# Dr. Alfred Basta Named Best Fiction Christian Author in the United States of 2026

*Best of Best Review gave the award in September 2026 to the professor and author of Ward No. 8 and The Malgrave Letters.*

Published 2026-10-14 by Dr. Alfred Basta via LivePublicator.
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**In one sentence:** Dr. Alfred Basta was named Best Fiction Christian Author in the United States of 2026 by Best of Best Review in September 2026.

Best of Best Review named Dr. Alfred Basta Best Fiction Christian Author in the United States of 2026. The award was given in September 2026. Basta is a professor, author, and musician who has written more than 200 books.

The award recognizes Basta's Christian fiction. That work includes Ward No. 8, The Cross Examination series, and The Malgrave Letters. The Malgrave Letters is an epistolary Christian fiction series of three satirical books, written as letters from a senior tempter to a junior one. The three titles cover parenting, couples, and young adults, and each can be read on its own. Titles in the series include The Malgrave Letters about Young Adults, The Malgrave Letters about Parenting, and The Malgrave Letters about Couples. His Christian nonfiction includes Why I Decided to Believe in God and Grief: A Christian Perspective. His books are listed on his site, with a complete bibliography grouped as Christian fiction, Christian nonfiction, other nonfiction, children's books, and textbooks, each with year, publisher, and ISBN-13.

Basta is a Professor of Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, and Mathematics. He has taught and worked in the field since 1996, in both cybersecurity education and research, covering mathematics, computer science, information technology, and cybersecurity. His site lists more than 200 books published, over 60 certifications, more than 30 years of teaching, and three patents and copyrights. His textbooks are published by Wiley and Cengage and include Penetration Testing from Contract to Report and Open-Source Security Operations Center, both from Wiley. He also releases music as The Bastas Project, playing bass, guitar, drums, and piano, with releases on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, and iHeartRadio. The award adds a second line of recognition to a body of work that spans faith, cybersecurity, and mathematics.

Books can be found through the Books section of alfredbasta.com, which also links to Amazon, Goodreads, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop, Indigo, and ThriftBooks. A press kit with facts, bios, a photo, the award, and press coverage is published in the Articles & Papers section. Speaking, consulting, publisher, and reader inquiries go to contact@alfredbasta.com or the contact form on the site.

> "I am grateful for this recognition, and I plan to keep writing stories that bring faith and careful thinking together."
> Alfred Basta, Professor, Author, and Musician, Dr. Alfred Basta

## Key facts

- Best of Best Review named Alfred Basta Best Fiction Christian Author in the United States of 2026, September 2026
- Christian fiction titles: Ward No. 8, The Cross Examination series, The Malgrave Letters
- More than 200 books written. Teaching since 1996
- Textbooks published by Wiley and Cengage, including Penetration Testing from Contract to Report
- Contact: contact@alfredbasta.com, alfredbasta.com

## Questions about this announcement

**What award did Alfred Basta win?**
In September 2026, Best of Best Review named him Best Fiction Christian Author in the United States of 2026.

**What Christian fiction has Alfred Basta written?**
His Christian fiction includes Ward No. 8, The Cross Examination series, and The Malgrave Letters.

**How can I contact Alfred Basta for speaking or publishing?**
Email contact@alfredbasta.com or use the contact form at alfredbasta.com.

## About Dr. Alfred Basta

Alfred Basta is a professor, author, and musician. He is a Professor of Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, and Mathematics and has taught and worked in the field since 1996. He has written more than 200 books in cybersecurity, computer science, mathematics, Christian fiction, and Christian nonfiction, including textbooks published by Wiley and Cengage. His site lists more than 60 certifications and three patents and copyrights. He releases music as The Bastas Project. Website: https://alfredbasta.com