Roger Zelazny

Roger Zelazny

Roger Zelazny was born in Euclid, Ohio, USA on May 13th, 1937 and passed away at the age of 58 on June 14th, 1995.

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Roger Zelazny Stats: The highest rated book by Roger Zelazny on Book Notification is Nine Princes in Amber, the first novel in the Chronicles Of Amber series. The second-highest rated book is The Courts of Chaos (Chronicles Of Amber #5).

The most read book by Roger Zelazny on Book Notification is Nine Princes in Amber, the first novel in the Chronicles Of Amber series. The second most read book is The Guns of Avalon (Chronicles Of Amber #2).

Below is a complete list of Roger Zelazny books in publication and chronological order, broken down by series. The most popular series by Roger Zelazny is the Chronicles Of Amber Series.

List of Chronicles Of Amber Books in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top Chronicles Of Amber books are Nine Princes in Amber, The Guns of Avalon, and The Sign of the Unicorn.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8.1
Nine Princes in Amber
1970
Go
2
7.9
The Guns of Avalon
1972
Go
3
7.7
The Sign of the Unicorn
1975
Go
4
7.9
The Hand of Oberon
1976
Go
5
8
The Courts of Chaos
1978
Go
6
7.5
Trumps of Doom
1985
Go
7
7.6
Blood of Amber
1986
Go
8
7
Sign of Chaos
1987
Go
9
7.4
Knight of Shadows
1989
Go
10
7.6
Prince of Chaos
1991
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List of Chronicles Of Amber Collections in Publication Order

A royal family of a true world schemes and fights across endless shadow reflections after their patriarch disappears.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
7.8
The Chronicles of Amber
1978
Go
2
6
The Chronicles of Amber: Volume II
1978
Go
3
Seven Tales in Amber
2019
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List of Changeling Saga Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8
Changeling
1980
Go
2
8
Madwand
1981
Go
3
8
Wizard World
1989
Go

List of Dilvish Stories Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
7.5
The Changing Land
1981
Go
2
7
Dilvish, the Damned
1982
Go

List of Francis Sandow Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
6
Isle of the Dead
1969
Go
2
8
To Die in Italbar
1973
Go

List of Millennial Contest Books in Publication Order (with Robert Sheckley)

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
6
Bring Me the Head of Prince Charming
1991
Go
2
6
If at Faust You Don't Succeed
1993
Go
3
6
A Farce to Be Reckoned With
1995
Go

List of Millenium Books in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top Millenium books are The Legacy of Lehr, Chess With A Dragon, and The Homecoming.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
6
The Legacy of Lehr (By: Katherine Kurtz)
1986
Go
2
Chess With A Dragon (By: David Gerrold)
1987
Go
3
A Dark Traveling
1987
Go
4
Project Pendulum (By: Robert Silverberg)
1987
Go
5
The Forever City (By: Richard A. Lupoff)
1988
Go
6
The Year of the Ransom (By: Poul Anderson)
1988
Go
7
Joe Gosh (By: Tom De Haven)
1988
Go
8
A Place of Silver Silence (By: Ardath Mayhar)
1988
Go
9
The Homecoming (By: Barry B. Longyear)
1989
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List of Standalone Novels in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top standalone books are Lord of Light, A Night in the Lonesome October, and This Immortal / …And Call Me Conrad.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
7.3
This Immortal / …And Call Me Conrad
1966
Go
2
6
The Dream Master / He Who Shapes
1966
Go
3
7.7
Lord of Light
1967
Go
4
6
Damnation Alley
1968
Go
5
8
Creatures of Light and Darkness
1969
Go
6
6
Jack of Shadows
1971
Go
7
6
Today We Choose Faces
1973
Go
8
6
Doorways in the Sand
1976
Go
9
Bridge of Ashes
1976
Go
10
6
Deus Irae (With: Philip K. Dick)
1976
Go
11
6
Roadmarks
1979
Go
12
To Spin is Miracle Cat
1981
Go
13
6
Eye of Cat
1982
Go
14
Coils (With: Fred Saberhagen)
1982
Go
15
The Black Throne (With: Fred Saberhagen)
1990
Go
16
6
The Mask of Loki (With: Thomas T. Thomas)
1990
Go
17
Flare (With: Thomas T. Thomas)
1992
Go
18
7.5
A Night in the Lonesome October
1993
Go
19
Wilderness (With: Gerald Hausman)
1994
Go
20
Donnerjack (With: Jane Lindskold)
1997
Go
21
Psychoshop (With: Alfred Bester)
1998
Go
22
8
Lord Demon (With: Jane Lindskold)
1999
Go
23
The Dead Man's Brother
2009
Go

List of Short Stories/Novellas in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top short stories and novellas are Permafrost, 24 Views of Mt. Fuji, by Hokusai, and Home is the Hangman.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
For a Breath I Tarry
1966
Go
2
6
Home is the Hangman
1975
Go
3
8.7
24 Views of Mt. Fuji, by Hokusai
1985
Go
4
9.7
Permafrost
1986
Go
5
The Eve of RUMOKO
2024
Go

