The Locus Index to Science Fiction: 1984-1998

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The Essential Dracula ed. Leonard Wolf (Penguin/Plume 0-452-26943-1, Feb ’93, $12.00, 445pp, tp) [Dracula] Newly annotated edition of Bram Stoker’s Dracula (Constable 1897) plus “Dracula’s Guest”, a long introductory essay by Wolf, and illustrations by Christopher Bing.

The Essential Frankenstein: The Definitive Annotated Edition of Mary Shelley’s Classic Novel ed. Leonard Wolf (Penguin/Plume 0-452-26968-7, Oct ’93, $15.00, 357pp, tp) [Frankenstein] Completely annotated edition of Mary Shelley’s classic novel Frankenstein (Lackington 1818), revised and expanded from The Annotated Frankenstein (Clarkson N. Potter 1977), with the original 1818 text rather than the more common 1831 revision. This includes a filmography, contemporary reviews, and a bibliography. [Mary W. Shelley]

The Claw of the Conciliator Gene Wolfe (Easton Press, May ’93, no price, 301pp, hc) [Book of the New Sun] Reprint (Timescape 1981) sf novel, second in the “Book of the New Sun” series. With an introduction by Joan Gordon and artwork by Toni Taylor. This special leatherbound gilt-edge edition is part of the “Masterpieces of Science Fiction” series and is available by subscription only.

Lake of the Long Sun Gene Wolfe (Tor 0-312-85494-3, Jan ’94 [Dec ’93], $22.95, 352pp, hc, cover by Richard Bober) [Book of the Long Sun] Sf novel, second book of the “Book of the Long Sun” series.

Nightside the Long Sun Gene Wolfe (Tor 0-312-85207-X, Apr ’93 [Mar ’93], $21.95, 333pp, hc, cover by Richard Bober) [Book of the Long Sun] Sf novel, first book of “The Book of the Long Sun”.

Nightside the Long Sun Gene Wolfe (Tor 0-812-51625-7, Dec ’93 [Nov ’93], $4.99, 352pp, pb, cover by Richard Bober) [Book of the Long Sun] Reprint (Tor 1993) sf novel, first book of “The Book of the Long Sun” series.

Pandora by Holly Hollander Gene Wolfe (Tor/Orb 0-312-85298-3, Jul ’93 [Jun ’93], $8.95, 198pp, tp, cover by Richard Bober) Reprint (Tor 1990) associational mystery novel with “subtle elements of fantasy.”

Storeys from the Old Hotel Gene Wolfe (SFBC #05920, Jan ’93, $10.98, 331pp, hc, cover by D. Rottermund) Reprint (Kerosina 1988) collection of 34 short pieces, three original, with an introduction by the author. Similar to the 1992 Tor edition except it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.

Young Wolfe Gene Wolfe (United Mythologies Press 0-921322-32-1, Dec ’92 [Jan ’93], $15.95, 69pp, hc) Collection of nine early stories, two apparently not previously published. A 100-copy signed limited edition (-33-X, $40.00) was announced but not seen — this includes a 32-page pamphlet, Orbital Thoughts, a collection of quotations from Wolfe’s stories that originally appeared in the Orbit series, selected by Rosemary Wolfe. Available from United Mythologies Press, Box 390 Sta. A, Weston ONT M9N 3N1, Canada. Add $3.00 for postage.

Path of the Hero Dave Wolverton (Bantam Spectra 0-553-56129-4, Apr ’93 [Mar ’93], $5.99, 420pp, pb, cover by Paul Youll) Sf novel of the adventures of a half-Neanderthal on a planet established by paleobiologists to house gentically engineered specimens of extinct species. The continuation of Serpent Catch.

L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume IX ed. Dave Wolverton (Bridge 0-88404-823-3, Oct ’93 [Sep ’93], $5.99, 413pp, pb) Original anthology of 17 stories from the 1991-1992 Writers of the Future contest, illustrated by the winners of the 1991-1992 Illustrators of the Future contest, with non-fiction pieces by well known authors. Earlier volumes in the series were edited by Algis Budrys.

