Thomas Olde Heuvelt

Thomas Olde Heuvelt, a talented Dutch author born on April 16, 1983, has made a significant impact in the literary world with his acclaimed novel HEX. This bestseller has been translated into multiple languages and sold in numerous countries, including the United States, Brazil, and China. Heuvelt's prowess as a writer extends beyond novels, with his short stories garnering recognition through nominations and wins for prestigious awards like the Paul Harland Prize and the Hugo Award for Best Novelette. His educational background includes studying American Literature and English Language at Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen and the University of Ottawa, where he spent time in Canada, shaping his diverse literary influences.

Renowned for his captivating storytelling, Thomas Olde Heuvelt has achieved international success with HEX, published in over twenty-five countries and currently in development for television adaptation. His literary achievements include being the first translated author to win a Hugo Award for his short story "The Day the World Turned Upside Down," showcasing his versatility and creativity in the realm of speculative fiction. With upcoming releases like ECHO and ORACLE set to captivate readers worldwide, Heuvelt continues to push boundaries and captivate audiences with his unique narrative style. Residing in The Netherlands and the south of France, he balances his writing career with a passion for mountaineering, embodying a multifaceted approach to life and art that resonates throughout his work.
Robert Grim Books
# Title Year
1 Hex 2013
2 Oracle 2021
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Hex 2013
2 Echo 2019
3 November 2022
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 The Boy Who Cast No Shadow 2011
2 The Ink Readers of Doi Saket 2013
3 The Day the World Turned Upside Down 2014
4 You Know How the Story Goes 2017
Best Horror of the Year Books
# Title Year
1 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One 2009
2 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Two 2010
3 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Three 2011
4 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Four 2012
5 The Best Horror of the Year Volume Five 2013
6 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Six 2014
7 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven 2015
8 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eight 2016
9 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Nine 2017
10 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Ten 2018
11 The Best of the Best Horror of the Year: 10 Years of Essential Short Horror Fiction 2018
12 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eleven 2019
13 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Twelve 2020
14 The Best Horror of the Year Volume Thirteen 2021
15 The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen 2022
16 The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fifteen 2024
17 The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Sixteen 2024
18 The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Seventeen 2025
Thomas Olde Heuvelt Anthologies
# Title Year
1 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One 2009
2 Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2013 2013
3 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Two 2010
4 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Three 2011
5 Unfit for Eden: A Postscripts Anthology 26/27 2011
6 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Four 2012
7 The Best Horror of the Year Volume Five 2013
8 Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2013 Edition 2013
9 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Six 2014
10 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven 2015
11 The Apex Book of World SF 4 2015
12 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eight 2016
13 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Nine 2017
14 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Ten 2018
15 The Best of the Best Horror of the Year: 10 Years of Essential Short Horror Fiction 2018
16 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eleven 2019
17 The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Twelve 2020
18 The Best Horror of the Year Volume Thirteen 2021
19 The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen 2022
20 The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fifteen 2024
21 The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Sixteen 2024
22 The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Seventeen 2025