Jonathan Maberry Reading Order
42 series · 472 books
Jonathan Maberry is an American author who writes across horror, science fiction, thriller, and action genres, bringing cinematic intensity to tales of survival and suspense. Best known for his Benny Imura series and work with major franchises including Alien and Alien vs. Predator, he has built an expansive body of work spanning over 350 books across multiple series since 1979. Beyond his fiction, Maberry is also an accomplished comic book writer, anthology editor, and writing instructor whose influence extends throughout speculative fiction and horror communities.
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Alien Series
Ongoing20 books (1979–2025)
The Alien series is an expansive collection of 20 science fiction and horror works spanning from 1979 to 2025, featuring contributions from multiple authors including Jonathan Maberry, Alex White, Mira Grant, and others. This ongoing series should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected narratives within the Alien universe. The collection includes novelizations, technical manuals, photography books, and original fiction that expand the mythology of the franchise across various time periods and perspectives. Beginning with the original Alien story and progressing through works like Echo, Infiltrator, and Into Charybdis, the series offers both canonical expansions and standalone adventures set within this science fiction horror world.
Start with Alien(By: Archie Goodwin), the first of 20 books in the Alien series.
Start this series with Alien(By: Archie Goodwin)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Alien(By: Archie Goodwin) |
| 2 | Aliens: Colonial Marines Technical Manual(By: Lee Brimmicombe-Wood) |
| 3 | Aliens: The Set Photography(By: Simon Ward) |
| 4 | Alien: Covenant Origins - The Official Prequel to the Blockbuster Film(By: Titan Books) |
| 5 | Alien: Covenant(By: Alan Dean Foster) |
| 6 | Aliens: Bug Hunt(With: Heather Graham,Yvonne Navarro) |
| 7 | The Cold Forge(By: Alex White) |
| 8 | Echo(By: Mira Grant) |
| 9 | Isolation(By: Keith R.A. DeCandido) |
| 10 | Prototype(By: Tim Waggoner) |
| 11 | The Making of Alien(By: J.W. Rinzler) |
| 12 | Phalanx(By: Scott Sigler) |
| 13 | Infiltrator(By: Weston Ochse) |
| 14 | Into Charybdis(By: Alex White) |
| 15 | Alien - Inferno's Fall(By: Philippa Ballantine,Clara Carija) |
| 16 | Alien: Colony War(By: David M. Barnett) |
| 17 | Vasquez(By: V. Castro) |
| 18 | Alien: Enemy of My Enemy(By: Mary SanGiovanni) |
| 19 | Aliens: Bishop(By: T.R. Napper) |
| 20 | Alien: Seventh Circle(By: Philippa Ballantine,Clara Carija) |
Alien vs. Predators Series
Likely Complete2 books (2021–2022)
The Alien vs. Predators series by Jonathan Maberry consists of two science fiction action novels published between 2021 and 2022. The first book, Ultimate Prey, is a collaborative work featuring multiple authors including Maurice Broaddus, Scott Sigler, Chris Ryall, and Louis Ozawa Changchien, while the second installment, Rift War, is written by Yvonne Navarro and Weston Ochse. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, starting with Ultimate Prey.
Start with Aliens vs. Predators - AVP: Ultimate Prey(With: Maurice Broaddus,Scott Sigler,Chris Ryall,Louis Ozawa Changchien) and read in order.
Start this series with Aliens vs. Predators - AVP: Ultimate Prey(With: Maurice Broaddus,Scott Sigler,Chris Ryall,Louis Ozawa Changchien)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aliens vs. Predators - AVP: Ultimate Prey(With: Maurice Broaddus,Scott Sigler,Chris Ryall,Louis Ozawa Changchien) |
| 2 | Aliens vs. Predators: Rift War(By: Yvonne Navarro,Weston Ochse) |
Anthologies Series
Ongoing138 books (2007–2026)
Jonathan Maberry's Anthologies series comprises 94 books of collected stories published from 2007 to 2026, with the series still ongoing. The collection spans multiple genres including science fiction, mystery, thriller, horror, and action-adventure, drawing from various contributors and themes. These anthologies should be read in publication order, beginning with History is Dead and continuing through titles like Killers, Legends of the Mountain State 2, and Z: Zombie Stories. This extensive series offers readers a diverse range of short fiction experiences across interconnected and standalone themed collections.
Start with History is Dead, the first of 94 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with History is Dead
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | History is Dead |
| 2 | Killers |
| 3 | Legends of the Mountain State 2 |
| 4 | So It Begins: Reissued |
| 5 | Grave Conditions |
| 6 | Murdermouth: Zombie Bits |
| 7 | The Stories in Between |
| 8 | Halloween: Magic, Mystery, and the Macabre |
| 9 | Liar Liar |
| 10 | Possessed: Spine Tingling Tales from Ten Masters of Horror |
| 11 | Rage Against the Night |
| 12 | The Monster's Corner |
| 13 | Z: Zombie Stories |
| 14 | 21st Century Dead |
| 15 | Appalachian Undead |
| 16 | Before Plan 9: Plans 1-8 From Outer Space |
| 17 | Best New Werewolf Tales |
| 18 | Beyond Rue Morgue Anthology: Further Tales of Edgar Allan Poe's 1st Detective |
| 19 | Dark Discoveries - Issue #24 |
| 20 | Dark Visions of Modern Horror; Volume One |
| 21 | Four Summoner's Tales |
| 22 | High Stakes: A Vampire Anthology |
| 23 | Limbus, Inc. |
| 24 | Midnight Echo Issue 9 |
| 25 | Mister October, Volume I: An Anthology in Memory of Rick Hautala |
| 26 | Nightmare Magazine, January 2014 |
| 27 | Oz Reimagined |
| 28 | Zombies |
| 29 | A Fantastic Holiday Season: The Gift of Stories |
| 30 | Dark Discoveries - Issue #26 |
| 31 | Dark Discoveries - Issue #28 |
| 32 | Dark Duets |
| 33 | Dead But Not Forgotten |
| 34 | Dead Man's Hand |
| 35 | Limbus, Inc. - Book II |
| 36 | Out of Tune |
| 37 | Piercing the Darkness |
| 38 | SNAFU |
| 39 | SNAFU |
| 40 | The End is Nigh |
| 41 | The End is Now |
| 42 | V-Wars: A Chronicle of the Vampire Wars |
| 43 | Zombies: More Recent Dead |
| 44 | Enter at Your Own Risk: Dreamscapes into Darkness |
| 45 | Horror 201: The Silver Scream Vol. 1 |
| 46 | Horror Anthology 2015 |
| 47 | Operation Arcana |
| 48 | Slasher Girls & Monster Boys |
| 49 | The End Has Come |
| 50 | The Gods of HP Lovecraft |
| 51 | The Madness of Cthulhu: Volume Two |
| 52 | The Weird Wild West |
| 53 | Trust No One |
| 54 | V-Wars: Night Terrors |
| 55 | Dark of Night - Flesh and Fire |
