pp, tp) Non-fiction, a non-fiction guide to cyberpunk fiction, from its origins with William Gibson and Bruce Sterling through “Post-Cyberpunk” (including Wilhelmina Baird and Neal Stephenson) and “Cyberpunk Flavoured Fiction”. This is the 2000 Pocket Essentials UK edition (not seen) with Trafalgar Square stickers. Order from Trafalgar Square, N. Pomfret VT 05053, or online at [www.trafalgarsquarebooks.com]; add $1.95 postage.


Philip K. Dick Andrew M. Butler (Trafalgar Square/Pocket Essentials UK 1-903047-29-3, Feb 2001, $6.95, 93pp, tp) Non-fiction, a guide to the works and life of Philip K. Dick. This is the 2000 Pocket Essentials UK edition (not seen) with Trafalgar Square stickers. Order from Trafalgar Square, N. Pomfret VT 05053, or online at [www.trafalgarsquarebooks.com]; add $1.95 postage.


Parable of the Talents Octavia E. Butler (Warner Aspect 0-446-61038-0, Nov 2001, $6.99, 448pp, pb, cover by John Jude Palencar) [Parable] Reprint (Seven Stories 1998) dystopian SF novel, sequel to Parable of the Sower.


Wild Seed Octavia E. Butler (Warner Aspect 0-446-67697-7, Apr 2001, $13.95, 306pp, tp) [Patternist] Reprint (Doubleday 1980) of SF novel.


The Hermit Thrush Sings Susan Butler (Random House/Laurel-Leaf 0-440-22896-4, Feb 2001, $5.50, 282pp, pb, cover by Mel Grant) Reprint (DK Ink 1999) young-adult post-holocaust SF novel.


Forgotten Realms: The Shattered Mask Richard Lee Byers (Wizards of the Coast 0-7869-1862-4, Jun 2001, $6.99, 310pp, pb, cover by Terese Nielsen) [Forgotten Realms: Sembia] Novelization based on the fantasy role-playing game, third in the “Sembia” series. Copyrighted by Wizards of the Coast.


The Cords of Vanity: A Comedy of Shirking James Branch Cabell (Wildside Press 1-58715-474-9, Jul 2001, $17.50, 330pp, tp) [Biography of the Life of Manuel] Reprint (McBride 1920) mainstream novel, of interest as the 14th volume in the “Biography of the Life of Manuel”. This is a print-on-demand book available online at [www.wildsidepress.com] or from PO Box 301, Holicong PA 18928.


Figures of Earth James Branch Cabell (Wildside Press 1-58715-221-5, Feb 2001, $17.50, 356pp, tp) [Biography of the Life of Manuel] Reprint (McBride 1921) fantasy novel, volume two in the “Biography of the Life of Manuel”. This is a print-on-demand book available online at [www.wildsidepress.com] or from PO Box 45, Gillette NJ 07933-0045.


The Line of Love James Branch Cabell (Wildside Press 1-58715-351-3, Feb 2001, $17.50, 261pp, tp) [Biography of the Life of Manuel] Reprint (Harper 1905) fantasy novel, volume eight in the “Biography of the Life of Manuel”. This is a print-on-demand book available online at [www.wildsidepress.com] or from PO Box 45, Gillette NJ 07933-0045.


Canyons P. D. Cacek (Tor 0-812-54534-6, Oct 2001, $6.99, 295pp, pb) Reprint (Tor 2000) werewolf horror novel/mystery.


Night Players P. D. Cacek (Design Image Group 1-891946-11-0, Oct 2001, $15.95, 322pp, tp) [Allison Garrett] Vampire novel, sequel to Night Prayers. New vampire Allison Garrett and her preacher pal Mica move to Las Vegas. Available from The Design Image Group, PO Box 2325, Darien IL 60561; credit card orders 800-563-5455.


Dervish Is Digital Pat Cadigan (Tor 0-312-85377-7, Jul 2001, $22.95, 230pp, hc, cover by Bruce Jensen) [Dore Konstantin] SF novel. Detective Dore Konstantin (from Tea from an Empty Cup) tracks criminals in Artificial Reality. First US edition (Macmillan 2000).


Synners Pat Cadigan (Four Walls Eight Windows 1-56858-185-8, Aug 2001, $13.95, 435pp, tp, cover by Scott Idleman) Reprint (Bantam Spectra 1991) SF novel. This has a new introduction by Neil Gaiman.


The Hauntings of Hood Canal Jack Cady (St. Martin’s 0-312-28079-3, Oct 2001, $23.95, 306pp, hc) Horror novel. A mysterious entity drags cars into Hood Canal in Washington State.


