About
John Maddox Roberts
John Maddox Roberts (1947-2021) was an American science fiction and fantasy author known for his intricate plots, richly detailed worlds, and evocative prose. Born in Anderson, Indiana, he studied Engineering before turning to writing full-time. Roberts' notable works include the historical fantasy series "The King's Blades," the multifaceted "Sarantine Mosaic," and the science fiction novel "The Terra Incognita." His writing received critical acclaim, earning him the Nebula Award for Best Novella (1988) and the World Fantasy Award for Best Collection (1989). Roberts' intricate storytelling and evocative world-building left a lasting impact on the fantasy and science fiction genres. His ability to blend history, mythology, and scientific concepts created immersive and thought-provoking narratives that captivated readers and critics alike.
Book Series by John Maddox Roberts
SPQR Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| The King's Gambit | 1990 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Catiline Conspiracy | 1991 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Sacrilege | 1992 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Temple of the Muses | 1992 | Buy on Amazon |
| Saturnalia | 1994 | Buy on Amazon |
| Nobody Loves a Centurion | 1995 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Tribune's Curse | 1996 | Buy on Amazon |
| The River God's Vengeance | 1997 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Princess and the Pirates | 2000 | Buy on Amazon |
| A Point of Law | 2001 | Buy on Amazon |
| Under Vesuvius | 2001 | Buy on Amazon |
| Oracle of the Dead | 2005 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Year of Confusion | 2010 | Buy on Amazon |
Stormlands Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| The Islander | 1990 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Black Shields | 1991 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Poisoned Land | 1992 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Steel Kings | 1993 | Buy on Amazon |
| Queens of Land and Sea | 1994 | Buy on Amazon |
Adventures of Conan Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Conan the Invincible ( By: Robert Jordan) | 1982 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan The Defender ( By: Robert Jordan) | 1982 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Triumphant ( By: Robert Jordan) | 1983 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Unconquered ( By: Robert Jordan) | 1983 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Victorious ( By: Robert Jordan) | 1984 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Magnificent ( By: Robert Jordan) | 1984 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Destroyer ( By: Robert Jordan) | 1984 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Valorous | 1985 | Buy on Amazon |
| The New Adventures of Conan | 1985 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan The Raider ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1986 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Fearless ( By: Steve Perry) | 1986 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan The Renegade ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1986 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Champion | 1987 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Defiant ( By: Steve Perry) | 1987 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan, The Marauder | 1988 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Warlord ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1988 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Valiant ( By: Roland J. Green) | 1988 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Great ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1989 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan The Hero ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1989 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Bold | 1989 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Indomitable ( By: Steve Perry) | 1989 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan The Free Lance ( By: Steve Perry) | 1990 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Formidable ( By: Steve Perry) | 1990 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Guardian ( By: Roland J. Green) | 1991 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Outcast ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1991 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Rogue | 1991 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan the Relentless ( By: Roland J. Green) | 1992 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan The Savage ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1992 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan and the Treasure of Python | 1993 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan of the Red Brotherhood ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1993 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan and the Gods of the Mountain ( By: Roland J. Green) | 1993 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan and the Manhunters | 1994 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan The Hunter ( By: Sean A. Moore) | 1994 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan Scourge of Bloody Coast ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1994 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan at the Demon's Gate ( By: Roland J. Green) | 1994 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Conan Chronicles ( By: Robert Jordan) | 1995 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan and the Amazon | 1995 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan The Gladiator ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1995 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan and the Mists of Doom ( By: Roland J. Green) | 1995 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan and the Emerald Lotus ( By: John C. Hocking) | 1995 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan and the Shaman's Curse ( By: Sean A. Moore) | 1996 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan Lord of the Black River ( By: Leonard Carpenter) | 1996 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan and the Death Lord of Thanza ( By: Roland J. Green) | 1997 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan and the Grim Grey God ( By: Sean A. Moore) | 1997 | Buy on Amazon |
| Conan of Venarium ( By: Harry Turtledove) | 2003 | Buy on Amazon |
Hannibal's Children Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Hannibal's Children | 2002 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Seven Hills | 2005 | Buy on Amazon |
Gabe Treloar Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Typical American Town | 1994 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Ghosts of Saigon | 1996 | Buy on Amazon |
| Desperate Highways | 1997 | Buy on Amazon |
Falconer Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| The Falcon Strikes | 1982 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Black Pope | 1982 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Bloody Cross | 1982 | Buy on Amazon |
| The King's Treasure | 1983 | Buy on Amazon |
The Cingulum Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| The Cingulum | 1985 | Buy on Amazon |
| Cloak of Illusion | 1985 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Sword, the Jewel and the Mirror | 1988 | Buy on Amazon |
Act Of God Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Act of God | 1985 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Island Worlds | 1987 | Buy on Amazon |
| Between the Stars | 1988 | Buy on Amazon |
| Delta Pavonis | 1990 | Buy on Amazon |
Space Angel Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Space Angel | 1979 | Buy on Amazon |
| Spacer | 1988 | Buy on Amazon |
Dragonlance: Classics Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Murder in Tarsis | 1996 | Buy on Amazon |
| Dalamar the Dark ( By: Nancy Varian Berberick) | 2000 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Citadel ( By: Richard A. Knaak) | 2000 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Inheritance ( By: Nancy Varian Berberick) | 2001 | Buy on Amazon |
John Maddox Roberts Other Novels
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| The Strayed Sheep of Charun | 1977 | Buy on Amazon |
| King of the Wood | 1983 | Buy on Amazon |
| Cestus Dei | 1983 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Enigma Variations | 1989 | Buy on Amazon |
| Total Recall 2070: Machine Dreams | 1999 | Buy on Amazon |
| Legacy of Prometheus | 2000 | Buy on Amazon |
John Maddox Roberts Anthologies
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Historical Whodunits | 1993 | Buy on Amazon |
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