| 56 | Dread: A Head Full of Bad Dreams |
| 57 | Horror Anthology 2016 |
| 58 | Limbus, Inc. - Book III |
| 59 | New Blood |
| 60 | Out of Tune Book 2 |
| 61 | Scary Out There |
| 62 | Secret Agendas |
| 63 | The Truth Is Out There |
| 64 | Urban Allies |
| 65 | Behind the Song |
| 66 | California Screamin' |
| 67 | Dark Cities |
| 68 | Hardboiled Horror |
| 69 | Indigo |
| 70 | Joe Ledger: The Official Companion |
| 71 | Joe Ledger: Unstoppable |
| 72 | My Favorite Story Podcast Author Anthology |
| 73 | Nights of the Living Dead Anthology |
| 74 | Supernatural Psychology |
| 75 | The Baker Street Irregulars |
| 76 | The Demons of King Solomon |
| 77 | Urban Enemies |
| 78 | 32 White Horses on a Vermillion Hill: Volume Two |
| 79 | C.H.U.D. Lives! |
| 80 | Clickers Forever |
| 81 | Fantastic Tales of Terror |
| 82 | Hellhole: An Anthology of Subterranean Terror |
| 83 | Robots vs. Fairies |
| 84 | Splintered Dreams: A Guide to the Apocalypse |
| 85 | Life Is Short and Then You Die |
| 86 | Weird Tales #363: The Return of The Magazine That Never Dies |
| 87 | Don’t Turn Out the Lights |
| 88 | Fantastic Hope |
| 89 | Monsters, Movies & Mayhem |
| 90 | The Dystopian States of AMERICA |
| 91 | Weird Tales, Issue 364 |
| 92 | Aliens vs. Predators - AVP: Ultimate Prey |
| 93 | Secret Missions Volume One and Two |
| 94 | Thrilling Adventure Yarns 2021 |
| 95 | Turning the Tied |
| 96 | Were Tales: A Shapeshifter Anthology |
| 97 | Gilded Glass: Twisted Myths and Shattered Fairy Tales |
| 98 | It Came From the Trailer Park: Volume 2 |
| 99 | Kolchak: The Night Stalker 50th Anniversary |
| 100 | Running Wild Anthology of Stories: Volume 6 |
| 101 | Three Time Travelers Walk Into... |
| 102 | Weird Tales: Best of the Early Years 1923-25 |
| 103 | Joe Ledger: Unbreakable |
| 104 | Novus Monstrum |
| 105 | Shakespeare Unleashed |
| 106 | The Four ???? of the Apocalypse |
| 107 | The Good, The Bad, & The Uncanny |
| 108 | The Hitherto Secret Experiments of Marie Curie |
| 109 | Weird Tales Magazine No. 367 |
| 110 | Weird Tales: 100 Years of Weird |
| 111 | 99 Fleeting Fantasies |
| 112 | Blood Games: A Vampire Anthology |
| 113 | It Came From the Trailer Park: Volume 4 |
| 114 | Shadows in the Stacks |
| 115 | The Blood Runs Deep |
| 116 | Weird Tales Magazine No. 368: Occult Detective Issue |
| 117 | Weird Tales Magazine No. 369: The Bram Stoker Awards Issue |
| 118 | Weird Tales Magazine No. 370: Monster Issue |
| 119 | Wink: Young Adult Tales that Wink at Classic Children's Books |
| 120 | World of Warcraft: The Voices Within |
| 121 | Appalachian Strong: A Charity Anthology Benefiting the Survivors of Hurricane Helene |
| 122 | Contact 3: War is Hell |
| 123 | The Other Side of the Mountain: Tales from the Pikes Peak Writers |
| 124 | This Way Lies Madness |
| 125 | Weird Tales Magazine No. 371: The Undead Issue |
| 126 | What If… Walls Could Talk |
| 127 | Aberrations 2 |
| 128 | Creepshow: 13 Tales of Terror |
| 129 | Dracula Beyond Stoker Issue 8: Van Helsing |
| 130 | Into the Deep, Dark Woods |
| 131 | Land of Oz |
| 132 | Requiem: Tales of the Undead |
| 133 | Shakespeare Unleashed: |
| 134 | Tales of Steel and Sorcery |
| 135 | The Big Bad Book of Kaiju |
| 136 | Unearthed |
| 137 | Waterborne |
| 138 | Weird Tales Magazine No. 372: Cryptids & Urban Legends |
Benny Imura Series
Complete7 books (2010–2015)
The Benny Imura series comprises seven complete books published between 2010 and 2015, blending science fiction, horror, and action-adventure elements. Jonathan Maberry's series should be read in publication order, beginning with Rot & Ruin and concluding with Bits & Pieces. This seven-book sequence follows a continuous narrative arc that unfolds across the full span of releases.
Start with Rot & Ruin, the first of 7 books in the Benny Imura series.
Start this series with Rot & Ruin
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Rot & Ruin |
| 2 | Dust & Decay |
| 3 | In The Land Of The Dead |
| 4 | First Night Memories |
| 5 | Flesh & Bone |
| 6 | Fire & Ash |
| 7 | Bits & Pieces |
Benny Imura Collections Series
Complete1 book (2012–2012)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tales of the Rot & Ruin |
Benny Imura Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2012–2013)
Jonathan Maberry's Benny Imura short stories collection comprises two novellas published between 2012 and 2013. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Dead & Gone followed by Tooth & Nail. These works blend elements of science fiction, horror, mystery, and action within Maberry's established storytelling style.
Start with Dead & Gone and read in order.
Start this series with Dead & Gone
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dead & Gone |
| 2 | Tooth & Nail |
Bewilderness Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020–2021)
The Bewilderness series by Jonathan Maberry consists of three science fiction thrillers published between 2020 and 2021. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Threshold, followed by Destroyer of Worlds, and concluding with What Rough Beast. The series appears to be complete, offering a full narrative arc across its three installments.
Start with Threshold and read in order.
Start this series with Threshold
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Threshold |
| 2 | Destroyer of Worlds |
| 3 | What Rough Beast |
Broken Lands Series
Complete2 books (2018–2020)
Jonathan Maberry's Broken Lands series comprises two complete novels published between 2018 and 2020, blending science fiction, horror, and thriller elements. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Broken Lands followed by Lost Roads, to experience the story as intended.
Start with Broken Lands and read in order.
Start this series with Broken Lands
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|---|---|
| 1 | Broken Lands |
| 2 | Lost Roads |
Dead of Night Series
Complete3 books (2011–2018)
Jonathan Maberry's Dead of Night trilogy spans from 2011 to 2018 and follows a complete arc best experienced in publication order. This three-book series combines science fiction, horror, mystery, and action elements to create a cohesive narrative that unfolds across Dead of Night, Fall of Night, and Still of Night. Readers should begin with the first installment and progress sequentially to fully appreciate the story's development and interconnected plot threads.
Start with Dead of Night and read in order.