Elvissey Jack Womack (Easton Press, Jun ’93, no price, 319pp, hc) Sf novel of time-travelers who kidnap Elvis in order to deify him. This edition is being published “simultaneously” with the Tor edition listed five months ago. This special leatherbound gilt-edge edition is part of the “Signed First Editions of Science Fiction” series and is available by subscription only.

The Lost Prince Bridget Wood (Ballantine Del Rey 0-345-37976-4, Jul ’93 [Jun ’93], $10.00, 601pp, tp, cover by Keith Parkinson) [Wolfking] Fantasy novel set in post-holocaust Ireland, second book of the “Wolfking” series. This edition has been slightly revised. First American edition (Headline 1992).

Pastures in the Sky Patrick Woodroffe (Pomegranate Artbooks 1-56640-676-5, Nov ’93 [Oct ’93], $30.00, 111pp, hc, cover by Patrick Woodroffe) Art book, a collection of Woodruffe art, mostly full-color, with a foreword by Roger Dean. Available from Pomegranate, Box 6099, Rohnert Park CA 94927.

Orlando Virginia Woolf (Harcourt Brace 0-15-670160-X, Jun ’93, $10.95, 329pp, tp) Reprint (Hogarth 1928) fantasy novel of an Elizabethan gentleman who lives to become a 20th-century woman. A movie tie-in edition.

Orlando Virginia Woolf (BOMC/QPBC, Dec ’93, $7.95, 333pp, tp) Reprint (Hogarth 1928) literary fantasy novel of an Elizabethan gentleman who lives to become a 20th-century woman.

Calling on Dragons Patricia C. Wrede (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich 0-15-200950-7, Mar ’93, $16.95, 244pp, hc, cover by Trina Schart Hyman) [Enchanted Forest] Young-adult fantasy novel, third book of the “Enchanted Forest Chronicles”.

Snow White and Rose Red Patricia C. Wrede (Tor 0-812-53497-2, Dec ’93 [Nov ’93], $4.99, 273pp, pb, cover by Thomas Canty) Reissue (Tor 1989) fairy tale fantasy novel; second printing.

Talking to Dragons Patricia C. Wrede (Harcourt Brace 0-15-284247-0, Sep ’93 [Aug ’93], $16.95, 255pp, hc, cover by Trina Schart Hyman) [Enchanted Forest] Reprint (Ace/Tempo 1985) young-adult fantasy novel, fourth book of the “Enchanted Forest Chronicles”. This was the first book written in the series.

A Ghost in the House Betty Ren Wright (Scholastic 0-590-43603-1, Sep ’93 [Oct ’93], $2.95, 164pp, tp) Reprint (Scholastic 1991) young-adult ghost novel. Sarah’s great-aunt is being victimized by a ghost seeking revenge.

The Ghosts of Mercy Manor Betty Ren Wright (Scholastic 0-590-43601-5, Sep ’93 [Oct ’93], $13.95, 172pp, hc, cover by Liana Soman) Young-adult ghost fantasy novel. 12 year-old Gwen moves into a haunted house and is determined to find out why the ghost of a girl her own age walks there.

Yesterday’s Tomorrows: The Golden Age of Science Fiction Movie Posters Bruce Lanier Wright (Taylor Publishing 0-87833-824-1, May ’93 [Jun ’93], $19.95, 184pp, tp) A history of sf movie poster art from 1950-1964, with nearly 100 full-color reproductions. Order from Taylor Publishing, 1550 West Mockingbird Lane, Dallas TX 75235.

Dark Visions T. Lucien Wright (Zebra/Pinnacle 1-55817-732-9, Jul ’93 [Jun ’93], $4.50, 317pp, pb) Horror novel of a girl whose life is haunted by images of a frightening tunnel, which has enabled a killer to become an immortal predator of mankind.

