Zombies—fictional undead creatures often depicted as reanimated corpses craving human flesh—have become iconic figures in horror literature and popular culture. Originating from Haitian folklore and evolving through countless novels, films, and video games, zombies represent themes of apocalypse, survival, and societal collapse.
Best Zombie Books
For readers fascinated by post-apocalyptic fiction, horror thrillers, or dystopian narratives, zombie novels offer intense, immersive experiences filled with suspense, moral dilemmas, and gripping action.
In this guide, we’ll explore the best zombie books—including classic horror titles, modern survival epics, and innovative takes on the zombie apocalypse—that every fan of the undead should read.
Beyond These Walls - Books 1 - 6 Boxset: A Post-Apocalyptic Survival Thriller (Beyond These Walls Boxset)
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Robertson, Michael (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 1496 Pages - 02/08/2020 (Publication Date)
Last Man Standing: The Complete Trilogy: A Zombie Apocalypse Thriller
- Taylor, Keith (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 702 Pages - 01/09/2019 (Publication Date) - Independently published (Publisher)
Surviving the Fall: Book 1 of The Fall Series - A Zombie Apocalypse Thriller
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Cross, Stephen (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 496 Pages - 08/12/2016 (Publication Date) - Stephen Cross (Publisher)
Chihuahuas of the Zombie Apocalypse
- Hawk, Steven L. (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 321 Pages - 11/03/2013 (Publication Date) - CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (Publisher)
Rust-Colored Rain: A Zombie Apocalypse Thriller (Wrack and Ruin Book 1)
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Schafer, Otto (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 238 Pages - 10/25/2023 (Publication Date) - Sound Eye Press (Publisher)
World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War
- Brooks, Max (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 342 Pages - 10/16/2007 (Publication Date) - Three Rivers Press (Publisher)
My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish Boxed Set: (My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish; The Seaquel; Fins of Fury)
- O'Hara, Mo (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 10/10/2017 (Publication Date) - Square Fish (Publisher)
Hatchet
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- Paulsen, Gary (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 192 Pages - 12/26/2006 (Publication Date) - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers (Publisher)
Zombies - Easy Piano Collection | Disney Movie Sheet Music and Songbook | 12 Songs from Zombies Trilogy | Piano Arrangements with Lyrics and Full-Color Scene Photos
- Pages: 72
- Instrumentation: Piano/Keyboard
- Zombies (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 64 Pages - 12/01/2022 (Publication Date) - Hal Leonard (Publisher)
End of Summer: Seasons of Man, Book 1
- Audible Audiobook
- S.M. Anderson (Author) - Jay Snyder (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- 06/16/2020 (Publication Date) - Podium Audio (Publisher)
Dead Meat: The Complete Zombie Apocalypse Series
- Audible Audiobook
- Nick Clausen (Author) - Matthew Crow (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- 01/27/2023 (Publication Date) - Audiobooks Unleashed (Publisher)
Day by Day Armageddon
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Bourne, J. L. (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 228 Pages - 09/23/2009 (Publication Date) - Pocket Books (Publisher)
The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade
- The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade
- Brallier, Max (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 304 Pages - 08/08/2019 (Publication Date) - Egmont (Publisher)
Can You Survive the Zombie Apocalypse?
- Brallier, Max (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 400 Pages - 02/08/2011 (Publication Date) - Gallery Books (Publisher)
This Is the Way the World Ends: An Oral History of the Zombie War
- Audible Audiobook
- Keith Taylor (Author) - Matthew Crow (Narrator)
- English (Publication Language)
- 08/31/2022 (Publication Date) - Keith Taylor (Publisher)
Zombie Halloween Horror Vintage Comic Book Retro Funny Scary T-Shirt
- Awesome Cartoon Graphic Design of Zombie with Cool Background Nice for Everybody who Loves this Magical Holiday
- Celebrate have Fun go Trick or Treat have a Nice Day with Family Friends Lets get Scary eat Candy watch Horror Movies and Party
- Lightweight, Classic fit, Double-needle sleeve and bottom hem
Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 1: A Scare of a Dare
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Zombie, Zack (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 61 Pages - 02/01/2015 (Publication Date) - Zack Zombie Publishing (Publisher)
Zombie colouring book for adults and teens: Awesome comic style detailed zombie designs zombie apocalypse enthusiasts. Adults, teens boys and girls. Practice for Stress Relief & Relaxation
- Mutch, James (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 132 Pages - 03/21/2023 (Publication Date) - Independently published (Publisher)
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies
- Jane Austen (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 320 Pages - 04/04/2009 (Publication Date) - Quirk Books (Publisher)
Zombies Piano Music: 12 Songs Arranged for Easy Piano with Lyrics, from All Three Zombie Movies
- Wolf, Brandon (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 67 Pages - 06/20/2023 (Publication Date) - Independently published (Publisher)
Whether you’re drawn to classic zombie apocalypse stories like World War Z by Max Brooks, gritty survival novels, or fresh reinterpretations blending science fiction and horror, the best zombie books offer more than just scares.
They delve into human resilience, ethics, and the breakdown of civilization under extreme pressure. These books not only entertain but also provoke thought about humanity’s response to crises.
If you’re ready to immerse yourself in tales of infection, survival strategies, and undead hordes, these top zombie novels will keep you on the edge of your seat—reminding us all why the zombie genre remains a powerful lens for exploring our deepest fears and hopes.