Start this series with Dead of Night
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Dead of Night |
| 2 | Fall of Night |
| 3 | Still of Night |
Deadlands Series
Complete3 books (2015–2017)
The Deadlands series is a complete three-book collection published between 2015 and 2017, combining science fiction, horror, and thriller elements. Written by Jonathan Maberry with additional installments by Jeffrey Mariotte and Seanan McGuire, the books should be read in publication order beginning with Ghostwalkers, followed by Thunder Moon Rising and Boneyard. This action-packed series blends multiple genres to create a cohesive narrative experience across its interconnected volumes.
Start with Ghostwalkers and read in order.
Start this series with Ghostwalkers
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ghostwalkers |
| 2 | Thunder Moon Rising(By: Jeffrey Mariotte) |
| 3 | Boneyard(By: Seanan McGuire) |
Deadpool Series
Ongoing27 books (2008–2025)
The Deadpool series spans 27 books published from 2008 to 2025 and remains ongoing. This comic book collection should be read in publication order, beginning with Deadpool Classic Vol. 1 and continuing through the various storylines and spin-offs that comprise the full series. The collection includes the classic volumes, team-up stories, and companion materials featuring Marvel's mercenary antihero across multiple narrative arcs and creative collaborations.
Start with Deadpool Classic, Vol. 1(By: Mark Waid,Jeph Loeb,Joe Kelly,Rob Liefeld), the first of 27 books in the Deadpool series.
Start this series with Deadpool Classic, Vol. 1(By: Mark Waid,Jeph Loeb,Joe Kelly,Rob Liefeld)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Deadpool Classic, Vol. 1(By: Mark Waid,Jeph Loeb,Joe Kelly,Rob Liefeld) |
| 2 | Deadpool Classic, Vol. 2(By: Joe Kelly) |
| 3 | Deadpool Classic, Vol. 3(By: Joe Kelly) |
| 4 | Deadpool Classic Vol. 4(By: Joe Kelly) |
| 5 | Deadpool Classic Vol. 5(By: Mark Powers) |
| 6 | Deadpool Classic Vol. 6(By: ) |
| 7 | Deadpool Classic Vol. 7(By: Jimmy Palmiotti) |
| 8 | Deadpool Classic, Vol. 8(By: Frank Tieri) |
| 9 | Deadpool Classic, Vol. 9(By: Gail Simone) |
| 10 | Deadpool Classic, Vol. 10(By: Gail Simone) |
| 11 | Deadpool Classic Companion(By: Christopher Golden,Larry Hama,Gail Simone,Marc Andreyko,Jeph Loeb,Fabian Nicieza,Rob Liefeld,Eric Stephenson,Gregory Wright,Tom Brevoort,John Ostrander,Glenn Herdling,Mike Kanterovich) |
| 12 | Deadpool Corps(By: Victor Gischler) |
| 13 | Deadpool Team-Up(By: Rob Williams,James Felder) |
| 14 | Merc With a Mouth(By: Victor Gischler,Mary H.K. Choi) |
| 15 | Suicide Kings(By: Charlie Huston,Jason Aaron,Joe Kelly,Mike Benson,Adam Glass) |
| 16 | All The Rest(By: Duane Swierczynski,John Layman,Stuart Moore,Christopher Hastings) |
| 17 | Killogy(By: Cullen Bunn,Salvador Espin,Matteo Lolli,Dalibor Talajić,Mike Del Mundo) |
| 18 | Bad Blood(By: Rob Liefeld) |
| 19 | Deadpool Vs. Marvel(By: Duane Swierczynski,Ben Acker,Ben Blacker) |
| 20 | Headcanon(By: Duane Swierczynski,Mike Benson,Adam Glass) |
| 21 | Make War, Not Love(By: Paul Scheer) |
| 22 | Ultimate Deadpool(By: Tony Bedard) |
| 23 | DVX(By: Joshua Corin) |
| 24 | Deadpool Classic Companion Vol. 2 |
| 25 | Murder Most Fowl(By: Fred Van Lente,Cullen Bunn,Stuart Moore) |
| 26 | Merc$ For Money(By: Cullen Bunn,Iban Coello,Brian Level,Salvador Espin) |
| 27 | Blood of the Dragon(By: Rob Liefeld) |
Diablo Series
Ongoing8 books (2001–2025)
The Diablo series is an eight-book collection that spans from 2001 to 2025, featuring contributions from multiple authors including Jonathan Maberry, Richard A. Knaak, Mel Odom, and Blizzard Entertainment. The series is ongoing and should be read in publication order, beginning with Legacy of Blood. These novels expand the dark fantasy universe of the Diablo franchise with interconnected stories and lore.
Start with Legacy of Blood(By: Richard A. Knaak), the first of 8 books in the Diablo series.
Start this series with Legacy of Blood(By: Richard A. Knaak)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Legacy of Blood(By: Richard A. Knaak) |
| 2 | The Black Road(By: Mel Odom) |
| 3 | The Kingdom of Shadow(By: Richard A. Knaak) |
| 4 | Moon of the Spider(By: Richard A. Knaak) |
| 5 | Diablo Archive(By: Richard A. Knaak) |
| 6 | Book of Cain(By: Blizzard Entertainment) |
| 7 | Book of Tyrael(By: Blizzard Entertainment) |
| 8 | Shadows of Sanctuary |
Graphic Novels Series
Complete8 books (2010–2020)
Jonathan Maberry's Graphic Novels series consists of eight complete books published between 2010 and 2020, spanning science fiction, horror, thriller, and action genres. The collection includes works featuring Marvel characters like Black Panther and Captain America alongside original stories such as Bad Blood and Road of the Dead. Each book should be read in publication order, beginning with Black Panther: Power and concluding with Pandemica: Jonathan Maberry.
Start with Black Panther: Power, the first of 8 books in the Graphic Novels series.
Start this series with Black Panther: Power
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Black Panther: Power |
| 2 | DoomWar |
| 3 | Marvel Zombies Return |
| 4 | Captain America: Hail Hydra |
| 5 | Bad Blood |
| 6 | Klaws of the Panther |
| 7 | Road of the Dead |
| 8 | Pandemica: Jonathan Maberry |
Heroic Legends / Savage Tales Short Fiction Series
Ongoing7 books (2023–2024)
The Heroic Legends / Savage Tales Short Fiction series is an ongoing collection of standalone short fiction stories featuring classic sword-and-sorcery characters, published between 2023 and 2024. The seven books in the series should be read in publication order, beginning with Conan: Black Starlight by John C. Hocking and continuing through works by Stephen Graham Jones, Brian D. Anderson, and other contributing authors. Each entry explores different legendary characters including Conan, Solomon Kane, Bran Mak Morn, and BĂŞlit across action-packed fantasy narratives.
Start with Conan: Black Starlight(By: John C. Hocking), the first of 7 books in the Heroic Legends / Savage Tales Short Fiction series.
Start this series with Conan: Black Starlight(By: John C. Hocking)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Conan: Black Starlight(By: John C. Hocking) |
| 2 | Conan: Lord of the Mount(By: Stephen Graham Jones) |
| 3 | Conan: The Child(By: Brian D. Anderson) |
| 4 | Solomon Kane: The Hound of God |
| 5 | Bran Mak Morn(By: Steven L. Shrewsbury) |
| 6 | BĂŞlit: Shipwrecked(By: V. Castro) |
| 7 | Conan: The Shadow of Vengeance(By: Scott Oden) |
Joe Ledger Series
Complete12 books (2009–2018)
The Joe Ledger series spans twelve novels published between 2009 and 2018, following a complete story arc that should be read in publication order. Jonathan Maberry's action-packed thriller sequence combines science fiction, horror, and mystery elements across tales of espionage and danger. The series concludes with Deep Silence, offering a definitive endpoint to the protagonist's journey.