List of Collected Stories Of Collections in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top Collected Stories Of Roger Zelazny Collections books are Threshold, Power & Light, and The Road to Amber.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Threshold
2009
Go
2
Power & Light
2009
Go
3
This Mortal Mountain
2009
Go
4
Last Exit to Babylon
2009
Go
5
Nine Black Doves
2009
Go
6
The Road to Amber
2009
Go
7
The Ides of Octember: A Pictorial Bibliography of Roger Zelazny (With: David G. Grubbs, Christopher S. Kovacs, Ann Crimmins, Alice N.S. Lewis)
2010
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List of Short Story Collections in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top short story collections are The Last Defender of Camelot, Unicorn Variation, and The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Four for Tomorrow
1965
Go
2
6
The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth
1971
Go
3
Poems
1974
Go
4
6
My Name is Legion
1976
Go
5
The Illustrated Roger Zelazny
1978
Go
6
6
The Last Defender of Camelot
1980
Go
7
7
Unicorn Variation
1981
Go
8
When Pussywillows Last in the Catyard Bloomed and Other Poems
1985
Go
9
Frost and Fire
1989
Go
10
6
Here There Be Dragons & Way Up High
1992
Go
11
Manna From Heaven
2003
Go
12
The Magic
2018
Go

List of Non-Fiction Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
6
Roger Zelazny's Visual Guide to Castle Amber (With: Neil Randall)
1988
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List of L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future Books in Publication Order

A showcase of sci-fi and fantasy writers, chosen by contests founded by sci-fi author L. Ron Hubbard.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 1
1985
Go
2
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 2
1986
Go
3
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 3
1987
Go
4
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 4
1988
Go
5
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 5
1989
Go
6
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 6
1990
Go
7
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 7
1991
Go
8
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 8
1992
Go
9
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 9
1993
Go
10
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 10
1994
Go
11
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 11
1995
Go
12
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 12
1996
Go
13
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 13
1997
Go
14
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 14
1998
Go
15
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 15
1999
Go
16
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 16
2000
Go
17
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 17
2001
Go
18
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 18
2002
Go
19
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 19
2002
Go
20
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 20
2004
Go
21
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 21
2005
Go
22
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 22
2006
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23
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 23
2007
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24
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 24
2008
Go
25
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 25
2009
Go
26
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 26
2010
Go
27
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 27
2011
Go
28
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 28
2012
Go
29
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 29
2013
Go
30
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 30
2014
Go
31
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 31
2015
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32
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 32
2016
Go
33
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 33
2017
Go
34
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 34
2018
Go
35
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 35
2019
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36
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 36
2020
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37
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 37
2021
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38
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 38
2022
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39
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 39
2023
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40
L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future 40
2024
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41
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 41
2025
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List of Roger Zelazny Anthologies in Publication Order

#ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
New Worlds of Fantasy / Step Outside Your Mind
1967
Go
2
9
Dangerous Visions
1967
Go
3
Dangerous Visions 3
1967
Go
4
Nebula Awards 3
1968
Go
5
Great Short Novels of Science Fiction
1970
Go
6
On Our Way to the Future
1970
Go
7
Shores Beneath
1971
Go
8
This Side of Infinity
1972
Go
9
A Day in the Life
1972
Go
10
Wondermakers 2
1974
Go
11
Fantastic Stories Special - 1975 Sword & Sorcery Annual
1975
Go
12
Nebula Award Stories Ten
1976
Go
13
The Best From Galaxy, Volume IV
1976
Go
14
Science Fiction Discoveries
1976
Go
15
Beyond Tomorrow
1976
Go
16
Other Worlds
1978
Go
17
The Arbor House Treasury of Modern Science Fiction / Great Science Fiction of the 20th Century
1980
Go
18
Other Worlds Volume 2
1980
Go
19
8
The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume Three: Nebula Winners 1965-1969
1981
Go
20
Chrysalis 10
1983
Go
21
Nebula Award Stories 3
1983
Go
22
Age of Wonders: Exploring the World of Science Fiction
1984
Go
23
6
Berserker Base
1985
Go
24
2
The Third Omni Book of Science Fiction
1985
Go
25
Terry's Universe: Science fiction's finest writers join in honoring the memory of Terry Carr
1987
Go
26
The Monster Book of Monsters
1988
Go
27
Robert Adams' Book of Soldiers
1988
Go
28
The Best of the Nebulas
1989
Go
29
Hidden Turnings
1989
Go
30
The Seventh Omni Book of Science Fiction
1989
Go
31
Drabble II: Double Century
1990
Go
32
Modern Classics of Science Fiction
1991
Go
33
Christmas Forever
1993
Go
34
Sea-Cursed
1994
Go
35
Omni Visions Two
1994
Go
36
8
Black Thorn, White Rose
1994
Go
37
6
Superheroes
1995
Go
38
Warriors of Blood and Dreams
1995
Go
39
Angels!
1995
Go
40
Cthulhu 2000
1995
Go
41
6
Forever After
1995
Go
42
6
The Williamson Effect
1996
Go
43
Modern Classics of Fantasy
1997
Go
44
Explorers
2000
Go
45
Supermen
2002
Go
46
A.I.s
2004
Go
47
Fantasy For Good: A Charitable Anthology
2014
Go
48
Robots Through the Ages
2023
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Roger Zelazny

Roger Zelazny (Roger Joseph Zelazny) was born on May 13th, 1937. Roger passed away June 14th, 1995 at 58 years old. Roger Zelazny was born in Euclid, Ohio, USA.

