The Locus Index to Science Fiction: 1999

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Star Trek, Deep Space Nine: Rebels Book Three: The Liberated Dafydd ab Hugh (Pocket 0-671-01142-1, Apr ’99 [Mar ’99], $6.50, 238pp, pb) [Star Trek: Deep Space Nine: Rebels] Star Trek novelization, third in a trilogy. The title The Liberated is not noted on the cover. Copyrighted by Paramount Pictures.

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine: Rebels Book One: The Conquered Dafydd ab Hugh (Pocket 0-671-01140-5, Feb ’99, $6.50, 233pp, pb) [Star Trek: Deep Space Nine: Rebels] Star Trek novelization, first in a trilogy. The title The Conquered is not noted on the cover. Copyrighted by Paramount Pictures.

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine: Rebels Book Two: The Courageous Dafydd ab Hugh (Pocket 0-671-01141-3, Mar ’99 [Feb ’99], $6.50, 235pp, pb, cover by Dru Blair) [Star Trek: Deep Space Nine: Rebels] Star Trek novelization, second in a trilogy. The title The Courageous is not noted on the cover. Copyrighted by Paramount Pictures.

Jerlayne Lynn Abbey (DAW 0-88677-809-3, Apr ’99 [Mar ’99], $6.99, 519pp, pb, cover by Griesbach Martucci) Fantasy novel. Jerlayne must leave Faerie to discover why none of her children are elven.

The World of Darkness: Dark Tyrants ed. Justin Achilli & Rob Hatch (White Wolf 1-56504-888-1, Apr ’99 [Mar ’99], $5.99, 320pp, tp) [World of Darkness] Reprint (White Wolf 1997) original anthology of 13 stories loosely based on the “Vampire: The Dark Ages” role-playing game. Copyrighted by White Wolf.

Science-Fiction Classics: The Stories that Morphed into Movies ed. Forrest J Ackerman (TV Books 1-57500-040-7, Aug ’99 [Jul ’99], $15.95, 446pp, tp) Anthology of 15 classic SF stories that grew up to be movies.

So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish Douglas Adams (Ballantine 0-345-39183-7, Apr ’99 [Mar ’99], $6.99, 214pp, pb) [Hitchhiker] Reprint (Pan 1984) humorous SF novel, fourth in the “Hitchhiker’s” trilogy.

The Ultimate Hitchhiker’s Guide Douglas Adams (Random House Value/Portland House 0-517-12485-8, Jan ’99 [Mar ’99], $15.98, 815pp, hc) [Hitchhiker] Reprint (Heinemann 1995 as The Hitch Hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy: A Trilogy in Five Parts; Random House/Wings 1996 as The Ultimate Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy) omnibus of the five novels plus the story “Young Zaphod Plays it Safe”. This is a leatherbound, gilt-edged instant remainder edition, supposedly produced solely for Waldenbooks/Borders, and indicates second printing; it has the same ISBN as a 1997 hardcover edition also specially produced for Borders (not seen).

The Golden Shield of IBF Jerry & Sharon Ahern (Baen 0-671-57825-1, Aug ’99 [Jul ’99], $6.99, 489pp, pb, cover by Bob Eggleton) Fantasy novel. A beautiful Virgin Enchantress seeks help in the “other realm” of Earth and finds an FBI agent at an SF convention.

Black Hearts in Battersea Joan Aiken (Houghton Mifflin 0-395-97128-4, Oct ’99, $5.95, 233pp, tp, cover by Edward Gorey) [Alternate England; James III] Reprint (Cape 1965) YA alternate-history novel, second in the “Wolves” series. A hardcover edition (0-395-97115-2, $15.00) was announced but not seen.

Dangerous Games Joan Aiken (Delacorte 0-385-32661-0, Mar ’99 [Feb ’99], $15.95, 251pp, hc, cover by Christer Eriksson) [Alternate England; James III] Young-adult alternate-history fantasy novel, the ninth book in the “Wolves Chronicles”. Dido Twite goes to a remote island in search of a gamemaster to amuse the ailing King James III.

Nightbirds on Nantucket Joan Aiken (Houghton Mifflin 0-395-97185-3, Oct ’99, $5.95, 218pp, tp, cover by Edward Gorey) [Alternate England; James III] Reprint (Cape 1966) YA alternate-history novel, third in the “Wolves” series. A hardcover edition (0-395-97124-1, $15.00) was announced but not seen.

Le Grand Meaulnes, or The Lost Domain, and Miracles Henri Alain-Fournier (Tartarus Press 1-872621-38-4, Apr ’99, $49.95, 283 + xiv, hc, cover by Peter Strausfield) Omnibus of two books with elements of magic realism: the novel Le Grand Meaulnes, in a new translation by R.B. Russell from the French (1913); and the collection Miracles (1913) of poems and prose, translated by Adrian Eckersley, who provides introductions to both sections. This follows the 1986 expanded edition of Miracles, with the pieces in chronological order of composition. Originally published in the UK (£25.00). Available in the US from Firebird Distributing, 2030 First Street, Unit 5, Eureka CA 95501; 800-353-3575.

