Portrait of William Tenn

William Tenn books in order

British-American science fiction author

Lived
1920–2010
Country
United Kingdom
Books
5

William Tenn published 5 novels, beginning with Of Men and Monsters (1968).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with William Tenn

William Tenn books in order of publication

  1. Of Men and Monsters (1968)

    251 pages

  2. Once Against the Law (1968)

    330 pages

  3. The Wooden Star (1968)

    254 pages

  4. Immodest Proposals (Feb 2001)

    618 pages

  5. Here Comes Civilization (Sep 2001)

    554 pages

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About William Tenn

William Tenn was the pseudonym of Philip Klass, a British-born American science fiction author, notable for many stories with satirical elements.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

William Tenn FAQ

How many books has William Tenn written?
William Tenn published 5 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read William Tenn's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Of Men and Monsters.
What is William Tenn's last book?
Here Comes Civilization (2001).
What is William Tenn's most famous book?
Of Men and Monsters (1968) is William Tenn's most widely read book.
Can I read William Tenn's books for free?
Yes. 6 books by William Tenn 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.