Jeff Young is an award-winning author and editor known for his contributions to speculative fiction anthologies and magazines. His short story "Written in Light" earned him a Writers of the Future award, and his work has appeared in publications such as "Writers of the Future V.26," "Gaslight and Grimm," "Clockwork Chaos," and "TV Gods." He has also published his own collections, including "Spirit Seeker" and "TOI Special Edition 2 – Diversiforms." As an editor, Young has helmed the Drunken Comic Book Monkey line and co-edited the "TV Gods" anthology series.
With a career spanning multiple genres, Young's writing often explores steampunk, science fiction, and fantasy themes. His editorial work reflects his broad interests in speculative fiction, curating stories that blend historical elements with imaginative storytelling. Beyond writing, Young has fostered literary community engagement as the longtime leader of the Watch the Skies SF&F Discussion Group in Harrisburg and Camp Hill. His passion for historical and fantastical aesthetics extends to his work as the proprietor of Helm Haven, an online shop specializing in Renaissance and steampunk costuming. Additionally, he shares his expertise through educational initiatives like Step Back in Time, a class designed to introduce children to Renaissance culture.
Jeff Young Short Stories/Novellas
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Fox Chase
2011
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Defender of the Departed
2012
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Spirit Seeker
2018
Jeff Young Collections
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Within the Branches of Alternity
2011
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Diversiform
2013
3
Written in Light
2021
Padwolf 13 Books
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Apocalypse 13 (By: John L. French, Patrick Thomas, Matt Schiariti)
2012
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Mermaids13 (By: John L. French, Terri Osborne, Danielle Ackley-McPhail, Neal Levin)
2012
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Fantastic Futures 13 (With: Bud Sparhawk, Robert E. Waters, Danielle Ackley-McPhail, James R. Stratton)
2013
4
Lucky 13 (By: Sarah A. Hoyt, Robert E. Waters, Jessica McHugh, Edward J. McFadden III, Matt Schiariti)
2014
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Camelot 13 (By: John L. French, John G. Hartness, Hildy Silverman, Patrick Thomas, David Lee Summers, Edward J. McFadden III)
2018
Defending the Future Books
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Year
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Dogs of War (By: Brenda Cooper, David Sherman, Danielle Ackley-McPhail, Mike McPhail)
2013
2
The Best of Defending the Future (By: Jack McDevitt, Charles E. Gannon, Danielle Ackley-McPhail, Mike McPhail)
2016
3
Man and Machine
2016
4
In Harm's Way (By: Mike McPhail)
2019
5
Best Laid Plans
2021
L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future Books
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L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 1
1985
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L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 2
1986
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1987
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L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 4
1988
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L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 5
1989
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1990
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1991
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1992
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1998
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2002
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2009
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2010
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L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 27
2011
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2012
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2013
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2014
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2015
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2016
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2017
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2021
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2022
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2023
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L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future 40
2024
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L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 41
2025
Jeff Young Anthologies
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In An Iron Cage: The Magic of Steampunk
2011
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Clockwork Chaos
2013
3
TV Gods
2014
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Gaslight & Grimm: Steampunk Faerie Tales
2016
5
The Best of Defending the Future
2016
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TV Gods: Summer Programming
2017
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Eccentric Orbits: An Anthology Of Science Fiction Poetry - Volume 3