Firegold Dia Calhoun (Winslow Press 1-58837-003-8, Apr 2001, $5.95, 349pp, pb, cover by Hervé Blondon) [Firegold] Reprint (Winslow 1999) young adult fantasy novel.


Warlock’s Bar & Grille Don Callander (Xlibris 0-7388-3337-1, 2000, $16.00, 281pp, tp) Fantasy novel. A warlock opens a bar. This is dated 2000 but not seen until now. A print-on-demand book, available online at [www.Xlibris.com], or 1-888-7-XLIBRIS.


Ghosts and Grisly Things Ramsey Campbell (Tor 0-312-86757-3, Oct 2001, $14.95, 300pp, tp, cover by Barry Appell) Reprint (Pumpkin Books 1998) collection of 20 horror stories.


Pact of the Fathers Ramsey Campbell (Tor/Forge 0-312-87869-9, Dec 2001, $26.95, 414pp, hc, cover by Barry Appell) Associational horror novel. A woman discovers her late father was part of a pact to sacrifice each participant’s first-born child.


Silent Children Ramsey Campbell (Tor 0-812-56872-9, Nov 2001, $6.99, 375pp, pb, cover by Don Gonzalez) Reprint (Forge 2000) associational horror novel.


The Folk of the Fringe Orson Scott Card (Tor/Orb 0-312-87663-7, Jul 2001, $12.95, 272pp, tp, cover by Glen Bellamy) [Carpenter] Reprint (Phantasia 1989) collection of connected post-holocaust stories about Mormon survivors.


How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy Orson Scott Card (Writer’s Digest 1-58297-103-X, Oct 2001, $12.99, 140pp, tp) Reprint (Writer’s Digest 1990) Hugo-winning non-fiction guide to writing SF. Available from Writer’s Digest, 1507 Dana Ave., Cincinnati OH 45207; credit card orders 800-289-0963.


Pastwatch: The Redemption of Christopher Columbus Orson Scott Card (Tor 0-812-50864-5, Aug 2001, $7.99, 402pp, pb) Reissue (Tor 1996) alternate world/time travel SF novel. Sixth printing.


Rebekah Orson Scott Card (Shadow Mountain 1-57008-995-7, Nov 2001, $22.95, 413pp, hc, cover by Frederick Leighton, Lord) [Women of Genesis] Associational novel based on the Bible, second in the “Women of Genesis” trilogy.


Saints Orson Scott Card (Tor/Forge 0-312-87606-8, Mar 2001, $17.95, 605pp, tp, cover by Joe Curcio) Reprint (Berkley 1984 as A Woman of Destiny) associational historical novel about the early days of the Mormon Church.


Sarah Orson Scott Card (Shadow Mountain 1-57008-994-9, Oct 2000, $22.95, 390pp, hc, cover by Frederick Leighton, Lord) [Women of Genesis] Associational novel based on the Bible, first in the “Women of Genesis” trilogy.


Sarah Orson Scott Card (Tor/Forge 0-765-34117-4, Sep 2001, $7.99, 341pp, pb, cover by Frederick Leighton, Lord) [Women of Genesis] Reprint (Shadow Mountain 2000) associational novel based on the Bible, first in the “Women of Genesis” trilogy.


Shadow of the Hegemon Orson Scott Card (SFBC #35036, Feb 2001, $12.98, 365pp, hc, cover by Lisa Falkenstern) [Ender: Shadow] Reprint (Tor 2001) SF novel, sequel to Ender’s Shadow. This is similar to the Tor edition, except it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.


Shadow of the Hegemon Orson Scott Card (Tor 0-812-56595-9, Dec 2001, $6.99, 451pp, pb, cover by Lisa Falkenstern) [Ender: Shadow] Reprint (Tor 2001) SF novel, sequel to Ender’s Shadow.


Lovelock Orson Scott Card & Kathryn H. Kidd (Tor 0-312-87751-X, Feb 2001, $14.95, 285pp, tp, cover by Donato Giancola) [Mayflower Trilogy] Reprint (Tor 1994) SF novel, first book in the “Mayflower Trilogy”.


Masterpieces: The Best Science Fiction of the Century ed. Orson Scott Card (Ace 0-441-00864-X, Nov 2001, $24.95, 422pp, hc) SF anthology of 27 stories, divided into three groups, “The Golden Age”, “The New Wave”, and “The Media Generation”, with an overall introduction and separate author introductions by Card. Authors include Robert A. Heinlein, Harlan Ellison, and Terry Bisson.


Masterpieces: The Best Science Fiction of the Century ed. Orson Scott Card (SFBC #11613, Dec 2001, $12.50, 422pp, hc) Reprint (Ace 2001) SF anthology. This is similar to the Ace edition, except it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.


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