Joan D. Vinge

b. 1948

1 series 5 books in order 2 standalone books

Joan D. Vinge is an American science fiction author known for her Hugo Award–winning novel The Snow Queen (1980) and its sequels, as well as her series featuring a telepath named Cat and her Heaven's Chronicles books. She is also the author of The Random House Book of Greek Myths (1999). Vinge has written in the science fiction genre and is recognized for her contributions to the field.

Born: 1948
Known for: Cat series

Series by Joan D. Vinge

Cat series

3 books in order · 1982–1996

Psion (Cat)

1982 · Joan D. Vinge

A sixteen-year-old delinquent, known for lying and stealing, becomes involved in a research project that unlocks his extraordinary telepathic…
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Catspaw

1988 · Joan D. Vinge

Catspaw is a 1988 book by Joan D. Vinge. It is book 2 of the series Cat series.
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Dreamfall

1996 · Joan D. Vinge

Dreamfall is a 1996 book by Joan D. Vinge. It is book 3 of the series Cat series.
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Standalone books

The Snow Queen

2015
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The Summer Queen

1991
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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Joan D. Vinge written?

We list 5 books by Joan D. Vinge across 1 series, published between 1982–2015 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Joan D. Vinge's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Psion (Cat).” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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