Isaac Asimov’s Robots in Time #2: Marauder William F. Wu (AvoNova 0-380-76511-X, Jul ’93 [Jun ’93], $4.99, 243pp, pb, cover by Bruce Jensen) [Robots in Time] Sf novelization, second book of the “Robots in Time” series, a follow-up to “Isaac Asimov’s Robot City”. With illustrations by Matt Ellson. Packaged and copyrighted by Byron Preiss Visual Publications.

Isaac Asimov’s Robots in Time: Predator William F. Wu (AvoNova 0-380-76510-1, Apr ’93 [Mar ’93], $4.99, 244pp, pb, cover by Dean Motter) [Robots in Time] Sf novelization, first book of a new “Robot” series, a followup tp “Isaac Asimov’s Robot City”. With illustrations by Matt Ellson. Packaged and copyrighted by Byron Preiss Visual Publications.

Isaac Asimov’s Robots in Time: Warrior William F. Wu (AvoNova 0-380-76512-8, Oct ’93 [Sep ’93], $4.99, 228pp, pb, cover by Bruce Jensen) [Robots in Time] Sf novelization, third book of the “Robots in Time” series, a follow-up to “Isaac Asimov’s Robot City”. With illustrations by Matt Ellson. Packaged and copyrighted by Byron Preiss Visual Publications.

Mutant Chronicles: In Lunacy William F. Wu (Penguin/Roc 0-451-45317-4, Dec ’93 [Nov ’93], $4.99, 246pp, pb) [Mutant Chronicles: Apostate of Insanity] Novelization based on the Mutant Chronicles game, first book of the “Apostate of Insanity” trilogy. Includes a portfolio of uncredited illustrations. Copyrighted by Target Games.

Sorcerer’s Legacy Janny Wurts (Bantam Spectra 0-553-27846-0, May ’93, $4.99, 246pp, pb, cover by Janny Wurts) Reissue (Ace 1982) fantasy novel; second printing.

The Chrysalids John Wyndham (Carroll & Graf 0-7867-0041-6, Nov ’93 [Oct ’93], $3.95, 200pp, pb) Reprint (Ballantine 1955 as Re-Birth) sf novel. This follows the shorter text (and title) of the British edition.

The Day of the Triffids John Wyndham (Carroll & Graf 0-88184-989-8, Jul ’93 [Jun ’93], $3.95, 272pp, pb) [Triffids] Reprint (Doubleday 1951) classic sf novel.

A Stranger Here Thelma Hatch Wyss (HarperCollins 0-06-021438-4, Feb ’93 [May ’93], $14.00, 132pp, hc, cover by Joanie Schwarz) Young-adult fantasy novel of a teenage girl and the ghost of a boy killed in WWII.

Better in the Dark Chelsea Quinn Yarbro (Tor 0-312-85504-4, Dec ’93 [Nov ’93], $23.95, 412pp, hc, cover by Maren) [Saint-Germain] Historical vampire novel set in the Dark Ages, part of the “Saint-Germain” series.

Darker Jewels Chelsea Quinn Yarbro (Tor 0-312-85296-7, Apr ’93 [Mar ’93], $19.95, 398pp, hc, cover by Maren) [Saint-Germain] Historical vampire novel in the “Saint-Germain” series, placing the immortal Count in the court of Ivan the Terrible.

Dragon Steel Laurence Yep (HarperTrophy 0-06-440486-2, Sep ’93 [Aug ’93], $4.95, 275pp, tp, cover by Bill Dodge) [Dragon] Reprint (Harper & Row 1985) young-adult fantasy novel, second book of the “Dragon” series.

Gemtrapp Ian Yngveson (Dorrance Publishing 0-8059-3308-5, Apr ’93, $8.95, 74pp, tp, cover by Troy Smith) Sf novella of clairvoyant star travellers. Order from Dorrance Publishing Co., 643 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh PA 15222.

