An index English language science fiction anthologies and collections of stories by one author. This edition combines the information from two earlier books, Index to science fiction anthologies and collections and Index to science fiction anthologies and collections: 1977-1983, incorporating many enhancements, corrections and additions.

Features an index to 3,367 science fiction anthologies and single-author collections published before 1984, containing over 23,000 works by 3,849 authors. Books are searchable by author and title. Includes an index of mystery short fiction from 1990-1999 and links to related sites, compiled by William G. Contento.

This index is created from the monthly Books Received column in Locus Magazine, edited by Charles N. Brown. The contents of anthologies, single-author collections, and magazines are added by William G. Contento. Annual indexes for 1999- are also available separately. SF anthologies and single-author collections printed before 1984 can be found in Index to science fiction anthologies and collections.

Science/Fiction Collections offers different views and attitudes toward Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature and descriptions of a variety of collections. Written during a time when Science Fiction and Fantasy writings had just gained widespread popularity, it offers suggestions and considerations for approaching any special collection dealing with a relatively new field.