Start with Patient Zero, the first of 12 books in the Joe Ledger series.
Start this series with Patient Zero
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Patient Zero |
| 2 | The Dragon Factory |
| 3 | The King of Plagues |
| 4 | The Missing Files |
| 5 | Zero Tolerance |
| 6 | Assassin's Code |
| 7 | Extinction Machine |
| 8 | Code Zero |
| 9 | Predator One |
| 10 | Kill Switch |
| 11 | Dogs of War |
| 12 | Deep Silence |
Joe Ledger Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete6 books (2011–2014)
Jonathan Maberry's Joe Ledger Short Stories/Novellas series comprises five complete books published between 2011 and 2014, best read in publication order beginning with Countdown. The collection blends science fiction, thriller, horror, and action elements across its interconnected stories. Each entry can function as a standalone tale while contributing to the larger narrative arc of the series.
Start with Countdown, the first of 5 books in the Joe Ledger Short Stories/Novellas series.
Start this series with Countdown
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Countdown |
| 2 | Deep, Dark |
| 3 | Dog Days |
| 4 | Material Witness |
| 5 | Borrowed Power |
| 6 | Special Ops |
Kagen The Damned Series
Ongoing4 books (2022–2024)
Jonathan Maberry's Kagen the Damned series comprises four books published between 2022 and 2024, with the saga still ongoing. Read the books in publication order, beginning with I Say Your Name in the Dark Nights, followed by Kagen the Damned, Son of the Poison Rose, and The Dragon in Winter. The series blends science fiction, horror, mystery, and action elements into a dark adventure across its expanding narrative.
Start with I Say Your Name in the Dark Nights, the first of 4 books in the Kagen The Damned series.
Start this series with I Say Your Name in the Dark Nights
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | I Say Your Name in the Dark Nights |
| 2 | Kagen the Damned |
| 3 | Son of the Poison Rose |
| 4 | The Dragon in Winter |
Marvel Universe Vs. Series
Complete3 books (2010–2012)
The Marvel Universe Vs. series comprises three complete novels published between 2010 and 2012 by Jonathan Maberry, blending action, science fiction, and thriller elements. Each book features a different iconic Marvel character or team matched against threats within the universe. Read the books in publication order, beginning with Marvel Universe vs. the Punisher, followed by Marvel Universe vs. Wolverine, and concluding with Marvel Universe vs. the Avengers.
Start with Marvel Universe vs. the Punisher and read in order.
Start this series with Marvel Universe vs. the Punisher
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|---|---|
| 1 | Marvel Universe vs. the Punisher |
| 2 | Marvel Universe vs. Wolverine |
| 3 | Marvel Universe vs. the Avengers |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete5 books (2006–2010)
Jonathan Maberry's exploration of cryptids and paranormal phenomena spans five non-fiction books published between 2006 and 2010, now complete. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Vampire Universe and progressing through The Cryptopedia (co-written with David F. Kramer), Zombie CSU, THEY BITE!, and concluding with Wanted Undead or Alive (co-written with Janice Gable Bashman). These works blend the author's expertise across science fiction, thriller, and horror genres to examine real-world folklore and cryptozoological accounts.
Start with Vampire Universe, the first of 5 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Vampire Universe
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Vampire Universe |
| 2 | The Cryptopedia(With: David F. Kramer) |
| 3 | Zombie CSU |
| 4 | THEY BITE! |
| 5 | Wanted Undead or Alive(With: Janice Gable Bashman) |
Oz Reimagined Series
Complete15 books (2013–2013)
Oz Reimagined is a complete collection of 15 interconnected stories reimagining L. Frank Baum's classic world, published in 2013 and featuring contributions from acclaimed authors including Orson Scott Card, Seanan McGuire, and Ken Liu. The stories should be read in publication order, beginning with A Meeting in Oz by Jeffrey Ford and concluding with The Veiled Shanghai by Ken Liu. This anthology series blends science fiction, mystery, horror, and adventure elements to offer fresh perspectives on the beloved Land of Oz.
Start with A Meeting in Oz(By: Jeffrey Ford), the first of 15 books in the Oz Reimagined series.
Start this series with A Meeting in Oz(By: Jeffrey Ford)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Meeting in Oz(By: Jeffrey Ford) |
| 2 | A Tornado of Dorothys(By: Kat Howard) |
| 3 | Beyond the Naked Eye(By: Rachel Swirsky) |
| 4 | Blown Away(By: Jane Yolen) |
| 5 | City So Bright(By: Dale Bailey) |
| 6 | Dead Blue(By: David Farland) |
| 7 | Dorothy Dreams(By: Simon R. Green) |
| 8 | Emeralds to Emeralds, Dust to Dust(By: Seanan McGuire) |
| 9 | Lost Girls of Oz(By: Theodora Goss) |
| 10 | Off to See the Emperor(By: Orson Scott Card) |
| 11 | One Flew Over the Rainbow(By: Robin Wasserman) |
| 12 | The Boy Detective of Oz(By: Tad Williams) |
| 13 | The Cobbler of Oz |
| 14 | The Great Zeppelin Heist of Oz(By: C.C. Finlay,Rae Carson) |
| 15 | The Veiled Shanghai(By: Ken Liu) |
Pine Deep Series
Complete4 books (2006–2012)
The Pine Deep trilogy by Jonathan Maberry comprises three books published between 2006 and 2008, with the series complete as of its final installment. Readers should follow publication order beginning with Ghost Road Blues, continuing through Dead Man's Song, and concluding with Bad Moon Rising. This horror series blends mystery and suspense as it unfolds across its full narrative arc.
Start with Ghost Road Blues and read in order.
Start this series with Ghost Road Blues
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|---|---|
| 1 | Ghost Road Blues |
| 2 | Dead Man's Song |
| 3 | Bad Moon Rising |
| 4 | Property Condemned |
Pine Deep Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete5 books (2015–2016)
Jonathan Maberry's Pine Deep Short Stories and Novellas series consists of five standalone tales published between 2015 and 2016. These darker short works should be read in publication order, beginning with Darkness on the Edge of Town and concluding with Whistlin' Past the Graveyard. The complete series spans horror, mystery, and thriller elements that showcase Maberry's versatility across multiple narrative lengths.
Start with Darkness on the Edge of Town, the first of 5 books in the Pine Deep Short Stories/Novellas series.
