Mark Clifton published 3 novels, beginning with They'd Rather Be Right (1954).
Updated September 2026
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They'd Rather Be Right
Mark Clifton's most-read book.
Mark Clifton books in order of publication

They'd Rather Be Right (Aug 1954)

Eight Keys to Eden (1960)

When They Come from Space (1962)
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Mark Irwin Clifton was an American science fiction writer, the co-winner of the second Hugo Award for best novel. He began publishing in May 1952 with the widely anthologized story "What Have I Done?".
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Mark Clifton FAQ
- How many books has Mark Clifton written?
- Mark Clifton published 3 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Mark Clifton's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with They'd Rather Be Right.
- What is Mark Clifton's last book?
- When They Come from Space (1962).
- What is Mark Clifton's most famous book?
- They'd Rather Be Right (1954) is Mark Clifton's most widely read book.
- Can I read Mark Clifton's books for free?
- Yes. 9 books by Mark Clifton are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.







