William Sanders

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
# Title Year
1 Hardball 1992
2 Aryan Legion 1992
3 Skorpion 1992
Taggart Roper Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 The Next Victim 1993
2 A Death on 66 1994
3 Blood Autumn 1995
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
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
7 J. 2001
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 The Undiscovered 1997
Collections
# Title Year
1 Are We Having Fun Yet? 2002
2 Is It Now Yet? 2005
3 East of the Sun and West of Fort Smith 2008
William Sanders Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Vampire Detectives 1995
2 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 2006
8 Walking the Clouds 2012
9 The Book of Swords 2017