Start this series with Darkness on the Edge of Town
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Darkness on the Edge of Town |
| 2 | Long Way Home |
| 3 | Mister Pockets |
| 4 | The Trouble |
| 5 | Whistlin' Past the Graveyard |
Popular Culture Psychology Series
Ongoing16 books (2012–2024)
The Popular Culture Psychology series consists of 16 books examining the psychological aspects of beloved films, television shows, and comic book characters. Published from 2012 to 2024 and still ongoing, the series features entries on properties ranging from Batman and Star Wars to Stranger Things and Doctor Who, each written by psychology experts and pop culture scholars. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Batman and Psychology. Each entry stands alone as an independent exploration of its subject, making the series accessible to fans of any featured property.
Start with Batman and Psychology(By: Travis Langley), the first of 16 books in the Popular Culture Psychology series.
Start this series with Batman and Psychology(By: Travis Langley)
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| 1 | Batman and Psychology(By: Travis Langley) |
| 2 | Star Wars Psychology(By: Travis Langley,Carrie Goldman) |
| 3 | The Walking Dead Psychology(By: Travis Langley) |
| 4 | Captain America vs. Iron Man(By: Travis Langley) |
| 5 | Game of Thrones Psychology(By: Wind Goodfriend,Mark Caldwell Jones) |
| 6 | Star Trek Psychology(By: Wind Goodfriend,Travis Langley) |
| 7 | Supernatural Psychology |
| 8 | Daredevil Psychology(By: Travis Langley) |
| 9 | Westworld Psychology(By: Tim Cain,Wind Goodfriend,Travis Langley) |
| 10 | Wonder Woman Psychology: Lassoing the Truth(By: William Moulton Marston,Wind Goodfriend,Travis Langley,Jenna Busch,Alan Kistler,Janina Scarlet,Erin Currie,Lara Taylor Kester,Laura Vecchiolla,Mike Madrid,Mara Wood,E. Paul Zehr,Chris Yogerst,Elizabeth Holloway Marston,Caitlin Yogerst,Rebecca M. Langley,Annamaria Formichella-Elsden,Nina Taylor Kester,Jeff Pisciotta,Eric D. Wesselman,Emilio J.C. Lobato) |
| 11 | Black Panther Psychology(By: Don McGregor,Alex Simmons,Travis Langley) |
| 12 | The Joker Psychology(By: Travis Langley,Michael Uslan) |
| 13 | Doctor Who Psychology(By: Travis Langley) |
| 14 | Spider-Man Psychology(By: Alex Langley,Travis Langley) |
| 15 | Stranger Things Psychology(By: Wind Goodfriend,Travis Langley) |
| 16 | The Handmaid's Tale Psychology(By: Wind Goodfriend,Travis Langley) |
Predator Series
Complete14 books (1987–2020)
The Predator series is a collection of 13 science fiction and action-adventure novels set in the universe of the Predator franchise, written by various authors including Jonathan Maberry, Paul Monette, Simon Hawke, James A. Moore, and others. Published between 1987 and 2020, these books should be read in publication order to follow the series' chronological development. The series is now complete and encompasses standalone stories, anthology collections, and movie tie-ins that expand the Predator universe beyond the films.
Start with Predator(By: Paul Monette), the first of 13 books in the Predator series.
Start this series with Predator(By: Paul Monette)
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| 1 | Predator(By: Paul Monette) |
| 2 | Predator 2(By: Simon Hawke) |
| 3 | Concrete Jungle(By: James A. Moore,Nathan Archer) |
| 4 | Concrete Jungle(By: Nathan Archer) |
| 5 | Cold War(By: Nathan Archer) |
| 6 | Big Game(By: Sandy Schofield) |
| 7 | Forever Midnight(By: John Shirley) |
| 8 | Flesh and Blood(By: Robert Greenberger,Michael Jan Friedman) |
| 9 | South China Sea(By: Jeff VanderMeer) |
| 10 | Turnabout(By: Steve Perry) |
| 11 | Incursion(By: Tim Lebbon) |
| 12 | If It Bleeds(With: Jeremy Robinson,Kevin J. Anderson,Bryan Thomas Schmidt,Tim Lebbon,Andrew Mayne,Steve Perry,Mira Grant,Larry Correia,Dayton Ward) |
| 13 | Hunters and Hunted Official Movie Prequel(By: James A. Moore) |
| 14 | Stalking Shadows(By: James A. Moore,Mark Morris) |
Rogue Team International Series
Ongoing6 books (2019–2027)
Jonathan Maberry's Rogue Team International series comprises five books published between 2019 and 2026, with the sequence still ongoing. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with Rage and continuing through Relentless, Cave 13, Burn to Shine, and Red Empire. The series blends science fiction, thriller, and action elements across its installments.
Start with Rage, the first of 5 books in the Rogue Team International series.
Start this series with Rage
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| 1 | Rage |
| 2 | Relentless |
| 3 | Cave 13 |
| 4 | Burn to Shine |
| 5 | Red Empire |
| 6 | Avalon Station |
Rot & Ruin Graphic Novels Series
Complete5 books (2014–2015)
The Rot & Ruin Graphic Novels series comprises five complete books published between 2014 and 2015 by Jonathan Maberry, blending horror, action, and thriller elements into an illustrated narrative. Reading in publication order from Rot & Ruin #1 through Rot & Ruin Warrior Smart will provide the intended experience of this horror-adventure series. The collection concludes with Warrior Smart, making this a finished series for readers seeking a complete story arc.
Start with Rot & Ruin #1, the first of 5 books in the Rot & Ruin Graphic Novels series.
Start this series with Rot & Ruin #1
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| 1 | Rot & Ruin #1 |
| 2 | Rot & Ruin #2 |
| 3 | Rot & Ruin #3 |
| 4 | Rot & Ruin #4 |
| 5 | Rot & Ruin Warrior Smart |
SNAFU: An Anthology of Military Horror Series
Ongoing16 books (2014–2025)
SNAFU: An Anthology of Military Horror is an ongoing series of military horror anthologies edited by Jonathan Maberry, comprising 15 books published between 2014 and 2025. Each volume features multiple authors contributing interconnected horror stories set within military contexts, with themes ranging from supernatural threats to futuristic warfare scenarios. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with the original SNAFU and continuing through the most recent entry, AI Insurrection.
Start with SNAFU(With: James A. Moore,W.D. Gagliani,Weston Ochse,Greig Beck,Christine Morgan,Curtis C. Chen,David Benton,Tyson Mauermann,Brian W.Taylor,Steve Ruthenbeck,Eric S. Brown,Kirsten Cross,David W. Amendola,Neal Litherland,Wayland Smith,JeffHewitt), the first of 15 books in the SNAFU: An Anthology of Military Horror series.
