William Sanders is an accomplished author and veteran whose writing spans multiple genres, including science fiction, alternate history, and military fiction. With over 20 published books and numerous short stories and articles to his name, his work has garnered critical acclaim. His short fiction has earned nominations for prestigious awards such as the Hugo and Nebula, and he has twice received the Sidewise Award for Alternate History, solidifying his reputation in speculative fiction.
Before establishing himself as a writer, Sanders served with the US Army Security Agency during the Vietnam War, an experience that has influenced his storytelling. His works often blend historical authenticity with imaginative twists, particularly in alternate history narratives. Sanders' ability to merge meticulous research with compelling prose has made his fiction resonate with both genre enthusiasts and general readers alike. His contributions to speculative fiction continue to be celebrated for their originality and depth.
Hardball Books
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1
Hardball
1992
2
Aryan Legion
1992
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Skorpion
1992
Taggart Roper Mystery Books
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1
The Next Victim
1993
2
A Death on 66
1994
3
Blood Autumn
1995
Standalone Novels
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1
Journey to Fusang
1988
2
Steel Wings
1991
3
The Wild Blue and the Gray
1991
4
The Ballad of Billy Badass and the Rose of Turkestan
1999
5
Smoke
2000
6
The Bernadette Operation
2001
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J.
2001
Short Stories/Novellas
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1
The Undiscovered
1997
Collections
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Are We Having Fun Yet?
2002
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Is It Now Yet?
2005
3
East of the Sun and West of Fort Smith
2008
William Sanders Anthologies
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Vampire Detectives
1995
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Asimov's Science Fiction, June 1999
1999
3
The Age of Wonders: Tales from the Near Future
2000
4
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 15
2002
5
Witpunk
2003
6
The Best of the Best: 20 Years of the Best Short Science Fiction Novels
2005
7
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Twenty-Third Annual Collection