Briar Rose Jane Yolen (Tor 0-812-55862-6, Nov ’93 [Oct ’93], $4.99, 200pp, pb, cover by Thomas Canty) Reprint (Tor 1992) novel about fantay, utilizing the story of Sleeping Beauty and set in German forests during World War II. A World Fantasy Award nominee.

Here There Be Dragons Jane Yolen (Harcourt Brace 0-15-209888-7, Nov ’93 [Oct ’93], $16.95, 149pp, hc, cover by David Wilgus) Young-adult collection of five stories (one apparently original) plus poems and vignettes, with illustrations by David Wilgus.

Vampires ed. Jane Yolen & Martin H. Greenberg (HarperTrophy 0-06-440485-4, Aug ’93 [Jul ’93], $3.95, 228pp, tp) Reprint (HarperCollins 1991) young-adult original anthology of 13 stories about vampires.

Star Wars: Dark Force Rising Timothy Zahn (Bantam 0-553-56071-9, Mar ’93 [Feb ’93], $5.99, 439pp, pb, cover by Tom Jung) [Star Wars] Reprint (Bantam Spectra 1992) sf novelization based on the characters from the Star Wars films. Second book of a trilogy.

Star Wars: The Last Command Timothy Zahn (Bantam Spectra 0-553-09186-7, May ’93 [Apr ’93], $21.95, 407pp, hc, cover by Tom Jung) [Star Wars] Sf novelization based on the characters from the Star Wars films, third book of a trilogy.

Star Wars: The Last Command Timothy Zahn (SFBC #00913, Jul ’93 [Jun ’93], $8.98, 349pp, hc, cover by Tom Jung) [Star Wars] Reprint (Bantam Spectra 1993) sf novelization based on the characters from the Star Wars films, third book of a trilogy. Similar to the Bantam Spectra edition except it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.

Feast of Egos José Zaidenweber (Dorrance Publishing 0-8059-3361-1, May ’93, $12.95, 228pp, tp, cover by Gary Postrech) Sf thriller about the conflict surrounding the development of a cloning process to lengthen the human lifespan. Originally published in Spanish. Order from Dorrance Publishing, 643 Smithfield St., Pittsburgh PA 15222.

The Year Seven Molleen Zanger (Naiad Press 1-56280-034-5, May ’93 [Aug ’93], $9.95, 197pp, tp) Lesbian post-holocaust sf novel of a group of women trying to survive in a devastated world.

Sky Road Ann Tonsor Zeddies (Ballantine Del Rey 0-345-37865-2, Feb ’93 [Jan ’93], $4.99, 434pp, pb, cover by David Mattingly) [Deathgift] Military sf novel; sequel to Deathgift.

The Changing Land Roger Zelazny (Ballantine Del Rey 0-345-34441-3, Nov ’93 [Oct ’93], $4.99, 245pp, pb, cover by Michael Herring) [Dilvish] Reissue (Del Rey 1981) fantasy novel in the “Dilvish” series; fifth printing.

Dilvish, the Damned Roger Zelazny (Ballantine Del Rey 0-345-33417-5, Nov ’93 [Oct ’93], $4.99, 215pp, pb, cover by Michael Herring) [Dilvish] Reissue (Del Rey 1982) collection of 11 stories in the “Dilvish” series; ninth printing.

A Night in the Lonesome October Roger Zelazny (Morrow AvoNova 0-688-12508-5, Aug ’93 [Jul ’93], $18.00, 280pp, hc, cover by James Warhola) [Sherlock Holmes; Dracula; Frankenstein] Humorous Victorian Gothic fantasy featuring Sherlock Holmes, Jack the Ripper, Dracula, the Frankenstein monster, and Larry Talbot. With illustrations by Gahan Wilson. A crazy and entertaining romp. Recommended (SW).

A Night in the Lonesome October Roger Zelazny (Easton Press, Oct ’93, no price, 280pp, hc) [Sherlock Holmes; Dracula] Humorous Victorian Gothic fantasy. Published “simultaneously” with the Morrow AvoNova edition listed three months ago. This special leatherbound gilt-edge edition is part of the “Signed First Editions of Science Fiction” series and is available by subscription only.