The Twinkling of an Eye, or, My Life as an Englishman Brian Aldiss (St. Martin’s 0-312-19346-7, Apr ’99, $32.50, 485pp, hc) Non-fiction, autobiography. Includes an index, and eight unpaginated pages of photos. First US edition (Little, Brown UK 1998).

The Black Cauldron Lloyd Alexander (Holt 0-8050-6131-2, May ’99 [Apr ’99], $17.95, 180pp, hc, cover by Evaline Ness) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reissue (Holt, Rinehart and Winston 1965) young-adult fantasy novel, second book of the “Chronicles of Prydain”. This is the first printing of a “revised” edition with a new glossary; the text is still copyrighted 1965.

The Black Cauldron Lloyd Alexander (Dell Yearling Newbery 0-440-22883-2, Jun ’99 [May ’99], $2.99, 229pp, pb) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reprint (Holt, Rinehart & Winston 1965) young-adult fantasy novel, second book of the “Chronicles of Prydain”. This is a promotional edition, marked “Special low price” on the cover, with a new ISBN, and indicates first printing.

The Book of Three Lloyd Alexander (Dell Yearling 0-440-40702-8, Jan ’99, $5.50, 224pp, pb) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reprint (Holt, Rinehart & Winston 1964) young-adult fantasy novel, first book of the “Chronicles of Prydain”. 42nd printing.

The Book of Three Lloyd Alexander (Holt 0-8050-6132-0, May ’99 [Apr ’99], $17.95, 188pp, hc, cover by Evaline Ness) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reissue (Holt, Rinehart and Winston 1964) young-adult fantasy novel, first book of the “Chronicles of Prydain”. This “revised edition” indicates first printing; the text retains the 1964 copyright, but there is a new glossary.

The Castle of Llyr Lloyd Alexander (Dell Yearling 0-440-41125-4, Feb ’99 [Apr ’99], $5.50, 206pp, tp) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reissue (Holt, Rinehart and Winston 1966) young-adult fantasy novel, third book of the “Chronicles of Prydain”. 30th printing.

The Castle of Llyr Lloyd Alexander (Holt 0-8050-6133-9, May ’99 [Apr ’99], $17.95, 170pp, hc, cover by Evaline Ness) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reissue (Holt, Rinehart and Winston 1966) young-adult fantasy novel, third book of the “Chronicles of Prydain”. This is the first printing of a “revised edition”; the text retains the 1966 copyright, but a new glossary has been added.

The Foundling and Other Tales of Prydain Lloyd Alexander (Holt 0-8050-6130-4, May ’99 [Apr ’99], $17.95, 96pp, hc, cover by Sasha Meret) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reprint (Holt, Rinehart and Winston 1973) young-adult collection of eight stories; related to (or sixth book in) the “Chronicles of Prydain”. This follows the 1982 Dell omnibus edition that added two stories originally published separately; this also adds a new glossary.

The High King Lloyd Alexander (Dell Yearling 0-440-43574-9, Mar ’99 [Apr ’99], $5.50, 304pp, tp, cover by Jody Lee) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reissue (Holt, Rinehart and Winston 1968) young-adult fantasy novel, fifth book of the “Chronicles of Prydain”. A Newbery Award winner. 38th printing.

The High King Lloyd Alexander (Holt 0-8050-6135-5, May ’99 [Apr ’99], $17.95, 248pp, hc, cover by Evaline Ness) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reissue (Holt, Rinehart and Winston 1968) young-adult fantasy novel, fifth book of the “Chronicles of Prydain”. A Newbery Award winner. This is the first printing of a “revised edition” with a new glossary; the text retains the 1968 copyright.

The House Gobbaleen Lloyd Alexander (Penguin/Puffin 0-14-056504-3, Feb ’99 [Mar ’99], $5.99, unpaginated, tp, cover by Diane Goode) Reprint (Dutton 1995) children’s picture book about an unwanted fairy guest, illustrated by Diane Goode.

The Iron Ring Lloyd Alexander (Penguin/Puffin 0-14-130348-4, Jul ’99, $4.99, 283pp, tp, cover by Brad Weinman) Reprint (Dutton 1997) young-adult fantasy set in mythic India.

Taran Wanderer Lloyd Alexander (Dell Yearling 0-440-48483-9, Mar ’99 [Apr ’99], $5.50, 272pp, tp) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reissue (Holt, Rinehart & Winston 1967) young-adult fantasy novel, fourth book of the “Chronicles of Prydain”. 26th printing.

Taran Wanderer Lloyd Alexander (Holt 0-8050-6134-7, May ’99 [Apr ’99], $17.95, 218pp, hc, cover by Evaline Ness) [Chronicles of Prydain] Reissue (Holt, Rinehart and Winston 1967) young-adult fantasy novel, fourth book of the “Chronicles of Prydain”. This is the first printing of a “revised edition” with a new glossary; the text retains the 1967 copyright.

