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Alien Nation

by Alan Dean Foster

8 books Started 1988 Latest 1995
Publication Reading Order

The Alien Nation is a Science Fiction / Fantasy series by Alan Dean Foster, made up of 8 books published between 1988 and 1995. It begins with Alien Nation (1988), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Cross of Blood ( By: K.W. Jeter) (1995), spanning 7 years of storytelling.

8books
7years active
2decades
~1yrs between books
1995latest release
# Title Year Buy
1980s
1 Alien Nation 1988 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1990s
2 Dark Horizon ( By: K.W. Jeter) 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Day of Descent ( By: Judith Reeves-Stevens) 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Body and Soul ( By: Peter David) 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 The Change ( By: Barry B. Longyear) 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Slag Like Me ( By: Barry B. Longyear) 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Extreme Prejudice ( By: L.A. Graf)Latest 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Cross of Blood ( By: K.W. Jeter) 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Alien Nation series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Alien Nation series?

Start with Alien Nation (1988), the first book in the Alien Nation series by Alan Dean Foster. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Alien Nation series?

There are 8 books in the Alien Nation series by Alan Dean Foster, published between 1988 and 1995.

What is the first book in the Alien Nation series?

The first book in the Alien Nation series is Alien Nation, published in 1988 by Alan Dean Foster.

What is the latest book in the Alien Nation series?

The most recent book in the Alien Nation series is Cross of Blood ( By: K.W. Jeter) (1995) by Alan Dean Foster.

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About Alan Dean Foster

Alan Dean Foster (born November 18, 1946) is an American science fiction and fantasy author. Foster began writing in the late 1960s and has since published over 100 novels and short stories. His works are known for their vivid imagination, complex characters, and engaging plots. Some of his most famous works include "The Tar-Aiym Krang" series, "The Humanx Commonwealth" series, and the novelizations of several popular movies, including "Star Wars," "Alien," and "The Chronicles of Narnia." Foster has won numerous awards for his work, including the Nebula Award, the Hugo Award, and the Bram Stoker Award. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and have sold over 10 million copies worldwide. Alan Dean Foster is considered one of the most successful and influential science fiction and fantasy authors of our time. His works continue to be enjoyed by readers of all ages and inspire new generations of writers.

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