A Night in the Lonesome October Roger Zelazny (SFBC #02039, Dec ’93 [Nov ’93], $8.98, 280pp, hc, cover by James Warhola) [Sherlock Holmes; Dracula] Reprint (Morrow AvoNova 1993) humorous Victorian Gothic fantasy, with illustrations by Gahan Wilson. Similar to the Morrow AvoNova edition except it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.

If at Faust You Don’t Succeed Roger Zelazny & Robert Sheckley (Bantam Spectra 0-553-37141-X, Mar ’93 [Feb ’93], $11.95, 322pp, tp) Humorous fantasy novel, where Dr. Johann Faust is in the middle of the Millennial contest between good and evil.

The Broken God David Zindell (Bantam Spectra 0-553-56450-1, Jan ’94 [Dec ’93], $5.99, 695pp, pb, cover by Stephen Youll) [Requiem for Homo Sapiens] Sf novel, sequel to Neverness.

The Trials and Tribulations of Little Red Riding Hood, Second Edition Jack Zipes (Routledge 0-415-90835-3, Sep ’93 [Nov ’93], $17.95, 408pp, tp) Non-fiction, criticism. An analysis of the story of Little Red Riding Hood, including 35 versions of the tale, from the Brothers Grimm to Angela Carter. With a new preface by Zipes. A revised and expanded edition of the 1983 book. A hardcover edition (-90834-5, $49.95) was announced but not seen. Available from Routledge, 29 West 35th St., New York NY 10019.

Transit Ben Aaronovitch (Doctor Who Books 0-426-20384-4, Jan ’93, £3.99, 264pp, pb, cover by Peter Elson) [Doctor Who] Original novel based on the Doctor Who TV series. This is a world-wide edition and is available in the US for $5.95.

The House of Doctor Dee Peter Ackroyd (Hamish Hamilton 0-241-12500-6, 1993 [Nov ’93], £14.99, 277pp, hc) Literary ghost story.

Hot Pursuit Nadia Adamant (Headline 0-7472-4266-6, Nov ’93, £4.99, 311pp, pb) Erotic sf novel about cryogenics.

Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency and The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul Douglas Adams (Pan 0-330-33431-X, Oct ’93, £4.99, 494pp, pb) [Dirk Gently] Omnibus of the two novels in the “Dirk Gently” series.

Mostly Harmless Douglas Adams (Pan 0-330-32311-3, Oct ’93 [Sep ’93], £4.99, 219pp, pb) [Hitchhiker] Reprint (Heinemann 1992) humorous sf novel. Volume five in the “Hitch-Hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” trilogy.

A Creepy Company Joan Aiken (Gollancz 0-575-05544-8, Jun ’93, £9.99, 156pp, hc, cover by Alan Fraser) Young-adult collection of 11 ghost/horror stories, six original.

Is Joan Aiken (Red Fox 0-09-910921-2, Jun ’93, £3.50, 284pp, pb, cover by Mark Robertson) [Alternate England; James III] Reprint (Cape 1992) young-adult fantasy novel, illustrated by Pat Marriott. Volume seven in the “Alternate England” sequence.

Nightbirds on Nantucket Joan Aiken (Red Fox 0-09-988890-4, Jun ’93, £3.50, 202pp, pb, cover by Mark Robertson) [Alternate England; James III] Reprint (Cape 1966) young-adult fantasy novel, illustrated by Pat Marriott. Volume three in the “Alternate England” sequence.

The Stolen Lake Joan Aiken (Red Fox 0-09-988840-8, Jun ’93, £3.50, 318pp, pb, cover by Mark Robertson) [Alternate England; James III] Reprint (Cape 1981) young-adult fantasy novel, illustrated by Pat Marriott. Volume four in the “Alternate England” sequence.

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