David Brin’s Out of Time 3: The Game of Worlds Roger MacBride Allen (Avon 0-380-79969-3, Aug ’99, $4.99, 246pp, pb, cover by Peter Bollinger & Cliff Nielsen) [Out of Time] Young-adult SF novel, third in the series created by David Brin. Teens from the present are pulled into the far future to help mankind compete with unfriendly aliens.

Isaac Asimov’s Utopia Roger MacBride Allen (Ace 0-441-00471-7, Mar ’99 [Feb ’99], $6.50, 351pp, pb, cover by Bruce Jensen) [Robot] Reprint (Orion 1996) SF novel, third book of the “Caliban” series continuing the late Isaac Asimov’s “Robot” series. Packaged and copyrighted by Byron Preiss Visual Publications.

Star Wars X-Wing: Solo Command Aaron Allston (Bantam Spectra 0-553-57900-2, Feb ’99 [Jan ’99], $5.99, 341pp, pb, cover by Paul Youll) [Star Wars: X-Wing] Star Wars novelization, seventh in the series based on the computer game based on the movies. Copyrighted by Lucasfilm.

Star Wars X-Wing: Starfighters of Adumar Aaron Allston (Bantam Spectra 0-553-57418-3, Aug ’99 [Jul ’99], $5.99, 291pp, pb, cover by Paul Youll) [Star Wars: X-Wing] Star Wars novelization, ninth in the series based on the computer game based on the movies. Copyrighted by Lucasfilm.

Skellig David Almond (Delacorte 0-385-32653-X, May ’99 [Apr ’99], $15.95, 182pp, hc, cover by Kamil Vojnar) Young-adult fantasy novel. A boy finds a strange creature in a run-down garage, a mix of man and bird with odd powers. First US edition (Hodder Signature 1998, not listed previously).

Superstition David Ambrose (Warner 0-446-60782-7, Dec ’99 [Nov ’99], $6.99, 414pp, pb, cover by Mike Racz) Reprint (Macmillan UK 1997) SF/horror novel.

The Sorcerer’s Apprentices: New Tales in the Tradition of Clark Ashton Smith ed. James Ambuehl (Sunken Citadel/Tenoka Press, 1998 [May ’99], $10.00, 102pp, ph, cover by Mike Minnis) Original anthology of 16 stories, five poems, most in Lovecraftian mode, and one essay, plus black & white illustrations by a variety of artists. Dated 1998 but not seen until now. Order from Sunken Citadel/Tenoka Press, James Ambuehl/Ron Shiflet, 232 Eller, Crowley TX 76036.

Cold White Fury Beth Amos (HarperPaperbacks 0-06-101005-7, Sep ’96 [Jan ’99], $5.99, 355pp, pb) Supernatural thriller. A young widow, her eight-year-old son with paranormal abilities, and a ghost uncover a dangerous conspiracy. This is dated 1996 but not seen until now.

Millennium Jack Anderson (Tor/Forge 0-312-87394-8, Jan 2000 [Dec ’99], $15.95, 332pp, tp, cover by Shelley Eshkar) Reprint (Forge 1994) SF thriller novel. A journalist saves an alien visitor from Earth’s human dangers.

Star Wars: Young Jedi Knights: Under Black Sun Kevin J. Anderson & Rebecca Moesta (SFBC #18411, Apr ’99, $14.98, 356pp, hc, cover by Dave Dorman) [Star Wars: Young Jedi Knights] Omnibus of three young-adult novels in the “Young Jedi Knight” series based on characters from Star Wars, containing Return to Ord Mantell (1998), Trouble on Cloud City (1998), Crisis at Crystal Reef (1998). Copyrighted by Lucasfilm. This special SFBC edition has ISBN 0-7394-0193-9; it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.

Thirsty M. T. Anderson (Candlewick Press 0-7636-0699-5, Sep ’98 [Mar ’99], $4.99, 249pp, pb, cover by Greg Spalenka) Reprint (Candlewick 1997) young-adult vampire novel.

Harvest of Stars Poul Anderson (Tor 0-812-51946-9, Oct ’99, $6.99, 531pp, pb, cover by Vincent Di Fate) [Harvest of Stars] Reissue (Tor 1993) SF novel, first in a future history series. Fifth printing.

Operation Chaos Poul Anderson (Tor/Orb 0-312-87242-9, Oct ’99, $12.95, 256pp, tp) [Steven Matuchek; Ginny Greylock] Reprint (Doubleday 1971) fantasy fix-up novel/collection.

Operation Luna Poul Anderson (Tor 0-312-86706-9, Aug ’99 [Jul ’99], $22.95, 316pp, hc, cover by Julie Bell) [Steven Matuchek; Ginny Greylock] Fantasy novel, sequel to Operation Chaos. Witch Ginny Greylock and werewolf/engineer Steven Matuchek help a mission to the moon.

Operation Otherworld Poul Anderson (SFBC #03372, Sep ’99 [Nov ’99], $12.98, 580pp, hc, cover by Romas Kukalis) [Steven Matuchek; Ginny Greylock] Omnibus of two fantasy novels: Operation Chaos (1971) and Operation Luna (1999). This special SFBC edition has ISBN 0-7394-0580-2; it lacks a price and has the SFBC number on the back jacket.

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