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Allan Kaster

Allan Kaster

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Allan Kaster is an editor who curates annual collections of short science fiction. He is best known for his work on The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction and The Year's Top Hard Science Fiction Stories series. These anthologies gather the most notable stories from the genre each year.

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Science Fiction Hard Sci-Fi Fiction Short Stories Space Opera

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Book cover of The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 2

The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 2

Allan Kaster

The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction #2
Book cover of The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 10

The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 10

Alastair Reynolds

The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction #10
Book cover of The Year's Top Hard Science Fiction Stories 4

The Year's Top Hard Science Fiction Stories 4

Allan Kaster

The Year's Top Hard Science Fiction Stories #4
Book cover of The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 8

The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction 8

Alastair Reynolds

The Year's Top Ten Tales of Science Fiction #8
Book cover of The Year's Top Robot and AI Stories
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The Year's Top Robot and AI Stories

Allan Kaster

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is Allan Kaster best known for?

    Allan Kaster is primarily recognized for his extensive work as an editor of science fiction anthologies. He curates annual collections that highlight the best short science fiction stories of the year.

  • What kind of stories does Allan Kaster's anthologies feature?

    Kaster's anthologies frequently focus on specific subgenres within science fiction, such as hard science fiction, robot and AI stories, and shorter novel-length works. He aims to showcase a diverse range of themes and styles from contemporary authors.