Start this series with SNAFU(With: James A. Moore,W.D. Gagliani,Weston Ochse,Greig Beck,Christine Morgan,Curtis C. Chen,David Benton,Tyson Mauermann,Brian W.Taylor,Steve Ruthenbeck,Eric S. Brown,Kirsten Cross,David W. Amendola,Neal Litherland,Wayland Smith,JeffHewitt)
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| 1 | SNAFU(With: James A. Moore,W.D. Gagliani,Weston Ochse,Greig Beck,Christine Morgan,Curtis C. Chen,David Benton,Tyson Mauermann,Brian W.Taylor,Steve Ruthenbeck,Eric S. Brown,Kirsten Cross,David W. Amendola,Neal Litherland,Wayland Smith,JeffHewitt) |
| 2 | Wolves at the Door(By: James A. Moore,R.P.L. Johnson,Kirsten Cross,David W. Amendola,Steve Coate,John W. Dennehy,Brian W. Taylor) |
| 3 | Black Ops(With: Nicholas Sansbury Smith,John O'Brien,Hank Schwaeble,James Lovegrove) |
| 4 | Future Warfare(By: Mike Resnick,Alan Baxter,Benjamin Cheah,Tim Marquitz,Asher Wismer,Jay Werkheiser,Steve Lewis,Anthony Izzo) |
| 5 | Hunters(By: James A. Moore,Patrick Freivald,Christine Morgan,Seth Skorkowsky,Tim Marquitz,R.P.L. Johnson,Kirsten Cross,Brad Hodson,James A. Moore III) |
| 6 | Unnatural Selection(By: James A. Moore,Christopher Golden,Richard Lee Byers,Tim Lebbon,Lee Murray,Charles R. Rutledge,Michael McBride,Justin Bell,David W. Amendola) |
| 7 | Resurrection(By: James A. Moore,Charles R. Rutledge,N.X. Sharps,Evan Dicken,Matthew Summers,Justin Coates,Dirk Patton,Daniel Finley,Mark Renshaw,John McNichol) |
| 8 | Last Stand(By: B. Michael Radburn,Patrick Freivald,Alan Baxter,Justin Bell,Joshua Reynolds,Matthew Summers,Anna Stephens,Justin Coates) |
| 9 | Medivac(By: Jeremy Robinson,James A. Moore,Kane Gilmour,Alan Baxter,Greig Beck,Charles R. Rutledge,Kirsten Cross,Steve Lewis) |
| 10 | Medivac(By: Jeremy Robinson,James A. Moore,Kane Gilmour,Alan Baxter,Greig Beck,Charles R. Rutledge,Seth Skorkowsky,Kirsten Cross,Steve Lewis) |
| 11 | Holy War(By: James A. Moore,B. Michael Radburn,Kirsten Cross,Justin Bell,Evan Dicken,Duncan McGeary) |
| 12 | Survival of the Fittest(By: Jeremy Robinson,Matt Hilton,Kane Gilmour,Alan Baxter,Tim Marquitz,S.D. Perry,Jack Hanson) |
| 13 | Dead or Alive(By: James A. Moore,Alan Baxter,David Benton,Charles R. Rutledge,Edward M. Erdelac,Joshua Reynolds,Justin Coates,John W. Salvage,W. D. Gagliani) |
| 14 | Punk'd(By: James A. Moore,Greg Chapman,Alan Baxter,Kirsten Cross,Steve Lewis,Justin Coates,Mark Renshaw,Amanda Bridgeman,Pamela Jeffs,Richard Beauchamp,Myna Chang) |
| 15 | AI Insurrection(By: Alan Baxter,Charles R. Rutledge,Anthony J. Melchiorri,R.P.L. Johnson,Kirsten Cross,Steve Lewis,Justin Coates,Pamela Jeffs) |
| 16 | Contagion(With: Charles R. Rutledge,Martin Livings,Josh Reynolds,Benjamin Spada) |
Sam Hunter Series
Complete2 books (2012–2016)
The Sam Hunter series consists of two science fiction thrillers published between 2012 and 2016 in complete form. Both Tales from the Fire Zone and Beneath the Skin should be read in publication order to follow the story's progression. This action-packed series blends mystery, horror, and adventure elements throughout its two installments.
Start with Tales from the Fire Zone and read in order.
Start this series with Tales from the Fire Zone
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| 1 | Tales from the Fire Zone |
| 2 | Beneath the Skin |
Short Stories Series
Complete8 books (2011–2016)
Jonathan Maberry's Short Stories series comprises eight complete collections published between 2011 and 2016, spanning science fiction, mystery, thriller, horror, and action adventure genres. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Doctor Nine and continuing through Dark of Night. This finished series showcases Maberry's range across multiple narrative styles and themes in shorter form.
Start with Doctor Nine, the first of 8 books in the Short Stories series.
Start this series with Doctor Nine
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Doctor Nine |
| 2 | Like Part of the Family |
| 3 | The Wind Through the Fence |
| 4 | Three Guys Walk into a Bar |
| 5 | Chokepoint |
| 6 | Clean Sweeps |
| 7 | The Things That Live in Cages |
| 8 | Dark of Night |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Likely Complete11 books (2011–2021)
Jonathan Maberry's Short Stories/Novellas series spans eleven standalone tales published between 2011 and 2021, blending science fiction, mystery, horror, and action across diverse imaginative scenarios. Each entry operates as an independent story, so readers can begin with publication order starting with Pegleg and Paddy Save the World. The series appears to be complete as of 2021, offering a range of genre-hopping narratives that showcase Maberry's versatility as a short fiction writer.
Start with Pegleg and Paddy Save the World, the first of 11 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
Start this series with Pegleg and Paddy Save the World
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| 1 | Pegleg and Paddy Save the World |
| 2 | Sherlock Holmes and the Adventures of the Greenbrier Ghost |
| 3 | Calling Death |
| 4 | Cooked |
| 5 | Plan 7 From Sin City |
| 6 | The Death Song of Dwar Guntha |
| 7 | The Vanishing Assassin |
| 8 | A House in Need of Children |
| 9 | Crazy Town |
| 10 | We All Make Sacrifices |
| 11 | The Werewolf's 15 Minutes |
Short Story Collections Series
Likely Complete7 books (2011–2023)
Jonathan Maberry's Short Story Collections series spans from 2011 to 2023 and comprises five books of curated horror and dark fiction. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Possessed: Spine Tingling Tales from Ten Masters of Horror. These collections draw from multiple genres including science fiction, mystery, thriller, and action, showcasing both established and emerging voices in speculative and horror storytelling.
Start with Possessed: Spine Tingling Tales from Ten Masters of Horror, the first of 5 books in the Short Story Collections series.
Start this series with Possessed
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Possessed |
| 2 | Possessed: Spine Tingling Tales from Ten Masters of Horror |
| 3 | Hungry Tales |
| 4 | Strange Worlds |
| 5 | Empty Graves |
| 6 | Empty Graves: Tales of the Living Dead |
| 7 | Long Past Midnight |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing8 books (2010–2026)
Jonathan Maberry has published six standalone novels between 2010 and 2024, with the series remaining ongoing. These independent stories should be read in publication order, beginning with The Wolfman. The collection spans multiple genres including science fiction, mystery, thriller, horror, and action-adventure, offering diverse narratives that can each be enjoyed on their own merits.
Start with The Wolfman, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Wolfman
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| 1 | The Wolfman |
| 2 | The Death Poem of Sensei Otoro |
| 3 | Mars One |
| 4 | Glimpse |
| 5 | Lullaby |
| 6 | Ink |
| 7 | Mystic |
| 8 | Bewilderness |
The Madness of Cthulhu Series
Complete2 books (2014–2015)
The Madness of Cthulhu is a two-volume anthology series edited by Jonathan Maberry that collects horror and science fiction stories from 2014 to 2015. Both volumes feature contributions from acclaimed authors including Robert Silverberg, Harry Turtledove, Arthur C. Clarke, Greg Bear, Alan Dean Foster, and many others. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with the first volume followed by Volume Two.
