Joseph E. Swift’s journey spans a lifetime of creative expression, from adventure stories in childhood to science fiction in his golden years. His reviews on thesilverscream.com have entertained millions of readers, and his memoirs and essays continue to inspire. Now living in Montreal with his wife, he remains dedicated to sharing the stories that have shaped his remarkable life.
Adventure in life, adventure in words.
Joseph E. Swift’s novels offer a captivating journey through distant galaxies, rebellious worlds, and the human spirit. From The Earthborn Men, where artificial intelligences and space explorers fight to rebuild the solar system, Progeny’s Child, which is the first book of the Atalanta’s Worlds series, which chronicles Martian rebellions and the adventures of a sentient spaceship, these tales blend science fiction with timeless themes of survival, discovery, and rebellion.
In The Brazen Anvil, mysteries unfold in the orbit of Jupiter, while Planetscapes invites readers to explore the rich and varied landscapes of moons and planets, where each story stands as a world of its own. The Dark Lord’s Kingdom brings epic battles and interplanetary intrigue to the forefront, while The Sirens’ Voices draws inspiration from Homer’s Odyssey for a space-bound quest filled with danger and triumph.
Swift’s mainstream works, such as Falling Asleep in Reality Class, capture the spirit of the Sixties, while Lowdown on the Fantasy Class humorously critiques the societal divide in the modern world.
Each book is a doorway to an unforgettable adventure, blending imaginative science fiction with deeply human stories.
Your next escape begins here.