Andre Norton
Andre Norton (1912-2005) was an American writer of science fiction and fantasy, one of the most beloved and prolific authors in the field and the first woman to be named a Grand Master of Science Fiction. Over a career spanning decades she wrote more than a hundred novels and inspired generations of readers and writers.
Norton is celebrated for adventurous, imaginative science fiction and fantasy, often featuring young heroes, telepathic bonds with animals, and richly built worlds. Many of her novels from the 1950s entered the public domain because their copyrights were never renewed.
The library offers a selection of those public-domain works, including Star Born, The Time Traders, Storm Over Warlock, The Defiant Agents, Key Out of Time, Star Hunter, and the story 'All Cats Are Gray.' Her later works, including the famous Witch World series, remain under copyright.
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Andre Norton in the library · 7 works
All Cats Are Gray
Key Out of Time
Star Born
Star Hunter
Storm Over Warlock
The Defiant Agents
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Frequently asked questions about Andre Norton
What did Andre Norton write?
Norton wrote more than a hundred science-fiction and fantasy novels over a long career, including the popular Witch World series and many standalone adventures. She was the first woman named a Grand Master of Science Fiction. A number of her 1950s novels are in the public domain, while later works such as Witch World remain under copyright.
Which Andre Norton works are available here?
The library offers her public-domain works, including Star Born, The Time Traders, Storm Over Warlock, The Defiant Agents, Key Out of Time, Star Hunter, and the short story 'All Cats Are Gray.' Many of these are 1950s adventures whose copyrights were not renewed. Her later Witch World novels and other works remain under copyright.
What is The Time Traders about?
The Time Traders follows a young man recruited into a secret project that uses time travel to compete with a hostile power for the technological secrets of the distant past. Full of adventure, danger, and discovery, it launched one of Norton's popular series. It's a fast, engaging example of her science-fiction storytelling.
Where should I start with Andre Norton?
The Time Traders and Storm Over Warlock are great starting points among the public-domain works — brisk, imaginative adventures typical of her style. Star Born is another strong choice. All are fast, accessible, and full of the sense of wonder she was known for.
Why is Andre Norton important?
Norton was one of the most prolific and influential science-fiction and fantasy authors of the 20th century, and the first woman honoured as a Grand Master of the genre. Her adventurous, humane stories introduced countless young readers to science fiction and fantasy, and she influenced many later writers. Her impact on the field was enormous.
Are Norton's books hard to read?
Not at all — she wrote clear, fast-moving adventures aimed at a broad audience, including younger readers, so they're very accessible and enjoyable. A clear modern edition keeps the momentum and wonder of her stories.
Where can I read Andre Norton for free?
Norton's public-domain novels are freely available. Older editions keep the original text. Here you can read the openings free in clear modern English, and read or listen with a membership.
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