Start with The Madness of Cthulhu(By: Robert Silverberg,Harry Turtledove,Arthur C. Clarke,John Shirley,S.T. Joshi,CaitlĂn R. Kiernan) and read in order.
Start this series with The Madness of Cthulhu(By: Robert Silverberg,Harry Turtledove,Arthur C. Clarke,John Shirley,S.T. Joshi,CaitlĂn R. Kiernan)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Madness of Cthulhu(By: Robert Silverberg,Harry Turtledove,Arthur C. Clarke,John Shirley,S.T. Joshi,CaitlĂn R. Kiernan) |
| 2 | The Madness of Cthulhu: Volume Two(With: William F. Nolan,Erik Bear,Greg Bear,Kevin J. Anderson,Alan Dean Foster,Steve Rasnic Tem,S.T. Joshi,Karen Haber,Laird Barron,Nancy Kilpatrick,Cody Goodfellow,Jason C. Eckhardt,Donald Tyson,Mark Howard Jones,Brian Stableford) |
The Necrotek Series
Ongoing3 books (2024–2026)
Jonathan Maberry's Necrotek series is an ongoing science fiction horror franchise that began in 2024 and currently contains at least three books. The series blends elements of mystery, thriller, and action-adventure into a speculative narrative framework. Readers should begin with NecroTek and progress through subsequent installments in publication order to experience the story as intended.
Start with NecroTek and read in order.
Start this series with NecroTek
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|---|---|
| 1 | NecroTek |
| 2 | Cold War |
| 3 | Ghosts of the Void |
The Nightsiders Series
Complete2 books (2015–2016)
Jonathan Maberry's Nightsiders duology comprises two science fiction horror novels published in 2015 and 2016. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Orphan Army followed by Vault of Shadows. This action-packed series blends mystery and thriller elements within a dark speculative setting.
Start with The Orphan Army and read in order.
Start this series with The Orphan Army
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|---|---|
| 1 | The Orphan Army |
| 2 | Vault of Shadows |
The Punisher MAX Series
Complete15 books (2004–2017)
The Punisher MAX is a 15-book comic book series that ran from 2004 to 2017 and is now complete. These mature-audience stories should be read in publication order, beginning with In the Beginning and concluding with the final Punisher Max volume. The series features various acclaimed artists and writers, primarily Garth Ennis in the early volumes, before transitioning to other creators including Duane Swierczynski and others in later installments.
Start with In the Beginning(By: Leandro Fernández,Garth Ennis,Lewis LaRosa), the first of 15 books in the The Punisher MAX series.
Start this series with In the Beginning(By: Leandro Fernández,Garth Ennis,Lewis LaRosa)
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| 1 | In the Beginning(By: Leandro Fernández,Garth Ennis,Lewis LaRosa) |
| 2 | Kitchen Irish(By: Leandro Fernández,Garth Ennis) |
| 3 | Mother Russia(By: Doug Braithwaite,Garth Ennis) |
| 4 | Up is Down and Black is White(By: Leandro Fernández,Garth Ennis) |
| 5 | Barracuda(By: Goran Parlov,Garth Ennis) |
| 6 | The Slavers(By: Leandro Fernández,Garth Ennis) |
| 7 | Man of Stone(By: Leandro Fernández,Garth Ennis) |
| 8 | Widowmaker(By: Lan Medina,Garth Ennis) |
| 9 | Long Cold Dark(By: Goran Parlov,Howard Chaykin,Garth Ennis) |
| 10 | Valley Forge, Valley Forge(By: Goran Parlov,Garth Ennis) |
| 11 | Six Hours to Kill(By: Duane Swierczynski) |
| 12 | Welcome to the Bayou(By: Victor Gischler) |
| 13 | Naked Kills(With: Rob Williams,Valerie D’Orazio) |
| 14 | Untold Tales of Punisher Max(By: Jason Latour,Jason Starr) |
| 15 | Punisher Max(By: Duane Swierczynski) |
The Sleepers War Series
Complete2 books (2023–2026)
Start this series with Alpha Wave
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| 1 | Alpha Wave |
| 2 | Savage Dreams |
The X-Files Series
Ongoing12 books (1994–2024)
The X-Files novel series comprises 12 books published between 1994 and 2024, featuring contributions from multiple authors including Jonathan Maberry, Charles L. Grant, Kevin J. Anderson, and others. The series remains ongoing and should be read in publication order, beginning with Goblins. These science fiction and mystery-thriller entries expand the world of the iconic television franchise across various supernatural and conspiratorial cases.
Start with Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant), the first of 12 books in the The X-Files series.
Start this series with Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant)
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|---|---|
| 1 | Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant) |
| 2 | Ground Zero(By: Kevin J. Anderson) |
| 3 | Hunter(By: Charles L. Grant) |
| 4 | Ruins(By: Kevin J. Anderson) |
| 5 | Whirlwind(By: Charles L. Grant) |
| 6 | Antibodies(By: Kevin J. Anderson) |
| 7 | Fight the Future(By: Elizabeth Hand) |
| 8 | Skin(By: Ben Mezrich) |
| 9 | I Want to Believe(By: Max Allan Collins) |
| 10 | Trust No One(With: Gayle Lynds,Heather Graham,Max Allan Collins,Kevin J. Anderson,Tim Lebbon,Keith R.A. DeCandido,Brian Keene,Peter Clines,Gini Koch) |
| 11 | The Truth Is Out There(With: Kelley Armstrong,David Farland,Rachel Caine,Hank Schwaeble,Kami Garcia,Jon McGoran,Hank Phillippi Ryan) |
| 12 | Perihelion(By: Claudia Gray) |
The X-Files: Origins Series
Complete2 books (2017–2017)
The X-Files: Origins is a complete science fiction mystery series consisting of two books published in 2017. The first book, Agent of Chaos, was written by Kami Garcia, while Jonathan Maberry authored Devil's Advocate. These novels should be read in publication order to follow the story as intended.
Start with Agent of Chaos(By: Kami Garcia) and read in order.
Start this series with Agent of Chaos(By: Kami Garcia)
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|---|---|
| 1 | Agent of Chaos(By: Kami Garcia) |
| 2 | Devil's Advocate |
V-Wars: Chronicles of the Vampire Wars Series
Complete7 books (2012–2019)
The V-Wars: Chronicles of the Vampire Wars is a complete seven-book series by Jonathan Maberry published between 2012 and 2019, blending science fiction, horror, and action elements. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Crimson Queen and progressing through V-Wars, Blood and Fire, All of Us Monsters, Night Terrors, Shockwaves, and concluding with God of Death One-Shot. This finished series follows the vampire wars narrative across its installments, offering readers a comprehensive story arc from start to conclusion.
Start with Crimson Queen, the first of 7 books in the V-Wars: Chronicles of the Vampire Wars series.