Roger Zelazny is known for writing in the Fantasy and Science Fiction genres.

Roger Zelazny had written 23 standalone novels, starting with This Immortal / …And Call Me Conrad in 1966. The most recently released novel was The Dead Man's Brother, which was released in 2009.

Roger Zelazny also wrote the Short Story Collections series which has 12 books including Four for Tomorrow and The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth.

Roger Zelazny: Awards & Accolades

Zelazny's books have won multiple awards, This Immortal / …And Call Me Conrad won the Hugo Award, Best Novel, in 1966 as well as the Seiun Award - Best Translated Long Work in 1976. Lord of Light won the Hugo Award, Best Novel, in 1968. Unicorn Variation won the Seiun Award, Best Translated Short Story, in 1984. 24 Views of Mt. Fuji, by Hokusai won the Hugo Award, Best Novella, in 1986. Permafrost won the Hugo Award, Best Novelette, in 1987.

Roger Zelazny books have also been nominated for multiple awards, Nine Princes in Amber was nominated for the Mythopoeic Award, Fantasy Award, in 1971. Jack of Shadows was nominated for the Hugo Award, Best Novel, in 1972. The Guns of Avalon was nominated for the Mythopoeic Award, Fantasy Award, in 1973. Doorways in the Sand was nominated for the Hugo Award, Best Novel, in 1976. Black Thorn, White Rose was nominated for the World Fantasy Award, Anthology, in 1995.

Roger Zelazny: Lists & Other Mentions

  • Nine Princes in Amber was a Flavor Wire: 50 Sci-Fi/Fantasy Novels That Everyone Should Read Selection in 2013.
  • The Chronicles of Amber was an NPR: Top 100 Science-Fiction, Fantasy Books Selection in 2011.

Related Authors

Fans of Roger Zelazny also enjoy these authors:

  1. Piers Anthony, author of the Xanth Series.
  2. Ann Leckie, author of the Imperial Radch Series.
  3. Michael J. Sullivan, author of the Riyria Revelations Omnibus Series.
  4. Marion Zimmer Bradley, author of the Avalon Series.
  5. Edgar Rice Burroughs, author of the John Carter Of Mars Series.
  6. Martha Wells, author of the Murderbot Diaries Series.
  7. Pierce Brown, author of the Red Rising Series.
  8. Steven Erikson, author of the Malazan Book Of The Fallen Series.
  9. Anne McCaffrey, author of the Dragonriders of Pern Series.
  10. Amal El-Mohtar, author of: This Is How You Lose the Time War.

Roger Zelazny: F.A.Q

When was Roger Zelazny Born?

Roger Zelazny was born on May 13th, 1937.

When did Roger Zelazny die?

Roger Zelazny died on June 14th, 1995 at 58 years old.

Where was Roger Zelazny Born?

Roger Zelazny was born in Euclid, Ohio, USA.

What book awards has Roger Zelazny won?

This Immortal / …And Call Me Conrad: Hugo Award Best Novel (1966), Seiun Award Best Translated Long Work (1976).
Lord of Light: Hugo Award Best Novel (1968).
Unicorn Variation: Seiun Award Best Translated Short Story (1984).
24 Views of Mt. Fuji, by Hokusai: Hugo Award Best Novella (1986).
Permafrost: Hugo Award Best Novelette (1987).

What was the first book Roger Zelazny wrote?

The first book written by Roger Zelazny was Four for Tomorrow, published in 1965.

What was the most recent book Roger Zelazny wrote?

His most recently released work was The Eve of RUMOKO (a short story) on March 24th, 2024.

What is the most popular book by Roger Zelazny?

Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular Roger Zelazny book is Nine Princes in Amber. Here are his most popular books:
  1. Nine Princes in Amber (8.15)
  2. The Guns of Avalon (7.87)
  3. The Sign of the Unicorn (7.69)
  4. Trumps of Doom (7.54)
  5. The Hand of Oberon (7.91)

What genres does Roger Zelazny Write?

Roger Zelazny primarily writes in the Fantasy and Science Fiction genres. His work includes sub-genres such as Epic / High Fantasy, Space Opera, and Mythic Fantasy.

How many books has Roger Zelazny written?

Roger Zelazny has written 73 books across 14 series, excluding contributions to anthologies.
  • 10 books in the Chronicles Of Amber Series
  • 3 Chronicles Of Amber Collections
  • 3 books in the Changeling Saga Series
  • 2 books in the Dilvish Stories Series
  • 2 books in the Francis Sandow Series
  • 3 books in the Millennial Contest Series
  • 1 book in the Millenium Series
  • 23 Standalone Novels
  • 5 Short Stories/Novellas
  • 7 Collected Stories Of Collections
  • 12 Short Story Collections
  • 1 Non-Fiction Books
  • 1 book in the L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future Series

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