Fan Fiction

A Mem-Noir: Inspired by True Events

By: Brent Spiner, Jeanne Darst

Narrated by: Barrie Kreinik, Brent Spiner, Gates McFadden, Genie Francis, Hallie Todd, Jeanne Darst, Jonathan Frakes, LeVar Burton, Marina Sirtis, Matie Argiropoulos, Matt Godfrey, Michael Dorn, Patrick Stewart, Saskia Maarleveld, Sean Patrick Hopkins

Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins

Publisher's summary

"A key to the audiobook’s success for fans is its all-star cast — a strong advantage here for audio over print. When a “Next Generation” cast member speaks in 'Fan Fiction,' from Patrick Stewart to Marina Sirtis, it’s that actor’s actual voice you’re hearing." - The Providence Journal

This program is read by the author with LeVar Burton, Michael Dorn, Jonathan Frakes, Genie Francis, Gates McFadden, Marina Sirtis, Patrick Stewart, and a full cast.

Brent Spiner’s explosive and hilarious novel is a personal look at the slightly askew relationship between a celebrity and his fans. If the Coen Brothers were to make a Star Trek movie, involving the complexity of fan obsession and sci-fi, this noir comedy might just be the one.

Set in 1991, just as Star Trek: The Next Generation has rocketed the cast to global fame, the young and impressionable actor Brent Spiner receives a mysterious package and a series of disturbing letters, that take him on a terrifying and bizarre journey that enlists Paramount Security, the LAPD, and even the FBI in putting a stop to the danger that has his life and career hanging in the balance.

Featuring a cast of characters from Patrick Stewart to LeVar Burton to Trek creator Gene Roddenberry, to some completely imagined, this is the fictional autobiography that takes listeners into the life of Brent Spiner, and tells an amazing tale about the trappings of celebrity and the fear he has carried with him his entire life.

Fan Fiction is a zany love letter to a world in which we all participate, the phenomenon of “Fandom.”

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Press

©2021 Brent Spiner (P)2021 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

"Incredible production values (one of the best soundscapes I’ve ever heard, honestly) and some interesting insights from Spiner..." —Locus

"[A] diverting memoir-mystery hybrid...Spiner’s debut is an homage to fans: where would celebrities be without them?" —Publishers Weekly

"Like the man himself, this book is funny, sharp, and brilliant. You’re going to love it, and Brent, even if you’ve never heard of “Star Trek”. It’s one of the most entertaining books ever written about entertainment." —Phil Rosenthal (creator, writer, producer), creator of Everybody Loves Raymond and star of Somebody Feed Phil

Crazy, weird, wild, strange... but above all, fun.

I received an advanced copy of the ebook version, and I enjoyed it enough to still want to buy an official copy. When I discovered the TNG cast would all be playing themselves, it became a must-buy. Brent does an excellent job as the main narrator, and the dialogue provided by his castmates is seamlessly threaded in. A fantastic read and a great listen.

A must for any Star Trek fan... loved it!

Totally recommend this audiobook! It was a real treat to hear so many Next Generation actors join in the fun as well! Well done all! Thank you so much Brent for making such an engaging work. 😁

enjoyable syory, great time killer.

good story. loved hearing familiar voices. enjoyed a few good laughs. im curious though, which parts a true and which are fiction?

Data daddy, don’t you love me? Your daughter Lal

The narration was entertaining by Brent and his ST family.
The story was a fun trip through Brent Spiner’s mind.

I don't know what I was expecting

I don't know what I was expecting, bit it wasn't this... I laughed, I cried then I cringed. i know this was fiction, but the episode "The Offspring" has been changed fore forever. 😂

delightful!

really fun story. was great to have cast members play themselves. a great listen for even a casual fan ❤️

I want more Brent Books!

Fan Fiction is so much fun. Great story with talented performers drawing me into the fantasy world of this book.
Utilizing the backdrop of the filming days of Star Trek TNG, the talented Brent Spiner (author) weaves a fantastic “whodunnit” tale of a twisted fan.
I really and truly crave for more audiobooks like this one. Fun fun fun!

Entertaining

Funny at times, touching at others. It will not be the best book you’ve ever read, but it’s entertaining to say the least. Brent Spiner’s performance is excellent, and I really enjoyed all the little cameos by other Star Trek actors.

witty, self-effacing, and fun!

great delivery and good humor mixed with genuine warmth and appreciation for his colleagues

Great voice, good story and I love his sense of humor!

I really enjoyed having his costars do their own voices in the story. Very entertaining!