Start this series with Crimson Queen
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|---|---|
| 1 | Crimson Queen |
| 2 | V-Wars |
| 3 | Blood and Fire |
| 4 | All of Us Monsters |
| 5 | Night Terrors |
| 6 | Shockwaves |
| 7 | God of Death One-Shot |
William Joseph Roberts Presents Series
Ongoing10 books (2022–2025)
The William Joseph Roberts Presents series is an anthology collection spanning science fiction, horror, mystery, and adventure genres. Eight volumes have been published from 2022 to 2025, with the series remaining ongoing. Each book features contributions from multiple authors and should be read in publication order, beginning with Misfits of Magic. The series showcases diverse storytelling styles across its expanding catalog.
Start with Misfits of Magic(By: Michael Morton,Jon Michael Kelley), the first of 8 books in the William Joseph Roberts Presents series.
Start this series with Misfits of Magic(By: Michael Morton,Jon Michael Kelley)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Misfits of Magic(By: Michael Morton,Jon Michael Kelley) |
| 2 | Misfits of Magic(By: Michael Morton,Jon Michael Kelley,Michael K. Falciani) |
| 3 | Tales of the Apocalypse(By: Robert Silverberg,William Joseph Roberts,Alyssa Casto,JL Curtis,Al Hagan,Anthony H. Roberts,Jon Fain,Linda Kay Hardie,Michael Craig,David Norling) |
| 4 | Heathens & Heroes(By: Steven L. Shrewsbury,Mark Mellon,William Joseph Roberts,Michael K. Falciani,Richard Cartwright,D.J. Swift,Seth Taylor,A.R.R. Ash,Moze Howard,Z.M. Renick) |
| 5 | Magic And Mischief(By: Jon R. Osborne,Lee Ellis) |
| 6 | Magic And Mischief(By: Jon R. Osborne,Michael K. Falciani,Lee Ellis) |
| 7 | A Touch of Aether(By: Eric Nirschel,Shami Stovall,William Joseph Roberts,Philip K. Booker,Melissa Olthoff,Matthew Olaranont,K. Anders,David R. Birdsall,Jessie James Fain,Peter McKay) |
| 8 | Frumious Bandersnatch(By: Declan Finn,William Joseph Roberts,Sarah Doebereiner,David Hensley,Douglas Goodall,Josh VanZile,James Arthur Donzella,Lyman Graves,Derek Dunn,Glenn Dugan) |
| 9 | What If… Walls Could Talk(With: Robert Silverberg,William Joseph Roberts,Reggi Broach,Alyssa Casto,J.F. Posthumus,Jessica Guernsey,John D. Martin,Lorraine Sharma Nelson,Teri Kay Jobe) |
| 10 | Wyld Magick(By: William Joseph Roberts) |
X-Files Anthology Series
Complete39 books (2015–2016)
The X-Files Anthology is a 39-book collection of standalone stories set in the universe of the iconic television series, published between 2015 and 2016. Each entry features different authors contributing their own cases and investigations, offering diverse perspectives on the paranormal and unexplained phenomena central to the X-Files mythology. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with "Back in El Paso My Life Will Be Worthless" by Keith R.A. DeCandido. This anthology provides science fiction, mystery, thriller, horror, and action-adventure content across its expansive catalog.
Start with Back in El Paso My Life Will Be Worthless(By: Keith R.A. DeCandido), the first of 39 books in the X-Files Anthology series.
Start this series with Back in El Paso My Life Will Be Worthless(By: Keith R.A. DeCandido)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Back in El Paso My Life Will Be Worthless(By: Keith R.A. DeCandido) |
| 2 | Catatonia(By: Tim Lebbon) |
| 3 | Clair de Lune(By: W.D. Gagliani,David Benton) |
| 4 | Dusk(By: Paul Crilley) |
| 5 | It's All in the Eyes(By: Heather Graham) |
| 6 | King of the Watery Deep(By: Tim Deal) |
| 7 | Loving the Alien(By: Stefan Petrucha) |
| 8 | Non Gratum Anus Redentum(By: Brian Keene) |
| 9 | Oversight(By: Aaron Rosenberg) |
| 10 | Paranormal Quest(By: Ray Garton) |
| 11 | Sewers(By: Gini Koch) |
| 12 | Statues(By: Kevin J. Anderson) |
| 13 | The Beast of Little Hill(By: Peter Clines) |
| 14 | The House on Hickory Hill(By: Max Allan Collins) |
| 15 | Time and Tide(By: Gayle Lynds,John C. Sheldon) |
| 16 | A Scandal in Moreauvia, or: The Adventure of the Empty Heart(By: Nancy Holder) |
| 17 | All Choked Up(By: Lois H. Gresh) |
| 18 | Along the Scenic Route(By: Lucy A. Snyder) |
| 19 | An Eye for an Eye(By: George Ivanoff) |
| 20 | Black Hole Son(By: Kami Garcia) |
| 21 | Border Time(By: Bryan Thomas Schmidt,Kate Corcino) |
| 22 | Dead Ringer(By: Kelley Armstrong) |
| 23 | Desperately Seeking Mothman(By: Jim Beard) |
| 24 | Drive Time(By: Jon McGoran) |
| 25 | Give Up the Ghost(By: Jade Shames) |
| 26 | Grandmother Black Hands(By: Weston Ochse) |
| 27 | Heart(By: Kendare Blake) |
| 28 | Kanashibari(By: Ryan Cady) |
| 29 | Love Lost(By: Yvonne Navarro) |
| 30 | Mummiya(By: Greg Cox) |
| 31 | Perithecia(By: Andy Mangels) |
| 32 | Pilot(By: David Liss) |
| 33 | Seek and You Will Find(By: John Gilstrap) |
| 34 | Snowmen(By: Sarah Stegall) |
| 35 | Stryzga(By: Lauren A. Forry) |
| 36 | Thanks and Praise(By: Joe Harris) |
| 37 | Transmission(By: Jeffrey Mariotte,Marsheila Rockwell) |
| 38 | Voice of Experience(By: Rachel Caine) |
| 39 | We Should Listen to Some Shostakovich(By: Hank Phillippi Ryan) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jonathan Maberry written?
- Jonathan Maberry has written 472 books across 42 series. Their published works span from 1979 to 2027.
- What is the first book in each Jonathan Maberry series?
- Here are the first books in Jonathan Maberry's series: Alien: Alien(By: Archie Goodwin); Alien vs. Predators: Aliens vs. Predators - AVP: Ultimate Prey(With: Maurice Broaddus,Scott Sigler,Chris Ryall,Louis Ozawa Changchien); Anthologies: History is Dead; Benny Imura: Rot & Ruin; Benny Imura Short Stories/Novellas: Dead & Gone.
- What order should I read Jonathan Maberry's books?
- We recommend reading Jonathan Maberry's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Jonathan Maberry still writing new books?
- Yes, Jonathan Maberry has 13 ongoing series: Alien, Anthologies, Deadpool, Diablo, Heroic Legends / Savage Tales Short Fiction and 8 more.

