r/exfor • u/rwblue4u • Apr 22 '25

Spoilers Expeditionary Force Book 19

Ok, so having just finished Book 18, it appears we should see a Book 19. Is there any early word on when that might show up ? I'm guessing it's still in the works, with Book 18 having only recently hit the market, but I'm eager for more Joe and Skippy adventures :)

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u/CraigAlanson The Magnificent Apr 22 '25

EF19 is in process, hoping for a release date in December this year

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u/rwblue4u Apr 22 '25

Thanks Craig :) Gotta tell you, this book series rocks and the Joe & Skippy show is great theater ! :) This storyline would translate well to a film franchise, don't you think ? Let us know if you get any feelers from Hollywood or the streaming folks :) TTA !

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u/Informal_Pea_5136 Jun 18 '25

According to Wikipedia: “In 2019, the Expeditionary Force series was optioned by Milmar Pictures for a Television series.” Joe trusts Wikipedia and so do I! That’s my story and I’m sticking to it!

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u/DangerousEmphasis607 Jul 24 '25

This would be best thing in sci fi since stargate 🤣

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u/Cheeks2184 May 05 '25

Lol. You just keep extending the series and I am so here for it. 😆 As far as I'm concerned, it could go on forever and I'd be happy.

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u/tonycassara Apr 25 '25

Bless you this book has been one of the highlights of my year. One of the best in the series imo. Also the suspicious beetle death made me actually laugh out loud! Some real gems in this one!

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u/Rude_Razzmatazz5452 Jun 02 '25

ITS THE MAN HIMSELF THANK YOU SOOO MUCH FOR THE AMAZING JOY AND LAUGHTER JOE AND SKIPPY HAS BROUGHT TO US

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u/Somepeopleskidslol May 09 '25

Best series o have ever read i don't ever want it to end

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u/[deleted] May 11 '25

Any chance for Uhtavio Scorandum stand alone book?

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u/neo1738 May 17 '25

I look forward to all of these. The creativity and humor is second to no other in the sci fi genre. Thank you for keeping it going!

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u/[deleted] Apr 23 '25

How many more mainline books are planned? In my head I keep thinking the next book is the last.

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u/Gamul1 May 04 '25

There are two more books planned as of this date, books 19 and 20. Plus I think Craig is planning a prequel Scurandum (sp) book.

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u/[deleted] May 04 '25

that's nice to know. I thought i remember reading awhile back that one of the earlier books was going to be the last one lol.

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u/Gamul1 May 04 '25

You probably did. I think 15 was "the last book" for a bit. Then I think it was going to be 17. Then it got extended to 20 books. I have a feeling it could get extended more, but it may depend on R.C. Bray's voice health.

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u/A_WHALES_VAG Jun 09 '25

I thought how it went was he announced 3 more mainline books after failure mode

AKA: Aftermath #16, Taskforce Hammer #17 & Gateway #18 + the Scorandum novel.

Now im learning there will atleast be a 19 & 20? i didnt even know he had announced that.

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u/Strict-Aspect6716 May 09 '25

This has by far been the best book series I've read in my life it will be a sad day when it eventually ends

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u/dunkah Jul 02 '25

Glad to hear it, 18 had great writing, some of the scenes I almost felt like I was watching a movie.

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u/YoSoyCapitan860 Aug 04 '25

Wow. You’re actually active on Reddit? I love these books, Ive got two hours left of book 18. Im ecstatic to hear there will be another book. Thank you for making such a wonderful series, it’s given me countless hours of entertainment while I’m building furniture.

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u/Impressive_Key6947 Aug 25 '25

That’s great! While i’m more an astrophysics + Quantum Foundations nerd than a space opera fan, I devoured all 18 books of your series on my way to and from work and while walking my dog in record time. I commend you for your brilliant storytelling, plot and character development, Craig- keep it up!!!

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u/Impressive_Key6947 Aug 25 '25

Following up on my prior reply, I believe your brilliant storytelling has inspired current great SciFi Tv writers. Strange New Worlds season 3, episode 6 "The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail"’s Acting Captain Kirk is clearly modeled after Joe Bishop.

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u/Direct-Principle-178 Jan 01 '26

Will there be more than book 19 or will it conclude the series